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Table of contents 1 Important safety information 1.1 Safety instructions 2 About this user manual 2.2 Symbols used 3 Digital Voice Tracer 3.1 Product highlights 3.2 What's in the box 3.3 Product overviews 3.3.1 Front and rear sides (DVT1200) 3.3.2 Front and rear sides (DVT2000) 3.3.3 Keys (DVT1200) 3.3.4 Keys (DVT2000) 3.4 Start-up screen 3.4.1 Menu overview 4 First steps 4.1 Inserting the batteries 4.2 Power on/off 4.3 Initial installation process 4.3.1 Language selection 4.3.2 Set date & time 4.
8.2.2 Saving a radio station manually 8.2.3 Deleting a pre-set radio station 8.3 Recording from FM radio 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/disabling 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.
1 Important safety information Do not make any adjustments and modifications that are not described in this manual. Follow all safety instructions to ensure proper operation of the device. The manufacturer assumes no liability for damages resulting from non-compliance with the safety instructions. 1.1 Safety instructions • Protect the device from rain or water to prevent a short circuit. • Do not expose the device to excessive heat caused by placing it on a heating device or in direct sunlight.
1.1.3 Hearing protection 1.1.5 Legal restrictions on recording Observe the following guidelines when using headphones: • Set the volume to a moderate level and do not use headphones to listen for excessively long periods of time. • Be particularly careful to avoid adjusting the volume to a level that your hearing cannot deal with. • Do not turn the volume up so high that you cannot hear what is going on around you.
2 About this user manual 2.2 Symbols used Tip You can find a quick overview of your device in the following pages. For detailed description, see the following chapters of this user manual. Read this user manual carefully. 2.1 Model-specific features and diagrams This user manual describes a number of models of the device product range. Please note that some features are only available on certain models. • This symbol identifies information that helps you to use your device more efficiently and simply.
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.
3.2 What's in the box a b c d e f DVT1200: Device DVT2000: Device Two AAA batteries Quick-start guide USB cable to connect to a computer DVT2000: Stereo headphones j e Note • Please note that some individual components may not be included in delivery with your model. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your distributor. MENU your t and gister at tion /dicta 200 DVT1 000 DVT2 ide r t gu k sta Quic port get sup s.com produc Re .
3.3 Product overviews 3.3.1 Front and rear sides (DVT1200) a b c d e f g h i j k l m 10 Power on/off key, keypad lock Slot for memory card (microSD card) Micro USB port for computer connection 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 Noise reduction Operating panel with keys External microphone socket, (stereo jack, 3.5 mm) Microphone Headphone socket (stereo jack, 3.
3.3.2 Front and rear sides (DVT2000) a b c d e f g h i j k l m Power on/off key, keypad lock 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 Operating panel with keys Noise reduction External microphone socket, line-in socket (stereo jack, 3.5 mm) Headphone socket (stereo jack, 3.
Digital Voice Tracer MENU + VOL - Long press: fast seek rewind mode Menu navigation: display previous menu tab c j Stop playback (stop key), close menu d g Start recording (record key), confirm selection e e Play recording (playback key), Pause playback (pause key) f b Short press: jump to the next recording Long press: fast seek forward mode Menu navigation: call next menu tab g z Delete recording (delete key) h Short press: set index mark, long press: display list of index registers (INDEX key) i Ca
– h c d e f g h j e g z i a Table of contents INDEX b Call up menu functions (MENU key) Increase volume, menu navigation: Select menu functions 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 Short press: jump to the previous recording Menu navigation: display previous menu tab Long press: fast seek rewind mode Stop playback (stop key), close menu Play recording (playback key), Pause
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3.4.1 Menu overview Note • In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU, to call the menu. • Press h / b to select one of the following menus: Ò, Ó, Ô, Õ or Ö.
4 First steps 2 Fold the cover out. 3 Insert the batteries or rechargeable batteries as shown into the device. Make sure the polarity is correct. 4 Fold the cover in. Push the cover up until it engages. Use the installation guide on the following pages to start using your device quickly and easily. Caution • Follow the instructions on handling the device, especially the batteries and rechargeable batteries (see also chapter 1.1.1 Batteries and rechargeable batteries, page 5). 4.
4.2 Power on/off 4.3 Initial installation process 1 When using for the first time, you must set the display language as well as the date and time of the device. Slide the on/off switch on the side of the device downwards for approximately two seconds. XX The device turns on and the start-up screen is displayed. 4.3.1 Language selection j e MENU Follow the description in the chapter "Select language" (see also chapter 9.2.1 Select language, page 35). Note • Your language might not be available.
4.4 Enabling/disabling the keypad lock The keypad lock deactivates all keys on the device. The timer function of the device continues to function. 1 1 Flip the memory card slot cover to the side. 2 Insert the microSD card into the card slot with the contacts facing upwards. Slide the HOLD switch up into the HOLD position to lock the keypad of the device. XX The display briefly shows ‘On Hold’ and turns off.
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. 1 Turn down the volume of the device before you plug in the headphones. 2 Insert the stereo jack into the headphone connection EAR on the top of the device. 4.6.
4.6.2 Connecting an external microphone Note • If you connect an external microphone to the device, the recording source will switch automatically and the device microphone will turn off. 1 Stop the recording currently in progress. 2 Insert the jack into the microphone connection MIC on the top of the device. EAR j MIC 4.
Caution • Do not disconnect the device from the computer while files are transferred from or to the device (the status LED indicator flashes yellow when data is being transferred). This this may damage or corrupt the files. • Do not format the drive of the device on a computer. If you want to delete all data, use the Format memory function (see also chapter 10.1.2 Memory formatting, page 39).
2 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 activation functions to start a recording automatically. Point the built-in microphone toward the sound source and press g. XX The record/play indicator lights red. The recording duration and the remaining recording time are displayed in the selected folder on the display. 3 Press g to pause recording. XX The record/play indicator will blink red. 5.
Tip • If you are to start a long recording session, replace or recharge the batteries before you begin. 5.1.1 Recording using an external microphone If you connect an external microphone to the device, the recording source will switch automatically and the device's microphone will be turned off. 5.2.2 Use voice activation When voice-activated recording is enabled, recording will start when you begin speaking.
6 Playback 6.1 Selecting a recording 1 Press a to select the desired folder while the device is stopped. XX The following symbols will be displayed, depending on the selected location folder: u, v, w, x, y – internal memory, ¡, ¢, £, ¤, ¥ – memory card. (A, B, C and D are recording folders, the y/¥ folder contains music files). 2 Press b while the device is stopped. XX The position indicator jumps to the start of the next file. 3 Press h while the device is stopped.
6.4 Quick search 6 Press + / – to repeat a certain recording/file or a folder automatically. XX The symbol of the selected repeat mode is displayed on the display:  – repeat a file Á – repeat all files in a folder à – repeat a selection/sequence a Press a, to specify the sequence start point. b Press a, to specify the sequence end point. Ä – Random playback 7 Press the record key, g, to confirm. XX Playback of the recording or folder starts.
6.6 Protecting a recording / lock file 6.7 Unprotect / unlock file You can protect recordings against unintentional deletion. 1 Select the required file as described. 1 Select the required file as described. 2 Press MENU. 2 Press MENU. 3 Press h / b to select the file menu Ò. 3 Press h / b to select the file menu Ò. 4 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 4 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 5 Press + / – to select the Lock file function.
7 Delete 7 Press g to confirm the deletion. XX The recording is deleted. Sequential file numbers are reassigned automatically. You can delete an individual recording on the device or all the recordings in the folder 7.2 Deleting all recordings in the folder 7.1 Deleting recordings on the device You can delete all recordings in the selected folder. Connect the device to a computer if you want to rename an entire folder. You can delete individual recordings from the device.
8 Radio (DVT2000) 8.2 Saving a radio station pre-set The radio can store up to 40 radio stations in pre-sets. Note • The headphones are the device's antenna. Radio reception is only possible if headphones are connected to the device. 8.1 Radio mode 1 Connect the headphones to the device. (see also chapter 4.6.1 How to connect headphones, page 19). 2 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU. 3 Press h / b to select the radio menu Ö. 4 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 5 8.2.
8.2.3 Deleting a pre-set radio station 1 Press h / b to select the radio station that you wish to delete. 2 Press the g key. 3 Press + / – to select Delete or Delete all. 4 Press g to confirm the deletion. 8.3 Recording from FM radio You can record FM radio. 1 Start the radio as described, and select the radio station you want to record. 2 Press the g key. 3 Press + / – FM Record to select. XX The record/play indicator lights red. 4 Press g to pause recording.
9 Settings Press and hold the MENU key for at least two seconds while the device is stopped (start-up screen) to enter the Settings menu. 5 Press + / – to select if you want to save the files in the internal memory or on the microSD card. 6 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 7 Press the j key to exit the menu. Note • Press the j key at the end of an operation to return to the stop mode. Press the j key during the operation to cancel the operation without saving and return to the stop mode.
5 Press + / – to select the required recording quality. XX The selected quality setting icon will be displayed. € – maximum quality, uncompressed, format: WAV, 1,536 kbit/s (DVT2000) ‹ – high quality, format: WAV, 384 kbit/s (DVT1200) Format: MP3, 192 kbit/s (DVT2000) Ž – above-average recording time, Format: WAV, 128 kbit/s (DVT1200) Format: MP3, 64 kbit/s (DVT2000) Œ – maximum recording time, Format: WAV, 64/32 kbit/s (DVT1200) Format: MP3, 8 kbit/s (DVT2000) 6 Press the record key, g, to confirm.
9.1.4 Enabling/disabling noise reduction 9.1.5 Setting the timer When you record in environments with lots of background (e.g. while in a crowd or during a train or car journey), you can enable the noise reduction function to reduce the background noise . You can use this function to start a recording at a specified date and time. The device can record from the device's microphone or an external microphone. 1 1 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU.
13 Set the time as described in (see also chapter 9.3.1 Set date & time, Tip page 36). 14 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 15 Press the stop key j. 16 Press + / – to select the Duration function to set the recording duration. 17 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 18 Press + / – to set the required recording duration. Press no limit for unlimited recording. • Press the j key to cancel the operation without saving and return to the stop mode. 9.1.
Tip • Press the j key to cancel the operation without saving and return to the stop mode. 9.1.7 Setting auto divide You can automatically divide large recordings, such as a multi-hour meeting recording. Once the set time has been reached, the device stops the current recording and automatically starts a new one. 1 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU. 2 Press the h / b key to select the record settings menu Ó. 3 Press + / – to select the Auto divide function.
9.2 Display settings 9.2.1 Select language Note • Your language might not be available. Select an alternative one. 9.2.2 Adjusting the display contrast 1 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU. 2 Press the h / b key to select the display settings menu Ô. 3 Press + / – to select the Contrast function. 4 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 1 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU. 5 Press h / b to select the required display contrast.
9.2.3 Enabling/disabling the background light 9.3 Device settings 1 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU. 2 Press the h / b key to select the display settings menu Ô. 3 Press + / – to select the Backlit function. The date and time entered are saved with each recording as the recording time. 4 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 1 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU. 5 Press + / – to select from the following settings: 8s, 20s, On.
13 Press b. 14 Press + / – to set the day. 15 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 9.3.2 AUTO-OFF The device switches off automatically if no key is pressed within a preset period of time. This saves power. 1 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU. 2 Press h / b to select the device settings menu Õ. 3 Press + / – to select the Auto off function. 4 Press the record key, g, to confirm.
9.3.3 Enabling/disabling key and signal tones 1 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU. 2 Press h / b to select the device settings menu Õ. 3 Press + / – to select the Device sounds function. 4 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 5 Press + / – to enable/disable the key and signal tones. 6 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 7 Press the j key to exit the menu. Tip • Press the j key to cancel the operation without saving and return to the stop mode.
10 Service Do not perform any maintenance operations that are not described in this user manual. Do not disassemble the device into its component parts to carry out repairs. The device may only be repaired in authorised service centres. 10.1 Service functions 10.1.2 Memory formatting Caution • Formatting the memory deletes all recordings and files saved on the device. You can use this feature to delete all data and format the selected memory.
Tip • 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. 1 In stop mode (start-up screen), press MENU. 2 Press h / b to select the device settings menu Õ. 3 Press + / – to select the Reset default function. 4 Press the record key, g, to confirm. 5 Use + / – OK to select. 6 Press the record key, g, to confirm.
10.3 Updating the firmware Your device is controlled by an internal program called firmware. As a part of ongoing product maintenance, the firmware is upgraded and errors are corrected. It is possible that a newer version (an "update") of the firmware has been released since you purchased the device. In this case you can easily update your device to the latest version. You can find more information under www.philips.com/dictation.
Problem 10.4 Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/solution The device does not turn on • The batteries or rechargeable batteries are not inserted correctly. XX Check to ensure that the batteries or rechargeable batteries are correctly inserted. Make sure the polarity is correct. • Batteries are empty. XX Replace or recharge the batteries. The device does not playback • The keypad lock may be enabled. XX Slide the HOLD switch to the recordings "Off" position. • No recordings are saved in the device.
11 Appendix Technical data Microphone connection Stereo jack, 3.5 mm The information in this user manual has been produced to the best of our knowledge. It (particularly the technical data) may be modified or updated at any time without prior notice. Headset connection Stereo jack, 3.5 mm Display 23 × 23 mm Resolution: 112 × 112 pixels 11.
Technical data Technical data Recording time Internal storage DVT1200 HQ – 23 h SP – 68 h LP – 290 h Radio (DVT2000) FM stereo Frequency range: 87.5 – 108 MHz Memory capacity: 20 radio stations Recording time Internal storage DVT2000 PCM – 5 h HQ – 45 h SP – 136 h SLP – 1082 h System requirements Operating system: Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP (32-bit, SP 2), MacOS X 10.
˜ The conformity with the relevant EU directives is confirmed by the CE mark. Declaration of Conformity Speech Processing Solutions GmbH hereby declares that the devices DVT1200, DVT2000 fully comply with the basic requirements and other relevant provisions of Directives 2006/95/EC, 2004/108/EC and 2009/125/EC. A complete Declaration of Conformity for this product is available at www.philips.com/dictation.
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