The Olympus DS-2500 is an affordable, easy to use, dictation recorder for several different applications.
Windows 10 / Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Vista / XP,
Mac OS, and Dragon Compatible
SIMPLY PROFESSIONAL: THE BEST OF WHAT YOU NEED. NOTHING YOU DON’T
The Olympus DS-2500 digital voice recorder packs many popular features of Olympus’ professional dictation systems into an accessible, easy-to-use recorder. It’s the ideal solution for any office that relies on accurate, small-scale dictation and transcription, as well as individuals who need professional-level recording capabilities at the push of a button.
VARIABLE CONTROL
Voice Actuator recording mode recorders only when sound is detected ensuring you’re only recording what is needed.
VARIABLE RECORDING MODES
Capture superior audio files under any conditions.
MEDIA
2 GB SD card, expandable to 32 GB.
PUSH BUTTON CONTROL
Intuitive, ergonomic push-button controls.
LCD SCREEN
Backlit LCD screen for consistent viewing, even in bright conditions.
PC LINK
Directly connect to a PC for fast file transfers with convenient PC Link capability.
DSS FORMAT RECORDING
Save files in high-compression DSS format using the included DSS Player software.
EASY FILE MANAGEMENT
Manage audio files in up to 5 customizable folders.
ERASE BUTTON
Use the easily accessible “Erase” button to quickly erase single files or entire folders.
CONFERENCE AND DICTATION SETTINGS
Switch between “Conference” and “Dictation” settings.
2 RECORDING MODES
Choose between SP and QP recording modes.
NEW BUTTON
Finish one dictation and begin the next with a push of the “new” button.
INDEX MARKS
Place index marks at specific points in passages for quick retrieval.
VOICE RECOGNITION
Compatible with voice recognition software.
PORTABLE
Compact and lightweight design for easy portability.
RECORDING TIME
Up to 303 hours of recording time.
BATTERY LIFE
Up to 37 hours of battery life.
Product Specifications
| Recording Format | DS2 (Digital Speech Standard Pro) |
| Recording Media | SD-card: 512 MB to 32 GB |
| Recording Time | QP mode: 148 hours SP mode: 303 hours |
| Input Level | -70 dBv |
| PC Interface | USB |
| LCD | Large LCD screen with backlight |
| LED | Yes |
| Folders Messages | 5 folders/200 messages per folder |
| Sampling Frequency | QP: 16 khz/28 kbps SP: 12 kHz/13.7 kbps |
| Overall Frequency Response | QP: 200 – 7,000 Hz SP: 200 – 5,000 Hz |
| LP Mode | Yes |
| Voice Activation | Yes |
| Demographic Data Input | Yes |
| Practical Maximum Output | 250 mW |
| Write Protection | Yes |
| Speaker | Built-in 23mm round dynamic speaker |
| Microphone Jack | 3.5mm mini-jack, 2 kΩ, |
| Earphone Jack | 3.5mm mini-jack, 8 Ω or more |
| Batteries | Two AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries or two AAA alkaline batteries |
| External Power Supply | No |
| Battery Life | Recording: (rechargeable batteries) QP mode: Approximately 30 hours SP mode: Approximately 37 hoursPlayback: All modes: Approximately 35 hours |
| Size | 4.47 x 1.97 x 0.67 in. (113.5 x 50.0 x 17 mm), without protrusions |
| Weight | 3.7 oz (105 g ), including alkaline batteries |
| OS Supported | MicrosoftR WindowsR XP: Professional / Home Edition SP3 x86 Professional / Home Edition SP2 x64 MicrosoftR Windows VistaR: Ultimate / Enterprise / Business / Home Premium / Home Basic SP2 (both x86/64) MicrosoftR Windows 7R: Ultimate / Enterprise / Professional / Home Premium (both x86/64) Ultimate / Enterprise / Professional / Home Premium SP1 (both x86/64)Mac OS X 10.4.11 – 10.7 |
| CPU | Windows: MicrosoftR WindowsR XP / Vista / 7: 1 GHz or higherMacintosh: PowerPCR G3 500 MHz or more, or Intel Core Solo/Duo 1.5 GHz or more |
| RAM | Windows: MicrosoftR WindowsR XP: 256 MB or more MicrosoftR Windows VistaR: 1 GB or more MicrosoftR Windows 7R: 1 GB or more (32 bit) / 2 GB or more (64 bit) Macintosh: 256 MB or more (512 MB or more is recommended) |
| Video Card and Display | Windows: 800 x 600 pixels or more, 65,536 colors or more (16,770,000 colors or more is recommended) Macintosh: 1024 x 768 pixels or more, 32,000 colors or more |
| Removable Drive | CD or DVD drive |
| USB Port | At least one free USB port |
Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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