Olympus DS-3400 Digital Recorder Review

The Olympus DS-3400 is one of many digital voice recorders that are available in the market these days. People require the use of digital recorders when it comes to interviews, meetings or conferences.

The DS-3400 Olympus digital voice recorder is capable of high quality recording in the DSS Pro format. The advantage of this format is that the recorded files can be sent to a transcription service in case the recordings need to be converted into text. Furthermore, most voice recognition software are compatible with the DSS format. In addition to this, the DSS Pro format provides additional security to the user by encrypting the recoded data.

The DS-3400 uses a memory card to record data. Several advantages are associated with the use of memory cards. Memory cards can easily synchronize with computers when it comes to data transfer. Furthermore, memory cards are very compact in size. Therefore, they can be transported easily. Also, memory cards these days offer file space more than any cassette available in the market. The DS-3400 is equipped with a 1GB memory card by default.

The Olympus DS-3400 can be connected directly to a computer by using a USB cable, thus allowing users to copy the recorded data directly on to a computer.

The LCD display that comes mounted on the DS-3400 allows users to access the menu. Furthermore, to provide comfort to the user in poor lighting conditions, the LCD is back-lit. Users can access the menu in six European languages, namely French, German, Italian, Russian, English and Spanish.

The DS-3400 digital recorders come mounted with three smart buttons. These smart buttons can be customized by the user to perform any three required functions. Furthermore, recorded files can be stored in up to seven different folders. This allows the user to organize files as they are recorded.

The DS-3400 functions on 2 AAA sized batteries, thus allowing portability. AAA batteries are easily available in the market and can be purchased when required. The compatibility of the DS-3400 with standard batteries saves users the discomfort of searching the market for special batteries that will also cost higher.

The DS-3400 is capable of recording up to 30 hours before the batteries run out. This feature provides users with the ease and comfort when it comes to recording. Users do not need to worry about fresh batteries running out after a couple of hours of recording.

The Olympus DS-3400 package comes with the recorder, 1GB memory card, USB cable, recorder case, DSS Smart Pro software CD, batteries, a quick start guide and the warranty card.

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