VoiceTracer (DVT4110, DVT6110, DVT7110, DVT8110) User manual
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1. Important 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. • Set the volume to a moderate level and don’t use headphones to listen for excessively long periods of time. • Be particularly careful to avoid adjusting the volume to a level that your hearing can’t deal with.
braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems. For more information, check with the manufacturer, or its representative, of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added. Only qualified personnel should service the device or install the device in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless device equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly.
About this user manual Find a quick overview of your device on the next pages. For detailed description, see the following chapters of this user manual. Read the instructions carefully. Symbols used TIP This symbol identifies information that helps you to use your device more efficiently and simply. NOTE This symbol indicates notices which you should observe when handling or operating the device. CAUTION This symbol warns of damage to the device and possible data loss.
2. Your VoiceTracer audio recorder 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 more: www.philips.com/dictation.
Overview of your audio recorder 1. 360° microphone 2. Directional microphone 3. Record/Status LED 4. Display 5. Left function button 6. Middle function button 7. Right function button 8. Up button 9. Backward button 10. Record button 11. Down button 12. Forward button 13. File list/Back button 14. Play/Stop button 15. Tripod thread 16. Power/Lock switch 17. Wi-Fi on/off switch 18. Reset button 19. External microphone jack 20. Headphones jack 21. MicroSD card slot 22. USB Type-C port 23.
3. Get started CAUTION Before you connect your VoiceTracer, first read the safety instructions (see Safety instructions [3]). Charging the battery • Charge the built-in battery before you use the device for the first time or if you haven’t used it for an extended time period. • If the battery is completely discharged and your device turns off, allow the battery to charge for a while before you turn on the device. • A complete charging cycle takes about 3 hours.
X The lock symbol appears on the screen for a moment. X All buttons are locked now. To unlock the device: • Slide the Power switch downwards. X The unlock symbol appears on the screen for a moment. 5. Press the Up/Down buttons to navigate to your desired language, and then press the Record button to confirm your selection. 6. Press the Back button to return to the stop mode screen. Connect to a computer You can use your recorder as a USB mass storage to conveniently store, back up and move files.
4. Recording Record a file X The Record/Status LED illuminates red. 4. Press the Record button again to stop recording. X The recording is saved to the preselected folder. Edit a file NOTE • Be careful not to cover the microphones while recording. This might result in a lower recording quality. • If the recording time of your current recording exceeds the available storage capacity, the recording will stop. In this case, delete files from your device to make more storage available.
5. Playback Play back files 2. NOTE If you have connected headphones to your VoiceTracer, the built-in speakers are disabled. Press the Up/Down buttons to navigate to Delete and then press the Record button to confirm your selection. TIP If you would like to delete several files at once, use the VoiceTracer app. For more information, see Connect to VoiceTracer App [14]. Start and stop playback 1. In stop mode, press the Previous track or Next track button to navigate to your desired recording.
6. Settings Settings mode In the settings mode, you can change and adjust various settings according to your own preferences. Noise cut Turn the Noise cut feature on in order to reduce background noise while recording. This way, especially audio recordings sound clearer. Wind filter Activate the wind filter to reduce wind noise when you are recording in a very windy environment. Folder Select the folder you want your recording to be saved in. 1. Recording settings [12] 2. Playback settings [12] 3.
Language Select your desired device language from the language list. You can change the language whenever you want. Brightness Adjust the brightness of your screen acccording to your own requirements. Backlight To save your VoiceTracer’s battery power, you can reduce the backlight time. If you don’t operate your device for the preset time, the backlight turns off automatically. Date & time You can always change the system date and time on your device.
7. Connect to VoiceTracer App You can connect your VoiceTracer to the dedicated Philips VoiceTracer App via Wi-Fi. This allows you to remotely control your VoiceTracer with your smartphone. In addition, you can easily and conveniently transfer recordings from your VoiceTracer to the app and then share and forward your recordings immediately from your smartphone. https://www.youtube.com/embed/u7qXI8Jqffo To connect your VoiceTracer to the app: 1.
8. How to use the meeting microphone (DVT8110 only) The meeting microphone can be used during a meeting or a multi-participant conference. For optimum sound quality, the participants should not be more than two meters away from the microphone. 1. Stop the recording currently in progress. 2. Insert the microphone connector into the microphone jack on the left side of the VoiceTracer.
9. Connect to video camera (DVT7110 only) You can use your VoiceTracer as an external microphone for a video or DSLR camera. This ensures the best audio quality for your videos. To connect your VoiceTracer to your video camera: 1. Screw the hot shoe adapter into the tripod thread on the back of your VoiceTracer. 5. Insert the other end of the audio cable into the external microphone jack of your video camera. 6. In stop mode, press the Right function button to open the settings panel.
10. Device and data management Transfer data to the computer You can quickly and conveniently move files from your VoiceTracer to your computer. Link the device to a computer with a USB cable. Your recorder will automatically be recognized as a mass storage device. You don’t need to install any software. For more information on how to connect your device to a computer, see the illustration in Charging the battery [8]. CAUTION Don’t disconnect the USB cable from the device while you are transferring files.
X A charging battery icon appears on the screen and the Record/Status LED flashes orange for a few seconds. CAUTION Resetting your menu settings will delete all settings you have made on your device. After a reset, you will have to adjust all settings again. NOTE Your data won’t be deleted and is still available after resetting the menu settings To reset your settings: 1. In stop mode, press the Right function button open the settings panel. 2. Press the Record button to select All settings. 3.
11. Troubleshooting Find the most common problems you could encounter with the VoiceTracer in the following table. If you are unable to Problem solve the problem with the information below, contact the supporting Philips partner you purchased the device from. Cause Solution The device doesn’t turn on. • The battery has run out of power. • Charge the device for a while and then turn it on again. I can’t record with the device. • You have reached the maximum file number or the device’s memory is full.
12. Technical data Connectivity • Speaker size: 11 × 15 mm Storage media • Headphones: stereo jack, 3.5 mm, impedance 16 Ohm or more • Built-in memory capacity: 8 GB • Microphone: stereo jack, 3.5 mm, impedance 2 kOhm • Mass storage class compliant • USB: type C, high-speed 2.
Green specifications • Compliant to 2011/65/EU (RoHS) • Lead-free soldered product Operation conditions • Temperature: 1° – 45° C / 34° – 113° F • Humidity: 10% – 90% 21
13. Certifications FCC Warning Statement FCC ID: 2AD4M-VTZ0119 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: product purchase. To obtain the source code, please write in English to: info@speech.com.
Issue date 2021-12-20 © 2021 Speech Processing Solutions GmbH. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Philips and the Philips shield emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. and are used by Speech Processing Solutions GmbH under license from Koninklijke Philips N.V. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
