• If [Composite] is set in the USB class
settings:
− Charge will not be possible if the
recorder is operating. Charge will
start 1 minute after the end of
the operation.
− Charge may not be possible
depending on the application in
use on the PC connected.
Using the Ni-MH
rechargeable batteries
The included Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries are exclusively for use with
the Olympus voice recorder DS-5500.
Do not use in combination with other
electronic equipment.
Cautions concerning the rechargeable
batteries:
Read the following instructions
carefully when you use the battery.
Discharging:
Rechargeable batteries self-discharge
while not in use. Charge it regularly
before use.
Battery life:
Over time, the rechargeable battery
may gradually wear down. When
the operating time becomes shorter
even if the rechargeable battery is
fully charged under the specified
condition, replace it with a new one.
Operating temperature:
Rechargeable batteries are chemical
products. Battery efficiency may vary
even when operating within the
recommended temperature range.
This is an inherent nature of these
products.
Recommended temperature range
of use:
During operation:
0°C - 42°C
Charging:
5°C - 35°C
Storage for a long period:
–20°C - 30°C
Using the battery outside the above
temperature range may result in
declining efficiency and shorter
battery life.
Notes:
• This recorder is designed to fully
charge batteries regardless of
their energy level. However, for
best results when charging newly
purchased rechargeable batteries
or batteries that have not been
used for a long time (more than one
month), it is recommended to fully
charge the batteries then discharge
repeatedly for 2 to 3 times.
• When disposing the batteries,
always observe the local laws and
regulations. Contact your local
recycling center for proper disposal
methods.
• If battery is not fully discharged,
protect it against short-circuiting
(e.g. by taping the contacts) before
disposal.
For customers in Germany:
Olympus has a contract with the GRS
(Joint Battery Disposal Association) in
Germany to ensure environmentally
friendly disposal.
Power supply from AC adapter or
USB cable
Use the AC adapter or USB cable
when recording for extended period
of time.
The "Standard" version of the DS-
5500 does not include the docking
station and the AC adapter (optional).
Using the AC adapter:
Plug the AC adapter into a household
power outlet and connect the power
plug to the recorder via the docking
station.
• Always turn off the recorder
before you connect power.
Detecting abnormal voltage:
If the recorder detects a DC power
voltage outside the allowed voltage
range (4.5-5.5V), then [Power Supply
Error Remove Power Plug] will
appear on the display, and all
operation will stop. The recorder will
not be operable if abnormal voltage
is detected. Stop use of the recorder.
Power Supply
Error
Remove
Power Plug
Using the USB cable:
1 Verify that the recorder is in stop
mode.
2 Connect the USB cable to the
recorder while pressing the OK/
MENU button.
Turning on/off the recorder
Turning on the recorder:
While the recorder is turned off, slide
the POWER/HOLD switch to the
direction of the arrow.
Turning off the recorder:
Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the
direction of the arrow and hold it for
0.5 seconds or longer.
Memory card
This recorder uses two types of
memory: built-in memory and SD
card as additional memory.
When an SD card is used, you can
remove the content recorded in it
safely in case of malfunction of the
recorder.
Compatible cards
The recorder supports memory card
capacity from 512 MB up to 32 GB.
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