Philips DVT5500-00 - Manual (Page 29)

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5.1.2 Add index marks
Index marks can be used to mark certain points in a recording as
points of reference. Press h
/ b to select index marks (see also
chapter 6.2 Playback a recording or music file, page 32) .
1 Press the INDEX/a key during recording to add an index mark.
X The index number is displayed for one second. Up to 32 index
marks can be set per file.
Tip
• You can also add index marks while the recording is paused.
5.1.3 Record using zoom function
Use the zoom function to focus on the front microphone and filter
sounds from the side. This allows you to record a lecture or a speech
over a long distance
(see also chapter 9.1.4 Set microphone sensitivity,
page 41) .
5.1.4 Use pre-recording function (DVT3000 - DVT7000)
The pre-recording function allows to record the last five seconds
before you press the record key. The device switches into a standby
mode and records a five-second loop without saving it. Press the
record key to save the five-second loop. This feature allows you to
spontaneously record important parts of a conversation.
1 Switch on the pre-recording function (see also chapter 9.1.9
Enable/disable pre-recording function (DVT3000 – DVT7000),
page 44)
.
2 Press the g key.
X The device switches into a standby mode and records a five-
second loop without saving it.
3 Press the g key.
X The unit starts recording and saves the five-second loop.
5.2 Start recording automatically
You have two options to start automatic recording: timer function and
voice activation.
5.2.1 Use Timer function
You can use this function to start a recording at a specified date and
time. The device can record a microphone of a device, a radio, or an
external sound source.
1 Customize the timer settings in the Settings menu and turn on the
feature
(see also chapter 9.1.10 Setting the timer, page 45) .
X If this feature is on, the À icon is displayed. The device will
start recording at a specified time. The device can be switched off
at this time or the keypad can be locked.