Digital Voice Recorder
PDR400
Instruction Manual
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the PDR400 digital voice recorder. Please print out this manual for
easy reference. Unpack the unit and make sure all the accessories are put aside so they will
not be lost. We recommend that you retain the original carton and packaging materials, should
you transport or ship the unit in the future.
Digital Voice Recorder
• Stylish and slim design for maximum portability
• Built-in high quality dual microphone for clear stereo recording
• microSD card slot for memory expansion
• Built-in 2GB flash memory
Recording Time:
HP: 23hrs
MP: 34 hrs
SP: 46hrs
LP: 69hrs
• Four different recording options (HP, MP, SP, LP)
• Four voice folders let you save up to 99 messages per folder
• Voice Activated Recording (VOX)
• Selectable microphone sensitivity for different recording conditions
• LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) with backlight
• Built-in speaker
• LED indication for recording status
• USB 2.0 for fast file transfer or file storage
• Hold function
• Requires 2 x “AAA” battery
What’s Included
• QSG (Quick Start Guide)
• USB cable
• External microphone
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GETTING STARTED
Location of controls
1. Microphone jack 6. Micro SD slot 11. Stereo Mic. right 16. VOL +
2. Earphone jack 7. PLAY / PAUSE
12. HOLD switch 17. FOLDER
3. Stereo Mic. left 8. PRE
13. LCD screen 18. REC / STOP
4. Recording indicator 9. VOL - 14. REPEAT 19. Battery
5. USB jack 10. MENU
15. FWD compartment
GETTING STARTED
Installing the Batteries
1. Remove the battery cover on the back of the unit.
2. Install two (2) R03/AAA batteries (not included).*
3. Replace the battery cover.
4. Battery indications shown on the LCD screen:
• Batteries are fresh:
• Batteries are week or expired (replace batteries):
* Notes: Make sure the polarity (+/-) of the batteries matches the marks inside the battery
compartment. Do not mix old and new batteries, carbon and alkaline. Remove batteries when
the product is not in use for extended periods of time.
Power ON
Note: The PDR400 enters the date setting mode immediately upon powering ON for the first
time. See instructions for Setting the Date elsewhere in the manual.
• Press and hold PLAY
until the red indicator light blinks to turn on the unit.
Power OFF
1. Press and hold PLAY until the LCD screen goes off to power OFF the unit
2. The unit will also power OFF automatically if left idle for sixty (60) seconds without
pressing any button.
GETTING STARTED
Hold Function
• To disable the controls, slide the HOLD switch and the word “HOLD” and the icon will
flash briefly on the LCD screen.
• To disable the Hold function, slide the HOLD switch and the icon disappears.
• All buttons will return to their normal function.
Setting the Backlight
1. Press and hold for three (3) seconds to enter the menu.
2. Press or until “Backlight” is highlighted.
3. Press to enter.
4. Press VOL+ or VOL - to adjust the backlight time.
5. Press or press to return to the menu.
Setting the Contrast
1. Press and hold for three (3) seconds to enter the menu.
2. Press or until “Contrast” is highlighted.
3. Press to enter.
4. Press VOL+ or VOL - to adjust the contrast level.
5. Press or press to return to the menu.
Setting the Language
1. Press and hold for three (3) seconds to enter the menu.
2. Repeatedly press
or until “Language” is highlighted.
3. Press to enter.
4. Press
or to choose a language.
5. Press
or press to return to the menu.
Setting the Key Tone
1. Press and hold for three (3) seconds to enter the menu.
2. Repeatedly press
or until “Key Tone” is highlighted.
3. Press
to enter.
4. Press VOL+ or VOL - to adjust the Key Tone level.
5. Press or press to return to the menu.
GETTING STARTED
Setting the Date and time
1. Press and hold for three (3) seconds to enter the menu.
2. Repeatedly press or to select “System Time.”
3. Press to confirm.
4. Press or to highlight the current year.
5. Press VOL+ or VOL- to increase or decrease the year.
6. Press or to advance to the next setting or return to the previous one.
7. Press VOL+ or VOL- to increase or decrease the month.
8. Press or to advance to the next setting or return to the previous one.
9. Press VOL+ or VOL- to increase or decrease the day.
10. Press or to advance to the next setting or return to the previous one.
11. Press VOL+ or VOL- to increase or decrease the hour.
12. Press or to advance to the next setting or return to the previous one.
13. Press VOL+ or VOL- to increase or decrease the minute.
14. Press or to advance to the next setting or return to the previous one.
15. Press VOL+ or VOL- to increase or decrease the seconds.
16. Press or press to return to the menu.
Setting the VOX
Press to enter the Sound Menu
1. Press to enter record setting
2. Press or to advance to the VOX setting mode.
3. Press
to enter.
4. Press or to choose “VOX On,” “VOX Off,” “VOX Level,” “VOX Delay,” or “Exit.”
5. Press
to enter.
6. Press VOL+ or VOL- to set levels in your chosen mode.
7. Press to confirm and exit Sound Menu.
Selecting Memory Type
Press to enter the Sound Menu
1. Press
to enter record setting
2. Press to enter Save to
3. Press or to choose between:
a) Inside Memory
b) SD Card
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
Standard Recording
To use the standard, user-controlled recording function, follow these instructions.
1. Make sure the VOX function is set to “VOX Off” as described on the previous page of
this manual.
2. Select a file folder by pressing FOLDER.
3. To begin recording, press REC / STOP
.
4. During recording, the REC indicator light and the elapsed time will display on the LCD
screen.
5. Speak into the built-in microphone or connect an external microphone through the
Microphone Jack.
6. Press REC / STOP again to stop recording.
Note: For best recording results, a recording distance of 5 to 9 inches is suggested.
Voice Activated (VOX) Recording
Voice activation allows recording to be triggered by a voice or other sound.
1. Press to enter the Sound menu.
2. Press to enter Record Setting.
3. Press or to find VOX settings.
4. Press to enter.
5. Press or and find VOX On.
6. Press to select.
7. Press REC / STOP (the REC indicator and VOX ON will light and elapsed time will
appear on the LCD screen).
8. Speak into the built-in microphone or a connected external microphone to begin
recording.
9. Recording will begin once sound is detected.
10. If no sound is detected for a few seconds, recording will stop.
11. To stop recording manually, press REC / STOP
.
Notes:
• The first few sounds will activate the recording, but may not actually be recorded.
• Avoid too much variation in voice level during recording. Recording will stop automatically
after two (2) seconds if no sound is detected.
• For best recording results, a recording distance of 5 to 9 inches is suggested.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
Playing Recorded Files
Press FOLDER to select a file for playback
1. Repeatedly press
or to scroll through voice files.
2. Press
to select.
3. Selected file will play automatically.
Using Headphones or Earphones
For private listening, connect earphones or headphones using the Headphone jack. Speakers
are disabled when earphones or headphones are connected.
Repeat Playback
This unit can be set to repeat one file or repeat all fines within a folder. Follow these
instructions.
1. During playback, press .
2. Press to select Repeat
3. Repeatedly press or to choose “Repeat One,” “Folder,” or return to “Normal.”
4. Press to select.
5. When “Repeat One” is selected, the current file will be played repeatedly.
6. When “Folder” is selected, all files in the selected folder will be played back repeatedly
Erasing a Single File
1. Press FOLDER.
2. Press or to scroll files. The file number and length will appear on the LCD screen.
3. Press
to enter Sound menu.
4. Using
or , select “Delete File.”
5. Press
to confirm.
6. Press
or to select “Yes.”
7. Press
to confirm and delete.
OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
Erasing all Files in a Folder
1. Press FOLDER.
2. Press
or to scroll files. The file number and length will appear on the LCD screen.
3. Press
to enter Sound menu.
4. Using or , select “Delete All.”
5. Press
to confirm.
6. Press
or to select “Yes.”
7. Press to confirm and delete.
Note: When the memory is full, the word “FULL” will appear on the LCD screen. Files must
be deleted before recording a new file. Deleted files cannot be recovered.
Replaying Recorded Files
Setting A-B Playback
1. While a file is playing, press REPEAT button.
2. Point A has now been selected and B is blinking on the LCD screen.
3. While B is blinking, the file will play until you press REPEAT again.
4. After pressing REPEAT a second time, points A and B have now been selected.
5. Only the segment between points A and B will now play.
6. Press REPEAT once again or press to return to normal playback.
ADVANCED FEATURES
Schedule Setup
1. Press and hold for three (3) seconds to enter the menu.
2. Repeatedly press or until “Schedule” is highlighted.
3. Press to enter.
4. Press or to choose “Disable”
5. Press VOL + or VOL – to choose Once, Every day or Disable
6. Press or to set timer
7. Press VOL + or VOL – to set desire hours and minutes
8. Press to confirm and return to Setting menu
9. Press or press to return to the menu.
Connecting to a PC*
To load your recorded files to a PC, use a USB cable to connect. Drag and drop files to a
removable disc or your computer.
*Notes:
• The USB connection will not charge the unit. It serves as data transfer only.
• Be sure the unit is turned OFF before connecting to your PC.
• When uploading/downloading files, please do not unplug the USB. This may cause
damage to the player and it may not function normally.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Memory: (2GB), Flash
• Recording file format: WAV
• Connectivity
3.5mm mic. jack
3.5mm headphone jack
microSD card slot
Mini USB
• Power Requirement
ο Battery: 3V (2 x AAA, not included)
• System Requirements: MS windows 98 / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 / MAC X
• Unit Dimensions (W x H x D):
1.3” x 4.5” x 0.7” (33mm x 117mm x 15mm)
USER SAFETY GUIDE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
These markings are located on the bottom, side or back of the unit.
CAUTION: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). Non- user-
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to a service professional.
• The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of un-insulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to a
person.
• The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating, maintenance and servicing instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Dripping warning: "This product shall not be exposed to any dripping or splashing, and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on or near the product."
Ventilation warning: "The normal ventilation of the product shall not be impeded for intended
use." (Minimum distances must be kept around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation,
especially while use of the apparatus is in tropical and/or moderate climates.)
CLEANING
Always disconnect unit from power supply before attempting to clean it.
Use soft cloth moistened with soapy water, and wipe gently. Do not use
solvents or abrasive materials.
USER SAFETY GUIDE
INSTRUCTIONS ON ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Do not dispose of this product in the usual household garbage at the end of its
life cycle; bring it to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic appliances. This symbol on the product means the instructions for
use or the packing will inform about the methods for disposal. The materials
are recyclable as mentioned in its marking. By recycling, material recycling, or other forms of
re-utilization of old appliances, you make an important contribution to protect the
environment. Please inquire at your local community administration for the authorized
disposal location.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All safety and operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be retained in a
secure place for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should
be observed.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. WATER AND MOISTURE - The appliance should not be used near water. For example: near
a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, and swimming pool or even in a wet basement.
6. VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated so that its location and position does not
interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a
bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, be placed in a
built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through
the ventilation openings.
7. HEAT - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. POWER SOURCES - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
9. GROUNDING AND POLARIZATION - Precautions should be taken to ensure that the
grounding or polarization of the appliance is correct.
USER SAFETY GUIDE
10. POWER CORD PROTECTION - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or obstructed by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point at which they exit from
the appliance.
11. CLEANING - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.
12. POWER LINES - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
13. NONUSE PERIODS - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet
when the appliance is to be left unused for an extended period of time.
14. OBJECT and LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids
are not spilled into the device’s openings.
15. CARTS AND STANDS - The appliance should be used only with a cart or
stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart
combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
16. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING - If the appliance is mounted to a wall or ceiling, it should
be mounted only as recommended by the manufacturer.
17. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service
professional when:
a. The power-supply cord or plug has been damaged.
b. Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance’s apertures.
c. The appliance has been exposed to rain.
d. The appliance has been dropped and suffered damage.
e. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance.
18. SERVICING - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described
in the user's operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified
service professional.
19. PROTECTIVE ATTACHMENT PLUG - The appliance is equipped with an attachment plug
that has an overload protection. This is a safety feature. If replacement of the plug is
required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by the
manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug. (UK Version Only).
USER SAFETY GUIDE
FCC NOTICE (USA)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC regulations state that any change or modification to the equipment, not
expressly approved by maker or its authorized parties, could void user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
• To prevent fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
• Never attempt to open the cabinet. Dangerous high voltages are present in the unit.
Always refer servicing to a qualified technician.
IC NOTICE (CANADA)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada.
For service, support, and warranty information, visit www.polaroid.com
“Polaroid” and “Polaroid and Pixel” are trademarks of PLR IP Holdings, LLC, used under
license. Product features, specifications, and appearance are subject to change without notice.
PLR IP Holdings, LLC does not manufacture this product or provide any product warranty or
support.
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