Getting Dictation Notifications In case you weren’t aware, ODMS R6.4 can be configured to show notifications if the Transcription Module is closed. This means that you can see if you have new dictations without opening the application. To turn this setting on, go to Tools > Options > Workflow > Notification and check the…
Using the DS-5500 in Windows 10 The Olympus® Dictation Module software does not recognize my DS-5500 recorder. Environment Windows® 10 ODMS R6.4 Patch0009 Olympus DS-5500 Resolution The DS-5500 won’t work with this version of ODMS on Windows 10 without the latest firmware upgrade, v2.01. You’re going to need to update the firmware on…
Using ODMS to Email Dictations The Olympus® Dictation Module has the ability to send dictations using an email account. Once this feature has been configured, an author can record an audio file, dock his recorder, have the files download automatically, and then send automatically (via email) to a transcriptionist. Environment Please note that there is no email…
Question: Can I use the VEC® Infinity Foot Pedal with the Olympus® ODMS R6.4 Transcription Module Software? Answer: Unfortunately no, you cannot control the Olympus Transcription Module with this footpedal. ODMS R6.4 only supports Olympus footpedals. Verification Source and Date Olympus Support Team & In-House Testing, 12/2015
Olympus Dictation for Mac OS X Today, we’re going to look at the Olympus® DSS Player for Mac®, which is the Apple® edition of the Olympus Dictation Management System (ODMS) for Windows®. While ODMS and DSS Player for Mac come on the same disc, be aware that they are not the same program. We will…
Olympus Dictation With Dragon Voice Recognition If you’ve been using the Olympus® Dictation Management System thus far, you know how effective it is at managing your dictations, supporting playback and recording functions, and powering your delivery to a transcriptionist. Your transcriptionist is certainly aware of the magnificent abilities of the software. With a foot pedal…
Is the Olympus® DS-5000 digital voice recorder compatible with the Olympus Dictation Management System (ODMS) Release 6.4? Yes, the Olympus DS-5000 DVR is compatible with ODMS R6.4, but only if it’s loaded with firmware v1.08. Verification Source and Date Stanley Freeman, Olympus Support Tech, 10/2015
Introducing Olympus ODMS R6.4 In case you missed it, Olympus® was quick off the blocks in July 2015, releasing version 6.4 of their professional dictation and transcription management software, ODMS. This update comprises a couple of important improvements and a number of bug fixes—so let’s take a look. Olympus Updates Since the publication of…
Olympus Dictation Software Setup The scope of this guide includes basic installation and configuration of the Olympus® ODMS R6 Dictation Module (for Windows®). Along the way, we’ll provide tips and strategies that will help set you up for success. Yet, unlike the user manual, we won’t be covering every minute detail. Rather, this is intended…
Windows 10 Is Brand New… And in the world of software, that can lead to gaps in support. Because applications are generally released to work with the operating systems in common use at the time, a new OS can create disruption—and we’re not talking about the industry-changing innovation touted by thought leaders and corporate visionaries.…