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How to Upgrade ODMS from Olympus R7 to OM System ODMS R8
OM System, formerly known as Olympus Audio, has released the latest major version of its on-premise Windows software, ODMS R8 – OM System Dictation Management System. With Olympus ODMS R7 support is ending in March 2025, now is the time to upgrade to the latest version.
Why Upgrade to ODMS R8?
ODMS R8 offers enhanced features and improved compatibility, ensuring your dictation and transcription workflows remain efficient andup-to-date. Here’s what you need to know about upgrading:
- Upgrade Eligibility: Upgrades to ODMS R8 are only available from ODMS R7 installations for both the Dictation Module (DM) and Transcription Module (TM).
- Older Licences: If you own licenses for older Olympus software, such as ODMS R6 or DSS Player Pro R5, you will need to purchase a full ODMS R8 licence rather than an upgrade licence. Please ensure your physical dictaphone is compatible with ODMS R8, especially for the Dictation Module. Currently, only the Olympus DS-9000 & DS-9500 are compatible with ODMS R8 Dictation Module.
Compatibility Overview
Refer to the OM System compatibility chart to verify your device’s compatibility with ODMS R8.
ODMS R8 Transcription Module Compatibility
- Devices: Compatible with RS-28H & RS-31H transcription pedals.
- Supported Audio Formats: .ds2 (encrypted or not), .dss, .mp3, .wav, and .wma.
Transcription Module (TM) was supplied with the Olympus transcription kits (AS-4000/AS-5000/AS-7000/AS-9000) and now OM System AS-2700. The OM System AS-9100 now comes with an ODMS Cloud licence only but can also be used with ODMS R8 Transcription Module (TM). The Transcription Module is used to both automate the loading of dictation files to be transcribed from a typists email, from a shared drive to directly from a physical dictaphone.
ODMS R8 Dictation Module Compatibility
- Devices: Supported by Olympus digital dictaphones (DS-4000/DS-5000/DS-7000/DS-9000/DS-9500) and OM System DS-2700.
- ODMS Cloud Licence: The OM System DS-9100 now includes an ODMS Cloud licence, but it can also be used with ODMS R8 Dictation Module.
Dictation Module (DM) over the years was supplied with the Olympus digital dictaphones (DS-4000/DS-5000/DS-7000/DS-9000/DS-9500) and now OM System DS-2700.
The OM System DS-9100 now comes with an ODMS Cloud licence only but can also be used with ODMS R8 Dictation Module (DM). The Dictation Module is used to both configure the digital dictaphone and to automate the download of dictation audio to send to a transcription typist or typing team either via email or to a shared drive, cloud or local.
Licence Key Details
- Dictation Module Licence Keys: Start with “RD.” The next character indicates the version of the software. For example, RD76-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx is an ODMS R7 Dictation Module licence key.
- Transcription Module Licence Keys: Start with “RT,” with the next character indicating the software version. For example, RT76-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx is an ODMS R7 Transcription Module licence key.
How to Upgrade
- RT7 or RD7 Licence Keys: Eligible for an upgrade to ODMS R8.
- RT6/RT5 or RD6/RD5 Licence Keys: Require the purchase of a full ODMS R8 licence key.
What do I need to buy?
If your ODMS licence key starts with:
- RD7 then you need ODMS R8 Dictation Module (DM) Upgrade – AS-R803
- RD5 or RD6 then you need ODMS R8 Dictation Module (DM) Full Licence – AS-R801
- RT7 then you need ODMS R8 Transcription Module (TM) Upgrade – AS-R804
- RT5 or RT6 then you need ODMS R8 Transcription Module (TM) Full Licence – AS-R802
Upgrading your ODMS R7 software is quick and easy, our video explains the steps.
The OM System and Olympus licences can be confusing. The version numbers, the licence keys and the modules. If you are not sure and need help contact us at Dictate Australia.