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LINEAR PCM RECORDER
LS-20M
Linear PCM Recorder
DETAILED
INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for
information about using the product correctly and safely.
Keep the instructions handy for future reference. To ensure successful recordings,
we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.
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  • Page 1 Linear PCM Recorder DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for information about using the product correctly and safely. Keep the instructions handy for future reference. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.
  • Page 2 • Any liability for passive damages or damage of any kind occurred due to data loss incurred by a defect of the product, repair performed by the third party other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or any other reason is excluded.

  • Page 3: Index

    INDEX Table of contents Safety precautions Getting started About recording/shooting About playback Menu setting Using the recorder on your PC Other information P.10 P.34 P.48 P.65 P.92 P.100...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction INDEX ...3 Table of contents ...4 Safety precautions ...5 1 Getting started Main features ...10 Checking the contents of the box ...11 Identification of parts ...12 Display (LCD panel) ... 13 Power supply ...17 Inserting the battery ... 17 Connect to the USB-AC adapter to charge...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Before using your new recorder, read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference. • The warning symbols indicate important safety related information.
  • Page 6 • Any liability for passive damages or damage of any kind occurred due to data loss incurred by a defect of the product, repair performed by the third party other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or any other reasons is excluded from the Olympus’s liability.
  • Page 7 1 remove the battery immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and; 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service. f Caution: • Please recycle batteries to help save our planet’s resources.
  • Page 8 1 do not touch any of the exposed parts; 2 immediately disconnect the power supply plug from the power outlet, and; 3 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for servicing. Continued use of the AC adapter under these circumstances could result in electric shock, fire or injury.
  • Page 9 • Do not use or keep the AC adapter in very hot places, such as in direct sunlight, in a closed car on a sunny day, near a heater, on an electric carpet, etc. Do not use the AC adapter if something is covering it (such as a blanket).

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Main features s Shoots full high definition videos at the high resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. You can change the shooting resolution according to your usage (☞ P.71). s Adopts the MPEG-4 AVC and H.264 formats for video recording. This also allows you to enjoy high-resolution images on a PC or a large-screen TV.

  • Page 11: Checking The Contents Of The Box

    Checking the contents of the box The following items are included with the recorder. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the recorder. Voice Recorder USB-AC adapter (F-3AC) Instructions Lithium ion battery (LI-42B) LOCK SD card USB cable •...

  • Page 12: Identification Of Parts

    Identification of parts & 1 Built-in stereo microphone(R) 2 Built-in stereo microphone(L) 3 PEAK/LED indicator light (LED) 4 Lens 5 Main LCD (LCD panel) 6 Sub LCD (LCD panel) 7 + button 8 `OK button 9 REC (s) (Record) button Recording/Shooting indicator light (LED) 0 9 button...

  • Page 13: Display (Lcd Panel)

    Display (LCD panel) 4 A mode [Recorder] mode display: Folder list display 1 Root folder indicator 2 Folder name File list display 1 Current folder name 2 File name 3 Guide indicator Identification of parts File display 1 Battery indicator 2 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the folder...
  • Page 14 4 A mode [Music] mode display: List display When there are files and folders in the folder 1 Current folder name 2 Folder name/File name 3 Guide indicator List display When there are only files in the folder Identification of parts 1 Current folder name 2 File name 3 Guide indicator...
  • Page 15 4 n mode [Movie] mode display: Folder list display 1 Root folder indicator 2 Folder name File list display 1 Current folder name 2 File name 3 Guide indicator Identification of parts File display 1 Shooting mode indicator 2 Icon display 3 Battery indicator 4 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the...
  • Page 16 4 Icon display: 5 678 90!@ # 1 Shooting mode (s) ( n ) 2 Recording Level ( i ) 3 Zoom ( h )/ Volume ( g ) 4 Microphone Sensitivity ( q )( r ) 5 Low Cut Filter (c) 6 Limiter ( [ ) 7 Voice Sync ( Z ) 8 Equalizer ( ] ) ( ^ ) ( _ ) ( ‘...

  • Page 17: Power Supply

    Power supply Inserting the battery This recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus (LI-42B). Do not use any other type of battery. The supplied rechargeable battery is not fully charged. Before using the unit the first time or after long periods of disuse, it is recommended that you charge it until full (☞...
  • Page 18 • When replacing rechargeable battery, be sure to use lithium ion battery (LI-42B) specified by Olympus. The use of other manufacturers' products can damage the recorder and should be avoided. • Lithium ion battery is self discharging. After...

  • Page 19: Connect To The Usb-Ac Adapter To Charge

    Connect to the USB-AC adapter to charge It can be charged by connecting to the USB-AC adapter (F-3AC). • Before connecting the AC adapter, switch the USB connection setting to [AC Adapter] (☞ P.88). • Before connecting the USB cable, exit HOLD mode (☞...

  • Page 20: Charging By Connecting To A Computer Via Usb

    Charging by connecting to a computer via USB You can charge the battery by connecting to a PC's USB port. When charging, be sure to correctly place the rechargeable battery (supplied) into the recorder (☞ P.17). • Before connecting the USB cable, exit HOLD mode (☞...
  • Page 21 Notes • Charging is not possible during recording, shooting or playback. • When playing a voice/music file, the recorder may be reset due to the reduction of the voltage output of the battery depending on the volume º level even if [ ] is displayed in the battery indicator.
  • Page 22 • If lithium ion battery is not fully discharged, protect against short-circuiting (e.g. by taping the contacts) before disposing. For customers in Germany: Olympus has a contract with the GRS (Joint Battery Disposal Association) in Germany to ensure environmentally friendly disposal. Power supply...

  • Page 23: Turning On/Off The Power

    Turning on/off the power When the recorder is not being used, turn the power off to reduce battery consumption to a minimum. Even if the power is turned off, existing data, mode settings, and clock settings will be maintained. Turning on the power While the recorder is turned off, slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 24: Hold

    HOLD If you set the recorder to HOLD mode, the running conditions will be preserved, and all buttons will be disabled. This feature is useful when the recorder has to be carried in a bag or pocket. This mode can also prevent you from accidentally stopping recording or shooting.

  • Page 25: Setting Time And Date [Time & Date]

    Setting time and date [Time & Date] Setting the time and date beforehand enables easier file management. The recorder stores the time information automatically with the recording. When you use the recorder for the first time, when you insert the battery after the recorder has not been used for a long time, or when the clock is not set, [Set Time &...

  • Page 26: Changing The Time And Date

    Note • If you press the `OK button without setting all the items, the settings will be discarded. Changing the time and date While the recorder is during stop mode, press and hold the STOP (4) button to display the Time and Date, Remaining Memory and File Format.

  • Page 27: Inserting And Ejecting An Sd Card

    Inserting and ejecting an SD card The “SD” indicated in the instruction manual refers to both SD and SDHC. You can use any commercially available SD card with the recorder. Inserting an SD card While the recorder is during stop mode, open the card cover.
  • Page 28 [LOCK] direction, recording and other LOCK functions cannot be carried out. See the Olympus support homepage for a list of SD cards verified for this recorder in accordance with the Olympus standards. http://olympus-europa.com/ Although verified SD card makers are shown on the Olympus homepage, Olympus doesn’t...

  • Page 29: Notes On The Folders

    Notes on the folders The SD card can be used for the recording media. Voice files, movie files, and music files are sorted and saved into their respective folders, organized in a tree structure. About the folders for voice recordings [Folder A] - [Folder E] within the [Root] folder are the folders for voice recordings.

  • Page 30: About The Folders For Movie Shootings

    About the folders for movie shootings Movie files recorded with the LS-20M are stored into folders. Root DCIM Folder File Note • Only the [Movie100] folder is created after a format. Whenever each of the folders will exceed 9999 files, the next folder is created automatically.

  • Page 31: About The Folder For Music Playback

    About the folder for music playback When transferring music files to the device using Windows Media Player, a folder is automatically created within the music playback folder which has a layered structure as shown in the diagram below. Music files that are in the same folder can be rearranged in preferential order and replayed (☞...

  • Page 32: Selecting The Folders And Files

    Selecting the folders and files Please change folders only when the recorder's operation is stopped. For information on the layered structure of the folders, see the section entitled “Notes on the folders” (☞ P.29 ~ P.31). A mode [Operation of the folders for voice recordings] Folder list File list display...

  • Page 33: Switching Between Voice And Movie Mode

    Switching between voice and movie mode The recorder has two modes: voice recorder and movie recorder. Select the mode according to the purpose of use. Slide the mode switch to A or n. The mode switch does not work while the recorder is performing operations such as recording, shooting, and playback.

  • Page 34: About Recording/Shooting

    Before recording A Getting Ready Changing modes: Slide the mode switch on the recorder to A (☞ P.33). Adjusting recording level and microphone sensitivity Proper adjustment of [Mic Sense] (☞ P.67) and [Rec Level] (☞P.35-36 and P.68) is important to ensure high- quality recording.

  • Page 35: Recording A

    Recording A Before starting recording, select a folder among [Folder A] to [Folder E]. These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder [Folder A] might be used to store private information, while Folder [Folder B] might be dedicated to holding business information.
  • Page 36 Achieving an optimal recording level: • If the level meter reaches to the maximum level or the PEAK/LED indicator light turns on, the recording level is too high. This will cause distortions and affect the quality of the recording. When the level meter is maxed out (the recorded sounds will be distorted).
  • Page 37 • We recommend formatting the record media in the recorder before recording (☞ P.90). • Pressing once the recording button of the optional exclusive remote control RS30W (☞ P.105) will make the recording start immediately. • Due to the importance placed on sound reproducibility, this product is not suitable for use in a windy environment.
  • Page 38 Listening while audio is recorded (REC Monitor) If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the EAR jack on the recorder, you can hear the sound being recorded. The recording monitor volume can be adjusted by pressing the + or − button.

  • Page 39: Recommended Settings By Recording Condition

    Recommended settings by recording condition The recorder is initially set to [PCM 44.1kHz] mode so that you can make high quality stereo recordings immediately after purchasing it. The various functions relating to recording can be configured in detail to suit the recording conditions.

  • Page 40: Recording From External Microphone Or Other Devices

    Recording from external microphone or other devices The external microphone and other devices can be connected and the sound can be recorded. Connect as follows according to a device to be used. • Do not plug and unplug devices into the recorder’s jack while it is recording.
  • Page 41 Recording the sound of other devices with this recorder: The sound can be recorded when connecting to the audio output terminal (earphone jack) of the other device and the MIC jack of the recorder with the connecting cord KA333 (optional) for dubbing. Before you connect an external microphone to the MIC jack, change the [Input Jack] setting to [Microphone]...

  • Page 42: Before Shooting Movies N

    Before shooting movies n Getting Ready Changing modes: Slide the mode switch on the recorder to n (☞ P.33). Point the lens toward the subject Point the lens toward the subject you want to shoot. You can verify the images you are shooting using the main LCD.

  • Page 43: Shooting Movies N

    Shooting movies n STOP (4) button REC (s) button 9 0 button Press the REC (s) button to prepare shooting. • The recording/shooting indicator light will flash and [≠] will appear on the sub LCD. • [Image Quality] cannot be changed in the shooting standby mode or while shooting.
  • Page 44 Press the STOP (4) button to stop shooting. • [L] will appear on the sub LCD. g File length Notes • To ensure that you do not lose the beginning of the recording, confirm that the shooting is activated by checking the recording/shooting indicator or the mode indicator in the sub LCD.
  • Page 45 Adjusting the volume Press the `OK button during shooting to change the function of the + and − buttons. a Volume control indicator Press the + or − button to adjust the volume. • The volume can be adjusted within a range from [00] to [30].
  • Page 46 Shooting using the recorder upside down This function is useful while recording in an environment where there are many people around you, or where it is difficult to fit the subject in the viewfinder when shooting. Set the [Reverse Angle Recording] to [On] before shooting with the recorder upside down (☞...
  • Page 47 Shooting’s recorded sound settings Configure the settings of the sound recorded during shooting (☞ P.67 ~ P.70). It is convenient to use these settings in combination with [Recording Settings]. [Mic Sense] Sets the recording sensitivity. (☞ P.67) You can configure whether [Rec Level] to adjust the recording level (☞...

  • Page 48: About Playback

    Playback A The recorder can play WAV and MP3 format files. To playback a file recorded with other machines, you need to transfer (copy) it from a computer. Select the file to be played back from the folder which contains it (☞ P.32). Press the `OK button to start playback.
  • Page 49 Settings relating to playback [Play Mode] You can select the playback mode (☞ P.74) that fits your preference. If you change the equalizer setting, [Equalizer] you can enjoy the music with your (☞ P.74) favorite sound quality. [Visualizer] You can enjoy watching images (☞...
  • Page 50 Rewinding While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 0 button. • When you release the 0 button the recorder will resume normal playback. • If there is an index mark in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location (☞...
  • Page 51 About music file In cases where the recorder is unable to playback music files that have been transferred to it, check to make sure that the sampling rate and bit rate are in the range where playback is possible. Combinations of sampling rates and bit rates for music files which the recorder can playback are given below.

  • Page 52: Setting An Index Mark A

    Setting an index mark A Setting an index mark If an index mark is placed, you can quickly find a location you want to listen to in fast forward and fast rewind and when cuing a file. Index marks can be added only during PCM recording with this recorder or to PCM files recorded using this recorder.

  • Page 53: Playing Movies N

    Playing movies n You can play movie files shot with the recorder. The recorder can also be connected to a TV so that you can enjoy high definition movies on a large screen. STOP (4) button + − button `OK button Select the movie file to play (☞...
  • Page 54 Pause While the recorder is during playback mode, press the `OK button. • Playback on the main LCD pauses. • [ ] will appear on the sub LCD. To resume playback: Press the `OK button again. • Playback will resume from the point where you last paused it.
  • Page 55 Rewinding While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 0 button. • When you release the 0 button the recorder will resume normal playback. • The recorder stops when it reaches the beginning of the file. Continue pressing the 0 button to proceed with the review from the end of the previous file.

  • Page 56: To Play Back Movies On A Tv

    To play back movies on a TV The recorder can be connected to play movies on High Definition TV sets by using the optional HDMI micro cable (Type D). Turn off the power of the recorder and TV before connecting them. Connecting with HDMI micro cable HDMI micro connector HDMI micro...

  • Page 57: How To Begin Segment Repeat Playback A N

    How to begin segment repeat playback A n This function enables repeated playback of part of the file being played. A-B REPEAT button Select a file that has a segment you would like to play back repeatedly, and start playback. Press the A-B REPEAT button at the point you want to start segment repeat playback.

  • Page 58: Erasing A N

    Erasing A n Erasing files A selected file can be erased from a folder. Select the file you want to erase (☞ P.32). While the recorder is during stop mode in the file list display, press the ERASE button. • If an action is not selected within 8 seconds, the recorder will return to stop mode.

  • Page 59: Erasing All Files In A Folder

    Press the `OK button. • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start. • [Erase Done] is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers will be reassigned automatically. Erasing A n Erasing all files in a folder All files in a folder can be erased simultaneously. + −...
  • Page 60 Press the + or − button to select [Erase in Folder]. Press the `OK button. Press the + button to select [Start]. Erasing A n Press the `OK button. • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start. • [Erase Done] is displayed when the folder is erased.

  • Page 61: Partially Erasing A File

    Partially erasing a file An unwanted part of a file can be erased. It is recommended to make a copy of the original file before partially erasing it (☞ P.83, P.96). ERASE button Play the file you want to partially erase.
  • Page 62 Notes • Only a file that has been recorded or shot with this recorder can be partially erased. • You cannot recover a file once it has been erased. Please check carefully before erasing. • The file creation date will not change even if the file is partially erased.

  • Page 63: Trimming Files A N

    Trimming files A n Trimming mode will erase the beginning and the end of the file. The area that has been designated by the segment repeat playback function will be left and the beginning and the end part will be erased. Follow the first three steps of the segment repeat playback function procedure (☞...
  • Page 64 Notes • The trimming function is only available for files recorded with this recorder. • Trimmed data cannot be recovered. Please verify the data before trimming. • Trimming does not change the file creation date or the time it was last modified. •...

  • Page 65: Menu Setting

    Menu setting method Items in menus are categorized by tabs, so select a tab first and move to a desired item to quickly set it. You can set each menu item as follows. + − button `OK button MENU button While the recorder is during stop mode, press the MENU button.
  • Page 66 Press the `OK button to complete the setting. • You will be informed that the settings have been established via the screen. • Pressing the 0 button without pressing the `OK button will cancel the settings and return you to the previous screen. Press the MENU button to close the menu screen.

  • Page 67: Crec Menu

    CRec Menu Mic Sense A n Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs. By default, [Mic Sense] is initially set to [Low], and [Rec Level] to [Manual]/ [Limiter ON]. To achieve higher quality recordings, it's necessary to adjust the recording level manually.
  • Page 68 Rec Level A n You can set the device to automatically or manually adjust the recording level. By default, [Mic Sense] is initially set to [Low], and [Rec Level] to [Manual]/ [Limiter ON]. To achieve higher quality recordings, it's necessary to adjust the recording level manually.
  • Page 69 Self Timer A n The self-timer function allows a certain amount of time to elapse after you press the REC (s) button and then starts recording or shooting. Set this function according to the purpose of recording or shooting. [Off]: Disables this function.
  • Page 70 Input Jack A n Select whether to use the recorder’s MIC jack to connect an external microphone or as a LINE IN jack to connect an external device. [Microphone]: Set this when connecting an external microphone. [Line]: Set this when connecting an external device to use the jack as a LINE IN.

  • Page 71: Jrecording Settings

    JRecording Settings Image Quality n You can set the image quality (resolution) of the movie you will shoot. Select an image mode according to the purpose of use. Concurrently with the image quality, you can also set the movie’s sound quality. Select the image quality.
  • Page 72 Magic Movie n 5 types of filters allow you to easily apply various effects when shooting movies, enabling you to capture dynamic scenes and special moments in your own distinctive way. [On]: Enables the magic movie function. You can select the magic movie type. •...
  • Page 73 When [Quick Operation] is selected: 1 Point the lens at a white sheet of paper. • Place the sheet of paper so that it fills the screen, and avoid creating shadows. 2 Press the `OK button. • The white balance is set. Note •...

  • Page 74: Play Menu

    #Play Menu Play Mode A n You can select the playback mode that fits your preference. Select the desired playback mode: [File]: Stop after playing back the current file. [File Repeat]: Play the current file repeatedly. [Folder]: Play files continuously in the current folder until the last file and stop.
  • Page 75 Skip Space A n This function enables you to skip (forward) or reverse skip (rewind) a file being played for a set period. This function is convenient for quickly skipping to another playback position or repeatedly playing back short phrases. Select [Forward Skip] or [Reverse Skip].

  • Page 76: File Menu

    !File Menu Erase Lock A n Locking a file keeps important data from being accidentally erased. Locked files are not erased when you select to erase all files from a folder (☞ P.59). [On]: Locks the file and prevents it from being erased. [Off]: Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased.

  • Page 77: Dlcd/Sound Menu

    DLCD/Sound Menu Main LCD A n Main LCD contrast can be adjusted in 5 levels. • You can adjust the main LCD contrast level from [1] to [5]. Sub LCD A n You can set the backlighting time interval and adjust the contrast of the sub LCD.

  • Page 78: Edevice Menu

    EDevice Menu Auto Power Off A n Forgetting to turn the power off can be prevented. If the recorder remains in stop mode for over 10 minutes (Initial setting) while the power is turned on, the power will be turned off. [5min.] [10min.] [30min.] [1hour]: Set the length of time before the power will be turned off.
  • Page 79 Recording Settings: [Image Quality] [640×480 30fps] [MP3 256kbps] [Main LCD Display] [On] [Reverse Angle Recording] [Off] [Magic Movie ] [Off] [Image Stabilizer] [On] [Metering] [Multi-zone Metering] [White Balance] [{] (Auto) [Exposure Comp.] [±0.0EV] [High ISO Mode] [Normal] Play Menu: [Play Mode] [File] [Equalizer] [Off]...

  • Page 80: Voice Sync Recording [V-Sync. Rec] A

    Voice sync recording [V-Sync. Rec] A Voice sync recording starts when a voice louder than the voice sync level (detection level) is detected. When the voice becomes low, recording will automatically stop. When setting voice sync recording, if the input falls below the voice sync level (detection level) or the set detection time elapses, the recorder will stop the current operation, create a new file, and switch to standby...
  • Page 81 • Press the `OK button to return to the recording level setting. a Voice sync level (moves to the right/left according to the set level) Press the REC (s) button again. • The recorder will go into standby. [Standby] will flash on the sub LCD and the recording/ shooting indicator light will flash.

  • Page 82: Rearranging Files [Replace] A N

    Rearranging files [Replace] A n You can move a file in a folder to change the order of playback. First select the folder (file) for which you want to change the playback order. Select the folder for which you would like to rearrange the file order (☞...

  • Page 83: Moving/Copying Files [File Move/Copy] A N

    Moving/Copying files [File Move/Copy] A n Files saved in the SD card can be moved or copied within the memory. Files can also be moved or copied between memory. + − button `OK button MENU button In the file list display, press the + or − button to select the file you want to move or copy (☞...
  • Page 84 Notes • Only a file that has been recorded or shot with this recorder can be moved or copied. • The recorder cannot copy when the memory capacity is not sufficient. • In voice mode (A), files cannot be moved or copied if the number of files will exceed 999.

  • Page 85: Dividing Files [File Divide] A N

    Dividing files [File Divide] A n Files with large capacities and long recording times can be divided so that they are easier to manage and edit. + − button `OK button MENU button It is recommended to make a copy of the original file before dividing a file (☞...
  • Page 86 Notes • Only a file that has been recorded or shot with this recorder can be divided. • In voice mode (A), files cannot be divided if the number of files will exceed 999. • Locked files cannot be divided (☞ P.76). •...

  • Page 87: Fn Setting [Fn. Setting] A N

    Fn Setting [Fn. setting] A n When functions are registered in the Fn button, each time the Fn button is pressed, you can set or change the menu of registered function. Setting [Off]: No functions will be allocated to the button. [INDEX]: (☞...

  • Page 88: Changing The Usb Class [Usb Settings] A N

    Changing the USB class [USB Settings] A n Besides setting to [PC] (Connect to PC to transfer files) or [AC Adapter] (Connect to AC adapter to recharge the battery), you can switch the USB class according to your usage. The [PC Camera] setting is also included for when you want to use the recorder as a PC camera (☞...
  • Page 89 When [USB Class] is selected: Press the + or − button to change the setting. [Storage class]: Recognized as an external memory device from the PC. [PC Camera]: Recognized as a PC camera from the PC. Press the ` OK button to complete the setting.

  • Page 90: Formatting The Recorder [Format] A N

    Formatting the recorder [Format] A n If you format the recorder, all files will be removed and all function settings will return to defaults except date and time settings. Transfer any important files to a computer before formatting the recorder. Select [Format] from the menu on the [Device Menu].
  • Page 91 Notes • Never format the recorder from a PC. • When the recorder is formatted, all the saved data, including locked files and read-only files, are erased. • After formatting, recorded voice file names may start from [0001]. • For returning the settings for the functions to their initial settings, use [Reset Settings] (☞...

  • Page 92: Using The Recorder On Your Pc

    Using the recorder on your PC By being connected to a PC, the recorder enables you to do the following: • Voice files recorded on the recorder can be played and managed on the PC using the “Olympus Sonority” (Optional).
  • Page 93 [Format] display of the recorder (☞ P.90). • Folder (directory) names displayed by file management tools such as Explorer in Microsoft Windows and Finder in Macintosh are different from the folder names that can be set with the recorder or the “Olympus Sonority”.

  • Page 94: Connecting To Your Pc

    Connecting to your PC Boot the PC. Connect the USB cable to the USB port of the PC. While the recorder is during stop mode or turned off, connect the USB cable to the connecting terminal on the bottom of the recorder. •...

  • Page 95: Disconnecting From Your Pc

    Disconnecting from your PC Windows Click [ ] on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. • The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used. • When the window indicating that it is safe to remove hardware window appears, close the window.

  • Page 96: Transfer The Voice Files To Your Pc

    • In a Windows standard environment, 24-bit wav-format files cannot be played. Use “Quick Time” or “Olympus Sonority” (Optional) for playback of such files. • “Olympus Sonority” (Optional) allows you to perform operations such as editing voice files, but it does not support movie files.

  • Page 97: Using Quick Time

    Using Quick Time You can transfer the voice files you record and movie files you shoot with the recorder to a PC, and then use Quick Time to play them. Play the voice file Connect the recorder to your PC (☞...
  • Page 98 Play the movie file Connect the recorder to your PC (☞ P.94). Open the “Quick Time”. • The control screen of Quick Time Player appears. Select [Open File] from the [File] menu. • The [Open A File] dialog box appears. At the dialog screen, set the [File location], [File type], and [File name] for the file you want to play.

  • Page 99: Using As Pc Camera

    Using as PC camera On a PC running Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Mac OS, you can use the recorder as a PC camera. To Use the Recorder as a PC Camera In the recorder's [USB Settings], set [USB Class] into [PC Camera] (☞...

  • Page 100: Other Information

    Alarm message list Message Meaning [Battery Low] Low battery power. [File Protected] Erase-locked. [Cannot record in this Not an audio-recording folder] folder. [Index Full] Index full. [Folder Full] Folder full. [Card Error] Error in the memory. [Memory Full] Zero remaining memory. [No File] No file.
  • Page 101 Message Meaning [This file can’t be File which cannot be split. divided.] [Cooling circuit. Please Recording and shooting are Wait] not possible. [Sound rec. stopped] Recording is not possible. [Movie rec. stopped] Shooting is not possible. Alarm message list Explanation Action Attempting to split a file other than PCM files recorded in this...

  • Page 102: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Symptom Nothing appears on the display Won’t start Unable to record Unable to shoot No sound picked up by the built-in microphone Unable to record through an external microphone No playback sound heard Shooting stopped midway Recording level too low Probable cause The battery is not loaded properly.
  • Page 103 Symptom Probable cause The recording level has not been adjusted. Recording level too high This could potentially be because the recording level and output level for connected external devices are too high. Cannot find the recorded Wrong folder. Voice File The recorder was shaken during recording.
  • Page 104 Unlock the file or cancel the read-only setting of the file on the PC. An index cannot be set for files in MP3 format. Please insert the chargeable battery provided. If the recorder becomes abnormally hot, please contact the Olympus Customer Support Center.

  • Page 105: Accessories (Optional)

    Accessories (optional) Accessories exclusive to the Olympus voice recorder can be purchased directly from Online Shop on our company’s website. Sales of accessories are different according to the country. s 2-channel microphone (omni-directional): ME30W Two ME30 monaural microphones come in a set with a miniature tripod and a connection adapter.

  • Page 106: Specifications

    Specifications General points 4 Recording format: Voice: Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3) Movie: MOV (MPEG-4AVC/H.264) 4 Recording medium: SD card: 1 GB to 32 GB 4 No. of effective pixels: 2,930,000 pixels (16:9) 2,190,000 pixels (4:3) 4 Image pickup device: 1/4"...
  • Page 107 640×480 30fps (MP3 format) [256 kbps 44.1 kHz] Note • Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the conditions of use. 4 During playback mode: 20 Hz to 20 kHz...
  • Page 108 Guide to recording times The following values are strictly references. 4 Linear PCM format: Recording mode [96 kHz/24 bit] 25min. [88.2 kHz/24 bit] 30min. [48 kHz/16 bit] 1h. 20min. [44.1 kHz/16 bit] 1h. 30min. 4 MP3 format: Recording mode [320 kbps 44.1 kHz] 6h.
  • Page 109 4 1280×720 30fps: Shooting mode 1 GB [96 kHz/24 bit] 10min. [88.2 kHz/24 bit] 10min. [48 kHz/16 bit] 15min. [44.1 kHz/16 bit] 15min. 4 640×480 30fps: Shooting mode 1 GB [320 kbps 44.1 kHz] 30min. [256 kbps 44.1 kHz] 30min. Notes •...
  • Page 110 Maximum shooting time per file • The maximum size of a single movie file is limited to approx. 4 GB. • Regardless of the memory remaining amount, the longest sound recording time per file is restricted to the following value. 1920×1080 30fps: [96 kHz 24 bit] [88.2 kHz 24 bit]...

  • Page 111: Technical Assistance And Support

    Technical assistance and support The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only. s Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 s User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus.com s Technical Hotline Number in Europe...
  • Page 112 OLYMPUS EUROPA HOLDING GMBH (Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstrasse 14-18, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. +49 (0)40-237730 (Letters) Postfach 10 49 08. 20034 Hamburg, Germany. http://www.olympus-europa.com OLYMPUS IMAGING AUSTRALIA PTY LTD. 82 Waterloo Rd, North Ryde NSW 2113, Australia TEL: (61) 2-9886-3999 http://www.olympus.com.au EN-BD3355-03...

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