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Olympus WS-823 User Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Register your product on www.olympus-consumer.com/ register and get additional benefits from Olympus! 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.
  • Page 2 Erasing a folder ...................47 Setting HOLD mode ................19 Releasing HOLD mode ................19 4 FM radio Turning the power OFF ...............20 (WS-823 model only) Turning the power OFF ...............20 [Home] screen operations ............21 Before using the FM radio function ..........48 Selecting the mode................21 Presetting radio stations automatically ........49...
  • Page 3 Table of contents Preventing accidental file erasure [File Lock]........61 Extracting the speaking portions of files of spoken-word content Sorting files [Sort by] ................61 [Voice Detect] ................82 Moving/copying files [Move/Copy].............62 Extracting the speaking portions of files of spoken-word content Dividing files [File Divide] ..............62 [Voice Detect] ..................82 Displaying file or folder information [Property] .........62 Moving/copying files [Move/Copy] ..........84...

  • Page 4: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts Recorder & 1 Built-in stereo microphone (L) $ 9 button 2 Built-in stereo microphone (R) % – button 3 LED indicator light (LED) ^ LIST button 4 MENU/SCENE button & ERASE button 5 F2 button * `OK button 6 Built-in speaker ( 0 button 7 Strap hole...

  • Page 5: Display

    8 Voice recorder status indicator time ]: Recording indicator ]: Recording pause indicator ]: Stop indicator * WS-823 and WS-822 models only ]: Playback indicator ]: Fast forward indicator ]: Fast rewind indicator ]: Fast playback indicator ]: Slow playback indicator...
  • Page 6 ( ) and file lock ( 0 Artist name ! Current file number in folder/Total number of recorded files in folder @ Elapsed playback time # Playback position bar indicator $ File length * WS-823 and WS-822 models only...
  • Page 7 ]: Noise Cancel 7 Folder indicator ]: Voice Balancer 8 Voice recorder status indicator Voice Filter ]: Play Mode ]: Recording indicator ]: Recording pause indicator *1 WS-823 model only *2 WS-823 and WS-822 models only *3 WS-821 model only...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting started Setup After unpacking the voice recorder, follow the steps below to have it ready for use. Getting Insert the battery started Getting Turn the power ON started Getting Select the battery setting started Select the battery setting to match the inserted battery. Select the setting for a nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery or the setting for an alkaline battery.

  • Page 9: Inserting The Battery

    Setup Inserting the battery Turn the power ON Before using the voice recorder, insert the While the voice recorder is turned battery in the battery compartment of the off, slide the POWER/HOLD switch voice recorder. in the direction of the arrow. Slide open the battery/card cover while lightly pressing down on it.

  • Page 10: Setting The Inserted Battery

    Battery type Press the +/– button to change [Ni-MH] ( the number. Select if you inserted an Olympus nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery (model BR404). [Alkaline] ( Select if you inserted an alkaline battery.

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery Charging the battery by connecting to a PC’s USB connector After making sure the voice WS-823 and WS-822 models recorder is stopped, connect the only USB connector to a USB port on a NOTE • Before connecting the USB connector, release HOLD mode (☞ P.19).
  • Page 12 Charging the battery Charging has finished when the battery indicator changes to [ Charging time: About 3 hours* * Approximate time needed to fully charge a completely flat battery at room temperature. Battery charging time will depend on the amount of remaining power and the state of the battery.

  • Page 13: Connection (Model A514; Optional)

    Charging the battery Charging the battery by connecting to an AC adapter with a USB connection (model A514; optional) Connect the AC adapter to an AC WS-823 and WS-822 models power outlet. only NOTE • Before connecting the AC adapter, select [AC Adapter] for the USB connection setting (☞...
  • Page 14 ] Ambient temperature is too NOTE high • If battery life has become noticeably • Use only the Olympus USB connecting short on a full charge, replace the AC adapter model provided (A514). battery with a new one. • Insert the USB connector securely all the way.

  • Page 15: Batteries

    Batteries NOTE Rechargeable batteries • Due to the nature of nickel-metal Read the information below carefully when hydride rechargeable batteries, new using a nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries and batteries not used for an battery (model BR404). extended period (one month or more) 4 Discharging may not charge completely.
  • Page 16 • When not using the voice recorder for an extended period, always remove the battery before storage. • When replacing the battery, use an AAA alkaline dry cell battery or an Olympus nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery (model BR404). • When buying rechargeable batteries, always select model BR404 nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries.

  • Page 17: Inserting/Removing A Microsd Card

    Inserting/removing a microSD card The voice recorder has its own internal memory, and also supports standard microSD cards (microSD, microSDHC) sold separately. Inserting a microSD card While the voice recorder is in • The recording media selection screen appears after a microSD card has been stop mode, open the battery/ inserted.

  • Page 18: Removing A Microsd Card

    Note that our customer support will slowly return. provide information on microSD card manufacturers and card types for which Olympus has verified operation, but will not guarantee it's performance. Also note that some cards may no longer be recognized correctly...

  • Page 19: Preventing Accidental Operation

    Preventing accidental operation Setting the voice recorder to HOLD mode maintains the current operation and disables button operations. HOLD mode is a handy feature for preventing unintentional operation from accidental button presses when the voice recorder is carried in a bag or pocket. It is also useful for preventing the voice recorder being accidentally stopped during recording.

  • Page 20: Turning The Power Off

    Turning the power OFF Turning the power OFF Existing data, mode settings and the clock setting are saved when the power is turned OFF. Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in Power Save mode the direction of the arrow for at least half a second. When the voice recorder has been stopped for at least 10 minutes (default setting) after power ON, the display...

  • Page 21: [Home] Screen Operations

    In addition to its recording function, the voice recorder also provides music player and FM radio* functions. Choose the application you want by selecting one of the voice recorder’s modes. * WS-823 model only Press the `OK button. Press the F1 (HOME) button to display the [Home] screen.
  • Page 22 In this mode you can search for files by specifying the recording date (☞ P.44). When [FM Radio]* is selected The voice recorder enters [FM Radio] mode. In this mode you can listen to FM radio (☞ P.48, P.51). * WS-823 model only...

  • Page 23: Folders

    (including a [Music] folder itself ). Recordings from the radio are saved * Up to 130 folders for WS-821 model. here (WS-823 model only). The voice recorder can only recognize two folder sublevels. Files and folders placed directly within the [Recorder] folder (not within one of the sub-folders) are not displayed by the voice recorder.

  • Page 24: Selecting Folders And Files

    You can select a different folder while the voice recorder is in stopped or playing a file. See “Folders” (☞ P.23) for a description of the voice recorder’s hierarchical folder structure. [Home] screen Folders for voice recordings Example: WS-823 Folder list File list display File display...
  • Page 25 Selecting folders and files +/– button Used to select a folder or file. [Home] screen Used to select the voice recorder mode (☞ P.21). List display Displays the folders and files recorded in the voice recorder. Pressing the F2 (FOLDER) button changes the display to the list display of the next folder.

  • Page 26: Recording

    Recording Recording The voice recorder has five folders ([&] to [*]) in which recorded files can be saved. These folders provide a handy way to sort recordings into separate categories (such as business and leisure). Basic recording procedure Press the +/–, 0 or 9 Press the REC ( s) button to start button in the [Home] screen and recording.
  • Page 27 ([Internal memory] • WMA format: “.WMA” or [microSD card]) has been selected * WS-823 and WS-822 models only (☞ P.77). • If a folder other than folders & to * is selected when the REC ( s) button is pressed, the blinking message [Cannot record in this folder] appears.

  • Page 28: Pausing/Resuming Recording

    Recording linear PCM format files of over 2 GB Press the REC ( s) button during recording. WS-823 and WS-822 models only When recording a linear PCM format file, recording will continue even after the file size exceeds 2 GB.

  • Page 29: Monitoring While Recording

    • [MP3 256 kbps] NOTE • [MP3 128 kbps] • To avoid unpleasantly loud sound, set *2 WS-823 model only the volume to [00] before plugging in the earphone. • To prevent feedback, do not place the earphone near the microphone while...

  • Page 30: Recording With An External Microphone

    Recording with an external microphone Recording with an external microphone You can record audio input using an external microphone or other device connected to the voice recorder’s microphone jack. Do not plug or unplug devices into voice recorder jacks while recording.

  • Page 31: Recording From Another Connected Device

    Recording from another connected device Recording audio from another Recording audio from this recorder device with this recorder with another device Audio can be recorded when you have Audio from this recorder can be recorded connected the audio output terminal to another device by connecting the audio (earphone jack) of another device and input terminal (microphone jack) of the other...

  • Page 32: En Changing The Recording Scene [Rec Scene]

    Changing the recording scene [Rec Scene] Changing the recording scene The voice recorder has preregistered templates of optimum settings tailored to various recording applications such as lectures and dictation. When selecting one of these templates you can enter several settings recommended for your recording application all in a single operation.
  • Page 33 [Low Cut Filter] [Off] [Low Cut Filter] [On] [VCVA] [Off] [VCVA] [Off] [V-Sync. Rec] [Off] [V-Sync. Rec] [Off] * WS-823 model only [Meeting] [Rec Level] [Middle] [Rec Mode] [MP3 128 kbps] [Zoom Mic]* [Off] [Low Cut Filter] [Off] [VCVA] [Off] [V-Sync.

  • Page 34: Playback

    Playback In addition to files recorded by the voice recorder, you can also play files in WAV*, MP3 and WMA format transferred from a PC. * WS-823 and WS-822 models only Basic playback procedure a Recording media indicator, file name...

  • Page 35: Playback Through The Earphones

    • To avoid unpleasantly loud sound, set Improves operability. the volume to [00] before plugging in the earphone. *1 WS-823 and WS-822 models only • Avoid excessive volume when listening *2 WS-821 model only to playback through the earphones. *3 Function active only in [Recorder] mode.

  • Page 36: Fast-Forwarding

    Playback Fast-forwarding Rewinding Fast-forwarding while the voice Rewinding while the voice recorder is recorder is in stop mode in stop mode With the voice recorder stopped, With the voice recorder stopped, press and hold the 9 button. press and hold the 0 button. •...

  • Page 37: Skipping To The Beginning Of A File

    Playback NOTE Skipping to the beginning of a file • If an index mark or temp mark is reached when skipping to the beginning of a file during playback, playback starts from the position of the mark. When skipping to the beginning of a file while the voice recorder is in stop mode, the mark is ignored (☞ P.43).

  • Page 38: Changing The Playback Speed/Tone (Voice Changer*)

    * WS-823 and WS-822 models only Bit count/ File format Sampling rate bit rate Press the `OK button during playback.
  • Page 39 Playback Press the `OK button. Fast playback restrictions Depending on their sampling frequency and bit rate, some files may not play normally. Playback speed/ In this case, you will need to reduce the tone indicator playback speed. • When speech is still difficult to discern after changing the playback speed, changing the tone may help.

  • Page 40: Abc Repeat Playback

    Playback ABC repeat playback The voice recorder has a function that lets you repeat the playback of a portion (segment) of the file being played. In addition to the A-B repeat function available from previous models, the segment to repeat can be changed during repeat playback. There is also a shadowing playback function handy for language learning that can be used during ABC repeat playback.
  • Page 41 Playback ABC repeat playback Specifying new starting/ending points • You can change the playback speed (☞ P.38), and fast-forward/ Press the F1 (CANCEL A) button rewind (☞ P.36) when the [B] during ABC repeat playback. indicator is blinking. • If playback reaches the end of the file when the [B] indicator is blinking, the end of the file is treated as the segment end...
  • Page 42 Playback ABC repeat playback Press the F1 (SET C) button at the Canceling ABC repeat playback desired end position for ABC repeat playback. Press the F2 (CNCL ABC) button. • Segment B-C is set, and ABC repeat • If pressed when ABC repeat playback is playback starts.

  • Page 43: Index Marks/Temp Marks

    Index marks can only be written in files created with Olympus voice recorders. For files created with other devices, you can temporarily store desired positions in the memory using temp marks.

  • Page 44: Calendar Search Function

    Number of files saved (recorded) on • You can only search for files saved in selected date the folders for voice recording ([&] to b Today’s date [*] and [FM Radio]* folders). c Date file was recorded * WS-823 model only d Selected date...

  • Page 45: Selecting Preset Playback Settings Template [Play Scene]

    Selecting preset playback settings template [Play Scene] Selecting a preset playback settings template This voice recorder has 2 preregistered template [Transcription] and [Language study], with optimum settings tailored to such playback scenes. Selecting one of these templates lets you enter several settings recommended for your recording application all in a single operation. See “...

  • Page 46: Erasing Files/Folders

    Erasing files/folders This section describes how to erase a single unneeded file from a folder, erase all the files in the current folder at once, or erase a selected folder. Erasing files Press the `OK button. Select the file you want to erase (☞ P.24).

  • Page 47: Erasing A Folder

    [FM Radio]* folder) and [Music] folder stopped mode if no operation is cannot be erased. performed for 8 seconds. * WS-823 model only • [Music] folder subfolders other than Press the + button to select the [Music] can be erased.

  • Page 48: Fm Radio

    FM radio (WS-823 model only) Before using the FM radio function Radio signal reception quality varies substantially depending on where you are using the radio. Poor reception can often be improved by adjusting the antenna position or orientation, or moving to a more accessible location for the signal such as a near window.

  • Page 49: Presetting Radio Stations Automatically

    Presetting radio stations automatically Presetting a local radio station [By scanning] Follow the steps below to preset the frequency of an FM radio station you can receive in your area. Connect the earphones to the Press the +/– button to select voice recorder’s EAR jack.
  • Page 50 Presetting radio stations automatically Presetting a local radio station [By scanning] Press the +/– button to select [Start]. • Preset numbers are sorted automatically by frequency. • Up to 30 radio stations can be preset. The message [Preset Full] appears if you attempt to preset more than 30 stations.

  • Page 51: Listening To Fm Radio

    Listening to FM radio Listening to FM radio Follow the steps below to listen to stereo FM radio on the voice recorder. Set FM radio mode by Press the +/– button to adjust performing Steps 1 to 4 of the the volume to the desired level.

  • Page 52: Selecting The Reception Mode

    Listening to FM radio Selecting the reception mode Different reception modes can be selected to match different reception conditions. If the radio station you want to listen to has a signal too weak to be detected by the automatic preset process, you can select manual reception to adjust the radio frequency manually.

  • Page 53: Adding Preset Radio Stations

    Adding preset radio stations Adding a radio station received manually as a preset station [Set manually] Follow the steps below to add a radio station received in frequency mode as a preset radio station. Set FM radio mode by Press the +/– button to select performing Steps 1 to 4 of the [ Set stations].
  • Page 54 Adding preset radio stations Adding a radio station received manually as a preset station [Set manually] Press the +/– button to select [Save preset]. Press the `OK button. • When the message [Preset (number) saved] appears, the procedure is finished. •...

  • Page 55: Deleting Preset Radio Stations

    Deleting preset radio stations Deleting an unneeded preset radio station Set FM radio mode by Press the +/– button to select performing Steps 1 to 4 of the [Erase preset]. procedure given in “Presetting radio stations automatically” (☞ P.49). Press the F2 button to set preset mode.

  • Page 56: Recording Fm Radio

    Recording FM radio Recording FM radio Even when FM radio reception is clear, noise may enter after starting to record in certain reception environments. To avoid such a problem, perform a test recording beforehand. Try to record in a location with good radio reception. Press the REC ( s) button to start NOTE recording.
  • Page 57 Recording FM radio Recording FM radio • Files recorded from FM radio have “FM” appended to the beginning of the file name assigned at the time of recording (☞ P.27). FM130715_0007.MP3 Date: 130715 (July 15, 2013) NOTE • When recording FM radio, always connect the earphones to the EAR jack.

  • Page 58: Menu

    Menu Setting menu items Basic operation Menu items are arranged by tabs, letting you quickly set desired items by selecting a tab and then moving to the desired item within the tab. Follow the steps below to set a menu item. Press the `OK button to move During recording/playback or while the voice recorder is in stop...
  • Page 59 Setting menu items Basic operation Press the `OK button. Press the STOP ( 4) button to exit the menu screen. • The setting of the selected item is displayed. • When the menu screen is displayed • You can also use the 9 button to during recording or playback, press perform this operation.
  • Page 60 • LED • Output *1 WS-823 model only *2 Function active only in [Recorder] mode. *3 WS-823 and WS-822 models only *4 WS-821 model only *5 Function active only in [Music] mode. *6 Cannot be selected while recording from the radio.

  • Page 61: File Menu [File Menu]

    [Voice Detect]” Automatically sorts the files by file (☞ P.82) for more information. name. [Date ascending]: Automatically sorts the files by date WS-823 and WS-822 models (recording date/time) from oldest to only newest files. [Date descending]: Automatically sorts the files by date (recording date/time) from newest to oldest files.

  • Page 62: Moving/Copying Files [Move/Copy]

    See “Moving/copying files [Move/Copy]” (☞ P.84) for the procedure. File information Press the +/– button to switch WS-823 and WS-822 models the screen. only • Information is displayed for the items [Name], [Date], [Size], [Bit Rate]...

  • Page 63: Recording Menu [Rec Menu]

    Lets you set the recording sensitivity extends the level meter indicator manually, to any of 30 levels. position. * WS-823 model only NOTE • Setting the voice recorder to [Manual] • To record the speaker’s voice clearly, disables the limiter function. If [OV] is...

  • Page 64: Setting The Recording Mode [Rec Mode]

    [MP3 192 kbps] [MP3 128 kbps] [ WMA 32 kbps mono] [WMA 8 kbps mono] Press the +/– button to adjust *1 WS-823 and WS-822 models only the built-in stereo microphone’s *2 WS-821 model only directivity. *3 Mono recording • Sound quality increases as the recording rate value increases.

  • Page 65: Reducing Noise During Recording [Low Cut Filter]

    Recording menu [Rec Menu] Selecting microphone directivity Reducing noise during recording [Zoom Mic] [Low Cut Filter] The voice recorder’s low cut filter function Zoom mic function lets you make recordings that reduce humming sounds from air-conditioners or High directivity low-frequency sounds from equipment such as projectors.
  • Page 66 The LED voice activation level. indicator light becomes lit when WS-823 model only: recording is activated and flashes • To change the recording level when recording is paused. (☞ P.63) during VCVA recording in Press the 9 or 0 button to [Manual], press the F1 button.

  • Page 67: Voice Sync Recording Function [V-Sync. Rec]

    Recording is done normally. quieter sounds to activate the start of recording. WS-823 model only • To change the recording level (☞ P.63) during voice sync level adjustment in [Manual], press the F1 button. The voice recorder changes to recording level adjustment mode.
  • Page 68 Recording menu [Rec Menu] Press the REC ( s) button again. • The blinking message [Standby] appears in the display, and the LED indicator light flashes. • Recording starts automatically if the input is louder than the voice sync level. •...

  • Page 69: Playback Menu [Play Menu]

    ABC repeat playback function (☞ P.40) first at normal volume (for listening practice WS-823 and WS-822 models when learning a foreign language), and then only a second time at muted or low volume (for speaking practice).

  • Page 70: Reducing Noise During Playback [Noise Cancel]

    NOTE • Modified speed/tone* during playback (☞ P.38) • [Voice Balancer] is only enabled in * WS-823 and WS-822 models only [Recorder] mode. • Using the [Voice Balancer] function will make the battery deplete more quickly. • When the [Voice Balancer] function...

  • Page 71: Emphasizing Voice More Clearly [Voice Filter]

    Playback menu [Play Menu] Emphasizing voice more clearly Selecting playback modes [Voice Filter] [Play Mode] During normal playback or fast/slow Several playback modes are available for playback, the voice filter function cuts different listening styles. low- and high-frequency range tone and Press the +/–...
  • Page 72 Playback menu [Play Menu] Press the +/– button to select a NOTE setting. • When [Playback range] is set to [File], When [Playback range] was selected: [End] blinks in the display for 2 seconds after the last file in the folder has been [File], [Folder], [All]: played, then playback stops at the start Specify the range of files for playback.

  • Page 73: Changing Music Sound Quality [Equalizer]

    Playback menu [Play Menu] Changing music sound quality Setting a skip space [Equalizer] [Skip Space] The voice recorder’s equalizer settings can The [Skip Space] function lets you skip be changed to change music sound quality a preset amount forward (forward skip) as desired.

  • Page 74: Setting A Preset Playback Settings Template [Play Scene]

    [Voice Balancer] Setting a preset playback settings [Off] ([Voice Filter] template [Play Scene] *1 WS-823 and WS-822 models only *2 WS-821 model only The voice recorder has 2 preregistered templates, [Transcription] and [Language study], with optimum settings tailored to • You can press the 9 button to such playback scenes.

  • Page 75: Lcd/Sound Menu [Lcd/Sound Menu]

    LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound Menu] Setting the backlight [Backlight] Setting the LED indicator light [LED] The display backlights are switched on for You can set the LED indicator light to not a preset amount of time when a button become lit. operation is performed.

  • Page 76: Changing The Display Language [Language]

    The voice recorder’s playback sound is not output from the built-in speaker even if the earphones are disconnected. NOTE WS-823 model only • The setting for this function only applies to file playback. To set how speaker output is handled...

  • Page 77: Device Menu [Device Menu]

    (☞ P.17). [Ni-MH] ( Select this setting when using an Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable battery [Internal memory]: (model BR404). Records on the internal memory on the [Alkaline] ( voice recorder.

  • Page 78: Setting The Date/Time [Time & Date]

    Device menu [Device Menu] Setting the date/time • When setting the hour or minute, [Time & Date] each time you press the F2 button the display changes between the AM/PM Set the date and time beforehand to enable and 24-hour clock formats. easier management of recorded files.

  • Page 79: Setting The Usb Connection [Usb Settings]

    Device menu [Device Menu] Setting the USB connection Restoring the default settings [USB Settings] [Reset Settings] The [PC] setting lets you connect the voice The [Reset Settings] function restores all recorder to a PC to transfer files. The [AC the voice recorder’s functions to their initial Adapter] setting lets you connect the voice (factory default) settings.

  • Page 80: Formatting A Recording Media [Format]

    Scan level: High Output: Earphone Checking voice recorder *1 WS-823 model only information [System Info.] *2 WS-823 and WS-822 models only *3 Function active only in [Recorder] mode. You can display voice recorder information *4 WS-821 model only from a menu screen.

  • Page 81: Fm Menu [Fm Menu]

    FM menu [ FM Menu] Selecting the FM radio output WS-823 model only [Output] You can select whether the sound of the FM Selecting the recording sound radio is output from the earphones or built-in quality [Rec Mode] speaker. This setting cannot be changed while recording from the radio.

  • Page 82: Extracting The Speaking Portions Of Files Of Spoken-Word Content [Voice Detect]

    [Voice Detect] The [Voice Detect] function extracts the speaking portions of a file of spoken-word content recorded by the voice recorder. Press the `OK button. WS-823 and WS-822 models only NOTE • The [Voice Detect] function can only be used in [Recorder] mode.

  • Page 83: Extracting The Speaking Portions Of Files Of Spoken-Word Content

    Extracting the speaking portions of files of spoken-word content [Voice Detect] Extracting the speaking portions of files of spoken-word content [Voice Detect] NOTE • The message [No file] appears if you select a folder that doesn’t contain a saved file. You must select a folder containing a file before you can perform the process.

  • Page 84: Moving/Copying Files [Move/Copy]

    Files saved in the internal memory or on a microSD card can be moved or copied within desired file movement/copying memory. method. WS-823 and WS-822 models only Before performing the move/ copy operation, first select the [Move to memory]: Moves one or more files saved in the...
  • Page 85 Moving/copying files [Move/Copy] Moving/copying files [Move/Copy] Press the +/– button to select the When [One file] was selected number of files to move or copy. 1 Press the +/– button to select the file to move or copy, then press the `OK button.
  • Page 86 Instead, select one of the subfolders as a percentage in the display. within the [Recorder] folder: Folders & • [File move completed] or [File copy to *, or the [FM Radio]* folder. completed] appears when the process * WS-823 model only has finished.

  • Page 87: Dividing Files [File Divide]

    NOTE Only MP3-format and PCM-format* files recorded on the voice recorder can be divided. * WS-823 and WS-822 models only Press the `OK button. Play the file to divide, and stop playback at the desired division point. • Press and hold the 9 or 0 button to fast-forward/rewind.
  • Page 88 Dividing files [File Divide] Dividing a file [File Divide] • After dividing a file, the first half of the file is given the name “File name_1” and the second half “File name_2”. NOTE • [File Divide] can be performed only when the file list is displayed.

  • Page 89: Setting The Usb Connection [Usb Settings]

    Setting the USB connection [USB Settings] Setting the USB connection [USB Settings] The [PC] setting lets you connect the voice recorder to a PC to transfer files. The [AC Adapter] setting lets you connect the voice recorder to a USB-connection AC adapter (model A514; optional) to charge the rechargeable battery.
  • Page 90 Setting the USB connection [USB Settings] Setting the USB connection [USB Settings] When [USB Connection] was selected When [USB Class] was selected Press the +/– button to select a Press the +/– button to select a setting. setting. [PC]: [Storage Class]: Select to connect the voice recorder Select to have the voice recorder to a PC.

  • Page 91: Formatting Recording Media [Format]

    Formatting recording media [Format] Formatting a recording media [Format] Formatting a recording media erases all existing files saved on it. Be sure to transfer all important files to a PC before formatting. Press the `OK button. While the voice recorder is in stop mode, press and hold the MENU/ SCENE button.
  • Page 92 Formatting recording media [Format] Formatting a recording media [Format] NOTE • Never format the voice recorder from a PC. • Formatting erases all the existing data, including locked files and read-only files. • If there is a microSD card in the voice recorder, make sure [Internal memory] or [microSD card] has been correctly selected as the recording media to...

  • Page 93: Use With A Pc

    PC using Windows Media Player or iTunes. * WS-823 and WS-822 models only • As well as a voice recorder and music player, you can use this device as a PC’s external memory device to save or read data from the PC (☞...
  • Page 94 PC operating environment PC connection precautions • When uploading or downloading a file to or from the voice recorder, data transfer will continue as long as the voice recorder’s LED indicator light is flashing, even if the PC data communication screen disappears. Never disconnect the USB connector before data communication has finished.

  • Page 95: Pc Connection/Disconnection

    USB hub may result in unstable operation. Do not use a USB hub if operation is unstable. • Use only a compatible Olympus USB • [Remote (Storage)] appears in the extension cable. Operation is not voice recorder’s display when the USB guaranteed if another manufacturer’s...

  • Page 96: Disconnecting The Voice Recorder From A Pc

    PC connection/disconnection Disconnecting the voice recorder from a PC Windows Macintosh On the task bar at the bottom- Drag-and-drop the removable right of the screen, click [ ] and disk icon for the voice recorder select [Safely remove USB Mass shown on the desktop to the Storage Device].

  • Page 97: Loading A File To A Pc

    [FOLDER_B], [FOLDER_C], [FOLDER_D] and [FOLDER_E]. Recorded audio files are displayed within these folders (for WS-823 model only, recordings from FM radio are saved in a folder labeled [FLD_FM]). You can copy voice recorder files to any folder on the PC.

  • Page 98: Usage As External Memory Of The Pc

    Usage as external memory of the PC Connecting the voice recorder to a PC lets you transfer voice recorder data to save in the PC, and vice-versa. Windows Macintosh Connect the voice recorder to the Connect the voice recorder to the PC (☞ P.95).

  • Page 99: Other Information

    [Recorder] mode. [Folder A] to [Folder E] (☞ P.21, P.24). Cannot record in this folder WS-823 model only Before recording, select one of the An attempt was made to record in folders from [Folder A] to [Folder E] the [FM Radio] folder.
  • Page 100 MP3- or WAV- This file can’t be divided. Select another file. format file recorded by the voice recorder. WS-823 model only Insert earphone Earphones that function as an Select FM radio mode after inserting antenna for listening to FM radio the earphone.

  • Page 101: Troubleshooting

    The maximum number of Select another folder (☞ P.23, P.24). recordable files has been reached. Unable to record WS-823 model only [Speaker] has been selected for Select [Earphone] for [Output] (☞ P.81). [Output] in the [FM Menu]. The earphones are connected to To output the playback through the built- the EAR jack.
  • Page 102 Redo the operation with the voice recorder fluorescent light during recording in a different location. or playback. WS-823 and WS-822 models only The [Voice Detect ] process has Use the [Voice Detect] function to extract Non-voice portions not been performed.
  • Page 103 [Earphone] has been selected for speaker, select [Speaker] for [Output] [Output]. (☞ P.81). WS-823 and WS-822 models only To use the rechargeable battery provided, select [Ni-MH] for [Battery]. Do not use [Alkaline] has been selected for the rechargeable battery at higher/lower [Battery].

  • Page 104: Recorder Care

    Recorder care s Exterior • Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the recorder is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the recorder with the damp cloth and then wipe it with a dry cloth. s Monitor •...

  • Page 105: Accessories (Optional)

    Accessories (optional) Accessories for Olympus voice recorders can be purchased directly from the Online Shop on the Olympus website. Availability of accessories differs depending on the country. ME51SW stereo microphone ME15 mono tie clip microphone (omnidirectional) Has a large-diameter built-in microphone for sensitive stereo recording.

  • Page 106: Copyright And Trademark Information

    Copyright law prohibits unauthorized reproduction of this manual, or unauthorized distribution of reproductions thereof. • Note that Olympus will assume no liability in the event of damages, lost earnings, or any claims from third parties resulting from improper use of the product.

  • Page 107: Safety Precautions

    If another card type is placed in the voice recorder by accident, do not try to pull it out by force. Contact an Olympus repair center or service center.
  • Page 108 Contact your place of purchase s When carrying or storing the or an Olympus repair center or service battery, always place it in the case center. (Do not touch the battery with bare hands when removing it. Remove the and protect its terminals.
  • Page 109 Do not use a battery with a 2 Have the voice recorder repaired by your scratched or damaged case. place of purchase or an Olympus service It may cause ruptures or overheating. center. Continued use may result in fire s Do not insert the battery with its or burns.
  • Page 110 • Note that Olympus will assume no liability • Do not store the voice recorder in humid for damages or lost earnings resulting or dusty locations.

  • Page 111: Specifications

    Specifications 4 Recording media * General items Internal NAND flash memory 4 Recording formats WS-823 model: 8 GB; WS-822 model: Linear PCM (pulse-code modulation) 4 GB; WS-821 model: 2 GB format (WS-823 and WS-822 models only) microSD card (Supports card capacities ranging from MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) format 2 to 32 GB.)

  • Page 112: During Playback

    WMA format 32 kbps 40 Hz to 13 kHz 8 kbps 40 Hz to 3 kHz *1 WS-823 and WS-822 models only *2 WS-821 model only 4 When recording with built-in stereo microphone 70 Hz to 20 kHz (frequency response...
  • Page 113 22 hours (approx.) WMA format 8 kbps 30 hours (approx.) 22 hours (approx.) * WS-823 and WS-822 models only 4 During FM radio mode (using internal memory; WS-823 model only) During earphone playback Alkaline dry cell Nickel-metal hydride Voice recorder status battery...
  • Page 114 Specifications NOTE • The battery life figures shown here were determined using an Olympus test method. Actual battery life figures will vary greatly according to the battery used and usage conditions. • Battery life will be shorter when using a nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery that has been used repeatedly.
  • Page 115 Specifications 4 WMA format Recording mode Recording media 32 kbps 8 kbps WS-823 model 505 hours (approx.) 1980 hours (approx.) (8 GB) Internal WS-822 model 257 hours (approx.) 1000 hours (approx.) memory (4 GB) WS-821 model 126 hours (approx.) 493 hours (approx.)
  • Page 116 32 kbps (approx.) 148 hours, 40 minutes 8 kbps (approx.) *1 WS-823 and WS-822 models only *2 WS-821 model only Note that voice recorder specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice for performance improvements or other upgrading.
  • Page 117 • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Only the OLYMPUS- supplied USB cable should be used to connect the equipment to USB enabled personal computers (PC).
  • Page 118 Our phone customer support is available Technical Support (USA): 24/7 online automated help: from 9 am to 9 pm (Monday to Friday) ET http://www.olympusamerica.com/ http://www.olympusamerica.com/ support contactus Phone customer support: Olympus software updates can be Tel.: 1-888-553-4448 (Toll-free) obtained at: http://www.olympusamerica.com/digital EN-BD3924-02 AP1309...

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