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LINEAR PCM RECORDER
LS-7
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.
Register your product on www.olympus-consumer.com/register
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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: Table Of Contents

    Formatting the recorder [Format] ...74 5 Using the recorder on your PC Operating environment ...77 Using Olympus Sonority ...79 Functions available in the Olympus Sonority ...79 Installing software ...80 Uninstalling software ...82 Copying voice guide data ...83 Upgrade function ...84 Using online help ...86...

  • Page 4: 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 5: Handling The Recorder

    Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or any other reasons is excluded from the Olympus’s liability.

  • Page 6: Battery Handling Precautions

    • If you notice anything unusual when using this product such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor: 1 remove the battery immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and; 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service.
  • Page 7 f Caution: • Please recycle batteries to help save our planet’s resources. When you throw away dead batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations. • Always charge a rechargeable battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Main features s Built-in 3-microphone system (high- sensitivity stereo microphones and center microphone). With a combination of the high- sensitivity stereo microphones and center microphone, balanced, wideband recordings from the high to low frequencies are enabled. s Utilizes a high sensitivity, low noise stereo microphone capable of faithfully capturing the original sound.
  • Page 9 • You can perform waveform editing, file joining, and file splitting. Main features s The “Olympus Sonority” can be upgraded to a “Olympus Sonority Plus”, which is equipped with a enhanced functionality (Optional) (☞ P.84).

  • Page 10: Checking The Contents Of The Box

    • Warranty differs depending on purchase location. Warranty card may not be included. 4 Attaching the strap: USB cable • Ni-MH Rechargeable batteries (2) • Olympus Sonority CD-ROM • INSTRUCTIONS • Warranty card Windscreen 4 Attaching the windscreen: • Start recording after attaching the windscreen (included within) to the microphone.

  • Page 11: Identification Of Parts

    Identification of parts & 1 Built-in stereo microphone (L/R) 2 Built-in center microphone 3 PEAK indicator light (LED) LED indicator light (LED) 4 Display (LCD panel) 5 F1 button MENU/SCENE button F2 button 6 STOP (4) button 7 + button 8 0 button 9 ERASE button 0 –...

  • Page 12: Display (Lcd Panel)

    Display (LCD panel) 4 [Recorder] mode display: Folder list display 1 Recording media indicator [l]: Built-in flash memory [m]: microSD card 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator 4 Folder name 5 Function guide indicator File list display 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator 4 File name...
  • Page 13 4 [Music] mode display: List display 1 When there are files and folders in the folder 1 Recording media indicator [l]: Built-in flash memory [m]: microSD card 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator 4 Folder name, File name 5 Function guide indicator List display 2 When there are only files in the folder...
  • Page 14 [«]: Timer [A]: Alarm [?]: Microphone Sensitivity [û]: VCVA [Æ]: Voice sync [ü]: Pre-recording [ù]: Rec Level • Remove the screen protector on the display. Identification of parts Icon display(For all modes) [0]: Low Cut Filter [≤]: Zoom Mic [%]: Noise Cancel [$]: Voice Filter [Ü] [á] [ [∞] EUPHONY...

  • Page 15: Power Supply

    Power supply Inserting batteries This recorder can be used with either Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries or AAA Alkaline Batteries. • When charging with the recorder, be sure to use the supplied Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (BR404). • The supplied rechargeable batteries are not fully charged. Before using the recorder or after long periods of disuse, it is recommended that you...

  • Page 16: Battery Settings

    Notes • Manganese batteries may not be used in this recorder. • When changing batteries, AAA alkaline batteries or Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are recommended. • Be sure to stop the recorder before replacing the batteries. Unloading the batteries while the recorder is in use may cause a malfunction such as corrupting the file, etc.

  • Page 17: Charging By Connecting To A Computer Via Usb

    Note • When playing a voice/music file, the recorder may be reset due to the reduction of the voltage output of the batteries depending on the volume level even if [º] is displayed in the battery indicator. In this case, lower the volume of the recorder.

  • Page 18: Connect To The Usb Connecting Ac Adapter (Optional) To Charge

    will be changed depending on the remaining amount and the state of batteries. Connect to the USB connecting AC adapter (optional) to charge It can be charged by connecting to the USB connecting AC adapter (A514) (optional). • Before connecting the AC adapter, switch the USB connection setting to [AC Adapter] (☞...
  • Page 19 • Do not charge the recorder with the USB hub connected. • Insert the supplied rechargeable battery and set [Battery] to [Ni-MH]. If [Battery] is set to [Alkaline], you cannot recharge (☞ P.16, P.61). • You cannot charge when [ ø ]*1 or [ √ ]*2 blinks.

  • Page 20: Turning On/Off The Power

    • When disposing rechargeable batteries, always observe the local laws and regulations. Contact your local recycling center for proper disposal methods. • If Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are not fully discharged, protect against short- circuiting (e.g. by taping the contacts) before disposing. Turning on/off the power When the recorder is not being used, turn the power off to reduce battery...

  • Page 21: 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. Set the recorder to HOLD mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the [HOLD] position.

  • Page 22: Setting Time And Date [Time & Date]

    Setting time and date [Time & Date] If you set the time and date beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automatically stored for each file. Setting the time and date beforehand enables easier file management. When you use the recorder for the first time after purchasing it, or when the batteries have been inserted without the device having...

  • Page 23: Changing The Time And Date

    Notes • If you press the ` OK button during the setup operation, the recorder will save the items that were set to that point. • After setup, a message will sound saying that If the guidance is not required, select [Off], and the screen goes into [Voice Guide] (☞...

  • Page 24: Inserting And Ejecting A Microsd Card

    Inserting and ejecting a microSD card The “microSD” indicated in the instruction manual refers to both microSD and microSDHC. With this recorder, besides the built-in memory, you can store the data in the commercially available microSD card. Inserting a microSD card While the recorder is during stop mode, open the card cover.

  • Page 25: Ejecting A Microsd Card

    • Releasing your finger quickly after pushing the microSD card inward may cause it to eject forcefully out of the slot. • Check the Olympus website regarding microSD cards which are confirmed operation with this recorder. • This recorder may not recognize correctly on some microSD cards which are not compatible with this recorder.

  • Page 26: [Home] Display Operations

    [Home] display operations You can use this recorder as a digital voice recorder, as well as a digital music player. Press the LIST button repeatedly to set the [Home] display. • [Home] will appear on the display. • When [Home] is displayed in the Function Guide display section, press the F1 button to return to the home screen.

  • Page 27: Notes On The Folders

    Notes on the folders The built-in memory or the microSD card can be used for the recording media. The voice files and the music files are separated into folders for voice recordings and folders for music playback that are organized in a branching tree-style and saved. About the folders for voice recordings [Folder A] - [Folder E] within the [Recorder] folder are the folders for voice recordings.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Selecting The Folders And Files

    Selecting the folders and files Change folders while the operation is stopped or during play. For information on the layered structure of the folders, see the section entitled “Notes on the folders” (☞ P.27). [Home] display Operation of the folders for music playbacks Folder list display (First layer)

  • Page 30: About Recording

    Recording Before starting recording, select a folder among [&] to [*]. These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder [&] might be used to store private information, while Folder ['] might be dedicated to holding business information.
  • Page 31 Press the STOP (4) button to stop recording. • [L] will appear on the display. f File length Notes • To ensure that you do not lose the beginning of the recording, confirm that the recording is activated by checking the recording indicator or the mode indicator in the display.
  • Page 32 Settings relating to Recording Select whether or not the [Mic Select] built-in center microphone is (☞ P.50) to be turned On or Off. [Mic Sense] Sets the recording sensitivity. (☞ P.50) [Rec Mode] Sets the recording rate for (☞ P.51) each recording format.

  • Page 33: Changing The Recording Scene [Rec Scene]

    Listening while audio is recorded 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. Connect the earphone to the EAR jack on the recorder.

  • Page 34: 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. The following table shows the recommended settings for some example recording conditions.

  • Page 35: 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 36 • When the external stereo microphone is used while [Rec Mode] is set to a monaural recording mode, it enables recording only with the L channel microphone (☞ P.51). 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...

  • Page 37: About Playback

    About playback Playback The recorder can play WAV, MP3 and WMA format files. To playback a file recorded with other machines, you need to transfer (copy) it from a computer. STOP (4) button + − button `OK button Select the file to be played back from the folder which contains it (☞...
  • Page 38 Settings relating to playback If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of [Noise Cancel] noisy surroundings, adjust (☞ P.57) the Noise Cancel setting level. The EUPHONY setting can [EUPHONY] be set to one of the 4 levels (☞ P.57) according to your preference.
  • Page 39 Forwarding While the recorder is during stop mode in the file display, press and hold the 9 button. • [ß] will appear on the display. • If you release the 9 button, it will stop. Press the `OK button to start playback from where it was stopped.
  • Page 40 Locating the beginning of a file While the recorder is during stop mode or playback mode, press the 9 button. • The recorder skips to the beginning of the next file. While the recorder is during playback mode, press the 0 button.

  • Page 41: Changing The Playback Speed

    Changing the playback speed Change the speed according to need such as listening to meeting content at a fast speed or reviewing spots that you couldn’t catch in a language lesson at a slow speed. The tone will be automatically adjusted digitally without changing the voice so it sounds natural.

  • Page 42: Setting An Index Mark Or A Temp Mark

    Index marks can only be placed on files created by Olympus voice recorders, but temp marks can be placed instead to temporarily remember desired locations.

  • Page 43: How To Begin Segment Repeat Playback

    How to begin segment repeat playback This function enables repeated playback of part of the file being played. F1 (A-B) button Select a file that has a segment you would like to play back repeatedly, and start playback. Press the F1 (A-B) button at the point you want to start segment repeat playback.

  • Page 44: Changing The Playback Scene [Play Scene]

    Canceling the segment repeat playback function Pressing any of the following buttons will release the segment repeat playback. a Press the F1 (CANCEL) button Pressing the F1 (CANCEL) button will release segment repeat playback, and it will return to normal playback mode. b Press the STOP (4) button Pressing the STOP (4) button will release segment repeat playback, and...

  • Page 45: Erasing

    Erasing Erasing files A selected file can be erased from a folder. Also, all files in a folder can be erased simultaneously. + − button `OK button ERASE button Select the file you want to erase (☞ P.29). While the recorder is during stop mode in the file display, press the ERASE button.

  • Page 46: Partially Erasing A File

    Press the + button to select [Start]. Press the `OK button. • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start. • [Erase Done] is displayed when the folder is erased. Partially erasing a file An unwanted part of a file can be erased. Only a PCM file recorded in the recorder can be partially erased.
  • Page 47 Press the ERASE button. • The display will switch to [Partial erasing !] and start the partial erase. The deletion is completed when [Partial erase completed.] is displayed. • Playback will stop at the end location of the partial erase. •...

  • Page 48: 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. While the recorder is during stop mode, press the MENU/SCENE button.
  • Page 49 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.

  • Page 50: File Menu

    + File Menu File Lock 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.45). [On]: Locks the file and prevents it from being erased.
  • Page 51 Rec Mode The recorder can record in the linear PCM format. High resolution recording at a high sampling rate and high bit rate equivalent or superior to that of a music CD is possible. Moreover, it also supports the MP3 and WMA formats. Select the recording format.
  • Page 52 • If too big sound is input, the noise may occur even if [Rec Level] is set to [Auto] or [Limiter ON]. Also, in certain cases the [PEAK] indicator light, which notifies large input, may not light. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.
  • Page 53 VCVA When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the threshold level. The VCVA feature extends recording time and conserves memory by stopping recording during silent periods, which helps the playback to be more efficient.
  • Page 54 V-Sync. Rec 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 voice sync recording is on and the input level falls below the voice sync level (detection level) for a period of at least the specified detection time, the recorder will return to the standby mode.
  • Page 55 Rec Scene You can save recording settings of your preference that will suit different recording scenes or situations. Select [Scene Select] or [Scene Save]. [Scene Select]: You can select a recording setting from among the previously saved settings. [Scene Save]: You can save up to 3 sets of menu settings relating to a current recording.
  • Page 56 Plug-inPower External microphones which are supported by plug in power can also be used. Whether or not to supply power to external microphones can be configured. [On]: When the plug-in power function is activated, power will be supplied to the connected external microphone. Select this when external microphones supported by plug-in power are connected (☞...

  • Page 57: Play Menu

    - Play Menu Noise Cancel If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of noisy surroundings, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. [High] [Low]: Enables the Noise Cancel function. Noise will be reduced in the file when it’s played back for better sound quality.
  • Page 58 Play Mode You can select the playback mode that fits your preference. Select the desired playback range: Select [Play Area]. Select [File], [Folder] or [All]. [File]: Selects the current file. [Folder] Selects the current folder. [All]: Selects all files in the current memory.
  • Page 59 Play Scene Voice files recorded in the recorder and music files downloaded from the PC can be saved in the playback settings of your choice to suit the different sound qualities and playback methods. Select [Scene Select] or [Scene Save]. [Scene Select]: Select a playback scene customized to your preferences.

  • Page 60: Lcd/Sound Menu

    . LCD/Sound Menu Backlight The display will remain lit for about 10 (Initial setting) seconds when a button on the recorder is pressed. Select [Lighting Time] or [Brightness]. Select the setting. When [Lighting Time] is selected: [Off]: Disables this function. [5seconds] [10seconds] [30seconds] [1minute]: Enables the Backlight function.

  • Page 61: Device Menu

    Battery Select to match the battery you are using. [Ni-MH] (õ): Select when using the Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (BR404). [Alkaline] (ú): Select when using alkaline batteries. Folder Name You can change the folder names of Folder &...
  • Page 62 [Skip Space] [Forward Skip] [Reverse Skip] [Alarm] [Play Scene] [Reverb] . LCD/Sound Menu: [Backlight] [Lighting Time] [Brightness] [Contrast] [LED] [Beep] [Language(Lang)] [Voice Guide] [On/Off] [Speed] [Volume Speaker] [Volume 3] [Intro Play] / Device Menu: [Memory Select] [Power Save] [Battery] [USB Settings] [USB Connect] [USB Class] Format...

  • Page 63: Rearranging Files [Replace]

    Rearranging files [Replace] 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. F2 button + − button `OK button Select the folder for which you would like to rearrange the file order (☞...

  • Page 64: Moving/Copying Files [File Move/Copy]

    Moving/Copying files [File Move/Copy] Files saved in the built-in memory or the microSD card can be moved or copied within the memory. Files can also be moved or copied between memory. Select the folder where the file you want to move or copy is saved (☞...
  • Page 65 When you select [1file]: 1 Press the + or − button to select the file you want to move or copy. 2 Press the `OK button to select the file. When you select [Selected files]: 1 Press the + or − button to select the file you want to move or copy.

  • Page 66: Dividing Files [File Divide]

    Dividing files [File Divide] Files with large capacities and long recording times can be divided so that they are easier to manage and edit. Only MP3 files and PCM files recorded on this recorder can be divided. Stop playback at the divide position.

  • Page 67: Timer Recording [Timer Rec]

    • If a file has an extremely short recording time, it may not be divided even if it is a MP3 file or PCM file. • Do not remove the battery while dividing a file. This may damage the data. Timer recording [Timer Rec] Timer recording is the function to execute a recording at a set time.
  • Page 68 [Time] setting: 1 Press the 9 or 0 button to select "Hour" and "Minute" in the [Start Time] and "Hour" and "Minute" in the [Stop Time]. 2 Press the + or – button to set. 3 Press the `OK button to exit [Time] selection.

  • Page 69: Alarm Playback Function [Alarm]

    • If the batteries run out while recording based on the timer setting, the recorder will stop recording. Check the battery power before starting the timer recording. • If the [Time & Date] is not correct, timer recording cannot be set at the specified time, so make sure the [Time &...
  • Page 70 Press the + or − button to select the item to set. • Select items you want to set from among [On/Off] [Day] [Start Time] [Volume] [Alarm Sound] [Playback File]. Press the `OK button to move to the respective setting. [On/Off] setting: 1 Press the + or –...
  • Page 71 When the data has been erased by accident, connect to PC and copy the alarm sound data to the recorder by using the supplied "Olympus Sonority" (☞ P.83).

  • Page 72: Guidance [Voice Guide]

    PC and copy the guide data to the recorder by using supplied “Olympus Sonority” (☞ P.83). • Set the volume of the starting tune/ closing tune at the guidance [Volume] setting.

  • Page 73: Changing The Usb Class [Usb Settings]

    Changing the USB class [USB Settings] 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. F2 button + − button `OK button Select [USB Settings] from the menu on the [Device Menu].

  • Page 74: Formatting The Recorder [Format]

    Press the ` OK button to complete the setting. Press the F2 (EXIT) button to close the menu screen. Notes • When you first connect the recorder to your PC as an external storage device, the driver for the recorder will be automatically installed in your PC.
  • Page 75 Press the + button to select [Start]. Press the `OK button. • After [Data will be cleared] message is on for two seconds, [Start] and [Cancel] will turn on. Press the + button again to select [Start]. Menu setting method Press the `OK button.
  • Page 76 • If you format the recorder (☞ P.74), voice guide data will be erased as well. If you want to recover the voice guide data, connect to a PC and copy the guide data to the recorder by using supplied “Olympus Sonority” (☞ P.83). Menu setting method...

  • Page 77: Using The Recorder On Your Pc

    • Voice files recorded on the recorder can be played and managed on the PC using the “Olympus Sonority”. If an upgrade (Optional) to the “Olympus Sonority Plus” is executed or a Music Editing Plug-in is added (Optional), various additional functions can be utilized (☞ P.84).
  • Page 78 Windows and Finder in Macintosh are different from the folder names that can be set with the recorder or the “Olympus Sonority”. • If folders or files stored on the recorder are moved or renamed by using a file management tool in Windows or Macintosh, the order of files may be changed or files may become unrecognizable.

  • Page 79: Using Olympus Sonority

    Using Olympus Sonority Functions available in the Olympus Sonority Various functions such as file management and editing are installed in the “Olympus Sonority”. For information on operating procedures and detailed settings, please refer to the respective items on online help (☞ P.86).

  • Page 80: Installing Software

    Installing software Before you connect the recorder to your PC and use it, you must first install the “Olympus Sonority” software from the included Software CD. Be sure to confirm the following before installation: • Exit all running applications. • You need to log on as an Administrator.

  • Page 81: Using Olympus Sonority 79

    [Start Installation] • When the installation is completed, the completed [Installer] display will be displayed. • After starting up the “Olympus Sonority”, the serial number entry dialog box will appear. Enter the serial number which is listed on the separate sheet. After entering, click [OK] and the “Olympus Sonority”...

  • Page 82: Uninstalling Software

    Uninstalling software To uninstall any of the software component of the “Olympus Sonority” software installed on your PC, follow the steps below. Windows Exit “Olympus Sonority”. Select [Control Panel] from [Start] menu. Click [Add/Remove programs] in the control panel window.

  • Page 83: Copying Voice Guide Data

    Copying voice guide data If you format the recorder and erase data by mistake, you can copy the voice guide data from "Olympus Sonority" to the recorder. Make sure that the recorder’s voice guide is set to [On]. • If the recorder’s voice guide is set to [Off] the voice guide data cannot be copied.

  • Page 84: Upgrade Function

    The "Olympus Sonority" can be upgraded to the Plus Version (Optional) to expand and improve its functions. In addition, in the "Olympus Sonority Plus", you can purchase a Music Editing Plug-in to enjoy high-quality effect editing. To add a Music Editing Plug-in, you will need to upgrade the "Olympus Sonority Plus".
  • Page 85 Functions available with the music editing plug-in: By purchasing a music editing plug-in, you can add high-quality functions to expand the music editing range in the “Olympus Sonority Plus”. For detailed purchasing method and operating procedures, please refer to the Online Help (☞ P.86).

  • Page 86: Using Online Help

    Using online help To open Online Help: • While “Olympus Sonority” is running, select [Contents] from the [Olympus Sonority Help] menu. 4 Search by contents: Once the Online Help display appears, click the Contents tab. Double-click the desired topic heading.

  • Page 87: Connecting To Your Pc

    Connecting to your PC Before you connect the recorder to your PC and use it, you must first install the “Olympus Sonority” software from the included Software CD (☞ P.80). Boot the PC. Connect the USB cable to the USB port of the PC.

  • Page 88: 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 89: Transfer The Voice Files To Your Pc

    • In the Mac OS operational environment, WMA format files cannot be played back. • In a Windows standard environment, 24-bit wav-format files cannot be played. Use “Olympus Sonority” for playback of such files. Folder A Folder B Folder C...

  • Page 90: Using As External Memory Of The Pc

    Using as external memory of the PC In addition to its uses as a voice recorder and a music player, this recorder can also be used as external memory for a computer by storing data from a computer and reading it back out. With the recorder connected to your PC, you can download data from the memory to your PC and upload data stored on your PC to the memory.

  • Page 91: Other Information

    (☞ P.45). This is a malfunction, so go to the store where you purchased the Error in the memory. recorder or an Olympus service station for repair (☞ P.102). Remove the microSD microSD card is not card, and put it again recognized correctly.
  • Page 92 Message Meaning [Can’t make the system file. Connect The management file to PC and delete cannot be created. unnecessary file] File which cannot be [Cannot play this file] played. [Please Select The Unselected File File] [Same folder. Can't File cannot be moved be moved(copied).] (copied).

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause The batteries are not loaded properly. Nothing appears on Battery power is getting low. the display The power is off. Battery power is getting low. Won’t start The power is off. The recorder is in HOLD mode. Low remaining memory.
  • Page 94 Symptom Probable cause The connected external microphone is monaural. Voice files are not recorded in stereo [Rec Mode] is set to a monaural recording mode. [Zoom Mic] is set to the + side. Cannot find the Wrong folder. recorded Voice File The recorder was shaken during recording.
  • Page 95 Symptom Probable cause The maximum number of marks has been reached. Unable to set index The file is locked. marks, temp marks The file is read-only. [Battery] is set to [Alkaline]. Cannot recharge You have not pressed the `OK button. [USB Class] is set to [Composite].

  • Page 96: 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 Stereo microphone: ME51S The built-in large-diameter microphone enables sensitive stereo recording.

  • Page 97: Specifications

    ø 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 8 Ω or more 4 Input power requirement: Batteries: AAA battery (LR03) or Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable battery External power supply: USB connecting AC adapter(A514) 5 V 4 External dimensions: 112 mm × 39.8 mm × 15.9 mm...
  • Page 98 Frequency response: 4 During recording mode (Microphone jack): Linear PCM format 96 kHz 24 bit 88.2 kHz 24 bit 48 kHz 16 bit 44.1 kHz 16 bit 44.1 kHz mono MP3 format 320 kbps 256 kbps 128 kbps mono WMA format 128 kbps 64 kbps 32 kbps...
  • Page 99 MP3 format 320 kbps 128 kbps WMA format mono Note • Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the conditions of use. Specifications Built-in stereo microphone Earphone playback (During recording mode) (During playback mode) 30h.
  • Page 100 Guide to recording times The following values are strictly references. 4 Linear PCM format: Recording mode 96 kHz 24 bit 88.2 kHz 24 bit 48 kHz 16 bit 44.1 kHz 16 bit 44.1 kHz mono 4 MP3 format: Recording mode 320 kbps 256 kbps 128 kbps...
  • Page 101 Maximum recording time per file • The maximum capacity for a single file is limited to approx. 4 GB for WMA and MP3. • Regardless of the memory remaining amount, the longest sound recording time per file is restricted to the following value.

  • Page 102: 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 103 OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. Shinjuku Monolith, 3-1 Nishi-Shinjuku 2-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-0914, Japan. Tel. +81 (0)3-3340-2111 http://www.olympus.com OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC. 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A. Tel. 1-888-553-4448 http://www.olympusamerica.com EN-BD3008-01 AP1012...

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