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.
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Table of contents Introduction Safety precautions ............................................ 4 1 Getting started Main features .................................................... 8 Checking the contents of the box ......................10 Identification of parts ......................................11 Display (LCD panel)..................................................12 Power supply....................................................15 Inserting batteries .............................................
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. To protect yourself and others from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided.
Safety precautions • When attaching this recorder to a tripod, be sure to rotate only the screw of the tripod in the tripod socket of this recorder. Never rotate the recorder. Warning regarding data loss: • Recorded content in memory may be destroyed or erased by operating mistakes, unit malfunction, or during repair work. It is recommended to back up and save important content to other media such as a computer hard disk.
Safety precautions • In places subject to extremely cold temperatures, the temperature of the recorder’s body may be lower than the environmental temperature. If possible, wear gloves when handling the recorder in cold temperatures. Battery handling precautions Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns. f Danger: • Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other nonrechargeable batteries.
Safety precautions 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. • Rechargeable battery have limited lifetime.
Getting started Main features 1 Main features EN 8 s Built-in 3-microphone system (highsensitivity stereo microphones and center microphone). With a combination of the highsensitivity 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.
Main features s The “Olympus Sonority” can be upgraded to a “Olympus Sonority Plus”, which is equipped with a enhanced functionality (Optional) (☞ P.84). In addition to the “Olympus Sonority” functions, editing of MP3 files and creation of music CDs can be performed. s This recorder is compatible with USB 2.0, enabling fast data transfer to a computer. s It has a USB charging function (☞ P.17). s It has a backlight full-dot display (LCD panel).
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. 1 Checking the contents of the box Voice Recorder 10 Strap • Ni-MH Rechargeable batteries (2) • Olympus Sonority CD-ROM • INSTRUCTIONS • Warranty card Windscreen Carrying case • Contents may vary depending on purchase location. • Warranty differs depending on purchase location. Warranty card may not be included.
Identification of parts 1 2 3 9 0 1 * @ ) - # $ % ^ & 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 – button ! MIC (Microphone) jack @ Card cover # REC (s) (Record) button Recording indicator light (LED) = q Identification of parts 5 6 7 8 ( ! 4 w $ `OK button % 9 button ^ Strap hole & LIST button * Tripo
Identification of parts Display (LCD panel) 4 [Recorder] mode display: Folder list display 1 2 File display 3 Identification of parts 4 7 5 4 8 9 0 ! @ 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator 4 Folder name 5 Function guide indicator File list display 1 2 3 4 5 12 2 5 6 [l]: Built-in flash memory [m]: microSD card EN 1 3 1 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator 4 File name 5 Function guide indicator 1 Recording media indicator 2
Identification of parts 4 [Music] mode display: List display 1 1 File display 2 1 3 2 3 4 ! @ # $ 0 5 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 1 2 3 4 5 When there are only files in the folder 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator 4 File name 5 Function guide indicator 1 Rec
Identification of parts Icon display(For all modes) 1 [«]: Timer [A]: Alarm [?]: Microphone Sensitivity [û]: VCVA [Æ]: Voice sync [ü]: Pre-recording [ù]: Rec Level Identification of parts • Remove the screen protector on the display.
Power supply Inserting batteries This recorder can be used with either Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries or AAA Alkaline Batteries. 2 Insert size-AAA batteries, observing the correct = and - polarities. • 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 continuously charge them until full (☞ P.17).
Power supply 1 Power supply 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.
Power supply 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. 3 While the recorder is during stop mode or turned off, connect the USB cable to the connecting terminal on the bottom of the recorder.
Power supply will be changed depending on the remaining amount and the state of batteries. Connect to the USB connecting AC adapter (optional) to charge 1 It can be charged by connecting to the USB connecting AC adapter (A514) (optional). 3 While the recorder is during stop mode or turned off, connect the USB cable to the connecting terminal on the bottom of the recorder. To the USB connector Power supply • Before connecting the AC adapter, switch the USB connection setting to [AC Adapter] (☞ P.73).
Power supply Cautions concerning the rechargeable batteries Read the following descriptions carefully when you use the Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. Discharging: The rechargeable batteries self-discharge while this is not in use. Be sure to charge them regularly before use. Operating temperature: The rechargeable batteries are chemical products. The rechargeable batteries efficiency may fluctuate even when operating within the recommended temperature range. This is an inherent nature of such products.
Power supply 1 • 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 shortcircuiting (e.g. by taping the contacts) before disposing. Power supply Turning on/off the power When the recorder is not being used, turn the power off to reduce battery consumption to a minimum.
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. Exit HOLD mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the A position. 1 HOLD • After [Hold] appears on the display, the recorder is set to HOLD mode.
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. 1 Setting time and date When you use the recorder for the first time after purchasing it, or when the batteries have been inserted without the device having been used in a long time, the [Set Time & Date] will appear. When the “Hour” is flashing, conduct the setup from Step 1.
Setting time and date [Time & 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] (☞ P.72) setup. If you don’t want the guidance feature, select [Off]. 2 Press the + or − button to select [Device Menu] tab. • You can change the menu display by moving the settings tab cursor.
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 1 Inserting and ejecting a microSD card 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, open the card cover. • Inserting the microSD card in the wrong way or at an angle could damage the contact area or cause the microSD card to jam.
Inserting and ejecting a microSD card Ejecting a microSD card 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, open the card cover. 2 Push the microSD card inward to unlock it, and let it eject partially. 3 Close the card cover securely. Notes • 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.
[Home] display operations You can use this recorder as a digital voice recorder, as well as a digital music player. 1 + − button `OK button [Home] display operations LIST button 3 Press the `OK button. When [Recorder] is selected: The recorder will go into [Recorder] mode. You will be able to record and playback files recorded by the recorder (☞ P.30, P.37). 1 Press the LIST button repeatedly to set the [Home] display. • [Home] will appear on the display.
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. When recording with this recorder, select any one of the five folders and then record.
Notes on the folders 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 (☞ P.63).
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).
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. 2 Recording 3 Press the REC (s) button to start recording. REC (s) button STOP (4) button 1 Select the recording folder (☞ P.27). 2 Press the REC (s) button to prepare recording.
Recording 4 Press the STOP (4) button to stop recording. • [L] will appear on the display. f f File length The recording will continue even if the volume of a single file exceeds 2 GB in the linear PCM format recording. • The file is saved every 2 GB in separate files. It will be treated as multiple files when playing back. • When the recording exceeds 2 GB, the number of files in the folder may exceed 200 files.
Recording Settings relating to Recording 2 Recording EN 32 Pause While the recorder is during recording mode, press the REC (s) button. [Mic Select] (☞ P.50) Select whether or not the built-in center microphone is to be turned On or Off. [Mic Sense] (☞ P.50) Sets the recording sensitivity. [Rec Mode] (☞ P.51) Sets the recording rate for each recording format. [Rec Level] (☞ P.51) You can configure whether to adjust the recording level automatically or to adjust it manually. [Zoom Mic] (☞ P.
Recording 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. • After recording has started, you can hear the sound being recorded through the earphone.
Recording 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. Recommended settings Recording condition 2 [Rec Mode] (☞ P.51) Lectures in large rooms [Mic Sense] (☞ P.
Recording 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. Recording with external microphone: Highly sensitive noise-cancellation monaural microphone (unidirectional): ME52W This microphone is used to record sound at a distance while minimizing surrounding noise.
Recording • 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: 2 Recording 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.
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. 3 Press the + or − button to adjust to a comfortable listening volume. STOP (4) button + − button `OK button 4 Press the STOP (4) button at any point you want to stop playback. 1 Select the file to be played back from the folder which contains it (☞ P.29). 2 Press the `OK button to start playback. • [•] will appear on the display.
Playback Settings relating to playback 3 Playback EN 38 [Noise Cancel] (☞ P.57) If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of noisy surroundings, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. [EUPHONY] (☞ P.57) The EUPHONY setting can be set to one of the 4 levels according to your preference. [Voice Filter] (☞ P.57) The recorder has a Voice Filter Function to cut low and high frequency tones during normal, fast, or slow playback, and enable clear audio playback. [Play Mode] (☞ P.
Playback Forwarding While the recorder is during stop mode in the file display, press and hold the 9 button. Rewinding While the recorder is during stop mode in the file display, press and hold the 0 button. 3 • [™] will appear on the display. • If you release the 0 button, it will stop. Press the `OK button to start playback from where it was stopped. While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 9 button. While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 0 button.
Playback Locating the beginning of a file 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. 3 While the recorder is during stop mode or playback mode, press the 9 button.
Playback 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. 3 Press the ` OK button. a a Playback speed indicator • Even if playback is stopped, the changed playback speed will be retained. The next playback will be at that speed.
Playback Setting an index mark or a temp mark If index marks and temp marks are 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 only be placed on files created by Olympus voice recorders, but temp marks can be placed instead to temporarily remember desired locations.
Playback How to begin segment repeat playback This function enables repeated playback of part of the file being played. 3 Press the F1 (A-B) button again at the position where you want to end segment repeat playback. • The recorder continuously plays back the segment until the segment repeat playback is canceled. F1 (A-B) button 3 Playback 1 Select a file that has a segment you would like to play back repeatedly, and start playback.
Playback Canceling the segment repeat playback function Pressing any of the following buttons will release the segment repeat playback. Changing the playback scene [Play Scene] If you register your preferred playback setting as a playback scene, you can easily select the setting later (☞ P.59). MENU/SCENE button + − button `OK button 3 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.
Erasing 6 Press the `OK button. Erasing files A selected file can be erased from a folder. Also, all files in a folder can be erased simultaneously. • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start. • [Erase Done] is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers will be reassigned automatically. + − button `OK button 3 ERASE button Erasing 1 Select the file you want to erase (☞ P.29). 2 While the recorder is during stop mode in the file display, press the ERASE button.
Erasing 3 Press the + button to select [Start]. 4 Press the `OK button. 3 • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start. • [Erase Done] is displayed when the folder is erased. Erasing 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. 2 In the starting position of the partial erase, press the ERASE button.
Erasing 4 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. • If you do not press the ERASE button within 8 seconds, the partial erase operation will be canceled and the recorder will return to playback mode. 3 Erasing Notes • You cannot recover a file once it has been erased. Please check carefully before erasing.
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. 3 Press the `OK button to move the cursor to the item to set. MENU/SCENE button F2 button + − button `OK button 4 Press the + or − button to move to the item you want to set. 4 Menu setting method 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, press the MENU/SCENE button. • The menu will appear on the display.
Menu setting method 7 Press the `OK button to complete the setting. • You will be informed that the settings have been established via the screen. 4 Setting menu during recording: Function Setting [Mic Sense] [Rec Level] [Zoom Mic] [Low Cut Filter] [VCVA] To menu item options [Rec Monitor] [Plug-in Power] • Pressing the 0 button without pressing the `OK button will cancel the settings and return you to the previous screen.
Menu setting method + 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. [Off]: Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased. Replace See “Rearranging files [Replace]” (☞ P.63). 4 File Move/Copy Menu setting method See “Moving/Copying files [File Move/ Copy]” (☞ P.64). File Divide See “Dividing files [File Divide]” (☞ P.66).
Menu setting method 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. 1 Select the recording format. 2 Select the recording rate. • • • • • When [PCM] is selected: [96 kHz/24 bit] to [44.
Menu setting method • 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. • The level can be adjusted from [01] to [16]. The higher the number, the higher the level and the larger the indicator position on the level meter.
Menu setting method 2 Press the 9 or 0 button to adjust the start/stop actuation level. 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.
Menu setting method 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. 1 Select [On] or [Off]. 4 [On]: Enables the Voice sync recording function. [Off]: Disables this function.
Menu setting method Rec Scene You can save recording settings of your preference that will suit different recording scenes or situations. When [Scene Select] is selected: 4 Select a recording scene. 1 Select [Scene Select] or [Scene Save]. When [Scene Save] is selected: 2 Set the recording settings according to your preferences. Rec Monitor Select whether or not to output audio while recording from the earphone jack. [On]: Enables the recording monitor function. Sound will be output from the EAR jack.
Menu setting method Plug-inPower 4 Menu setting method 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 (☞ P.35). [Off]: Disables this function.
Menu setting method - Play Menu Noise Cancel EUPHONY This recorder is equipped with “EUPHONY MOBILE”, the latest in surround sound systems which combines bandwidth correction, expansion technology, and virtual acoustical source processing technology. In addition to its natural, expansive feel, the recorder is equipped with the exceptional feature wherein listeners are less prone to developing a compressed or closed-in feel, or to growing tired over extended listening.
Menu setting method Play Mode You can select the playback mode that fits your preference. Select the desired playback range: 1 Select [Play Area]. 2 Select [File], [Folder] or [All]. [File]: Selects the current file. [Folder] Selects the current folder. [All]: Selects all files in the current memory. Select the desired playback mode: 1 Select [Repeat] or [Random]. 4 Menu setting method EN 58 [Repeat]: Sets to repeat playback mode. [Random]: Sets to random playback mode. 2 Select [On] or [Off].
Menu setting method 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. When [Scene Select] is selected: 4 Select a playback scene. 1 Select [Scene Select] or [Scene Save]. To check the settings : On the [Scene Select] display, select a playback scene using the + and − buttons, and press the 9 button. Press the 0 button to return to the [Scene Select] display.
Menu setting method . LCD/Sound Menu Backlight The display will remain lit for about 10 (Initial setting) seconds when a button on the recorder is pressed. 1 Select [Lighting Time] or [Brightness]. 2 Select the setting. 4 Menu setting method When [Lighting Time] is selected: [Off]: Disables this function. [5seconds] [10seconds] [30seconds] [1minute]: Enables the Backlight function. When [Brightness] is selected: [High] [Low]: Sets the brightness of the backlight when lit.
Menu setting method / Device Menu Memory Select When a microSD card is inserted you can select to record to either the built-in memory or to the microSD card (☞ P.24). [Built-in Memory]: Built-in memory. [microSD Card]: microSD card. Power Save 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.
Menu setting method [Skip Space] [Forward Skip] [Reverse Skip] [Alarm] [Play Scene] [Reverb] [File Skip] [File Skip] [Off] [Off] [Off] .
Menu setting method Rearranging files [Replace] 5 Press the + or − button to select the location to move it to. 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 • For details on how to enter the menu settings, see “Menu setting method” (☞ P.48). 3 Press the + or − button to select the file you want to move. • If there are more files to move, repeat Steps 3 through 6.
Menu setting method 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. F2 button + − button `OK button 4 Menu setting method 1 Select the folder where the file you want to move or copy is saved (☞ P.29). 2 Select [File Move/Copy] from the menu on the [File Menu].
Menu setting method When you select [1file]: 8 Press the F2 (GO) button. 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. 2 Press the `OK button to check the file(s) selected.
Menu setting method Dividing files [File Divide] Files with large capacities and long recording times can be divided so that they are easier to manage and edit. 3 Press the + button to select [Start]. F2 button + − button `OK button 4 Menu setting method 1 Stop playback at the divide position. • While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 9 or 0 button to fast-forward or rewind. • It is useful to set index marks on marking in advance at the divide position.
Menu setting method • 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. 4 Press the + or − button to select the item to set. Timer recording [Timer Rec] Timer recording is the function to execute a recording at a set time. You can program up to three desired settings (Preset 1-3) ([On/Off], [Day], [Time], [Rec Mode], [Folder], and [Mic Sense]).
Menu setting method [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. [Rec Mode] setting: 4 Menu setting method Regardless of the regular [Rec Mode] (☞ P.51), timer recording will start in a set recording mode. 1 Press the + or – button to select a recording mode. 2 Press the `OK button.
Menu setting method • 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 & Date] is correct before setting timer recording. If it is not correct, reset [Time & Date] (☞ P.23).
Menu setting method 4 Press the + or − button to select the item to set. [Start Time] setting: 1 Press the 9 or 0 button to select "Hour" and "Minute" in the [Start Time]. 2 Press the + or – button to set. 3 Press the `OK button to exit [Start Time] selection. [Volume] setting: • Select items you want to set from among [On/Off] [Day] [Start Time] [Volume] [Alarm Sound] [Playback File]. 4 Menu setting method EN 70 5 Press the `OK button to move to the respective setting.
Menu setting method • Select the folder using the + or – buttons and press the `OK button to move to file selection. Use the + or – button to select the file in the same way. 2 Press the `OK button to exit [Playback File] selection. 6 Press + or − button to select [Finish]. When setting to [ON] • Programmed settings will be applied and the display will return to the preset number selection menu. • To set other preset numbers, repeat the abovementioned procedure.
Menu setting method Guidance [Voice Guide] This feature gives audio announcements of recorder operating conditions. Adjust the speed and the volume of guidance announcements. [On/Off] setting: 1 Press the + or – button to select between [On] and [Off]. [On]: Guidance will be provided. [Off]: Guidance will be canceled. 2 Press the `OK button to exit [On/Off] selection.
Menu setting method 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. When [USB Connect] is selected: 4 Press the + or − button to change the setting. F2 button + − button `OK button • For details on how to enter the menu settings, see “Menu setting method” (☞ P.48). 2 Press the + or − button to select [USB Connect] or [USB Class].
Menu setting method 7 Press the ` OK button to complete the setting. 8 Press the F2 (EXIT) button to close the menu screen. 4 Menu setting method 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. • The PC cannot recognize when the recorder is connected to the PC when setting for the [USB Connect] is set to [AC Adapter].
Menu setting method 4 Press the + button to select [Start]. 7 Press the `OK button. • Formatting begins and [Format !] flashes on the display. 5 Press the `OK button. • After [Data will be cleared] message is on for two seconds, [Start] and [Cancel] will turn on. 4 6 Press the + button again to select [Start]. 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.
Menu setting method 4 Menu setting method EN 76 • It may take over 10 seconds to complete processing. Never perform operations such as the following while processing, as they may damage the data. In addition, replace the battery with a new one in order to ensure that the battery will not run out while processing. 1 Disconnecting the AC Adapter while processing. 2 Removing the battery while processing. 3 Remove the microSD card during processing when [microSD Card] is being used as the recording media.
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”. 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).
Operating environment Macintosh Operating System: Mac OS X 10.4.11 - 10.6 CPU: PowerPC® G5 or Intel Multicore Processor 1.5 GHz or above RAM: 512 MB or more Hard drive space: 300 MB or more Drive: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM drive Browser: Macintosh Safari 2.0 or later 5 Operating environment EN 78 Display: 1024 x 768 pixels or more, 32,000 colors or more (16,770,000 colors or more is recommended) USB port: One or more free ports Others: • Audio device • Environment where the Internet can be utilized.
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). Changing the file format to other format: * The current file format can be changed to other formats. Joining files: * In “Olympus Sonority” , designated multiple voice files can be joined and one voice file can be created.
Using Olympus Sonority 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. Windows 1 Insert “Olympus Sonority” into the CD-ROM drive. • The installation program will start automatically. Once the program starts, jump to step 4.
Using Olympus Sonority Macintosh 1 Insert “Olympus Sonority” into the CD-ROM drive. • Proceed to step 3 when the content of CD-ROM is displayed, and go to steps 2 and 3 when nothing is displayed. • You must accept the terms of the licensing agreement to install “Olympus Sonority”. After checking the [Agree] box, click [Next]. • The installation destination can be changed. Click [Next] if you do not want to change (Select [Change Installation Destination] if you want to change).
Using Olympus Sonority Uninstalling software To uninstall any of the software component of the “Olympus Sonority” software installed on your PC, follow the steps below. Windows 5 1 Exit “Olympus Sonority”. 2 Select [Control Panel] from [Start] menu. 3 Click [Add/Remove programs] in the control panel window. 4 When the installed application list is displayed, select [Olympus Sonority]. 5 Click [Change/Remove]. 6 Confirmation of deleting the file.
Using Olympus Sonority 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. 1 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. 2 Connect the recorder to a PC. • For how to connect to a computer, see [Connecting to your PC] (☞ P.87). 3 Start "Olympus Sonority".
Using Olympus Sonority 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". Purchase and upgrade How to purchase "Olympus Sonority Plus" and upgrade from "Olympus Sonority" is shown in the following procedures.
Using Olympus Sonority Functions available in the Olympus Sonority Plus: Functions available with the music editing plug-in: Besides the usual functions, the “Olympus Sonority Plus” also includes various functions to edit music files. For information on operating procedures and detailed settings, please refer to the Online Help (☞ P.86). By purchasing a music editing plug-in, you can add high-quality functions to expand the music editing range in the “Olympus Sonority Plus”.
Using Olympus Sonority Using online help To open Online Help: • While “Olympus Sonority” is running, select [Contents] from the [Olympus Sonority Help] menu. 4 Search by contents: 1 Once the Online Help display appears, click the Contents tab. 2 Double-click the icon of the desired topic heading. 3 Double-click the icon of the desired topic. 2 3 • An explanation of the topic is displayed. 5 4 Search by keyword: Using Olympus Sonority 1 Open Online Help and click the [Index] item.
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). 1 Boot the PC. 2 Connect the USB cable to the USB port of the PC. 3 While the recorder is during stop mode or turned off, connect the USB cable to the connecting terminal on the bottom of the recorder. Notes • Before connecting the USB cable, exit HOLD mode. • Refer to the user’s manual for your PC regarding the USB port on your PC.
Connecting to your PC Disconnecting from your PC Windows 1 Click [ ] on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. 5 Connecting to your PC EN 88 • 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. 2 Confirm that the recorder LED indicator light is gone before disconnecting the USB cable.
Transfer the voice files to your PC The 5 voice folders of this recorder are named as [Folder A], [Folder B], [Folder C], [Folder D] and [Folder E], and the recorded voice files are saved in these folders. Windows 1 Connect the recorder to your PC (☞ P.87). 2 Open the Explorer window. • When you connect the recorder to Windows and open [My Computer], it will be recognized by the drive name of the product name. Inserting a microSD card will allow you to use it as [Removable Disk].
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. Windows 1 Connect the recorder to your PC (☞ P.87). 2 Open the Explorer window.
Other information Alarm message list Message Meaning Explanation Action [Battery Low] Low battery power. Battery power is getting low. Charge the batteries or replace with new batteries (☞ P.15, P.17). [File Protected] Erase-locked. Tried to delete a locked file. Unlock the file (☞ P.50). [Cannot record in this Not an audio-recording folder] folder. Select a folder from Recording has been among [&] to [*] and try attempted with a [Music] recording again (☞ P.26, folder. P.29).
Alarm message list Message 6 Alarm message list EN 92 Meaning Explanation Action [Can’t make the system file. Connect to PC and delete unnecessary file] The management file cannot be created. The file for management cannot be created due to a shortage of capacity for remaining memory. Connect the recorder to a computer and delete any unnecessary files. [Cannot play this file] File which cannot be played. Incompatible format. Please confirm the file that can be played on this recorder (☞ P.40).
Troubleshooting Symptom Nothing appears on the display Won’t start Unable to record Unable to record through an external microphone Recording level too low Recording level too high Action The batteries are not loaded properly. Verify that the batteries’ polarities = and - are correct (☞ P.15). Battery power is getting low. Charge the batteries or replace with new batteries (☞ P.15, P.17). The power is off. Turn the power on (☞ P.20). Battery power is getting low.
Troubleshooting Symptom Voice files are not recorded in stereo Cannot find the recorded Voice File Probable cause Action The connected external microphone is monaural. When recording while an external monaural microphone is connected, sound will only be recorded by the L-channel. [Rec Mode] is set to a monaural recording mode. Set [Rec Mode] to the stereo recording mode (☞ P.51). [Zoom Mic] is set to the + side. Set [Zoom Mic] to [Off] (☞ P.52). Wrong folder. Switch to the correct folder (☞ P.
Troubleshooting Symptom Unable to set index marks, temp marks Probable cause Action The maximum number of marks has been reached. Erase unnecessary marks (☞ P.42). The file is locked. Unlock the file (☞ P.50). The file is read-only. Unlock the file or cancel the read-only setting of the file on the PC. [Battery] is set to [Alkaline]. When using the supplied rechargeable batteries, set the battery setting to [Ni-MH].
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. s 2-channel microphone (omnidirectional): ME30W Two ME30 monaural microphones come in a set with a miniature tripod and a connection adapter.
Specifications 4 Maximum working output: General points 400 mW (8 Ω speaker) 4 Recording format: Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3) WMA (Windows Media Audio) 4 Input level: — 70 dBv 4 Sampling frequency: 96 kHz 24 bit 48 kHz 16 bit 96 kHz 88.2 kHz 48 kHz 44.1 kHz 16 bit 44.1 kHz 44.1 kHz mono 44.1 kHz MP3 format 320 kbps 44.1 kHz 256 kbps 44.1 kHz 128 kbps 44.1 kHz mono 44.
Specifications Frequency response: 4 During recording mode (Microphone jack): Linear PCM format 96 kHz 24 bit 40 Hz to 44 kHz 88.2 kHz 24 bit 40 Hz to 42 kHz 48 kHz 16 bit 40 Hz to 23 kHz 44.1 kHz 16 bit 40 Hz to 21 kHz 44.
Specifications Guide to battery life The following values are strictly references. 4 Alkaline batteries: Recording mode Built-in stereo microphone (During recording mode) Earphone playback (During playback mode) Linear PCM format 44.1 kHz 16 bit 30h. 41h. MP3 format 320 kbps 33h. 48h. 128 kbps 34h. 47h. mono 44h. 51h.
Specifications Guide to recording times The following values are strictly references. 4 Linear PCM format: Recording mode microSD card 4 GB 8 GB 1h. 3h. 50min. 40min. Built-in memory (4 GB) 1h. 45min. 1h. 55min. 5h. 25min. 5h. 55min. 11h. 55min. 55min. 2h. 4h. 2h. 45min. 2h. 55min. 5h. 55min. 5h. 30min. 11h. 5min. 12h. 5min. 24h. 10min. Recording mode Built-in memory (4 GB) 2 GB 320 kbps 26h. 13h. 32h. 30min. 65h. 30min. 16h. 30min. 33h. 66h. 133h. 268h. 131h. 66h. 132h. 267h. 536h.
Specifications 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. Linear PCM format 96 kHz 24 bit Guide to recordable number of songs 2,000 songs (At 128 kbps, 4 minutes per song) approx. 1 h. 88.2 kHz 24 bit approx. 1 h. 48 kHz 16 bit approx. 3 h. 44.1 kHz 16 bit approx. 3 h. 20 min. 44.1 kHz mono approx.
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.
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.
