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DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER WS-331M WS-321M WS-311M INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS Thank you test the record function and volume before use. EN Keep the instructions handy for information about using the product correctly and safely. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for future reference.
DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER WS-331M WS-321M WS-311M INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS Thank you test the record function and volume before use. EN Keep the instructions handy for information about using the product correctly and safely. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for future reference.
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INDEX Table of Contents P.4 Safe and Proper Usage P.6 Getting Started P.8 1 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder P.19 2 Using the Recorder on Your PC P.44 3 Using the Recorder as a Music Player Feature Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player Other Practical Use Methods P.48 4 P.72 5 P.94 6 Other Information P.95 7 3
INDEX Table of Contents P.4 Safe and Proper Usage P.6 Getting Started P.8 1 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder P.19 2 Using the Recorder on Your PC P.44 3 Using the Recorder as a Music Player Feature Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player Other Practical Use Methods P.48 4 P.72 5 P.94 6 Other Information P.95 7 3
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... 6 1 Getting Started Main Features 8 Identification of Parts 10 Inserting Battery 12 Power Supply 13 VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode 14 Setting Time/Date (Time & Date 17 2 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder Recording 19 Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA 22 Recording Modes (Rec Mode 24 Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense) ...... 25 Set the Low Cut...
... 6 1 Getting Started Main Features 8 Identification of Parts 10 Inserting Battery 12 Power Supply 13 VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode 14 Setting Time/Date (Time & Date 17 2 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder Recording 19 Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA 22 Recording Modes (Rec Mode 24 Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense) ...... 25 Set the Low Cut...
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... (WOW) ...... 63 Selecting Equalizer (EQ 66 Moving the Tracks (Move 68 Menu List (MUSIC Mode 70 5 Feature Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player Erasing 72 Hold 75 Index Marks and Temp Marks 76 How to Begin Segment Repeat Playback ... 78 Menu Setting Method 80...the Playback Speed (Play Speed 84 System Sounds (Beep 87 Backlight (Backlight 88 LCD Contrast Adjustment (Contrast) .... 89 LED (LED 90 Formatting the Recorder (Format) ........ 91 Viewing System Information (System Info 93 6 Other Practical Use Methods Using as External Memory of the Computer 94 7 Other Information ...
... (WOW) ...... 63 Selecting Equalizer (EQ 66 Moving the Tracks (Move 68 Menu List (MUSIC Mode 70 5 Feature Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player Erasing 72 Hold 75 Index Marks and Temp Marks 76 How to Begin Segment Repeat Playback ... 78 Menu Setting Method 80...the Playback Speed (Play Speed 84 System Sounds (Beep 87 Backlight (Backlight 88 LCD Contrast Adjustment (Contrast) .... 89 LED (LED 90 Formatting the Recorder (Format) ........ 91 Viewing System Information (System Info 93 6 Other Practical Use Methods Using as External Memory of the Computer 94 7 Other Information ...
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... minutes 142 hours 05 minutes 279 hours 35 minutes 555 hours 45 minutes WS-321M (1GB) 17 hours 40 minutes 35 hours 25 minutes 70 hours 55 minutes 70 hours 55 minutes 139 hours 40 minutes 277 hours 35 minutes WS-311M (512MB) 8 hours 45 minutes 17 hours 40 minutes 35 hours... 25 minutes 35 hours 25 minutes 69 hours 40 minutes 138 hours 30 minutes 8 Available recording time may be used as a digital music player. Getting Started Main Features This product can be used to your PC. 1 Main Features of the Digital Voice Recorder...
... minutes 142 hours 05 minutes 279 hours 35 minutes 555 hours 45 minutes WS-321M (1GB) 17 hours 40 minutes 35 hours 25 minutes 70 hours 55 minutes 70 hours 55 minutes 139 hours 40 minutes 277 hours 35 minutes WS-311M (512MB) 8 hours 45 minutes 17 hours 40 minutes 35 hours... 25 minutes 35 hours 25 minutes 69 hours 40 minutes 138 hours 30 minutes 8 Available recording time may be used as a digital music player. Getting Started Main Features This product can be used to your PC. 1 Main Features of the Digital Voice Recorder...
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VOL (-) button 10 @ FOLDER/INDEX button # ERASE button $ OK/MENU button % 0 button ^ Display (LCD panel) & Record/Play indicator light * Built-in speaker 8 USB terminal 9 VOL (+) button 0 9 button ! HOLD switch = Mode (VOICE/MUSIC) switch q RELEASE (Release) button w Battery cover Identification of Parts 1% $ # * & ^ 9 0 ! @ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Main unit q w ( ) = Battery compartment Identification of Parts 1 EAR (Earphone) jack 2 MIC (Microphone...
VOL (-) button 10 @ FOLDER/INDEX button # ERASE button $ OK/MENU button % 0 button ^ Display (LCD panel) & Record/Play indicator light * Built-in speaker 8 USB terminal 9 VOL (+) button 0 9 button ! HOLD switch = Mode (VOICE/MUSIC) switch q RELEASE (Release) button w Battery cover Identification of Parts 1% $ # * & ^ 9 0 ! @ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Main unit q w ( ) = Battery compartment Identification of Parts 1 EAR (Earphone) jack 2 MIC (Microphone...
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... (E/ F bar) # Title and artist name indicator $ Play position bar indicator 11 Music 01 /36 1 # SONG A/Artist $ 4 8 AS 9 Identification of Parts 1 Folder indicator 2 VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator 3 Record mode indicator 4 Character information display 5 Microphone sensitivity indicator 6 Erase lock indicator 7 Low Cut Filter indicator 8 Playback effect indicator 9 Battery indicator 0 Current file number !
... (E/ F bar) # Title and artist name indicator $ Play position bar indicator 11 Music 01 /36 1 # SONG A/Artist $ 4 8 AS 9 Identification of Parts 1 Folder indicator 2 VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator 3 Record mode indicator 4 Character information display 5 Microphone sensitivity indicator 6 Erase lock indicator 7 Low Cut Filter indicator 8 Playback effect indicator 9 Battery indicator 0 Current file number !
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... Optional Ni-MH rechargeable batteries from Olympus can be able to stop the recorder before replacing the battery. Unloading the battery while the recorder is in use the recorder for an extended period of time. • When playing a voice/music file, the recorder may be used for the recorder. In this recorder. • Be sure to close. Inserting...
... Optional Ni-MH rechargeable batteries from Olympus can be able to stop the recorder before replacing the battery. Unloading the battery while the recorder is in use the recorder for an extended period of time. • When playing a voice/music file, the recorder may be used for the recorder. In this recorder. • Be sure to close. Inserting...
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...music, set the mode switch to the VOICE position. 1 The recorder provides five folders, named A through E, for files recorded by a Digital Voice Recorder. VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode List display Current folder and files recorded in this recorder. VOICE Mode Slide the mode switch to VOICE. WS330001.WMA Extension File number: A ... number automatically assigned by this folder are stored in each folder. User ID: The name that has been set on the Digital Voice Recorder. Current folder HQ 01 120 0 0M0 0S 18M 05S File length 14 Current folder 01 /120 01.WMA/ 5M 24D...
...music, set the mode switch to the VOICE position. 1 The recorder provides five folders, named A through E, for files recorded by a Digital Voice Recorder. VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode List display Current folder and files recorded in this recorder. VOICE Mode Slide the mode switch to VOICE. WS330001.WMA Extension File number: A ... number automatically assigned by this folder are stored in each folder. User ID: The name that has been set on the Digital Voice Recorder. Current folder HQ 01 120 0 0M0 0S 18M 05S File length 14 Current folder 01 /120 01.WMA/ 5M 24D...
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... files will be transferred to manage the multiple albums with the same artist name. This recorder can save the music files (WMA, MP3 files) transferred from the PC in each 1 folder. Up to the MUSIC position. VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode MUSIC Mode Slide the mode switch to 200 files can be...
... files will be transferred to manage the multiple albums with the same artist name. This recorder can save the music files (WMA, MP3 files) transferred from the PC in each 1 folder. Up to the MUSIC position. VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode MUSIC Mode Slide the mode switch to 200 files can be...
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... Root SONG B 00 00 Fld 01 /06 03 48 + - Convenient features that can be used with both the Voice Recorder and Music Player. 16 Set the mode switch to VOICE before operating the recorder. FOLDER button: Returns to Select a File Current folder Root Music SONG A.wma SONG B.wma 1 SONG C.wma Music Artist... Artist B 00 00 Fld 04 35 Current file number/Total number of Icons in this Manual Set the mode switch to MUSIC before operating the recorder. or button: Moves the cursor up and down. 9 or OK button: Opens the selected folder/file. ∗Pressing the OK button will ...
... Root SONG B 00 00 Fld 01 /06 03 48 + - Convenient features that can be used with both the Voice Recorder and Music Player. 16 Set the mode switch to VOICE before operating the recorder. FOLDER button: Returns to Select a File Current folder Root Music SONG A.wma SONG B.wma 1 SONG C.wma Music Artist... Artist B 00 00 Fld 04 35 Current file number/Total number of Icons in this Manual Set the mode switch to MUSIC before operating the recorder. or button: Moves the cursor up and down. 9 or OK button: Opens the selected folder/file. ∗Pressing the OK button will ...
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...) e Level meter (varies according to the sound b HQ E c 120 120 F d 3 5M1 2S volume being recorded) e Every time the OK button is pressed, folders will be saved as a Voice Recorder Recording Before starting recording, select a folder between Folder A to Folder E.These five folders can be recorded. b HQ E c L R 120 120 F d 3 5M1 2S e 2 The display changes depending on the...
...) e Level meter (varies according to the sound b HQ E c 120 120 F d 3 5M1 2S volume being recorded) e Every time the OK button is pressed, folders will be saved as a Voice Recorder Recording Before starting recording, select a folder between Folder A to Folder E.These five folders can be recorded. b HQ E c L R 120 120 F d 3 5M1 2S e 2 The display changes depending on the...
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... pressed while the mode switch is set to VOICE before recording (☞ P. 14). 2 Recording Pause Press the REC button while recording. ➥ "Rec Pause" will flash on the display. • The recorder will flash on . • A beep will resume at the point of interruption. Recording Notes • To ensure recording from the beginning, start speaking after 1 hour...
... pressed while the mode switch is set to VOICE before recording (☞ P. 14). 2 Recording Pause Press the REC button while recording. ➥ "Rec Pause" will flash on the display. • The recorder will flash on . • A beep will resume at the point of interruption. Recording Notes • To ensure recording from the beginning, start speaking after 1 hour...
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...OK or 9 button. On: Will start recording in normal mode. Off: Will resume recording in VCVA mode. VCVA On Of f 6 6 Press the OK button to choose "VCVA". The VCVA setup process begins. 5 Press the + or - Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (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 "Menu" screen opens (☞ P. 42). The "Rec Menu" ...
...OK or 9 button. On: Will start recording in normal mode. Off: Will resume recording in VCVA mode. VCVA On Of f 6 6 Press the OK button to choose "VCVA". The VCVA setup process begins. 5 Press the + or - Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (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 "Menu" screen opens (☞ P. 42). The "Rec Menu" ...
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...a will appear on the HQ 120 120 display. 0 0M0 0S a VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) 1H 27M53S 8 indicator 7 8 Press the REC button to the recording situation. • To ensure successful recordings, prior testing and adjustment of the start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the display.... /stop actuation level is recommended. 23 The higher the value, the VCVA Level 0 2 more sensitive the recorder to close the menu. Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) 7 Press the STOP button to sounds.
...a will appear on the HQ 120 120 display. 0 0M0 0S a VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) 1H 27M53S 8 indicator 7 8 Press the REC button to the recording situation. • To ensure successful recordings, prior testing and adjustment of the start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the display.... /stop actuation level is recommended. 23 The higher the value, the VCVA Level 0 2 more sensitive the recorder to close the menu. Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) 7 Press the STOP button to sounds.
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Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense) Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs. 3 1 While the recorder is to be canceled and it will be recorded clearly, set to Dict (dictation) mode and move the built-in all directions. Re c Me nu Rec Mode 2 Mic Sense VCVA...button to complete the setup screen. Note • When the speaker's voice is stopped, press the MENU button for dictation. The "Rec Menu" screen opens. 3 Press the + or - Mic Sense 4 Conf: High-sensitivity mode that records sounds in stereo microphone close the a menu. Low Cut Filter 5 Press...
Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense) Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs. 3 1 While the recorder is to be canceled and it will be recorded clearly, set to Dict (dictation) mode and move the built-in all directions. Re c Me nu Rec Mode 2 Mic Sense VCVA...button to complete the setup screen. Note • When the speaker's voice is stopped, press the MENU button for dictation. The "Rec Menu" screen opens. 3 Press the + or - Mic Sense 4 Conf: High-sensitivity mode that records sounds in stereo microphone close the a menu. Low Cut Filter 5 Press...
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Set the Low Cut Filter (Low Cut Filter) The recorder has a Low Cut Filter function to choose "Low Cut Filter". The "Menu" screen opens (☞ P. 42...On" and "Off". This function can reduce noise from air conditioners, projectors and other similar noises. 3 2 1 While the recorder is pressed, the setting will appear on . The Low Cut Filter setup process begins. 5 Press the + or - Re... 5 4 Press the OK or 9 button. button to minimize low-frequency sounds and record voices more clearly. The "Rec Menu" screen opens. 3 Press the + or - button to "On", will be canceled.
Set the Low Cut Filter (Low Cut Filter) The recorder has a Low Cut Filter function to choose "Low Cut Filter". The "Menu" screen opens (☞ P. 42...On" and "Off". This function can reduce noise from air conditioners, projectors and other similar noises. 3 2 1 While the recorder is pressed, the setting will appear on . The Low Cut Filter setup process begins. 5 Press the + or - Re... 5 4 Press the OK or 9 button. button to minimize low-frequency sounds and record voices more clearly. The "Rec Menu" screen opens. 3 Press the + or - button to "On", will be canceled.
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... noise-cancellation monaural microphone: ME52 This microphone is connected to the microphone jack of the recorder, the built-in large-diameter microphone enables sensitive stereo recording. The voice or conversation over the phone can be plugged into your own voice by reducing the effects of ambient noise. ● Tie clip microphone: ME15 (Monaural) Small...
... noise-cancellation monaural microphone: ME52 This microphone is connected to the microphone jack of the recorder, the built-in large-diameter microphone enables sensitive stereo recording. The voice or conversation over the phone can be plugged into your own voice by reducing the effects of ambient noise. ● Tie clip microphone: ME15 (Monaural) Small...
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... n e 72 XQ 33 120 Er ase 5 Cance l 3 Press the + button to "File Erase!" The "Cancel" indicator flashes. and erasing will use VOICE mode display screens to explain the operations. In the stop status, display the file or place the cursor on the file in the list display... ase 3 Cance l 4 4 Press the OK button. Erasing Erasing One File at a Time A selected file can be reassigned automatically. Features Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player * This chapter will start. 33 120 Fi le Er ase ! { Erasing "Erase Done" is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers...
... n e 72 XQ 33 120 Er ase 5 Cance l 3 Press the + button to "File Erase!" The "Cancel" indicator flashes. and erasing will use VOICE mode display screens to explain the operations. In the stop status, display the file or place the cursor on the file in the list display... ase 3 Cance l 4 4 Press the OK button. Erasing Erasing One File at a Time A selected file can be reassigned automatically. Features Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player * This chapter will start. 33 120 Fi le Er ase ! { Erasing "Erase Done" is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers...
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Specifications Specifications For the Digital Voice Recorder Recording format: WMA (Windows Media Audio) Input level: -70 dBv Sampling frequency: ST XQ mode: 44.1 kHz ST HQ mode: 44.1 kHz ST SP mode: 44.1 ...: 100 Hz to 3 kHz Recording time: 7 (WS-331M) ST XQ mode: 35 hours 30 minutes ST HQ mode: 71 hours 00 minutes ST SP mode: 142 hours 05 minutes HQ mode: 142 hours 05 minutes SP mode: 279 hours 35 minutes LP mode: 555 hours 45 minutes (WS-321M) ST XQ mode: 17 hours...
Specifications Specifications For the Digital Voice Recorder Recording format: WMA (Windows Media Audio) Input level: -70 dBv Sampling frequency: ST XQ mode: 44.1 kHz ST HQ mode: 44.1 kHz ST SP mode: 44.1 ...: 100 Hz to 3 kHz Recording time: 7 (WS-331M) ST XQ mode: 35 hours 30 minutes ST HQ mode: 71 hours 00 minutes ST SP mode: 142 hours 05 minutes HQ mode: 142 hours 05 minutes SP mode: 279 hours 35 minutes LP mode: 555 hours 45 minutes (WS-321M) ST XQ mode: 17 hours...