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Register your product on www.olympus-consumer.com/register and get additional benefits from Olympus! Please read these instructions for future reference. Keep the instructions handy for information about using the product correctly and safely. EN DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS Thank you test the record function and volume before use. To ensure successful recording, we recommend that you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder.
Register your product on www.olympus-consumer.com/register and get additional benefits from Olympus! Please read these instructions for future reference. Keep the instructions handy for information about using the product correctly and safely. EN DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS Thank you test the record function and volume before use. To ensure successful recording, we recommend that you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder.
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... to ensure the integrity of this manual may differ from a defect of the product, repair performed by a third party other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or for any kind incurred due to data loss resulting from the actual product. EN 2 Contact our Customer Support... names and model numbers. • Illustrations of the screen and the recorder shown in this document but should you happen to find a questionable item, error or omission, please contact our Customer Support Center. • Olympus does not accept any liability for passive damages or damage of any other...
... to ensure the integrity of this manual may differ from a defect of the product, repair performed by a third party other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or for any kind incurred due to data loss resulting from the actual product. EN 2 Contact our Customer Support... names and model numbers. • Illustrations of the screen and the recorder shown in this document but should you happen to find a questionable item, error or omission, please contact our Customer Support Center. • Olympus does not accept any liability for passive damages or damage of any other...
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... repeat playback 43 Changing the playback scene [Play Scene 44 Erasing 45 Erasing files 45 Erasing a folder 45 4 About the FM radio (WS-803 only) Using the FM radio 47 FM radio mode operations 48 Presetting radio stations automatically [Auto-preset 49 1 Changing the reception mode... 50 Adding a radio station 51 Recording from an external microphone or other device 34 3 About playback Playback 36 Searching for a file 40 Changing the playback sound 41 Setting an...
... repeat playback 43 Changing the playback scene [Play Scene 44 Erasing 45 Erasing files 45 Erasing a folder 45 4 About the FM radio (WS-803 only) Using the FM radio 47 FM radio mode operations 48 Presetting radio stations automatically [Auto-preset 49 1 Changing the reception mode... 50 Adding a radio station 51 Recording from an external microphone or other device 34 3 About playback Playback 36 Searching for a file 40 Changing the playback sound 41 Setting an...
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...without observing the information given under this symbol, injury or death may result. In such cases, momentarily turn the recorder off before further operation. • Avoid recording or playing back near cellular phones or other wireless equipment, as near other heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.)...death may result. f Caution If the product is essential that you experience noise, move the recorder further away from such equipment. • Do not use or store the recorder in an easily accessible location for future reference. • The warning symbols indicate important safety ...
...without observing the information given under this symbol, injury or death may result. In such cases, momentarily turn the recorder off before further operation. • Avoid recording or playing back near cellular phones or other wireless equipment, as near other heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.)...death may result. f Caution If the product is essential that you experience noise, move the recorder further away from such equipment. • Do not use or store the recorder in an easily accessible location for future reference. • The warning symbols indicate important safety ...
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...on something and cause serious damage. • Do not leave the recorder where it is being injured by a third party other than Olympus or an your hands. Never use and store the recorder out of the reach of young children and infants to prevent the ...When used . phones, televisions, fluorescent lights etc. Olympus authorized service station, or for any unusual odors, noise, or smoke emanating from it is hot, you are using the recorder immediately if you accidentally insert another type the recorder near temperatures. It could cause overheating, resulting in...
...on something and cause serious damage. • Do not leave the recorder where it is being injured by a third party other than Olympus or an your hands. Never use and store the recorder out of the reach of young children and infants to prevent the ...When used . phones, televisions, fluorescent lights etc. Olympus authorized service station, or for any unusual odors, noise, or smoke emanating from it is hot, you are using the recorder immediately if you accidentally insert another type the recorder near temperatures. It could cause overheating, resulting in...
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...directly to prevent them from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shock or burns. If the fluid burns your dealer or local Olympus representative for service. f Danger: • Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other way during operation, stop using this..., seek medical attention immediately. • Keep batteries out of the reach of children. • If you notice anything unusual when using the recorder. • If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area with clean, cold running ...
...directly to prevent them from leaking, overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shock or burns. If the fluid burns your dealer or local Olympus representative for service. f Danger: • Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other way during operation, stop using this..., seek medical attention immediately. • Keep batteries out of the reach of children. • If you notice anything unusual when using the recorder. • If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area with clean, cold running ...
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When the recorder's operating time becomes notably shorter even after the rechargeable battery is fully charged under the specified conditions, replace the battery with a new one. When disposing of dead batteries, be sure to help save our planet's resources. Safety precautions EN 7 f Caution: • Please recycle batteries to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations. • Always charge a rechargeable battery before using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period. • Rechargeable batteries have a limited life.
When the recorder's operating time becomes notably shorter even after the rechargeable battery is fully charged under the specified conditions, replace the battery with a new one. When disposing of dead batteries, be sure to help save our planet's resources. Safety precautions EN 7 f Caution: • Please recycle batteries to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations. • Always charge a rechargeable battery before using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period. • Rechargeable batteries have a limited life.
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... internal memory, you can also function, which extracts just the record into a microSD card voice portions from a computer in addition to the use this recorder you can customize a 1 which is equipped with the [Calendar * WS-803, WS-802 only. audio file, and a [Voice Playback] s A... directional microphone feature function, which plays back just has been included that of CDs (WS-803, WS-802 only) (☞ P.56). recording and recording with a variety means you to understand (☞ P.61). Main features Getting started Main features s The Built-in...
... internal memory, you can also function, which extracts just the record into a microSD card voice portions from a computer in addition to the use this recorder you can customize a 1 which is equipped with the [Calendar * WS-803, WS-802 only. audio file, and a [Voice Playback] s A... directional microphone feature function, which plays back just has been included that of CDs (WS-803, WS-802 only) (☞ P.56). recording and recording with a variety means you to understand (☞ P.61). Main features Getting started Main features s The Built-in...
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... can be controlled (☞ P.41). * WS-803, WS-802 only. s This recorder is compatible with this recorder into two files (☞ P.72). * WS-803, WS-802 only. s It has a backlight full-dot display (LCD panel). s It has a USB charging function (WS-803, WS-802 only) (☞ P.16). Main features... can divide files (PCM*, MP3) that have been recorded with USB 2.0, enabling fast data transfer to quickly find desired locations (☞ P.42). s A Noise Cancel function (☞ P.61) and a Voice Filter function* (☞ P.61) cut noise and enable clear audio playback. * WS-801 only.
... can be controlled (☞ P.41). * WS-803, WS-802 only. s This recorder is compatible with this recorder into two files (☞ P.72). * WS-803, WS-802 only. s It has a backlight full-dot display (LCD panel). s It has a USB charging function (WS-803, WS-802 only) (☞ P.16). Main features... can divide files (PCM*, MP3) that have been recorded with USB 2.0, enabling fast data transfer to quickly find desired locations (☞ P.42). s A Noise Cancel function (☞ P.61) and a Voice Filter function* (☞ P.61) cut noise and enable clear audio playback. * WS-801 only.
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... button & ERASE button * Built-in stereo microphone (R) 3 LED indicator light (LED) 4 Card cover 5 LIST button 6 MIC (Microphone) jack 7 Display (LCD panel) 8 MENU button 9 + button 0 REC (s) (Record) button ! 9 button @ -
... button & ERASE button * Built-in stereo microphone (R) 3 LED indicator light (LED) 4 Card cover 5 LIST button 6 MIC (Microphone) jack 7 Display (LCD panel) 8 MENU button 9 + button 0 REC (s) (Record) button ! 9 button @ -
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... bar indicator, Playback position bar indicator 7 Icon display (☞ P.13) 8 Current file number/ Total number of parts 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current file name 3 Battery indicator 4 Folder indicator, Recording mode indicator, File Lock indicator 5 Recorder status indicator [K]: Record indicator [≠]: Pause indicator [ ]: Stop indicator [•]: Play indicator [ß]: Forwarding indicator [™]: Rewinding indicator [N]: F. Identification of...
... bar indicator, Playback position bar indicator 7 Icon display (☞ P.13) 8 Current file number/ Total number of parts 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current file name 3 Battery indicator 4 Folder indicator, Recording mode indicator, File Lock indicator 5 Recorder status indicator [K]: Record indicator [≠]: Pause indicator [ ]: Stop indicator [•]: Play indicator [ß]: Forwarding indicator [™]: Rewinding indicator [N]: F. Identification of...
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...List display 2 12 3 4 When there are only files in the folder 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator EN 4 File name 12 Identification of recorded files in the folder 5 Title name 6 Artist name 7 Album name 8 Playback...tone indicator (flat) Current file number/ Total number of parts File display 12 3 4 5 6 7 0 8 9 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current file name 3 Battery indicator 4 Recorder status indicator [•]: Play indicator [ ]: Stop indicator [ß]: Forwarding indicator [™]: Rewinding indicator [N]: F. Play indicator [M]: S.
...List display 2 12 3 4 When there are only files in the folder 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator EN 4 File name 12 Identification of recorded files in the folder 5 Title name 6 Artist name 7 Album name 8 Playback...tone indicator (flat) Current file number/ Total number of parts File display 12 3 4 5 6 7 0 8 9 1 Recording media indicator 2 Current file name 3 Battery indicator 4 Recorder status indicator [•]: Play indicator [ ]: Stop indicator [ß]: Forwarding indicator [™]: Rewinding indicator [N]: F. Play indicator [M]: S.
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Identification of parts 4 [FM Radio] mode display: Radio reception display For WS-803: 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Recording media indicator 2 Battery indicator 3 Recording mode indicator 4 Preset number 5 Tuning frequency 6 Frequency bar indicator Identification of parts 1 Icon display (For all modes) [Ø]: Speaker muting [ ]: Voice Playback *1 [... Rec Level [û]: VCVA [Æ]: Voice sync [ù]: Equalizer [0]: Low Cut Filter [≤]: Zoom Mic *2 [%]: Noise Cancel [$]: Voice Balancer *1 Voice Filter *3 Playback mode *1 WS-803, WS-802 only. *2 WS-803 only. *3 WS-801 only. EN 13
Identification of parts 4 [FM Radio] mode display: Radio reception display For WS-803: 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Recording media indicator 2 Battery indicator 3 Recording mode indicator 4 Preset number 5 Tuning frequency 6 Frequency bar indicator Identification of parts 1 Icon display (For all modes) [Ø]: Speaker muting [ ]: Voice Playback *1 [... Rec Level [û]: VCVA [Æ]: Voice sync [ù]: Equalizer [0]: Low Cut Filter [≤]: Zoom Mic *2 [%]: Noise Cancel [$]: Voice Balancer *1 Voice Filter *3 Playback mode *1 WS-803, WS-802 only. *2 WS-803 only. *3 WS-801 only. EN 13
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...out EN the battery during recording, you continuously charge the battery until full (☞ P.16). 3 Close the battery cover completely by pressing down on the arrow and slide the battery cover open. For WS-801: This recorder cannot charge the rechargeable ...battery. 1 Lightly press down at A, then sliding the cover towards B. Unloading the battery while the recorder is recommended that the supplied Ni-MH rechargeable battery (BR404) is in this recorder. • When the battery is changed, a AAA alkaline battery or Olympus...
...out EN the battery during recording, you continuously charge the battery until full (☞ P.16). 3 Close the battery cover completely by pressing down on the arrow and slide the battery cover open. For WS-801: This recorder cannot charge the rechargeable ...battery. 1 Lightly press down at A, then sliding the cover towards B. Unloading the battery while the recorder is recommended that the supplied Ni-MH rechargeable battery (BR404) is in this recorder. • When the battery is changed, a AAA alkaline battery or Olympus...
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In this case, lower the volume of the recorder. [Ni-MH] ( ): Select when using the Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable battery (BR404). [Alkaline] ( ): Select when using . 1 Replace the battery and turn on the recorder (☞ P.14, P.19). 2 Press the + or − button to use the recorder for an extended period of the battery even if [ ] is...
In this case, lower the volume of the recorder. [Ni-MH] ( ): Select when using the Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable battery (BR404). [Alkaline] ( ): Select when using . 1 Replace the battery and turn on the recorder (☞ P.14, P.19). 2 Press the + or − button to use the recorder for an extended period of the battery even if [ ] is...
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...when the battery indicator shows [ ]. When charging, be sure to place the rechargeable battery (supplied) correctly into the recorder (☞ P.14). 3 Make sure that the USB connector protrudes from the recorder. 4 Press the `OK button to start charging] is flashing, press the `OK button. 5 Charging is the ... a primary battery such as an alkaline or lithium battery. You can charge the battery by connecting to a computer via USB For WS-803, WS-802: Before connecting via USB, exit HOLD 1 mode (☞ P.20). Power supply Power supply Charging by connecting to a PC's USB port....
...when the battery indicator shows [ ]. When charging, be sure to place the rechargeable battery (supplied) correctly into the recorder (☞ P.14). 3 Make sure that the USB connector protrudes from the recorder. 4 Press the `OK button to start charging] is flashing, press the `OK button. 5 Charging is the ... a primary battery such as an alkaline or lithium battery. You can charge the battery by connecting to a computer via USB For WS-803, WS-802: Before connecting via USB, exit HOLD 1 mode (☞ P.20). Power supply Power supply Charging by connecting to a PC's USB port....
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...adapter (optional) to charge For WS-803, WS-802: • Before connecting the AC adapter, switch the USB connection setting to [Ni-MH]. You can charge the recorder by connecting it to the USB-type AC adapter (A514) (optional). 1 Plug the recorder into the AC outlet. To the... (41°F to 95°F). *1 [ ]: The surrounding temperature is too low. *2 [ ]: The surrounding temperature is too high. • When the recorder's operating time becomes notably shorter even after EN the battery is fully charged, replace the battery with the USB hub connected. • Insert the supplied...
...adapter (optional) to charge For WS-803, WS-802: • Before connecting the AC adapter, switch the USB connection setting to [Ni-MH]. You can charge the recorder by connecting it to the USB-type AC adapter (A514) (optional). 1 Plug the recorder into the AC outlet. To the... (41°F to 95°F). *1 [ ]: The surrounding temperature is too low. *2 [ ]: The surrounding temperature is too high. • When the recorder's operating time becomes notably shorter even after EN the battery is fully charged, replace the battery with the USB hub connected. • Insert the supplied...
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.... to fully charge the battery regardless of fully charging the battery and then EN letting it is a chemical product. Recommended temperature range: When operating the recorder: 0°C - 42°C/ 32°F - 107.6°F Charging: 5°C - 35°C/ 41°F - 95°F Storage for a ...any other company's products. Be sure to charge it may result in the USB connection Discharging: 1 settings, then connect the recorder to 3 times. 18 Notes • This recorder is used for a long period: -20°C - 30°C/ -4°F - 86°F Using the rechargeable battery...
.... to fully charge the battery regardless of fully charging the battery and then EN letting it is a chemical product. Recommended temperature range: When operating the recorder: 0°C - 42°C/ 32°F - 107.6°F Charging: 5°C - 35°C/ 41°F - 95°F Storage for a ...any other company's products. Be sure to charge it may result in the USB connection Discharging: 1 settings, then connect the recorder to 3 times. 18 Notes • This recorder is used for a long period: -20°C - 30°C/ -4°F - 86°F Using the rechargeable battery...
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... the power is turned off. 1 Turning on but is turned off . EN 19 Turning on the power Power save mode, press any button. While the recorder is not used , turn the power off and the recorder goes into power save mode (☞ P.65). • To exit power save mode If the... recorder is on /off the power When the recorder is not being used for 10 minutes or longer (default), the display shuts off to reduce battery consumption. Power supply Power supply • When disposing ...
... the power is turned off. 1 Turning on but is turned off . EN 19 Turning on the power Power save mode, press any button. While the recorder is not used , turn the power off and the recorder goes into power save mode (☞ P.65). • To exit power save mode If the... recorder is on /off the power When the recorder is not being used for 10 minutes or longer (default), the display shuts off to reduce battery consumption. Power supply Power supply • When disposing ...
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...the current settings will be preserved and all buttons will be carried in HOLD mode, the clock display lights for 2 seconds, but the recorder does not operate. Setting the recorder to HOLD mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to HOLD mode. HOLD • After [Hold] appears on the display, the...Exiting HOLD mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to be disabled. This feature is set the recorder to 20 the remaining memory being used up, the recorder stops). This mode can also prevent you from accidentally stopping recording. HOLD If you set to the 1 [HOLD] position. EN • If HOLD ...
...the current settings will be preserved and all buttons will be carried in HOLD mode, the clock display lights for 2 seconds, but the recorder does not operate. Setting the recorder to HOLD mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to HOLD mode. HOLD • After [Hold] appears on the display, the...Exiting HOLD mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to be disabled. This feature is set the recorder to 20 the remaining memory being used up, the recorder stops). This mode can also prevent you from accidentally stopping recording. HOLD If you set to the 1 [HOLD] position. EN • If HOLD ...
