WS-300M Instructions (English)
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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. EN DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER WS-320M WS-310M WS-300M INSTRUCTIONS EN INSTRUCTIONS Thank you test the record function and volume before use. Please read these instructions for future reference.
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. EN DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER WS-320M WS-310M WS-300M INSTRUCTIONS EN INSTRUCTIONS Thank you test the record function and volume before use. Please read these instructions for future reference.
WS-300M Instructions (English)
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... Battery 10 Power Supply 11 Setting Time/Date (Time&Date 12 Switching Between the Voice Recorder and Music Player 14 2 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder Recording 15 Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA 18 Recording Modes (Rec Mode 20 Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense) ........ 21 Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices 22 Playing 24 Continuous Playback (All Play...
... Battery 10 Power Supply 11 Setting Time/Date (Time&Date 12 Switching Between the Voice Recorder and Music Player 14 2 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder Recording 15 Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA 18 Recording Modes (Rec Mode 20 Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense) ........ 21 Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices 22 Playing 24 Continuous Playback (All Play...
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... ........ 61 Selecting Equalizer (EQ 63 Moving the Tracks (Move 66 Menu List (MUSIC mode 68 5 Feature Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player Erasing 70 Hold 73 Menu Setting Method 74 System Sounds (Beep 76 Backlight (Backlight 77 LCD Contrast Adjustment (Contrast...) ...... 78 Formatting the Recorder (Format 79 1 6 Other Practical Use Methods Using as External Memory 2 of the Computer 81 7 Other Information 3 Alarm Message List 82 Troubleshooting 83 4 Accessories (optional...
... ........ 61 Selecting Equalizer (EQ 63 Moving the Tracks (Move 66 Menu List (MUSIC mode 68 5 Feature Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player Erasing 70 Hold 73 Menu Setting Method 74 System Sounds (Beep 76 Backlight (Backlight 77 LCD Contrast Adjustment (Contrast...) ...... 78 Formatting the Recorder (Format 79 1 6 Other Practical Use Methods Using as External Memory 2 of the Computer 81 7 Other Information 3 Alarm Message List 82 Troubleshooting 83 4 Accessories (optional...
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... the warnings and information provided. To protect yourself and others from such equipment. Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol and lacquer thinner to excessive moisture or dust. Avoid recording or playing back near electric appliances such as they may cause interference and noise. If you experience... noise, move to another place, or move the recorder further away from personal injury or damage to operate it is essential that you always read this manual in hot, humid locations such ...
... the warnings and information provided. To protect yourself and others from such equipment. Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol and lacquer thinner to excessive moisture or dust. Avoid recording or playing back near electric appliances such as they may cause interference and noise. If you experience... noise, move to another place, or move the recorder further away from personal injury or damage to operate it is essential that you always read this manual in hot, humid locations such ...
WS-300M Instructions (English)
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It is recommended to back up and save important content to other non-rechargeable battery. • Never use any other media such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor. 1 remove the battery immediately while being careful not to recharge alkaline,... out of the reach of children. • If you notice anything unusual when using this product such as a computer hard disk. Do not operate the unit while operating a vehicle (such as a bicycle, motorcycle, or car). Recorded content in memory may be injured. 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service. 5
It is recommended to back up and save important content to other non-rechargeable battery. • Never use any other media such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor. 1 remove the battery immediately while being careful not to recharge alkaline,... out of the reach of children. • If you notice anything unusual when using this product such as a computer hard disk. Do not operate the unit while operating a vehicle (such as a bicycle, motorcycle, or car). Recorded content in memory may be injured. 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service. 5
WS-300M Instructions (English)
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...product is ST HQ (Stereo High Quality), and 3 types of the Digital Voice Recorder The recorder stores highly compressed WMA format voice messages in integrated flash memory. ( P.15) By using the built-in stereo microphone, a stereo recording mode, which are HQ (High Quality), SP (Standard Playback), and... LP (Long Playback) can be selected. ( P.20) Recording time • WS-320M (1 GB)*1 ST HQ ...
...product is ST HQ (Stereo High Quality), and 3 types of the Digital Voice Recorder The recorder stores highly compressed WMA format voice messages in integrated flash memory. ( P.15) By using the built-in stereo microphone, a stereo recording mode, which are HQ (High Quality), SP (Standard Playback), and... LP (Long Playback) can be selected. ( P.20) Recording time • WS-320M (1 GB)*1 ST HQ ...
WS-300M Instructions (English)
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... observing the correct polarity. 3 Close the battery cover completely. Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery An optional Ni-MH rechargeable battery from Olympus can be able to stop the recorder before replacing the battery. When the battery is in the battery indicator. • If it takes longer than 1 hour ...time when you load a fresh battery ( P.12). • Remove the battery if you are recording into a file and the battery runs out, you see only one hash mark in use the recorder for the recorder ( P.84). ...Notes • Be sure to close. Replacing the Battery The battery indicator on...
... observing the correct polarity. 3 Close the battery cover completely. Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery An optional Ni-MH rechargeable battery from Olympus can be able to stop the recorder before replacing the battery. When the battery is in the battery indicator. • If it takes longer than 1 hour ...time when you load a fresh battery ( P.12). • Remove the battery if you are recording into a file and the battery runs out, you see only one hash mark in use the recorder for the recorder ( P.84). ...Notes • Be sure to close. Replacing the Battery The battery indicator on...
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.... 11 Turning On the Power Release the HOLD switch of the battery to the HOLD position while the recorder is turned on, it is not in operation. Power Supply When the recorder is not used for 2 seconds, the display will be maintained. After "Hold" is turned off, the existing data, ... over 5 minutes after it goes into standby (power-save) mode, and the display shuts off. To exit standby mode and turn off the recorder, suppressing the consumption of the recorder. Standby Mode and Display Shut Off If the recorder is stopped/not used , setting it to HOLD turns off .
.... 11 Turning On the Power Release the HOLD switch of the battery to the HOLD position while the recorder is turned on, it is not in operation. Power Supply When the recorder is not used for 2 seconds, the display will be maintained. After "Hold" is turned off, the existing data, ... over 5 minutes after it goes into standby (power-save) mode, and the display shuts off. To exit standby mode and turn off the recorder, suppressing the consumption of the recorder. Standby Mode and Display Shut Off If the recorder is stopped/not used , setting it to HOLD turns off .
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The hour indicator will start from the set the date and time beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automatically stored for a long time. Select the item from step 1. Setting the date and time beforehand enables easier file management. Proceed from "hour", ... P.M. 5:45 PM ←→ 17:45 (Initial setting) 12 Setting Time/Date (Time&Date) 1 If you load a battery before using the recorder for the first time, or after the recorder hasn't been used for each file. Setting Time/Date (Time&Date) 1 1 Press the 9 or 0 button to select the item to set . button ...
The hour indicator will start from the set the date and time beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automatically stored for a long time. Select the item from step 1. Setting the date and time beforehand enables easier file management. Proceed from "hour", ... P.M. 5:45 PM ←→ 17:45 (Initial setting) 12 Setting Time/Date (Time&Date) 1 If you load a battery before using the recorder for the first time, or after the recorder hasn't been used for each file. Setting Time/Date (Time&Date) 1 1 Press the 9 or 0 button to select the item to set . button ...
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Using the mode switch, choose between VOICE and MUSIC option. MUSIC: For listening to MUSIC before operating the recorder. Set the mode switch to music files. VOICE: For recording or playing back voice files. Convenient features that can be used as a voice recorder or as a music player. Switching Between the Voice Recorder and Music Player Switching Between the Voice Recorder and Music Player 1 This device can be used with both the Voice Recorder and Music Player. 14 Meaning of icons in this manual Set the mode switch to VOICE before operating the recorder.
Using the mode switch, choose between VOICE and MUSIC option. MUSIC: For listening to MUSIC before operating the recorder. Set the mode switch to music files. VOICE: For recording or playing back voice files. Convenient features that can be used as a voice recorder or as a music player. Switching Between the Voice Recorder and Music Player Switching Between the Voice Recorder and Music Player 1 This device can be used with both the Voice Recorder and Music Player. 14 Meaning of icons in this manual Set the mode switch to VOICE before operating the recorder.
WS-300M Instructions (English)
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... microphone in the folder 2 Press the REC button to stop recording. Up to be selectively used to store private information, while Folder B might be recorded per folder. These five folders can change the display patterns ( P.36). 2 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder Recording The recorder provides five folders, A, B, C, D and E, and each message recorded in this manual are default. 15...
... microphone in the folder 2 Press the REC button to stop recording. Up to be selectively used to store private information, while Folder B might be recorded per folder. These five folders can change the display patterns ( P.36). 2 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder Recording The recorder provides five folders, A, B, C, D and E, and each message recorded in this manual are default. 15...
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If the earphone is Recorded (Recording Monitor) If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the EAR jack on the recorder, you can be controlled using the volume button. • When using the earphones, do NOT set the volume too high. Recording 17 To EAR (earphone) jack Listening While Audio is connected, no sound will come from...
If the earphone is Recorded (Recording Monitor) If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the EAR jack on the recorder, you can be controlled using the volume button. • When using the earphones, do NOT set the volume too high. Recording 17 To EAR (earphone) jack Listening While Audio is connected, no sound will come from...
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... screen. button to choose "VCVA". 3 3 Press the OK or 9 button. Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) 2 5 6 18 1 Press and hold the OK button for 1 second or longer. a VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator Off: Will resume recording in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when 2 the volume drops below the threshold...
... screen. button to choose "VCVA". 3 3 Press the OK or 9 button. Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) 2 5 6 18 1 Press and hold the OK button for 1 second or longer. a VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator Off: Will resume recording in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when 2 the volume drops below the threshold...
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Adjust the Start/Stop Actuation Level Press the 9 or 0 button to sounds. Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) 7 Press the REC button to start recording. 7 When the sound volume is lower than the preset threshold sound level, recording 2 automatically stops after 1 sec approximately, and "Standby" flashes on the selected microphone sensitivity mode ( P.21). •...
Adjust the Start/Stop Actuation Level Press the 9 or 0 button to sounds. Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) 7 Press the REC button to start recording. 7 When the sound volume is lower than the preset threshold sound level, recording 2 automatically stops after 1 sec approximately, and "Standby" flashes on the selected microphone sensitivity mode ( P.21). •...
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...8226; When the speakers voice is to be recorded clearly, set to Dict (dictation) mode and move the built-in stereo microphone close to the speaker's mouth (5 to 10 cm / 2 to 4 inches) and record. • If the ambient (background) noise is adjustable to meet recording needs. 2 1 Press...microphone sensitivity setup process begins. 4 Press the + or - button to choose between "Conf" and "Dict". 5 6 Conf: High-sensitivity mode that you use an ME12 single directional microphone (sold separately). 21 The menu opens ( P.38,74). 2 1 2 Press the + or - Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense)...
...8226; When the speakers voice is to be recorded clearly, set to Dict (dictation) mode and move the built-in stereo microphone close to the speaker's mouth (5 to 10 cm / 2 to 4 inches) and record. • If the ambient (background) noise is adjustable to meet recording needs. 2 1 Press...microphone sensitivity setup process begins. 4 Press the + or - button to choose between "Conf" and "Dict". 5 6 Conf: High-sensitivity mode that you use an ME12 single directional microphone (sold separately). 21 The menu opens ( P.38,74). 2 1 2 Press the + or - Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense)...
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...high fidelity of the recording, which only stereo can be plugged into your own voice while minimizing surrounding noise and suits for voice recognition. The voice or conversation over the phone can be recorded. Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices Recording from External Microphone or... ME12 (Dictation microphone) This microphone is used . 2 Recording with a tie-clip. Connect as follows by the device to the microphone jack of the recorder. Furthermore, it is connected to be used to the microphone jack of the recorder, the built-in microphone will not operate...
...high fidelity of the recording, which only stereo can be plugged into your own voice while minimizing surrounding noise and suits for voice recognition. The voice or conversation over the phone can be recorded. Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices Recording from External Microphone or... ME12 (Dictation microphone) This microphone is used . 2 Recording with a tie-clip. Connect as follows by the device to the microphone jack of the recorder. Furthermore, it is connected to be used to the microphone jack of the recorder, the built-in microphone will not operate...
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... When the monaural microphone is inserted into the microphone jack in ST HQ mode, the sound will be recorded only in power, which receives the power supply from this recorder, can be used. • Please do not insert/remove the cord to/from External Microphone or Other Devices To MIC (...microphone) jack Recording the Sound of Other To audio output Devices with This Recorder terminal of other 2 devices The sound can be recorded to other devices ...
... When the monaural microphone is inserted into the microphone jack in ST HQ mode, the sound will be recorded only in power, which receives the power supply from this recorder, can be used. • Please do not insert/remove the cord to/from External Microphone or Other Devices To MIC (...microphone) jack Recording the Sound of Other To audio output Devices with This Recorder terminal of other 2 devices The sound can be recorded to other devices ...
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... is set time of the previous playback. • If you press and hold the 0 button, the recorder will start fast rewind from the end of the last file, and start playback in reverse skip returning to... the earphone after turning down the volume level. • When you press and hold the 9 button, the recorder will skip to the starting position of the head file, and stop at the starting position of the last file... following operation can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder for listening. ➥ When the earphone is used, the recorder speaker will be played in hearing ability. 27
... is set time of the previous playback. • If you press and hold the 0 button, the recorder will start fast rewind from the end of the last file, and start playback in reverse skip returning to... the earphone after turning down the volume level. • When you press and hold the 9 button, the recorder will skip to the starting position of the head file, and stop at the starting position of the last file... following operation can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder for listening. ➥ When the earphone is used, the recorder speaker will be played in hearing ability. 27
WS-300M Instructions (English)
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... on this recorder's 5 voice folders (DSS_FLDA to the recorder, do not format the drive of this recorder. Lite, which can be transferred and played back on Using the Recorder Connected to a PC When you are downloading a file from the website of the recorder ( P.79). Also, using the file management tool such as "Explorer". OLYMPUS homepage : http://www.olympus.com/ Saving...
... on this recorder's 5 voice folders (DSS_FLDA to the recorder, do not format the drive of this recorder. Lite, which can be transferred and played back on Using the Recorder Connected to a PC When you are downloading a file from the website of the recorder ( P.79). Also, using the file management tool such as "Explorer". OLYMPUS homepage : http://www.olympus.com/ Saving...
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You can copy them to your computer. If you are using Windows 2000, Windows Media Player must be installed on your computer. The 5 folders of the rear side. 3 Connect the recorder's USB terminal to a PC USB port or USB hub. Launch My computer, in these ...be launched and playback will turn the recorder off . 2 Detach the battery compartment pressing the RELEASE button of this recorder are saved in WMA format in the window, the recorder will appear as "DSS_FLDA", "DSS_FLDB", "DSS_FLDC", "DSS_FLDD" and "DSS_FLDE", and the recorded voice files are displayed as a removable disk....
You can copy them to your computer. If you are using Windows 2000, Windows Media Player must be installed on your computer. The 5 folders of the rear side. 3 Connect the recorder's USB terminal to a PC USB port or USB hub. Launch My computer, in these ...be launched and playback will turn the recorder off . 2 Detach the battery compartment pressing the RELEASE button of this recorder are saved in WMA format in the window, the recorder will appear as "DSS_FLDA", "DSS_FLDB", "DSS_FLDC", "DSS_FLDD" and "DSS_FLDE", and the recorded voice files are displayed as a removable disk....