Olympus Recorder Operating Manual

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DETAILEDINSTRUCTIONS

DIGITAL VOICE

RECORDER

Thank you for purchasing an OlympusDigital Voice Recorder.

Please read these instructions for informationabout using the product correctly and safely.Keep the instructions handy for future reference.

To ensure successful recording, we recommend thatyou test the record function and volume before use.

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Introduction

The contents of this document are subject to change without notice. Contact ourCustomer Support Center for the latest information relating to product names and model

numbers. Illustrations of the screen and the recorder shown in this manual may differ from the

actual product. The utmost care has been taken to ensure the integrity of this documentbut should you happen to find a questionable item, error or omission, please contact ourCustomer Support Center.

Olympus does not accept any liability for passive damages or damage of any kind incurreddue to data loss resulting from a defect of the product, repair performed by a third partyother than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or for any other reason.

Trademarks and registered trademarks

IBM and PC/AT are trademarks or registered trademarks of International BusinessMachines Corporation.

Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks of MicrosoftCorporation.

Macintosh and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.

microSD and microSDHC are trademarks of SD Card Association. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology is licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. The product was developed based on noise-canceling technology under license from NEC

Corporation. Voice Activity Detection technology is licensed from NTT Electronics Corporation.

Other product and brand names mentioned herein are the trademarks or registeredtrademarks of their respective owners.


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Introduction

Safety precautions ............................................ 41 Getting started

Main features .................................................... 8Identification of parts ......................................10

Display (LCD panel)..................................................11Power supply ....................................................14

Inserting the battery ...............................................14

Battery settings .......................................................15Charging by connec ting to a computer via USB ......16Connecting the USB-type AC adapter

(optional) to charge ..........................................17Turning on/off the power ........................................19

HOLD ................................................................20

Setting the time and date [Time & Date] ...........21Changing the time and date ....................................22

Inserting and ejecting a microSD c ard ...............23Inserting a microSD card .........................................23Ejecting a microSD card ...........................................24

[Home] display operations ................................25

Notes on the folders .........................................26About the folders for voice recordings ....................26About the folders for music playback .....................27

Selec ting fol ders a nd files ................................28

2 About recordingRecording .........................................................29

Changing the recording scene [Rec Scene] .............32

Recommended settings according tothe recording conditions ...................................33

Recording from an external microphone or

other device .......................................................34

3 About playbackPlayback ..........................................................36

Searching for a file ..................................................40Changing the playback sound .................................41

Setting an index mark or a temp mark ...................42How to begin segment repeat playback .................43Changing the playback scene [Play Scene] .............44

Erasing .............................................................45Erasing fi les .............................................................45Erasing a folder ........................................................45

4 About the FM radio

(WS-803 only)Using the FM radio ............................................47FM radio mode operations ............................... 48

Presetting radio stations automatically

[Auto-preset] ....................................................49Changing the reception mode ................................50Adding a radio station .............................................51

Recording from the FM radio.............................52

5 Menu settingMenu setting method .......................................53

+File Menu ............................................................55,Rec Menu ............................................................56-Play Menu ...........................................................61.LCD/Sound Menu................................................64/Device Menu .......................................................65

FM Menu .............................................................67Extract voice por tions from f ile [Voice Detect] .......68Rearranging files [Replace] .....................................69Moving/Copying files [Move/Copy] ........................70

Dividing files [File Divide] .......................................72Changing the USB class [USB Set tings] ...................73Formatting the recorder [Format] ..........................74

6 Using the recorder on your PCOperating environment ....................................77Connecting to your PC .......................................79

Disconnecting from your PC ....................................80Transfer voice files to your PC ...........................81Usage as external memory of the PC .................82

7 Other informationAlarm message list ...........................................83Troubleshooting ...............................................85

Accessories (optional) ...................................... 88Specif ications...................................................89Technical assistance and su pport ......................94

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Before using your new recorder, read thismanual carefully to ensure that you know

how to operate it safely and correctly.Keep this manual in an easily accessiblelocation for future reference. The warning symbols indicate important

safety related information. To protectyourself and others from personal injuryor damage to property, it is essentialthat you always read the warnings and

information provided.

Cautions relating to the operating

environment To protect the high-precision

technology contained in thisproduct, never use or store therecorder in any of the followingenvironments: Places where temperatures and/or

humidity are high or undergo extremechanges, such as direct sunlight,beaches, locked cars, or near otherheat sources (stove, radiator, etc.) orhumidifiers.

In sandy or dusty environments. Near flammable items or explosives. In wet places, such as bathrooms or in

the rain. In places prone to strong vibration.

Never drop the recorder or subjectit to severe shock or vibration.

The recorder may malfunctionif it is used in a location whereit is subject to a magnetic/

electromagnetic field, radio waves,or high voltage, such as near aTV set, microwave, video game,loud speakers, large monitor unit,TV/radio tower, or transmissiontowers. In such cases, momentarilyturn the recorder off before further

operation. Avoid recording or playing back

near cellular phones or otherwireless equipment, as they maycause interference and noise. Ifyou experience noise, move therecorder further away from such

equipment. Do not use organic solvents suchas alcohol and lacquer thinner toclean the unit.

Safety precautions

fDangerIf the product is used withoutobserving the information givenunder this symbol, serious injuryor death may result.

fWarningIf the product is used withoutobserving the information givenunder this symbol, injury ordeath may result.

fCautionIf the product is used withoutobserving the informationgiven under this symbol, minorpersonal injury, damage to theequipment, or loss of valuabledata may result.


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Safety precautions

Precautions relating to reception:

Radio reception will vary substantiallydepending on where you are using theradio. If the reception is poor, try movingthe recorder near to a window and awayfrom electrical products such as cellularphones, televisions, fluorescent lights etc.

Warning regarding data loss:

Recorded content in memory may be

destroyed or erased by operating errors,unit malfunction, or during repair work.It is recommended to back up and saveimportant content to other media such asa computer hard disk.

Olympus does not accept any liability forpassive damages or damage of any kindincurred due to data loss resulting from a

defect of the product, repair performedby a third party other than Olympus or anOlympus authorized service station, orfor any other reasons.

Handling the recorder

fWarning: Do not use the recorder nearflammable or explosive gases.

Keep young children and infantsaway from the recorder.Always use and store the recorder out ofthe reach of young children and infantsto prevent the following dangerous

situations which could cause seriousinjury:

1Becoming entangled in the recorderstrap, causing strangulation.

2Accidentally swallowing the battery,cards or other small parts.

3Accidentally being injured by themoving parts of the recorder.

Do not use or store the recorder industy or humid places.

Do not disassemble, repair ormodify the unit yourself.

Use microSD/microSDHC memorycards only. Never use other typesof cards.If you accidentally insert another typeof card into the recorder, contact anauthorized distributor or service center.Do not try to remove the card by force.

Do not operate the unit whiledriving or riding a vehicle (such as

a bicycle, motorcycle, or car).fCaution: Stop using the recorder

immediately if you notice anyunusual odors, noise, or smokeemanating from it.Never remove the batteries with bare

hands. Doing so may cause a fire or burnyour hands.

Be careful with the strap.Be careful with the strap when carryingthe recorder. It could easily catch onsomething and cause serious damage.

Do not leave the recorder where it

may be subject to extremely hightemperatures.Doing so may cause parts to deteriorateand, in some circumstances, cause therecorder to catch fire. Do not cover (suchas with a blanket) the charger or ACadapter while it is being used. This couldcause overheating, resulting in fire.

Handle the recorder with care toavoid getting a low-temperatureburn. If the recorder contains metal parts,

overheating can result in a low-temperature burn. Note the following:

When used for a long period, therecorder will get hot. If you hold the

recorder while it is hot, you may suffera low-temperature burn.


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Safety precautions

In places subject to extremely coldtemperatures, the temperature of

the recorder may be lower than theambient temperature. If possible, weargloves when handling the recorder incold temperatures.

Battery handling precautions

Follow these important guidelinesto prevent batteries from leaking,overheating, burning, exploding, orcausing electrical shock or burns.

fDanger: Do not attempt to recharge

alkaline, lithium or any other non-rechargeable batteries.

Batteries should never be exposedto flame, heated, short-circuited ordisassembled.

Never heat or incinerate batteries. Take precautions when carrying or

storing batteries to prevent themfrom coming into contact with any

metal objects such as jewelry, pins,fasteners, etc. Never store batteries where they

will be exposed to direct sunlight,or subjected to high temperaturesin a hot vehicle, near a heat source,etc.

To prevent causing battery leaksor damaging their terminals,carefully follow all instructionsregarding the use of batteries.Never attempt to disassemble abattery or modify it in any way bysoldering it, etc.

Do not connect the battery directlyto a power outlet or the cigarettelighter in an automobile.

If battery fluid gets into your eyes,flush your eyes immediately withclean, cold running water and seekmedical attention immediately.

fWarning: Keep batteries dry at all times. If rechargeable batteries have

not been recharged within the

specified time, do not use them. Do not use a battery if it is crackedor broken.

Never subject batteries to strongshock or continuous vibration.

If a battery leaks, becomesdiscolored or deformed, or

becomes abnormal in any otherway during operation, stop usingthe recorder.

If a battery leaks fluid onto yourclothing or skin, remove theclothing and flush the affectedarea with clean, cold running water

immediately. If the fluid burnsyour skin, seek medical attentionimmediately.

Keep batteries out of the reach ofchildren.

If you notice anything unusualwhen using this product, such asabnormal noise, heat, smoke, or aburning odor:1remove the battery immediately,

taking care not to burn yourself, and;2call your dealer or local Olympus

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Safety precautions

fCaution: Please recycle batteries to help

save our planets resources. Whendisposing of dead batteries, besure to cover their terminals andalways observe local laws andregulations.

Always charge a rechargeablebattery before using it for the first

time, or if it has not been used for along period.

Rechargeable batteries have alimited life. When the recorder'soperating time becomesnotably shorter even after therechargeable battery is fully

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Mainfeatures

Main featuress The Built-in Stereo FM tuner

means you can use the recorderas a radio (WS-803 only) (P.47).

s It supports the linear PCM format,which is capable of recordingsound quality equivalent to

that of CDs (WS-803, WS-802only) (P.56).

s It supports a wide range ofrecording formats, including theMP3 format (MPEG-1/MPEG-2Audio Layer 3) and the WindowsMedia Audio (WMA) format

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P.56).s You can play back WAV*, WMA,

and MP3 format files transferredfrom a computer in addition tofiles recorded by the device itself.

This allows you to use this recorder as amusic player.

* WS-803, WS-802 only.s It supports high capacityrecording media. Besides theinternal memory, you can alsorecord into a microSD card(P.23).

s A directional microphone feature

has been included that allowsswitching between broad stereorecording and recording with ahighly directional quality(WS-803 only) (P.57).

s It is equipped with a varietyof features that support audiorecording.With this recorder you can customize avariety of recording functions such as therecording sensitivity to suit the recordingconditions and personal preferences( P.56).

s It has a built-in Variable ControlVoice Actuator (VCVA) function(P.57).

s The Low Cut Filter minimizes airconditioner noise and similarnoises while recording (P.57).

s It has recording scene setting andplayback scene setting functionsto register the best settingaccording to the use (P.32,P.44, P.59, P.63).

s It is equipped with the [CalendarSearch] function, convenient forsearching for files (P.40).

s It features a [Voice Detect]function, which extracts just thevoice portions from a recordedaudio file, and a [Voice Playback]function, which plays back justthe extracted voice portions

(P.61, P.68).s It also features a [Voice Balancer]

function, which compensatesfor the low-volume portions of arecorded audio file, making themlouder and therefore easier tounderstand (P.61).

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Main features

s A Noise Cancel function (P.61)and a Voice Filter function*

(P.61) cut noise and enableclear audio playback.* WS-801 only.

s It features various repeatfunctions (P.43, P.62).

s You can change the playbackequalizer settings (P.62).

s You can move or copy filesbetween the internal memoryand microSD card, and within thefolders in the memory (WS-803,WS-802 only) (P.70).

s You can divide files (PCM*, MP3)that have been recorded with thisrecorder into two files (P.72).* WS-803, WS-802 only.

s Index mark and temp markfeatures allow you to quickly finddesired locations (P.42).

s The playback speed and tone*can be controlled (P.41).* WS-803, WS-802 only.

s This recorder is compatiblewith USB 2.0, enabling fast datatransfer to a computer.

s It has a USB charging function(WS-803, WS-802 only) (P.16).

s It has a backlight full-dot display(LCD panel).


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Identification of parts

1Built-in stereo microphone (L)2Built-in stereo microphone (R)3LED indicator light (LED)

4Card cover5LISTbutton6MIC(Microphone) jack7Display (LCD panel)8MENUbutton9+button0REC (s) (Record) button

!9button@button#SCENE/INDEXbutton$STOP (4) button%0button^`OKbutton&

ERASEbutton

*Built-in speaker(Battery cover)EAR(Earphone) jack

-POWER/HOLDswitch=USB connector slide leverqStrap holewUSB connector

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Display (LCD panel)

4[Recorder] mode display:

Folder list display

1Recording media indicator

[l]: Internal memory[m]: microSD card2Current folder name3Battery indicator4Folder name

File list display

1Recording media indicator2Current folder name3Battery indicator

4File name

File display

1Recording media indicator

2Current file name3Battery indicator4 Folder indicator, Recording mode

indicator, File Lock indicator5Recorder status indicator

[K]: Record indicator[]: Pause indicator[ ]: Stop indicator

[]: Play indicator[]: Forwarding indicator[]: Rewinding indicator[N]: F. Play indicator[M]: S. Play indicator[ ]: Change playback tone indicator

(sharp)[ ]: Change playback tone indicator

(flat)6Remaining memory bar indicator,

Playback position bar indicator7Icon display (P.13)8 Current file number/ Total

number of recorded files in thefolder

9Elapsed recording time,Elapsed playback time0Remaining recording time,

File length!Level meter,

Recording date and time


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1Recording media indicator[l]: Internal memory[m]: microSD card

2Current folder name3Battery indicator4Folder name, File name

File display

4[Music] mode display:

List display 1

When there are files andfolders in the folder

List display 2

1Recording media indicator2Current folder name

3Battery indicator4File name

When there are only files inthe folder

1Recording media indicator2Current file name

3Battery indicator4Recorder status indicator

[]: Play indicator[ ]: Stop indicator[]: Forwarding indicator[]: Rewinding indicator[N]: F. Play indicator[M]: S. Play indicator[ ]: Change playback tone indicator

(sharp)[ ]: Change playback tone indicator

(flat)

Current file number/ Totalnumber of recorded files in thefolder

5Title name6Artist name7Album name8Playback position bar indicator9Elapsed playback time,

File length0Icon display (P.13)


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Icon display (For all modes)

[]: Speaker muting

[ ]: Voice Playback *1[ ]: Voice Detect *1[?]: Rec Level[]: VCVA[]: Voice sync

[]: Equalizer

*1WS-803, WS-802 only. *2WS-803 only. *3WS-801 only.

1Recording media indicator2Battery indicator3Recording mode indicator4Preset number5Tuning frequency6

Frequency bar indicator

4 [FM Radio] mode display:

Radio reception display

[0]: Low Cut Filter

[]: Zoom Mic *2[%]: Noise Cancel[$]: Voice Balancer *1

Voice Filter *3[ ] [] [ ]: Playback mode

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Powersupply

2 Insert the AAA battery in thebattery box from the-side

gently without touching thespring.

3 Slide the battery's-side towardsthe spring and sit the batterycompletely by pushing down its=side.

Power supply

Inserting the battery

This recorder can be used with either aNi-MH rechargeable battery or AAA alkalinebattery.

When charging the recorder, make

sure that the supplied Ni-MHrechargeable battery (BR404) is inplace.

The supplied rechargeable batteryis not fully charged. Before usingthe recorder or after long periods ofdisuse, it is recommended that youcontinuously charge the battery until

full (

P.16).

For WS-803, WS-802:

This recorder cannot charge therechargeable battery.

For WS-801:

1 Lightly press down on the arrowand slide the battery cover open.

4 Close the battery cover completelyby pressing down atA, thensliding the cover towardsB.

Do not close the battery cover withthe battery not completely sit into the

battery box.

Notes

A manganese battery cannot be used inthis recorder.

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Power supply

Battery indicator

When [ ] appears on the display,charge or replace the battery as soonas possible. When the battery hasinsufficient power to operate therecorder, [ ] and [Battery low]appear on the display and therecorder shuts down.

Battery settings

Select the battery type to match the batteryyou are using.

1 Replace the battery and turn onthe recorder (P.14, P.19).

2 Press the + or button to changethe setting.

[Ni-MH] ( ):Select when using the Olympus

Ni-MH rechargeable battery (BR404).[Alkaline] ( ):

Select when using an alkaline battery.

3 Press the`OKbutton tocomplete the setting.

If the Hour indicator flashes in thedisplay, see Setting the time and

date [Time & Date] (P.21).

The battery indicator on the displaychanges as the battery loses power.

Battery type

Note

When a voice/music file is played,

depending on the volume level therecorder may be reset due to a drop inthe voltage output of the battery even if[ ] is displayed in the battery indicator.In this case, lower the volume of therecorder.

When the battery is changed, a AAAalkaline battery or Olympus Ni-MH

rechargeable battery is recommended. Be sure to stop the recorder before

replacing the battery. Unloading thebattery while the recorder is in use maycause a malfunction resulting in thecorruption of the file, etc. If you take outthe battery during recording, you willlose your currently recorded file because

the file header will not be able to close. If it takes longer than 15 minutes to

replace the dead battery or if you takethe battery in and out repeatedly at shortintervals, you may have to re-enter thebattery and time settings. In this case,[Battery] screen will appear. For moredetails, see Battery settings.

Remove the battery if you are not goingto use the recorder for an extendedperiod of time.

When replacing the rechargeable battery,be sure to use a Ni-MH rechargeablebattery (optional). The use of othermanufacturers products can damage therecorder and should be avoided.


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Power supply

Powersupply

Charging by connecting to a

computer via USB

You can charge the battery by connectingto a PCs USB port. When charging, be sureto place the rechargeable battery (supplied)correctly into the recorder (P.14).

1 Boot the PC.

2 Slide the USB connector slide

lever in the direction indicatedby the arrow so that the USBconnector protrudes from therecorder.

Do not charge a primary battery suchas an alkaline or lithium battery. It

may cause battery leakage or heating,which may cause the recorder tomalfunction.

For WS-803, WS-802:

3 Make sure that the recorder is instop mode, and connect to the

PCs USB port.

4 Press the`OKbutton to startcharging.

While [Press OK to start charging] isflashing, press the`OKbutton.

5 Charging is completed when the

battery indicator shows [ ].

Before connecting via USB, exit HOLDmode (P.20).

Charging time:approximately 3 hours ** This is the approximate time when

charging the rechargeable batteryfully from flat at room temperature.

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Power supply

Connecting the USB-type ACadapter (optional) to charge

You can charge the recorder by connecting

it to the USB-type AC adapter (A514)(optional).

For WS-803, WS-802:

2 Plug the AC adapter into the ACoutlet.

To the ACoutlet

To the USB-type AC

adapters (A514)USB connector

Before connecting the AC adapter,switch the USB connection setting to[AC Adapter] (P.73).

Before connecting via USB, exit HOLDmode (P.20).

1 Plug the recorder into the ACadapters USB port.

3 Press the`OKbutton to startcharging.

While [Press OK to start charging] isflashing, press the`OKbutton.

4 Charging is completed when[Battery full] is displayed.

The charging time depends on theamount of remaining power and the

state of the battery.

Notes

The recorder cannot be charged if the PCis not turned on, or if the PC is in standby,hibernate, or sleep mode.

Do not charge the recorder with the USBhub connected.

Insert the supplied rechargeable batteryand set [Battery] to [Ni-MH]. If [Battery]is set to [Alkaline], you cannot recharge

(P.15, P.65). You cannot charge the battery if [ ]*1

or [ ]*2is blinking. Charge the batteryat a temperature in the range of 5C to35C (41F to 95F).*1[ ]: The surrounding temperature is

too low.

*2[ ]: The surrounding temperature istoo high.

When the recorders operating timebecomes notably shorter even afterthe battery is fully charged, replace thebattery with a new one.

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Powersupply

Cautions concerning the rechargeablebattery

Read the following descriptions carefullybefore using the Ni-MH rechargeablebattery.

Discharging:

The rechargeable battery self-dischargeswhile not in use. Be sure to charge it fully

before use.Operating temperature:

The rechargeable battery is a chemicalproduct. The efficiency of the rechargeablebattery may fluctuate even whenthe battery is operating within therecommended temperature range. This is aninherent nature of such products.

Recommended temperature range:

When operating the recorder:0C - 42C/ 32F - 107.6F

Charging:5C - 35C/ 41F - 95F

Storage for a long period:

20C - 30C/ 4F - 86FUsing the rechargeable battery outsidethe above temperature range may result indeclining efficiency and a shorter batterylife. In order to prevent battery leakage orrust, remove the rechargeable battery fromthe recorder when you will not be using itfor a long time, and store it separately.

Notes

This recorder is designed to fully chargethe battery regardless of its energy level.However, for best results when charginga newly purchased rechargeable batteryor a battery that has not been used fora long time (more than one month), it

is recommended to repeat the processof fully charging the battery and thenletting it discharge 2 to 3 times.

Use the dedicated USB cable. If any othercompanys cable is used, it may lead to

malfunction of the recorder. Also, neveruse this dedicated cable with any othercompanys products.

If you would like to charge the recorderusing the [Composite] setting, select[Optional] in the USB connectionsettings, then connect the recorder to aPC. Selecting [AC Adapter] in the

[USB Connection] display will enable youto charge the recorder (P.73).

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Power supply

Turning on/off the powerWhen the recorder is not being used,turn the power off to reduce batteryconsumption. Existing data, mode settings,and clock settings are not lost when thepower is turned off.

Turning on the power

While the recorder is turned off,slide the POWER/HOLDswitch in thedirection of the arrow.

The power turns on.

Power save mode

If the recorder is on but is not used for 10minutes or longer (default), the displayshuts off and the recorder goes intopower save mode (P.65).

To exit power save mode, press anybutton.

Turning off the power

Slide the POWER/HOLDswitch in thedirection of the arrow, and hold itfor 0.5 seconds or longer.

The power turns off. The resume function remembers the stop

position before the power is turned off.

When disposing of the rechargeablebattery, always observe the local laws and

regulations. Contact your local recyclingcenter for proper disposal methods. If the Ni-MH rechargeable battery is not

fully discharged, protect against short-circuiting (e.g. by taping the contacts)before disposal.

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HOLD

If you set the recorder to HOLD mode, the current settings will be preserved and all buttonswill 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.

Setting the recorder to HOLD mode

Slide the POWER/HOLDswitch to the[HOLD] position.

After [Hold] appears on the display, therecorder is set to HOLD mode.

Notes

If you press any button while the recorder is in HOLD mode, the clock display lights for 2seconds, but the recorder does not operate.

If HOLD is applied during playback (recording), operation is disabled with the playback(recording) state unchanged (When playback has ended or recording has ended due tothe remaining memory being used up, the recorder stops).

HOLD

Exiting HOLD mode

Slide the POWER/HOLDswitch to theAposition.

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If you set the time and date before usingthe recorder, recording time and date

information is automatically stored for eachfile. Setting the time and date beforehandenables easier file management.

When you use the recorder for thefirst time, or when the battery isinserted after the recorder has notbeen used for a long time, [Set time& date] will appear. When Hour isflashing, conduct setup from Step 1.

1 Press the9or0button toselect the item you want to set.

Select Hour, Minute, Year,Month or Day by moving theflashing position.

2 Press the +or button to changethe value.

Follow the same steps by pressing the9or0button to select the nextitem, and pressing the +or buttonto change the value.

You can select between 12 and 24hour display by pressing the LISTbutton while setting the hour andminute.

Example: 10:38 P.M10:38 PM(Initial setting)

22:38

You can select the order of Month,Day and Year by pressing theLISTbutton while setting these items.Example: March 24, 2012

3M 24D 2012Y(Initial setting)

24D 3M 2012Y

2012Y 3M 24D


The clock will start from the set dateand time. Press theÒKbutton whenyou want the clock to start.

Note

If you press theÒKbutton during thesetup operation, the recorder will savethe items that were set to that point.

3 Press theÒKbutton tocomplete the setting.+button

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Changing the time and date

5 Press theÒKbutton.

[Time & Date] appears on the display. Hour flashes on the display,indicating the start of the Time andDate setup process.

3 Press theÒKbutton to movethe cursor to the item you want

to set. [Device Menu] appears on the

display.

4 Press the +or button to select[Time & Date].

1 While the recorder is in stopmode, press the MENUbutton.

The menu will appear on the display(P.53).

2 Press the +or button to select[Device Menu] tab.

You can change the menu display bymoving the settings tab cursor.

While the recorder is in stop mode,press and hold the STOP(4) button todisplay [Time & date] and [Remain].If the current time and date are notcorrect, set them using the procedurebelow.

The following steps are the same asStep 1 through Step 3 of Setting thetime and date [Time & Date] (P.21).

6 Press the STOP(4) button toclose the menu screen.

+button90button

ÒKbutton

STOP(4) button

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The microSD indicated in the instructionmanual refers to both microSD and

microSDHC. This recorder enables you tostore data not only to the internal memorybut also to a commercially available microSDcard.

Inserting a microSD card

1 While the recorder is in stop

mode, open the card cover.

3 Close the card cover securely.

2 With the microSD card facing thecorrect way, insert it into the cardslot as shown in the diagram.

Insert the microSD card, keeping itstraight.

Inserting the microSD card in thewrong way or at an angle could

damage the contact area or cause themicroSD card to jam. If the microSD card is not inserted all

the way, data may not be recorded onthe microSD card.

When you insert the microSD card,the recording media changeoverdisplay will appear.

4 To record on a microSD card,press the +or button andselect [Yes].

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It is possible to switch the recording

media over to the internal memory(P.65).

In some cases microSD cards that havebeen formatted (initialized) by anotherdevice, such as a computer, may not berecognized. Be sure to format microSDcards with this recorder before usingthem (P.74).

Ejecting a microSD card

1 While the recorder is in stopmode, open the card cover.

2 Push the microSD card inward to

unlock it, and let it eject partially.

The microSD card is visibly out of theslot and can be removed safely.

If you eject the microSD card when[Memory Select] is set to[microSD card], [Memory Select]will automatically change to[Internal memory selected].

3 Close the card cover securely.

Notes

Quickly moving your finger away afterpushing the microSD card inward maycause it to eject forcefully out of the slot.

Some microSD cards or microSDHCcards may not be recognized correctlydepending on the manufacturer or type

of card due to compatibility issues withthis recorder. See the Olympus website for a list

of microSD cards that have beenconfirmed to operate with this recorderin conditions prescribed by Olympus.The website http://olympus-imaging.jp/ introduces manufacturers and

types of microSD cards confirmed to becompatible. Please note, however, thisis not meant to guarantee that microSDcards will operate. Some microSD cardsmay not be recognized correctly dueto circumstances such as changes inmanufacturer specifications.

If a microSD card is not recognized,

remove the microSD card and then insertit again to see if the recorder recognizesthe microSD card.

Always read the instructions that comewith your microSD card before using.

Processing speed may be slower withsome types of microSD cards. Processingperformance may also be reduced due

to repeated writing and deleting. If thathappens, reformat the microSD card(P.74).

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1 Press the LISTbutton repeatedlyto set the [Home] display.

[Home] appears on the display.

When [Recorder] is selected:You can use the recorder not only as a voicerecorder and a music player but also as a

radio*.*WS-803 only.

2 Press the +or button to selectthe mode.

When [Calendar Search] is selected:

The recorder will go into

[Recorder] mode. You willbe able to record and playback files recorded by therecorder (P.29, P.36).


Note

During recording, you cannot switch themode without stopping the recorder.

LISTbutton

+button`OKbutton

When [Music] is selected:

When [FM Radio]* is selected:

The recorder will go into[Music] mode, and you willbe able to play back musicfiles transferred to therecorder (P.36).

The recorder will go into[Calendar Search] mode,and you can search forfiles according to therecording date (P.40).

The recorder will go into

[FM Radio] mode, and youwill be able to receive FMradio (P.47).

*WS-803 only

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Folder C

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The internal memory or a microSD card can be used as the recording media. Voice files andmusic files are separated into folders for voice recordings and folders for music playback that

are organized and saved in a branching tree.About the folders for voice recordings

[Folder A] - [Folder E] within the [Recorder] folder are the folders for voice recordings. Whenrecording with this recorder, select any one of the five folders and then record.

When you record from the radio, the recordedfilewill be stored automatically in the

[Radio Folder] folder (WS-803 only).

Becomes the destination formicrophone recording.

Note

Files or folders located under the [Recorder] folder will not be indicated on the recorder.

You can change the mode

on the [Home] display.

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About the folders for music playback

When music files are transferred to the device using Windows Media Player, a folder isautomatically created within the music playback folder which has a layered structure asshown in the diagram below. Music files that are in the same folder can be rearranged inpreferential order and replayed (P.69).

Each folder can storeup to 200 files.

Up to 300*folders can be created under the [Music]folder, including [Music].

*For WS-801: 128 folders.

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Change folders while the recorder is stopped or during play. For information on the layeredstructure of the folders, see the section entitled Notes on the folders (P.26).

Moving through the levels

}Return: LISTbuttonEach time you press this button, youmove up one level. The0button canalso serve as the LISTbutton on a listdisplay. If you press and hold the LISTbutton

while moving in a hierarchy of folders,you will return to the file display.

{Proceed:`OKbuttonEach time you press this button, you

open the folder or file selected in the listdisplay and proceed down one level. The9button can also serve as the`OKbutton on a list display.

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Operation of the folders for music playback

[Home] display

Folder list

display

File list display File display

Folder listdisplay

(First layer)

Folder listdisplay

(Second layer)

File list display File display

Example:

WS-803

When [Music] folder is selected.

+or buttonSelect a folder or file.

[Home] display:This display allows the mode of therecorder to be changed (P.25).

List display:The folders and files stored in therecorder are displayed.

File display:Information about the selected file isdisplayed. The recorder is in playbackstandby mode.

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To ensure that you do not lose thebeginning of the recording, verify thatthe LED indicator light or the modeindicator is lit on the display.

When the remaining recording time isless than 60 seconds, the LED indicatorlight starts flashing. When the remainingrecording time drops to 30 and then 10seconds, the light flashes faster.

1 Select a recording folder(P.26).

2 Press the REC(s) button to startrecording.

The LED indicator light turns on and[K] appears on the display.

Turn the microphone in the directionof the source to be recorded.

aRecording mode indicator

bElapsed recording timecRemaining memory bar indicatordRemaining recording timeeLevel meter (changes according to

the recording level and recordingfunction settings)

fFile length

Before starting recording, select a folderamong [&] to [*]. These five folders can beused to categorize recorded informationaccording to type; for example, Folder [&]might be used to store private information,while Folder ['] might be dedicated toholding business information.

Recording

REC(s) button

STOP(4) button

[Rec Mode] cannot be changed inrecording standby mode or whilerecording. Configure this while therecorder is stopped (P.56).

The proper position of the built-instereo microphone for performingstereo recording is over the display. Ifthe microphone is below the displayduring recording, proper stereorecording is impossible because theoriginal sound will be recorded inreverse phase.

3 Press the STOP(4) button to stoprecording.

[L] appears on the display.

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[Folder full] will appear when recordingcannot be continued. Select anotherfolder or delete unnecessary files beforerecording (P.45).

[Memory full] will appear when thememory is full. Delete unnecessary filesbefore recording any further (P.45).

When a microSD card is inserted into therecorder, be sure to confirm the recordingmedia as either [Internal memory]

or [microSD card] so that there is nomistake (P.65). If the REC(s) button is pressed when a

function other than the record function isspecified, [Cannot record in this folder]is displayed. Select a folder from[Folder A] through [Folder E] and startrecording again.

Processing speed may be slower withsome types of microSD cards. Processingperformance may also be reduced dueto repeated writing and deleting. If thathappens, reformat the microSD card(P.74).

We recommend formatting the recordingmedia in the recorder before recording

(

P.74).For WS-803: You can record FM radio in [FM Radio]

mode (P.47). This recorder is designed to be able to

record cleanly and evenly, even whenthe volume of the source sound changessignificantly. However, even higher sound

quality recordings can be achieved byadjusting the recording level manually(P.56).

Recording will continue even if thevolume of a single file exceeds 2 GB inlinear PCM format recording.

The data is saved every 2 GB inseparate files. It is treated as multiplefiles during playback.

If the recording exceeds 2 GB, thenumber of files in the folder mayexceed 200. The 201st and later filesare not recognized by the recorder,so check by connecting the recorder

to a PC.

4It is possible to record dataexceeding 2GB:

For WS-803, WS-802:

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[] will appear on the display. Recording will stop, and the file that was

just recorded will be played back.For WS-803: When the`OKbutton is pressed while

audio is being recorded in [FM Radio]mode, the recorder automatically enters[Recorder] mode, and the last filerecorded from the FM radio is playedback.

Pause

While the recorder is in recordingmode, press the REC(s) button.

[] will appear on the display. The recorder will stop if left on pause for

more than 60 minutes.

Resume Recording:

Press the REC(s) button again. Recording will resume at the point of

interruption.

To quickly check recorded contents

While the recorder is in recording

mode, press the`OKbutton.

Settings relating to recording

[Rec Level](P.56)

Sets the recording sensitivity.

[Rec Mode] *1(P.56)

Sets the recording rate foreach recording format.

[Zoom Mic] *2(P.57)

Sets the directivity of thebuilt-in stereo microphone.

[Low Cut Filter](P.57)

This function can reduce

noise from air conditions andprojectors and other similarnoises.

[VCVA](P.57)

Sets the threshold level forthe Variable Control VoiceActuator (VCVA).

[V-Sync. Rec](P.58)

Sets the start level for voicesync recording.

[Rec Scene](P.59)

Sets recording settings to suitthe recording conditions orenvironment.

*1 This function will be fixed to the followingconfigurations while the recorder is in

[FM Radio] mode (WS-803 only).

[PCM]: 44.1 kHz/16bit

[MP3]: 128 kbps [WMA]: 128 kbps

*2WS-803 only

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Changing the recording scene[Rec Scene]

You can easily change the recording settingsby selecting the scene which best matchesyour usage (P.59).

1 While the recorder is in stopmode, press and hold theSCENE/INDEXbutton.

2 Press the +or button to select[Rec Scene].


4 Press the +or button to selectthe recording environment.


+ button`OKbutton

SCENE/INDEXbutton

Listening while audio is recorded

If you start recording after inserting theearphones into the EARjack on the recorder,you can hear the audio being recorded. Therecording monitor volume can be adjustedby pressing the +or button.

Connect the earphones to the EARjack on the recorder.

After recording has started, you can hear

the audio being recorded through theearphones.

Notes

You cannot control the recording levelusing the volume button.

To avoid hurting your ears, turn down thevolume before inserting the earphonesinto your ears.

Do not place earphones near amicrophone as this may cause feedback.

If an external speaker is connectedwhile recording, there is a risk that audiofeedback will occur.

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Recommended settings according to the recording conditions

The recorder is initially set to [WMA 128kbps] mode so that you can make high quality stereorecordings immediately after purchase. The various recording functions can be configured indetail to suit the recording conditions. The following table shows the recommended settingsfor some example recording conditions.

Recordingconditions

Recommended settings

[Rec Mode] (P.56)[Rec Level](P.56)

[Low Cut Filter](P.57)

[Zoom Mic] *1(P.57)

Lectures in largerooms

[PCM]: [44.1kHz/16bit] *2[MP3]: [128kbps] or more[WMA]: [128kbps]

[High]

[On]

[+6]

Conferences witha large number ofpeople

[MP3]: [128kbps] or more[WMA]: [128kbps]

[Off]

Meetings

and businessnegotiations witha small number ofpeople

[MP3]: [128kbps][WMA]: [128kbps]

[Middle]

Dictation with a lotof background noise

[WMA]: [64kbps] [Low]

Music playing, wildbirds singing, andrailway sounds

[PCM]: [44.1kHz/16bit]*2

Set therecordingsensitivityaccording tothe volumebeingrecorded.

[Off]

*1WS-803 only. *2WS-803, WS-802 only.

803_ 0001 .WMA

1 2 3

File names are automatically created for files recorded by this recorder.

1User ID:This is the user ID name that has been

set on the Digital Voice Recorder.2File number:

A file number is consecutivelyassigned regardless of changes in theselected recording media.

3Extension:This is the file name extensionindicating the recording format usedwhen recording with this recorder.

Linear PCM format* .WAV MP3 format .MP3

WMA format .WMA*WS-803, WS-802 only.

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Recording from an externalmicrophone or other device

An external microphone or other device canbe connected and audio can be recorded.Connect as follows according to the deviceto be used. Do not plug/unplug devices into the

recorders jack while it is recording.

4Recording with an externalmicrophone:Connect an external microphone tothe MICjack of the recorder.

Applicable external microphones(optional) (P.88)

Stereo microphone: ME51SThe built-in large-diameter microphoneenables sensitive stereo recording.

2 channel microphone

(omni-directional): ME30WThese highly sensitive omni-directionalmicrophones are supported by plug-inpower and are well-suited to recordingmusical performances.

Compact Gun Microphone(unidirectional): ME31

This directional microphone is usefulfor various types of recording such asoutdoor recording of wild birds singing.

Compact zoom microphone(unidirectional): ME32

This microphone is integrated with atripod, making it suitable to place ona table for recording conferences orlectures at a distance.

Highly sensitive noise-cancellationmonaural microphone (unidirectional):ME52W

This microphone is used to recordaudio at a distance while minimizingsurrounding noise.

Tie clip microphone (omni-directional):ME15

This small unobtrusive microphonecomes with a tie-clip.

Telephone pickup microphone: TP8This earphone-type microphone canbe placed into your ear while you are

phoning. The voice or conversationfrom the phone can be recorded clearly.

Notes

The built-in microphone becomesinoperable when an external microphoneis plugged into the recorders MICjack.

Microphones supported by plug-inpower can also be used.

When an external monaural microphoneis used while [Rec Mode] is set to a stereorecording mode, audio is recorded to theL channel only (P.56).

When an external stereo microphone

is used while [Rec Mode] is set to amonaural recording mode, audio isrecorded to the L channel only (P.56).

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For WS-803: If you are unable to produce a clear

recording with this recorder even afteradjusting the recording level(P.56), thiscould potentially be because the outputlevel for the connected devices is toohigh or too low. When external devicesare connected, perform a test recording

and then adjust the output level for theexternal devices.

For WS-802, WS-801: The recording level cannot be adjusted

on this recorder. When an external deviceis connected, perform a test recordingand then adjust the output level on theexternal device.

4Recording audio from anotherdevice with this recorder:

Audio can be recorded when you haveconnected the audio output terminal(earphone jack) of another device andthe MICjack of the recorder using theconnecting cord KA333 (optional) fordubbing.

Note

When you adjust the various soundquality settings related to playback onthe recorder, the audio output signal sentout from the EARjack is also adjusted(P.61, P.62).

4Recording audio from thisrecorder with another device:

Audio from this recorder can be recordedto another device by connecting theaudio input terminal (microphone jack) ofthe other device and the EARjack of thisrecorder using the connecting cord KA333(optional).

To MICjackTo audio outputterminal of otherdevice

To EARjack

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aRecording media indicator, File nameFolder indicator

bElapsed playback timecPlayback position bar indicatord

File lengtheRecording date and time

1 Select the file to be played backfrom the folder that containsit (P.28).

2 Press the`OKbutton to startplayback.

[] appears on the display.

4 Press the STOP(4) button at anypoint where you want to stop

playback. [L] appears on the display. Pressing this button stops the file

being played back. If the resumefunction has been activated, the stoplocation is registered, even if thepower is turned off. The next timethe power is turned on, playback is

resumed from the registered stoplocation.

The recorder can play back WAV*, MP3and WMA format files. To play back a filerecorded with another machine, you need totransfer (copy) it from a computer.*WS-803, WS-802 only.

+button`OKbutton

STOP(4) button

3 Press the +or button to adjustthe volume.

The volume can be adjusted withinthe range of [00] to [30].

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[Voice Playback]*1 *3(P.61)

Only the voice portionsfrom a recorded audio fileare played back.

[Noise Cancel] *3(P.61)

If recorded audio is difficultto understand because ofnoisy surroundings, adjustthe Noise Cancel settinglevel.

[Voice Balancer]*1 *3(P.61)

When playing back arecorded audio file, therecorder compensates forany low-volume portionsin the file.

[Voice Filter] *2 *3

(P.61)

The recorder has a VoiceFilter Function to cut lowand high frequency tones

during normal, fast, or slowplayback, playback tone,and enable clear audioplayback.

[Play Mode](P.62)

You can select thepreferred playback mode.

[Equalizer] *4(P.62)

When listening to music,

you can set your favoritesound quality by adjustingthe equalizer setting.

[Skip Space](P.63)

The skip inter val can be set.

[Play Scene](P.63)

Playback settings of yourchoice can be saved to suitdifferent sound qualities

and playback methods.

*1WS-803, WS-802 only.

*2WS-801 only.

*3Function active only in [Recorder] mode.

*4Function active only in [Music] mode.

Playback through the earphones

The earphones can be connected to the EARjack of the recorder for listening. When the earphones are used, the

recorder speaker is switched off.

Notes

To avoid hurting your ears, turn down thevolume before inserting the earphones

into your ears. When using the earphones, do NOT set

the volume too high. Listening at veryhigh volume may lead to hearing loss.

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While the recorder is in stop mode inthe file display, press and hold the9button.

[] appears on the display. When you release the9button,

forwarding stops. Press the`OKbutton

to start playback from where forwardingstopped.

While the recorder is in playbackmode, press and hold the9button.

When you release the9button, therecorder resumes normal playback.

If there is an index mark or temp markwithin the file, the recorder stops at thatlocation (P.42).

The recorder stops when it reaches theend of the file. Continue pressing the9button to continue forwarding fromthe beginning of the next file.

Forwarding Rewinding

While the recorder is in stop mode inthe file display, press and hold the0button.

[] appears on the display. When you release the0button,

rewinding stops. Press the`OKbutton

to start playback from where rewindingstopped.

While the recorder is in playbackmode, press and hold the0button.

When you release the0button, therecorder resumes normal playback.

If there is an index mark or temp markwithin the file, the recorder stops at thatlocation (P.42).

The recorder stops when it reaches thebeginning of the file. Continue pressingthe0button to continue rewindingfrom the end of the previous file.

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About music files

In cases where the recorder is unable to playback music files that have been transferredto it, check to make sure that the samplingrate and bit rate are in the range whereplayback is possible. Combinations ofsampling rates and bit rates for music fileswhich the recorder can play back are givenbelow.

File format Samplingfrequency

Bit rate

WAV format* 44.1 kHz 16 bit

MP3 format

MPEG1 Layer3:32 kHz, 44.1 kHz,48 kHzMPEG2 Layer3:

16 kHz, 22.05 kHz,24 kHz

From 8 kbpsup to 320kbps

WMA format

8 kHz, 11 kHz,16 kHz, 22 kHz,32 kHz, 44.1 kHz,48 kHz

From 5 kbpsup to 320kbps

*WS-803, WS-802 only.

Locating the beginning of a file

While the recorder is in stop modeor playback mode, press the9button.

The recorder skips to the beginning ofthe next file.

While the recorder is in playback

mode, press the0button. The recorder skips to the beginning of

the current file.

While the recorder is in stop mode,press the0button.

The recorder skips to the beginning ofthe previous file. If the recorder is inthe middle of a file, it will return to thebeginning of the file.

While the recorder is in playbackmode, press the0button twice.

The recorder skips to the beginning ofthe previous file.

Notes

When you skip to the beginning of thefile during playback, the recorder stopsat the position of the index mark or tempmark. Index marks and temp marks areskipped when you perform this operationin stop mode (P.42).

When [Skip Space] is set to a settingother than [File Skip], the recorder skipsforward/reverse by the specified timeand then starts playback (P.63).

Variable bit rate MP3 files (in whichconversion bit rates can vary) may not beplayed back properly.

For WAV files, this recorder can onlyplay back those in the linear PCM format.WAV files other than these cannot beplayed back.

Even if the file format is compatible forplayback on this recorder, the recorderdoes not support every encoder.

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1 Press the LISTbutton repeatedlyto set the [Home] display.

2 Press the +or button to select[Calendar Search].

Searching for a file 4 Press the +, ,9or0button to select the date.

9,0buttons:Move to the previous/next day.

+,buttons:Move to the previous/next week.

Press the STOP(4) button to returnto the [Home] display.


Files recorded on the date selectedare displayed in a list.

6 Press the +or button to selecta file.

Press the0button to return to theprevious screen.

7 Press the`OKbutton to startplayback.


[Calendar Search] will appear on thedisplay.

+ button90button`OKbutton

You can search for voice files by the datethey were recorded. As long as you know thedate, you can quickly find a file even if youhave forgotten what folder it is in. It is onlypossible to search for files saved in the voicerecordings folder (&to*).

LISTbutton

aCurrent datebDate when a file

was recorded

cSelected date

Dates with recorded files are shownwith underbars.

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Changing the playback sound

You can change the playback speed andtone*. Changing the playback speed isuseful when you want to speed-listen tothe contents of a lecture or slow down thespeed of a foreign-language phrase that youcouldnt catch.

*WS-803, WS-802 only.

1 While the recorder is in playbackmode, press the`OKbutton.

2 Press the +or button or the9or0 button to make iteasier to catch what is being said.


aPlayback speed/ playback tone

indicator+button`OKbutton

Normal operation may not be availabledepending on the sampling frequencyand the bit rate of the file to be playedback. In such a case, reduce the speedof fast playback.

Limits of fast playback

Notes

As in normal playback mode, you canstop playback, cue a file, or insert anindex or temp mark in playback speed/playback tone*modes as well (P.42).* WS-803, WS-802 only.

When using the playback speed/ tonefunction, the following functions are notavailable. [Noise Cancel] (P.61)

Even if playback is stopped, themodified playback speed and toneare retained.

9,0buttons:Change the playback speed.

+, buttons*:

Change the playback tone.* WS-803, WS-802 only. If you are still having trouble catching

the words after changing theplayback speed, you can make thevoice clearer by changing the tone.

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1 While the recorder is in recordingmode or playback mode, pressthe SCENE/INDEXbutton.

A number appears on the display andan index mark or temp mark is placedinto the file.

Setting an index mark or a tempmark

If index marks and temp marks have beenplaced into your files, you can quickly finda location you want to listen to when youare fast forwarding, fast rewinding, or cuinga file. Index marks can only be placed intofiles created by Olympus voice recorders,but temp marks can be used to temporarily

remember desired locations.

Clearing an index mark or a temp mark

1 Select a file that contains indexor temp marks you wish to erase.

2 Press the9or0button toselect the index or temp mark tobe erased.

3 While the index or temp numberis displayed for approximately 2

seconds on the display, press theERASEbutton.

The index or temp mark is erased.

Index or temp numbers after theerased index or temp numberautomatically decrement by 1.

Notes

Temp marks are temporary markings, soif you transmit a f ile to a PC or move itusing a PC, the marks will automaticallybe erased.

Up to 99 index and temp marks can be setin a file. If you try to set more than 99 indexor temp marks, the [No more can be set]

message appears for index marks and the[No more can be set] message appears fortemp marks.

Index or temp marks cannot be set orerased in a locked file (P.55).

Even after an index or temp mark hasbeen placed into a file, recording orplayback will continue so you canplace index or temp marks in otherlocations in a similar manner.

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repeatedly, and start playback.

2 Press the REC(s) button at theposition where you want to startsegment repeat playback.

[w] flashes on the display.

How to begin segment repeatplayback

This function enables repeated playback ofpart of the file being played.

While [w] is flashing, you can fastforward, rewind, or change theplayback speed in the same way as innormal mode to find the end position(P.41).

If the recorder reaches the end ofthe file while [w] is flashing, point[x] becomes the end of the file, andrepeat playback starts.

3 Press the REC(s) button again atthe position where you want to

end segment repeat playback. The recorder continuously plays back

the segment until segment repeatplayback is canceled.

Note

As in normal playback mode, theplayback speed can be changed during

segment repeat playback as well (P.41).If an index mark or temp mark is set orcleared during segment repeat playback,segment repeat playback is canceled andthe recorder returns to normal playbackmode (P.42).

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Pressing any of the followingbuttons releases segment repeatplayback.

aPress the STOP(4) buttonPressing the STOP(4) button releasessegment repeat playback and stopsplayback.

bPress the REC(s) buttonPressing the REC(s) button releasessegment repeat playback, and it will

return to normal playback mode.cPress the9button

Pressing the9button releasessegment repeat playback, and makesthe recorder skip to the beginning of thenext file.

dPress the0buttonPressing the0button releasessegment repeat playback, and makesthe recorder skip to the beginning of thecurrent file.

Changing the playback scene[Play Scene]

If you register your preferred playbacksettings for the playback scenes, you caneasily select the setting later (P.63).


mode or playback mode, pressand hold the SCENE/INDEXbutton.

2 Press the +or button to select[Play Scene].


4 Press the +or button to select

the playback scene.


+button`OKbutton

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Erasing files

A selected file can be erased from a folder.

Also, all files in a folder can be erasedsimultaneously.

1 Select the file you want to erase(P.28).

2 While the recorder is in stopmode in the file display, press theERASEbutton.

If an action is not selected within 8seconds, the recorder returns to stopmode.

3 Press the +or button to select[All in folder] or [One file].


The display changes to [Erasing!] and

erasing starts. [Erased] is displayed when the file iserased. File numbers are reassignedautomatically.

Erasing a folder

You can erase files by deleting folders.

1 Select the folder you want toerase (P.28).


mode in the folder list display,press the ERASEbutton.

If an action is not selected within 8seconds, the recorder returns to stopmode.


5 Press the +button to select[Start].

+button`OKbutton

ERASEbutton

+button`OKbutton

ERASEbutton

Erasing

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Notes

You cannot recover a file once it has beenerased. Please check carefully beforeerasing.

When a microSD card is inserted into therecorder, be sure to confirm the recordingmedia as either [Internal memory]or [microSD card] so that there is nomistake (P.65).

4 Press the`OKbutton. The display changes to [Erasing!] and

erasing starts. [Erased] is displayed when the file is

erased.

3 Press the +button to select[Start].

Locked files and files set as read-onlycannot be erased (P.55).

The default folders of the recorder,

namely [Recorder] (including [Folder A]to [Folder E] and [Radio Folder]*) and[Music] cannot be erased.*WS-803 only.

In the [Music] folder, all folders except[Music] can be deleted.

If there is a file that cannot be recognizedby the recorder, the file and the folderwhich contains that file will not beerased. Please connect the recorder toyour PC to erase the file.

Replace the battery with a new one inorder to ensure that the battery does notgo flat during processing. In addition, itmay take over 10 seconds to completeprocessing. Never perform operationssuch as the following during processing,as such operations may damage the data.1Disconnect the AC Adapter during

processing.2Remove the battery during processing.3Remove the microSD card during

processing when [microSD card] is

selected as the recording media.

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Using the FM radio

Connecting the earphones

The supplied earphones function as anFM antenna. You cannot receive FM radiosignals if the earphones are not connected.

Also note that you cannot receive radiosignals in locations not reached byradio waves, such as areas outside the

broadcast region and areas surroundedby mountains.

Move to a location where the signalcan be easily received. Inside a

building, broadcast signals are moreeasily received near windows.

The recorder may not be able to receive anFM signal within or close to buildings

Notes

Even within the broadcast region, radio signals may be difficult to receive in tunnels orunderground roads, inside or in the shadow of buildings and apartment blocks that have aconcrete structure, and other similar locations. You may not be able to get radio reception

in these locations. For best reception, avoid using the radio at the same time as a cellular phone, PC,

television or other electrical product. Such products may cause noise. If you use the radio while the recorder is connected to the AC adapter (A514 etc.), noise

may be generated. Always power the FM radio from the battery.

For WS-803:

Radio reception varies substantially depending on where you are using the radio.If the reception is poor, adjust the antenna position or orientation, or place therecorder in a location where a radio signal can be easily received, such as by awindow.

To EARjack

FM radio mode operations

Adding a radio station to the preset


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Settings relating to FM radio

[Auto-preset](P.49)

Automatically addsreceivable stations to thepreset stations.

[Scan Level](P.67)

Allows you to set the scansensitivity for auto preset.

[Output](P.67)

Allows you to set the audiooutput of the FM radio.

FMradiomodeoperations

To stop FM radio reception, press

the LISTbutton to go to the [Home]display. From the [Home] display, youcan change to a different mode.

2 Presetting radio stations.

Presetting radio stationsautomatically:

Automatically preset stations to

make it easy to tune. For details,see Registering radio stationsautomatically [Auto-preset](P.49).

1 Set to [FM Radio] mode (P.25).

Change the mode to [FM Radio].

The volume can be adjusted withinthe range of [00] to [30].

You can also select a station which

has not been preset. For details, seeChanging the reception mode(P.50).

4 Press the +or button to adjustthe volume.

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stations:Change the reception mode to

manual reception, and adjust thefrequency. The station you are tunedto can then be added (P.50, P.51).

3 Press the9or0button toselect a station.

You can select a preset station.

+button

90button

Plug in the earphones


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Presetting radio stationsautomatically [Auto-preset]

Presetting radio stations makes it easy tofind your desired station.

3 Press theÒKbutton to movethe cursor to the item you wantto set.

1 Set to [FM Radio] mode (P.25).

2 Press the MENUbutton. The menu appears on the display

(P.53)

[Auto-preset].


[Auto-preset] appears on the display.

Select [Cancel] and press theÒKbutton to return to the previousdisplay.

6 Press theÒKbutton again.

[Scanning] appears on the displayand scanning starts.When [Preset completed] appears,

the scan is complete.

Note

The preset numbers are automaticallyassigned according to the frequency.


+buttonÒKbutton

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It is possible to fine tune the channels

manually if the station you are looking forhas a weak signal and couldn't be detectedusing the Auto Preset function.

1 Perform Steps 1 through 3 fromFM radio mode operations(P.48).

Press the9or0button toselect a preset station.aPreset number

Press the9or0buttonto adjust the frequency andtune to a radio signal (Manualreception).

Press and hold the9or0button to scan through thereceivable radio stations (Autoreception).

bTuning frequency

If you press theÒKbuttonwhile a frequency that you havenot preset is being received,the recorder will tune in to thestation whose preset numberis closest to the frequency thatwas being received.

2 Press theÒKbutton to select areception mode.

If you have preset stations, the

reception mode changes at eachpress of theÒKbutton.

90buttonÒKbutton


Auto/Manual mode


Adding a radio station 3 Press theÒKbutton.


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You can add radio stations from Auto/

Manual reception to the preset stations.

1 Tune to the radio station youwant to preset.

2 Press the SCENE/INDEXbutton.


Deleting a preset radio station

1Tune to the preset radiostation you wish to erase.

2Press the ERASEbutton.

Up to 30 radio stations can be preset.


3Press the`OKbutton.

Note

The preset numbers are automaticallyassigned according to the frequency.

+ button

`OKbutton

SCENE/INDEXbutton


Recording from the FM radio

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When you record FM radio, the

recording is stored automaticallyin the [FM Radio] folder in the[Recorder] folder.

Notes

When recording from the FM radio, besure to connect the earphones to the EAR

jack. When FM radio is recorded, the file nameassigned to the recording (P.33) isappended with a date and time.

803_0001_120715_0915.WMA

Date: [120715] (2012, July 15)

Time: [0915] (9.15 am)

For WS-803: When recording from theFM radio:

Even if the sound of the FM radio isclear, in certain conditions there maybe cases of electric interference whenthe recording starts.

To avoid such a problem, perform arecording test before recording. Also,be sure to record in places with goodreception.

1 Tune to the broadcast programyou wish to record (P.25, P.48).

2 In menu settings relating to FMradio, set [Output] to [Earphone]

(

P.67). If [Output] is set to [Speaker], you

cannot record.

3 Press the REC(s) button to startrecording.

The LED indicator light turns on and[K] appears on the display.

aRecording mode indicatorbPreset numbercTuning frequencydElapsed recording timeeRemaining recording time

4 Press the STOP(4) button to stoprecording.

[K] disappears and the receptiondisplay re-appears.


REC(s) button

STOP(4) button

Menu setting method

Menu setting


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Menu setting method

1 While the recorder is in stopmode, press the MENUbutton.

The menu appears on the display.

Menu items can be set duringrecording or playback.

2 Press the +or button to moveto the tab that contains the itemyou want to set.

You can change the menu display bymoving the settings tab cursor.

3 Press theÒKbutton to movethe cursor to the item you wantto set.

4 Press the +or button to moveto the item you want to set.


The display shows the setting of theselected item.

6 Press the +or button to changethe setting.

Items in menus are categorized by tabs, soselect a tab first and move to the desireditem to set it. You can set each menu itemas follows.

+button90buttonÒKbutton

7 Press theÒKbutton tocomplete the setting process.

A message appears on the screen to

inform you that the setting has beenentered.

STOP(4) button

MENUbutton

Menu setting method

4 Setting menu during playback:


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Pressing the0button withoutpressing the`OKbutton cancels thesetting process and returns you to the

previous screen.8 Press the STOP(4) button to

close the menu screen.

If the menu screen is open duringrecording or playback, pressing theSTOP(4) button allows you to returnto the recording or playback screen

without interrupting recording orplayback.

Notes

The recorder stops if you leave it idle for 3minutes during a menu setup operationand do not set a selected item.

When menu settings are entered during

recording or playback, the menu settingsare canceled if 8 seconds elapse with nobuttons being pressed.

Function Setting

[Property]

To menu itemoptions

[Noise Cancel] *4

[Voice Balancer] *2 *4

[Voice Filter] *3 *4

[Play Mode]

[Equalizer] *5

[Skip Space]

[Backlight]

[LED]

4 Setting menu during FM radioreception (WS-803 only): During recording in [FM Radio]

mode, only the [Backlight] and [LED]settings are available.

Function Setting

[Rec Mode]

To menu item

options

[Auto-preset]

[Scan Level]

[Backlight]

[LED]

[Output]

*1 WS-803 only.

*2 WS-803, WS-802 only.

*3 WS-801 only.

*4 Function active only in [Recorder] mode.*5 Function active only in [Music] mode.

4 Setting menu during recording:

Function Setting

[Rec Level]

To menu itemoptions

[Zoom Mic] *1

[Low Cut Filter]

[VCVA][Backlight]

[LED]

Menu setting method

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File and folder information can be

confirmed from the menu screen.When a file is selected:[Name] (File name), [Date] (Time stamp),[Size] (File size), [Bit Rate]*1(File format),[Artist]*2(Artist name) and [Album]*2(Album name) appear on the display.*1When a linear PCM format file has been

selected, the [Bit Rate] area displays thesampling frequency and bit rate.

*2When a file contains no tag information,[UNKNOWN_ARTIST],[UNKNOWN_ALBUM] appear on thedisplay.

When a folder is selected:[Name] (Folder name), [Folder]*1(Foldernumber) and [File]*2(File number) appearon the display.

*1When [Recorder] is selected, [Folder]does not appear on the display.

*2Files which cannot be recognized by thisrecorder are not included in the numberof files.

Select a file for which you would like to

verify information in advance beforeoperating the menu.

For WS-803, WS-802:

This function extracts voice portions from arecorded voice file.See Extract voice portions from file[Voice Detect] (P.68).

File Lock

Locking a file keeps important data frombeing accidentally erased. Locked files arenot erased when you select to erase all filesfrom a folder (P.45).

[Lock]:Locks the file and prevents it from beingerased.

[Unlock]:Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased.

Replace

You can move a file in a folder to change theorder of playback.See Rearranging files [Replace] (P.69).

Move/Copy

For WS-803, WS-802:

Files saved in the internal memory or themicroSD card can be moved or copiedwithin the memory.See Moving/Copying files [Move/Copy](P.70).

File Divide

Files with large capacities and longrecording times can be divided so that theyare easier to manage and edit.See Dividing Files [File Divide] (P.72).

Menu setting method

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Rec Level

Recording sensitivity is adjustable to meetrecording needs.[High]: Highest recording sensitivity suitable

for recording at a distance or a lowvolume source, such as conferences witha large number of people.

[Middle]: Suitable for recording meetingsand seminars with a small number ofpeople.

[Low]: Lowest recording sensitivity suitablefor dictation.

[Manual]*:The recording level must be adjustedmanually during recording. The level can

be adjusted from [01] to [30].*WS-803 only.

When you want to record a speakersvoice clearly, set [Rec Level] to [Low]and hold the recorders built-in stereomicrophone close to the speakers mouth(5-10 cm) while recording.

The recording level is automatically

adjusted when the recording level is setto [High], [Middle] or [Low].Inputting a very loud sound may producenoise even when the recording level is setto [High], [Middle] or [Low].

4Adjust the recording level:

When [OV] appears on the screen, it

indicates that the sound being recordedis affected by distortion. Adjust therecording level so that [OV] is notdisplayed.

Rec Mode

The recorder can record in the linear PCM

format (WS-803, WS-802 only). High resolutionrecording at a high sampling rate and high bitrate equivalent or superior to that of a musicCD is possible. Moreover, the recorder alsosupports the MP3 and WMA formats.

1 Select the recording format.

[PCM]*: This is an uncompressed audioformat which is used for music CDs etc.

[MP3]: MPEG is an international standardestablished by a working group of theISO (International Organization forStandardization).

[WMA]: This is an audio compressionencoding method that wasdeveloped by Microsoft Corporationin the US.

*WS-803, WS-802 only.

2 Select the recording rate.

When [PCM]*1 is selected:[44.1 kHz/16 bit]

When [MP3] is selected:[256 kbps]*1, [192 kbps]*2,[128 kbps]

When [WMA] is selected:[128 kbps], [64 kbps][32 kbps]*3, [16 kbps]*3, [8 kbps]*3

*1WS-803, WS-802 only.

*2WS-801 only.

*3Monaural recording.

To record a meeting or lecture clearly,set [Rec Mode] to a position other than

[8kbps]. When an external monaural microphone

is used while [Rec Mode] is set to a stereorecording mode, audio is recorded to theL channel only.

For WS-803:

1 Press the9or0button whilethe recorder is recording or pausedto adjust the recording level.

To adjust the recording level, set both

[VCVA] and [V-Sync. Rec] to [Off]. The higher the number, the higher the

level and the larger the indicator positionon the level meter.

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