Multi-Track Linear PCM Recorder LS-100 Multi-Track Linear PCM Recorder Us e r ' s M a n u a l EN Thank you for purchasing the Multi-Track Linear PCM Recorder. Carefully read through this manual to ensure that you use the product properly and safely. Be sure to keep this manual on hand so that you can refer to it at any time. To ensure successful recording, perform a trial recording beforehand.
Preface Description of This Manual • This manual is subject to change without notice. For the latest information such as the product name and model number, contact our customer support center. • The illustrations of LCD screens and the recorder in this manual may differ from the actual product.
▌I N D E X Preface P.2 Overview of Recorder P.11 1 Startup P.21 2 Recorder Mode P.32 3 Multi-Track Mode P.53 4 About the Tuner, the Lissajous, and the Metronome P.66 5 Menus P.71 6 About the PC P.116 7 For Quick Reference P.
Table of Contents Preface Description of This Manual•••••••••••••••••• 2 Safety precautions•••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 6 Checking Accessories•••••••••••••••••••••• 10 Chapter 1 Overview of Recorder Main Features•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 12 Name of Each Part••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 13 Connecting with External Devices•••••• 15 Let's use LS-100!••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 16 Recording Tips for Each Instrument••••• 18 Connection of the XLR/Standard Phone Combo Jack and Phantom Power Supply••••••••
Table of Contents About the Lissajous measurement•••••• 69 Using the metronome•••••••••••••••••••••• 70 Chapter 6 Menus How to set the menus•••••••••••••••••••••• 72 List of menus••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 74 Recording menu [Rec Menu]•••••••••••••• 79 Recording mode [Rec Mode]••••••••••••••••79 Microphone gain [Mic Gain]•••••••••••••••••80 Recording level [Rec Level]•••••••••••••••••••81 Input switch [Input Switch]••••••••••••••••••82 Microphone power source [Mic Power]••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Safety precautions Before using your new recorder, read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate the recorder safely and correctly. Be sure to keep this manual on hand so that you can refer to it at any time. ▌ Instructions for use ▌ Important safety instructions • Do not store the product in a humid or dusty place. • Important safety instructions are indicated by symbols and text as shown below.
Safety precautions ▌ Recorder fWarning Do not use the product where there may be flammable or explosive gas in the air. Doing so could cause an ignition or explosion. Do not use or store the product for a long time where there is a lot of dust, humidity, oil, smoke, or steam. Doing so could cause a fire or electric shock. Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product. Doing so could cause an electric shock or injury.
Safety precautions ▌ Battery fDanger Do not put the battery near fire. Do not throw the battery into fire or heat it. Doing so could cause a fire, blowout or ignition. Do not directly solder, deform, modify or disassemble the battery. Do not connect the positive and negative terminals. Doing so could cause heat generation, electric shock or fire. When carrying or storing the battery, always put it into the case to protect the terminals.
Safety precautions Doing so could cause an explosion, fire or burn. Do not short-circuit the positive and the negative terminals of the plug. Doing so could cause a fire, burn or electric shock. If the interior is exposed due to being dropped or damaged, perform the following steps: 1 Do not touch the exposed interior. Doing so could cause an electric shock, burn or injury. 2 Immediately pull out the power supply plug from the outlet, being careful not to receive an electric shock, burn or injury.
Checking Accessories The accessories shown below come with the purchased product. Contact your dealer if any accessory is missing or damaged. Recorder Strap Carrying case USB cable USB AC adapter (A514) USB conversion connector Lithium ion battery (LI50B) ▌ How to attach the strap EN 10 The AC plug is included.
Chapter 1 Overview of Recorder EN 11
Main Features ▌ Stereo condenser microphone 1 The stereo condenser microphone enables you to record live quality sound. Professional stereo recording is possible. Main Features ▌ Resistance to sound pressure of up to 140dB SPL The design, which is highly resistant to sound pressure with maximum permissible input sound pressure of 140dB SPL, eliminates sound distortion even when you are recording loud band music.
Name of Each Part Built-in stereo microphone (L/R) REC LEVEL dial Display (LCD panel) m button (Home) n button (List) MENU button (Menu) Fn buttons (F1/F2/F3) + button 0 button OK button (Confirm) − button These two dials can be used to adjust the recording levels of the left and right channels.
Name of Each Part 1 Name of Each Part Battery/SD card cover Lock switch Battery slot SD card slot XLR/standard phone combo jack (L) Strap hook XLR/standard phone combo jack (R) VOLUME dial EAR jack MIC jack (microphone/line input) XLR Power switch (L) XLR Power switch (R) EN 14 Power/hold switch REMOTE jack (Remote control) USB terminal
Connecting with External Devices Connect commercially available external devices suitable for your situation. 1 Connecting with External Devices Headphone φ3.5 mm PC Remote control To REMOTE jack CD drive To USB terminal Stereo φ3.5 mm To EAR jack Mixer To XLR/standard phone combo jack To MIC jack φ6.3 mm XLR connector Microphone φ3.
Let's use LS-100! 1 Recorder Mode Let's use LS-100! Band practice Solo practice Concert See page 32 for details. Overdubbing Record your singing while listening to a recording of instruments. Dub over the previous recording to create a new file. See page 39 for details.
Let's use LS-100! Multi-Track Mode Record and edit each sound source separately, and mix them into a single file. Track 2 Let's use LS-100! Track 1 1 Track 3 Track 4 Save as a single file. Track 5 See page 53 for details. Tuner/Lissajous/Metronome Mode Control your tempo with the metronome. Perform accurate tuning according to the type of instrument. Check the Lissajous waveform to determine the best position for microphones. See page 66 for details.
Recording Tips for Each Instrument ▌ Recorder position examples 1 Recording Tips for Each Instrument Voice Wind instrument Position the recorder slightly away from the singer's face. If breathing noises are audible, adjust the filter settings. Position the recorder pointing to the center of the so-called "bell." If breathing noises are audible, move the recorder slightly away from the center of the pavillon. Adjust sound by moving the recorder away from the center.
Recording Tips for Each Instrument Electric guitar Position the recorder pointing to a place slightly away from the sound hole of the guitar.For a rhythm guitar, keep a certain distance from the main body of the guitar. For solo or melody-focused music, move the recorder closer to the main body of the guitar during recording. To record sound directly from the speaker of a guitar amplifier, position the recorder slightly away from the speaker, pointing to the center of the speaker cone paper.
Connection of the XLR/Standard Phone Combo Jack and Phantom Power Supply 1 The guitar, bass guitar, keyboard and other instruments can be directly connected to the XLR/ standard phone combo jack. Some settings are required when connecting a microphone that needs the phantom power supply, such as a condenser microphone. Connection of the XLR/Standard Phone Combo Jack and Phantom Power Supply ▌ Connecting the instruments Connect a monaural instrument to the XLR/standard phone combo jack (L).
Chapter 2 Startup EN 21
Power Supply 2 Inserting the battery Recharging the battery Use one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-50B). Other batteries are not supported. ▌ Connecting the recorder to the USB AC adapter for recharge Power Supply 1 2 Slide the lock switch to [OPEN] to open the battery cover. 1 2 Insert the battery. 3 Connect the USB cable to the USB terminal of the AC adapter. Connect the AC cable to the AC adapter and the AC adapter to the household power supply outlet.
Power Supply ▌ Connecting the recorder to a PC with the USB cable for recharge Note Battery indicator The battery indicator on the display changes as described below according to 2 • Stop or turn off the recorder before connecting the USB cable. 3 Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the PC. the remaining battery level. ] appears on the display, • When [ recharge the battery as soon as possible. When the battery runs out, [ ] and [Battery low] are displayed and operation stops.
Power Supply Note 2 • Always use the dedicated USB cable that is provided. Do not use a cable from another manufacturer. Doing so could cause a failure.In addition, do not connect the dedicated cable to another manufacturer’s product. Power Supply • Carefully insert the battery facing the right direction. • Be sure to turn off the recorder before replacing the battery.
How to Use the Power/Hold Switch Turning the power on Turning the power off Slide the power/hold switch in the direction of the arrow. Slide the power/hold switch in the arrow direction and keep it for one second or more. How to Use the Power/Hold Switch • The home screen appears. Sleep mode 2 A • The existing data or the settings for each mode are retained even after the power is turned off.
How to Use the Power/Hold Switch 2 How to Use the Power/Hold Switch Activating the hold mode Clearing the hold mode In the hold mode, the recorder remains active but does not accept button operations. This allows you to safely carry the recorder because the recorder does not operate even if a button is accidentally pressed in your bag. This mode also prevents the recorder from accidentally stopping during recording. Slide the power/hold switch to position A. Slide the power/hold switch to [HOLD].
Initial Settings before Using the Recorder Setting the date and time [Time & Date] When the date and time are set, the recording time information is automatically recorded for each file. Set the date and time in advance for easy management of recorded files. 2 • When using the recorder for the first time • When inserting the battery after not using the recorder for a long time • When the clock has not been set 1 2 3 1 Select the setting item by pressing the 9 or 0 button.
Initial Settings before Using the Recorder How to set the voice guide A 2 Initial Settings before Using the Recorder • When you set “Hour” or “Minute”, the time display format switches between the 12-hour format and the 24-hour format every time the F2 button is pressed. Example: 10:38 p.m. 10:38 p.m. (initial value) 28 22:38 • When you set “Year”, “Month”, or “Day”, the display order switches every time the F2 button is pressed.
Inserting and Removing the SD Card Inserting the SD card “SD” in this manual refers to SD, SDHC and SDXC. Commercially-available SD cards can be used in this recorder. Slide the lock switch to [OPEN] when the recorder is stopped and open the SD card cover. 4 2 Insert the SD card. 5 Close the SD card cover. • After closing the SD card cover, slide the lock switch to [LOCK]. • When the SD card is inserted, the recording media switching screen appears.
Inserting and Removing the SD Card Removing the SD card Note • When you remove the SD card, it may swiftly pop out if you suddenly take away your finger that was pushing the SD card or push the SD card out by flipping it. 2 Inserting and Removing the SD Card • The recorder may not correctly recognize some SD, SDHC or SDXC cards depending on the manufacturer or card type due to compatibility. • Be sure to read the attached SD card manual before use.
Operations on the Home Screen When the recorder is turned on, the home screen appears.This recorder has the following five modes. Each mode can be accessed from the home screen. For each mode, refer to the relevant page. 2 Normal, overdubbing , synchronization and voice synchronization recording are supported. Select a mode [Multitrack]☞ p.54 Operations on the Home Screen [Recorder]☞ p.33 You can create a file overlaying instruments and voice. [Tuner]☞ p.
Chapter 3 Recorder Mode EN 32
What You Can Do in the Recorder Mode Recorder Mode This recorder has four recording modes: [Normal], [Overdub], [Play Sync], and [V-Sync. Rec].You can select the appropriate mode for a wide range of recordings, such as recording of musical performances and field recording. 3 ▌ Play Sync This is the normal mode of recording. This mode allows you to record only the input sound (of musical instruments, etc.) that is being played along with the playback of a previously recorded file.
Files and Folders ▌ Folders In the recorder mode, the recording folders [Folder A] through [Folder E] are available. 001 3 Recorder Folder A 002 Files and Folders 003 004 LS-100 Folder B MTR 005 Folder C 006 007 Folder D 999 Folder E * Any files or folders directly under the [Recorder] folder will not be displayed on this recorder.
Files and Folders ▌ File Screen Mic gain Limiter/Compressor Low cut filter Input source Remaining battery Memory File name File lock Recording format Recorder status indicator [K] Recording [≠] Recording standby [L] Paused [•] Playing back [ß] Fast-forwarding [™] Rewinding Memory status bar/ Playback position bar V-Sync.
Before Recording To achieve a good recording quality, it is important to properly adjust the settings, including the [Mic Gain] of the input source (☞ P80) and the [Rec Level] (☞ P.81). ▌ Adjusting the recording level properly 3 Recorded sound will be distorted if the recording level meter swings all the way to the right, or the PEAK indicator (R) lights in orange. Adjust the recording level so that the recording level meter does not exceed [-6dB].
Recording Before starting to record, select a folder from [Folder A] through [Folder E]. We recommend that you selectively use the folders to organize your recordings based on their contents. Normal Recording [Normal] Select a folder for recording. Press the REC button to start recording. • [K] appears on the display, and recording starts. 3 Recording 1 4 a b c 2 e f Press the REC button to enter the recording standby mode.
Recording ▌ Pausing the recording Press the REC button during recording. Recording • [≠] will appear on the display. • The recording standby mode will be released after two hours, and the recorder will enter the stop mode. • To resume recording, press the REC button again. ▌ Listening to the sound being recorded (Recording monitor) Connect headphones to the EAR jack of the recorder, and you can listen to what is being recorded. The monitoring volume can be adjusted with the VOLUME dial.
Recording Overdubbing [Overdub] In this mode, you can easily dub over a previously recorded file. This is handy when you create music or practice musical instruments, since it allows you to dub a new track over a file that is being played back. ▌ Usage Example 3 Playback Drums Recording File 1 Record the bass while listening to the playback. Play The new file after dubbing Bass File 2 Drums + Bass File 1 Original File Drums *The original File 1 used for playback is kept as it was.
Recording 3 1 2 Set the [Rec Mode] to [Overdub] (+ P.79) Connect headphones to the EAR jack of the recorder. 6 7 Adjust the recording level. • Adjust the recording level to balance it with the playback file. Press the REC button to start recording. Recording • Playback will start from the beginning of the file. • Recording of the input sound c 3 • The file to be dubbed over will be played back through the EAR jack. a b Select a file to dub over (+ P.34, 45).
Recording Play Sync [Play Sync] The Play Sync mode allows you to record only the input sound that is being played along with the playback of a previously recorded file. ▌ Usage Example 3 Playback Instruments Recording File 1 Record the vocal part in sync with the playback of recorded band performance. Sing A new file recorded in sync with the instruments.
Recording 3 1 Set the [Rec Mode] to [Play Sync] (+ P.79) 2 Connect headphones to the EAR jack of the recorder. 6 7 Recording • The file for sync recording will be played back through the EAR jack. Select a file for sync recording (+ P.34, 45) 4 Press the PLAY button to start playback. 5 Press the REC button to enter the recording standby mode. • Playback of the file will continue. 42 • Adjust the recording level to balance it with the playback file. Press the REC button to start recording.
Recording Voice Sync Recording [V-Sync. Rec] Voice sync recording is a feature that automatically starts a recording when the recorder detects a sound louder than the voice sync level (detection level) setting; when the sound level decreases, recording stops automatically. Set the [Rec Mode] to [V-Sync. Rec].(+ P.79). 2 Press the REC button to enter the recording standby mode. 3 Press the 9/0 button to adjust the voice sync level. • The voice sync level will be shown in 15 steps on the display.
Recording Recording using the metronome You can use the metronome to help you keep accurate tempo during recording. 3 Recording 1 2 3 Set [REC Mode] to [Normal] (+ P.79). Select [Detail] from [Metronome Menu], and set [Display] to [ON] (+ P.100). • You can change the tempo and pattern of the metronome in [Detail] under [Metronome Menu] (+ P.100). Connect headphones to the EAR jack of the recorder. 5 Press the STOP button to stop recording. • When you stop recording, the metronome will stop as well.
Searching for files You can search for recording files by date. Using the recording date to narrow down your search, you can quickly find the file you are looking for. 3 Select the recording date with the +/− button. [Home]{[Recorder] 3 Searching for files 1 2 4 Press the OK button. • Enter the folder list screen. 5 Press the OK button. 6 Select the file with the +/− button. • You will get a list of files that were recorded on the date you specified. Press the F1 (SEARCH) button.
Playback Playback This recorder can play files it has recorded as well as WAV and MP3 format files transferred from other machines. 3 Playback 1 2 4 Press the STOP button to stop playback. • [L] will appear on the display. • Playback of the file will stop. Select the file to play back. (+P.34, P.45) Press the PLAY button to start playback. ▌ Changing the playback speed The playback speed can be changed between [50%] and [400%] without affecting the pitch.Change it as necessary.
Playback ▌ Fast-forwarding • The recorder stops when it reaches the beginning of a file. If you keep pressing the 0button, the recorder continues rewinding from the end of the previous file. ▌ Skipping to the beginning of a file 3 Playback Press and hold the 9 button when the recorder is stopped. • Fast-forwarding stops once you release the 9 button.Press the PLAY button to start playback from where it was stopped. Press and hold the 9 button when a file is being played back.
Playback Placing an index mark An index mark will help you quickly locate a desired playback position when you fastforward, rewind, or cue a file. 3 Playback 1 At the position you wish to place an index mark, press the preassigned Fn button. ▌ Erasing an index mark 1 48 Select the index mark to erase with the 9/0 button. A • Be sure to assign the [INDEX] function to the Fn button in advance (+ P.106). • A number appears on the display, and the index mark is placed.
Playback Segment repeat playback This feature allows you to play back a part of a file in repeat. 1 Pressing any of the following buttons will release the segment repeat playback. 3 a c Select the file that has the segment you wish to play back in repeat, and start playback. (+ P.34, P.45) b d Playback A • Be sure to assign the [A-B] function to the Fn button in advance (+ P.105).
Erasing 3 Erasing a File Erasing a Folder You can erase a file from its folder. You can also erase all files in a selected folder. You can erase all files in a folder. Erasing 1 Select a file to erase (+ P.34, P.45) 2 While the recorder is stopped, press the ERASE button. 3 4 5 6 EN 50 • If no action is taken for 8 seconds, the recorder will return to the stop mode. Select [All in folder] or [One file] with the +/− button. Press the OK button. 1 2 3 4 Select a folder to erase (+ P.34).
Erasing Partially erasing a file You can erase an unwanted part of a PCM format file recorded with this recorder. 1 Press the ERASE button again at the position where you wish to end the partial erase. • [Start point] and [End point] will flash alternately on the display. Play the file you wish to partially erase. • Locate the beginning of the part you wish to erase. If the file is long, you can use the 9 button to locate the beginning of the part to erase.
Erasing ▌ Important Notes on Erasing • Once erased, files cannot be recovered. Check carefully before erasing files. 3 • When you have an SD card inserted in the recorder, make sure to check if your memory selection is set to [Internal memory] or [SD card] (☞ P.107). Erasing • Locked or read-only files cannot be erased (☞ P.90). • No more recordings can be made when [Memory full] appears. Erase unnecessary files before continuing to record.
Chapter 4 Multi-Track Mode EN 53
What You Can Do in the Multi-Track Mode Multi-Track Mode The multi-track mode allows you to separately record and play back different parts/sound sources (guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, vocal, etc.). You can manage up to 8 tracks under 1 project. Recorded tracks can be edited separately to adjust the output level or balance, which is ideal for creating a demo. In this mode, you can record over an already recorded track, unlike in the recorder mode.Edited tracks can be mixed (bounced) into a single file.
Files and Folders ▌ Folders In the multi-track mode, there are folders for managing [PRJ] (Project). Files are managed by the project, and each project has a number assigned.
Files and Folders ▌ Multi-track screen Icon display Recorder status indicator 4 Key shift Files and Folders Output balance Project number Elapsed recording/ playback time Memory status bar/ Playback position bar Recording level meter Output scale Mute Input/output level meter Track number Function Guide ▌ File list screen under a project Icon display Project number Files assigned to tracks Files that have been bounced or are available to be assigned to tracks Function Guide EN 56
Creating a Multi-Track Project 1 Select [Multitrack] 2 3 Select a track Creating a Multi-Track Project Create a project 4 4 Adjust the recording level 5 Start recording Continued on next page EN 57
Creating a Multi-Track Project 6 Stop recording 7 4 Creating a Multi-Track Project Check the track (playback) 8 Adjust the track 9 Add tracks Repeat steps 3 to 6 to add more sound sources to empty tracks. 10 Bounce the tracks See pages 59 to 63 for details.
Creating a Multi-Track Project 1 Select [Multitrack] 1 Select [Multitrack], and press the OK button. 4 Create a project In the Multi-Track mode, recorded files (tracks) are saved under a project. 1 Use the +/-/9/0 button to select [NEW PROJECT], and press the OK button. 3 Creating a Multi-Track Project 2 Select a track • You can record up to 8 tracks; recording can be 1-track or 2-track recording. In 1-track recording, input sound from L/R is recorded as a mixed, monaural signal.
Creating a Multi-Track Project 4 Adjust the recording level 1 Press the REC button to enter the recording standby mode. 2 Adjust the REC LEVEL dial according to the sound source (+ P.36). 4 Creating a Multi-Track Project 5 Start recording 1 Press the REC button. a b c 6 • [K] appears on the display, and recording starts. a Elapsed recording time b Recording level meter c Input level meter Stop recording 1 Press the STOP button. • To re-record, record over the same track.
Creating a Multi-Track Project 7 Check the track (playback) 1 Press the PLAY button. a • To listen to a specific track while muting the others, set the cursor to the track you wish to play back, and press the Fn (Solo) button. Be sure to assign the [Solo] function to the Fn button in advance (+ P.106). • To rewind the file, press and hold the 0 button when the recorder is in the stop or playback mode.
Creating a Multi-Track Project 8 4 Output balance: Press 9 twice. You can adjust the volume for each track. Adjust the volume with the +/− button. 4 4 Left/right balance: Press 9 three times. Creating a Multi-Track Project You can adjust the panning of left and right audio for each track. Adjust the left/right balance with the +/− button. 4 Track assignment: Press 9 four times. You can assign files that are managed under a project to specific tracks.
Creating a Multi-Track Project 9 Repeat steps 3 to 6 to add more sound sources to empty tracks. 5 Press the REC button to start recording. • Listening to the playback, press the REC button. The recording will be made on the track specified in step 1. 6 Press the STOP button to stop recording and playback. 4 Bounce the tracks This recorder allows you to save up to 8 tracks under 1 project. Once you run out of empty tracks, create bounce files and assign them to tracks.
Erasing a Multi-Track Project/Track Erasing a project Erase a track Erase unnecessary projects. Erase unnecessary tracks. 1 Select a project to erase. 2 Press the ERASE button. 1 Select the project that contains the track you wish to erase. 4 Erasing a Multi-Track Project/Track 3 4 EN 64 • The erase confirmation screen appears. 2 Press the OK button. • The multi-track screen appears. Press the + button to select [START]. 3 Press the OK button.
Erasing a Multi-Track Project/Track 4 5 Select the file to erase with the +/− button. Press the ERASE button. • The erase confirmation screen appears. Select [Start] with the + button. 7 Press the OK button. Erasing a Multi-Track Project/Track 6 4 • The display switches to [Erasing!], and erasing starts. [Erased] appears when the file is erased. ▌ Important Notes on Erasing • Once erased, projects or tracks cannot be recovered. Check carefully before erasing them.
Chapter 5 About the Tuner, the Lissajous, and the Metronome EN 66
Using the tuner This recorder is equipped with a tuner function which consists of the following four items: calibration, chromatic, guitar, and bass. This function enables you to perform accurate tuning according to the type of musical instrument you have selected. 1 [Home] { [Tuner] [Setting up the [Calibration] Set up the calibration of the tuner. The frequency of the reference tone A can be adjusted by 1Hz increments in the range of 435Hz to 445Hz.
Using the tuner 2 Adjust while looking at the tuning meter and the indicator 5 Using the tuner • Tune accurately with the needle pointing to the center of the meter. • Any electronic musical instrument should be directly connected without any additional equipment (such as an effector). [Setting up the [Guitar] and the [Bass] These items are basic tuning types for the guitar and the bass.
About the Lissajous measurement In facilities for sound recording (such as broadcasting studios), the distance between a microphone and a sound source is automatically measured from the phase difference. The Lissajous waveform helps you obtain the optimal positioning of a dynamic microphone or a condenser microphone. ▌ What is a phase difference? A slight difference between two sound waves is called a phase difference.
Using the metronome 1 5 Using the metronome 2 Tempo instructions to provide a rough idea of tempo [Home] { [Metronome] Press the +/− button to adjust the tempo Counter indicator Metronome weight Tempo instruction 3 Tempo Press the Play button to start the metronome A • Use the VOLUME dial to adjust the volume of the metronome. • Select the [Metoronome Menu] from the [MENU] to make additional settings for the metronome (☞ page100).
Chapter 6 Menus EN 71
How to set the menus Items in the menus are classified by the tabs. Therefore, when shifting between items, you can quickly set the target item by selecting the tab to which it belongs. Take the following steps to set each item in the menu. 1 Press the MENU button. 3 Press the +/− button to select the item to be set. 6 How to set the menus • The menu screen opens. 2 Press the 9/0 button to select the tab which contains the target item to be set. 4 Press the OK button.
How to set the menus 5 Press the +/− button to select a menu item. 7 Press the MENU button to close the menu screen. 6 Press the OK button to finish the setting. How to set the menus 6 • When the menu screen is opened during recording or playing status, pressing the MENU button returns the screen to the previous screen. Caution • If no operation is conducted for three minutes during setup in stop mode, the screen returns to the status before the setting operation was started.
List of menus A in the choices field indicates the default setting. ▌ Recording Menu [Rec Menu]: Menu settings for recording Operation mode : Setting OK × : Setting NG 74 Recording List of menus EN Playing 6 Choices Stopped Set items Recording mode* [Rec Mode] ☞ P.79 [Normal][Overdub] [Play Sync][V-Sync. Rec] × Mic gain [Mic Gain] ☞ P.80 [Built-in Mic]: [HI][MID][LO] [External Mic]: [HI][MID][LO] [XLR(L)]: [HI][LO] [XLR(R)]: [HI][LO] Recording level [Rec Level] ☞ P.
List of menus ▌ Play Menu [Play Menu]: Menu settings for playback Operation mode : Setting OK × : Setting NG Skip space* [Skip Space] ☞ P.88 [Forward Skip]: [File Skip][10sec.][30sec.] [1min.][5min.][10min.] [Reverse Skip]: [ File Skip][1sec.][3sec.][5sec.] [10sec.][30sec.][1min.][5min.] × 6 List of menus [One file][List] Recording Play mode [Play Mode] ☞ P.88 Playing Choices Stopped Set items * In the Multi track mode, [Skip Space] do not function.
List of menus 6 MP3 Convert [MP3Convert] ☞ P.95 Converts a PCM [44.1 kHz/16 bit] (WAV) format file into an MP3 format file. × × CD Write [CD Write] ☞ P.96 Directly writes a PCM [44.1 kHz/16 bit] (WAV) format file into a CD. × × Bounce [Bounce] ☞ P.98 Saves all the tracks in a multi-track mode project to one file. × × * In the Multi track mode, [File Divide] does not function. * In the recorder mode, [Bounce] does not function.
List of menus ▌ LCD/Sound Menu [LCD/Sound Menu]: Menu settings that relate to the LCD and sound Operation mode : Setting OK × : Setting NG Recording Backlight [Backlight] ☞ P.102 [Lighting time]: [5sec.][10sec.][30sec.] [1min.][Always on] [Dim light time]: [30sec.][1min.][2min.] [5min.][Always on] [Brightness]: [1][2][3] LED[LED] ☞ P.103 [ON][OFF] Beep[Beep] ☞ P.103 [01][02][03][04][05] Language selection [Language (Lang)] ☞ P.
List of menus ▌ Device Menu [Device Menu]: Menu settings that relate to the device Operation mode : Setting OK × : Setting NG Playing Recording Fn key setting [Fn. Setting] ☞ P.106 [Fn. Recorder]: [F1][F2][F3] [Fn. MTR]: [F1][F2] The functions can be assigned from each template. Memory selection [Memory Select] ☞ P.107 [Internal memory][SD card] × × Power save [Power Save] ☞ P.108 [5min.][10min.][30min.][1hr.][OFF] Clock setting [Time & Date] ☞ P.
Recording menu [Rec Menu] Recording mode [Rec Mode] This menu sets the recording method of the recorder mode. 1 When [V-Sync. Rec] is selected 1 Select a menu item by pressing the +/− button and then the OK button. [Menu] { [Rec Menu] { [Rec Mode] [ON] setting Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select the recording method. • V-synchro recording functions. • When [Rec Mode] is changed to a different mode, the function turns off automatically.
Recording menu [Rec Menu] Microphone gain [Mic Gain] Sensitivity to the input source can be changed in accordance with the application and/or the recording environment. 1 [Menu] { [Rec Menu] { [Mic Gain] 4 5 Press the OK button. • The sensitivity setting for the selected input source appears. Press the +/− button to select the sensitivity. Mic Gain 6 Recording Menu 2 3 Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select the Input source.
Recording menu [Rec Menu] Recording level [Rec Level] This setting can set either automatic or manual adjustment of the recording level. In addition, with the limiter/compressor of the input source , it can adjust the audio range for limiting. 1 [Menu] { [Rec Menu] { [Rec Level] Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select the input microphone. Press the +/− button to select a menu item. [Manual] The recording level is to be adjusted manually at recording. Limiter/ compressor can be set.
Recording menu [Rec Menu] Input switch [Input Select] [Limiter 2] [Compressor 2] Select these settings to equalize the sound, which is suitable for voice recording. Your recording will have a consistent sound level and a sense of integrity. With these settings, you can capture the attack sound but not the lingering sound. 6 This setting sets the input channel of the audio source.
Recording menu [Rec Menu] Microphone power source [Mic Power] This setting sets the voltage used when a microphone or an external unit which needs the phantom power supply is connected. It also sets whether the power is supplied to the external microphone corresponding to the plug-in power function. 1 1 Select the voltage by pressing the +/ − button and then the OK button. 2 To enable the setting, turn [ON] the XLR Power switch on the recorder.
Recording menu [Rec Menu] Recording format [Rec Format] This setting corresponds to the linear PCM format that can record sound at a sound quality that is better than CDs and to the MP3 format that can record by highly compressing the file. 1 4 5 Press the OK button. • The selected menu screen appears. Press the +/− button to select the recording rate. [Menu] { [Rec Menu] { [Rec Format] 6 Recording Menu 2 3 [PCM] [96.0kHz/24bit] to [44.
Recording menu [Rec Menu] Low cut filter [Low Cut Filter] The recorder has a low-cut filter function that eliminates low frequency sound during recording for recording of clearer sound. It can diminish air conditioning noise and the noise of the projector. 1 4 Press the OK button to finish the setting. Low cut filter [Menu] { [Rec Menu] { [Low Cut Filter] 6 Recording Menu 2 3 Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select a menu item.
Recording menu [Rec Menu] Pre-recording [Pre-Recording] The pre-recording function starts recording a maximum of two seconds* prior to the start of recording. For example, if you want to record the sound of a bird singing and you press the RECORD button when the bird sings, recording starts a maximum of two seconds* prior to the bird singing. 6 1 [Menu] { [Rec Menu] { [Pre-Recording] ▌ How to use Pre-Recording To record sound using Pre-Recording, set [Pre-Recording] to [ON].
Recording menu [Rec Menu] Recording monitor [Rec Monitor] This setting selects whether the recording sound is output from the EAR jack. 1 [Menu] { [Rec Menu] { [Rec Monitor] Caution • When [Rec mode] is set to [Overdub] or [Play Sync], set [Rec Monitor] to [ON]. • When a speaker with built-in amplifier or other device is connected, microphone feedback could occur during recording.For the recording monitor, use the head phone, or set [Rec Monitor] to [OFF] during recording. 6 Press the OK button.
Play menu [Play Menu] Play mode [Play Mode] Skip space [Skip Space] This setting enables you to select your preferred play mode. This function skips (forwards) or reverse skips (reverses) by the set time while playing a file. It is convenient for moving quickly to the playing position or for playing short phrases repeatedly. 1 6 Play Menu 2 3 [Menu] { [Play Menu] { [Play Mode] 1 [Menu] { [Play Menu] { [Skip Space] Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select a menu item.
Play menu [Play Menu] 5 Press the +/− button to select a menu item. ▌ How to play with skipping and reverse skipping 1 Press the PLAY button to start playing. [Forward Skip] [File skip] [10 sec.] [30 sec.] [1 min.] [5 min.] [10 min.] 2 Press 9/0 button during playback. Play Menu 6 [Reverse Skip] [File skip] [1 sec.] to [5 sec.] [10 sec.] [30 sec.] [1 min.] [5 min.] 6 Press the OK button to finish the setting. • The set space is skipped or reverse skipped and then playback starts.
File menu [File Menu] Erase lock [File Lock] Setting the erase lock for a file prevents erroneous deletion of important files. In addition, it prevents a file from being deleted even when you conduct a file erase. (☞ P.50). 1 6 File Menu 2 3 4 EN 90 5 Select a file to set the erase lock. (☞ P.34, P.45) In stop mode, open the menu. [Menu] { [File Menu] { [File Lock] Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select a menu item. [ON] This setting locks the file.
File menu [File Menu] File Move/Copy [Move/Copy] This setting can move or copy a file saved in the built-in memory or the SD card within the memory. In addition, it can also move/copy a file between memories. 1 Select the folder where the file to be moved or copied is stored. (+ P.34) [Menu] { [File Menu] { [Move/Copy] 5 3 Press the +/− button to select a menu item. [Move to memory] This menu item moves the files in the built-in memory or the SD card into a different folder in the built-in memory.
File menu [File Menu] 6 6 File Menu 7 Press the +/− button to select the number of files for moving or copying [One file] The specified file is selected. [Selected files] Several files are selected. [All files] All files in the folder are selected. Press the OK button. [Selected files] setting 1 Press the +/− button to select the file to be moved or copied and press the OK button to put a check mark in the file.
File menu [File Menu] Moving/copying to [Recorder] 1 Press the +/− button to select a folder to be moved or copied. Caution • When the remaining space in the memory is insufficient, the copying process is unavailable. • When the total number of files exceeds 999, the moving or copying process is unavailable. • Do not remove the batteries during the file moving or copying process. The data may get damaged. • A file cannot be moved or copied in the same folder.
File menu [File Menu] File divide [File Divide] When a file with a large capacity or a file that has a long recording time is divided, the File divide function makes it easier to manage and edit the file. A • Only the MP3 and PCM format files recorded with this recorder can be divided. 6 1 4 Press the + button to select [Start]. 5 Press the OK button. Stop at the position where the file should be divided.
File menu [File Menu] Property [Property] This function enables you to check information about a file or folder. 1 Select the file or folder for which you want to display information. (+ P.34, P.45) MP3 Convert [MP3 Convert] This function converts an already-saved PCM format WAV file into a bit rate 128 kbps MP3 file. A large-sized WAV file can be downsized. Caution • Files that can be converted are PCM format [44.1kHz/16bit] files only.
File menu [File Menu] In the multi-track mode: 1 Press the +/− button to select the file from the file list screen. 6 File Menu 2 [Menu] { [File Menu] { [MP3 Convert] 5 Press the OK button. • The animation is displayed on the screen, and MP3 conversion starts. When [Done] is displayed, conversion is finished. • The converted file becomes the [MP3 128kbps] format. A • When [MP3 Convert] (+ P.106) is set to the Fn button, pressing the allocated button starts the conversion.
File menu [File Menu] CD write [CD Write] PCM (WAV) files recorded with this recorder can be directly written to an external CD drive. 5 Press the +/− button to select how many files to write to the CD. Caution • Files that can be written to a CD are PCM format [44.1kHz/16bit] files only. 1 Connect the recorder and the external CD drive by using the USB connection cable. [1File] A single file will be written to the CD. [Selected Files] Multiple files will be written to the CD.
File menu [File Menu] 2 Repeat step 1 to select other files, and press the F2 (Enter) button. 7 6 8 Press the + button to select [Start]. [Home] { [Multitrack] Press the OK button. File Menu A • When [CD Write] (+ P.106) is set to the Fn button, pressing the allocated button starts the CD write. Caution • To make the writing more reliable, use the AC power supply to power the external CD drive. • A few minutes may pass before the process completes.
File menu [File Menu] 5 [Menu] { [File Menu] { [Bounce] A • When [Bounce] (+ P.106) is set to the Fn button, pressing the allocated button starts the bounce process. Caution • [Bounce] does not function in the recorder mode. Press the OK button. 7 Press the + button to select [Start]. 8 • The bounce check window appears. 6 File Menu 6 Press the OK button. • The animation is displayed on the screen, and the bounce process starts. [When [Done] is displayed, bouncing is finished.
Metronome menu [Metronome Menu] Metronome [Metronome] Use this function as a guide when recording an instrument playing or when practicing a musical instrument. 1 6 Metronome Menu 2 3 4 Press the OK button. • When [Detail] is selected, the Menu screen opens. [Menu] { [Metronome Menu] Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select a menu item. [Display] setting This setting sets whether the metronome is displayed on the window or not.
Metronome menu [Metronome Menu] [Tempo] setting The metronome speed can be adjusted between [40] and [208]. 1 Press the +/− button to select the speed and then press the OK button. button. [Volume] setting The metronome volume can be adjusted between [01] and [10]. 1 Select the volume by pressing the +/− button and then the OK button. 6 The setting sets the metronome tone. Metronome Menu [Sound] setting 1 Select a menu item by pressing the +/− button and then the OK button.
LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound Menu] Backlight [Backlight] Every time a button is pressed, the display backlight turns on for approximately 10 seconds (default). 1 [Menu] { [LCD/Sound Menu] { [Backlight] 6 LCD/Sound Menu 2 3 102 5 6 Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select a menu item. [Lighting time] This setting sets the lighting time of the backlight. [Dim light time] When the lighting time of the backlight elapses, the backlight changes to the dim light.
LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound Menu] LED [LED] Beep sound [Beep] This function can be set so that the LED lamp does not turn on. This recorder outputs a beep sound to indicate that a button is being operated and to warn you in case of erroneous operation. You can also set up the recorder so that no beep sound is output. 1 [Menu] { [LCD/Sound Menu] { [LED] 1 [Menu] { [LCD/Sound Menu] { [Beep] 6 4 LCD/Sound Menu 2 3 Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select a menu item.
LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound Menu] Language switch (Lang) [Language (Lang)] Either Japanese or English can be selected as the display language. 1 [Menu] { [LCD/Sound Menu] { [Language(Lang)] LCD/Sound Menu 3 Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select a menu item. • The selectable languages differ depending on the region. 4 This is a function that provides audio guidance of the operating condition.
LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound Menu] [ON/OFF] setting This setting sets ON/OFF of the voice guide. 1 By pressing the +/− button, select either [ON] or [OFF] and then press the OK button. Intro play [Intro Play] When the cursor is placed on a file in a folder, the first few seconds of the file can be played. This function is convenient when you want to find a particular file. 1 [Menu] { [LCD/Sound Menu] { [Intro Play] [Speed] setting The voice guide speed can be adjusted between [100%] and [400%].
Device menu [Device Menu] Fn key setting [Fn. Setting] The Fn buttons (F1, F2, and F3) of the devicecan be allocated to the desired operations. 1 5 [Menu] { [Device Menu] { [Fn. Setting] 6 6 Device Menu 2 3 Press the +/− button to select a Fn button for allocation. 7 Press the OK button. • The registration window for the selected Fn button. Press the +/− button to select a function for registration. Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select a menu item. [Fn.
Device menu [Device Menu] [Fn. MTR] setting A function cannot be allocated to the Fn button. Input Select ☞ P.82 Metronome ☞ P.100 MP3 Convert ☞ P.95 CD Write ☞ P.96 Bounce ☞ P.98 Mute ☞ P.62 Key shift ☞ P.61 Solo ☞ P.61 8 Press the OK button. • To set other Fn buttons, repeat steps 4 to 7. ▌ The registered function is called. When an SD card is inserted, recording to the built-in memory or to the SD card can be selected. (☞ P.29).
Device menu [Device Menu] Sleep [Power Save] Time setting [Time & Date] When 10 minutes (default setting) has elapsed with the recorder in stop mode following power-on, the power turns off. To reset the date and time, conduct the following steps. 1 [Menu] { [Device Menu] { [Power Save] 1 [Menu] { [Device Menu] { [Time & Date] 6 Device Menu 2 3 4 EN 108 Press the OK button. Press the +/− button to select a menu item. [5 min.], [10 min.], [30 min.], and [1 hr.] Set the preferred time.
Device menu [Device Menu] 4 Press the +/− button to select the setting item. USB setting [USB Settings] You can select [PC], which enables files to be sent/received through a connection to a PC, and [AC Adapter], which charges the recorder via connection of a USB connecting AC adapter (A514). 1 • Following the same steps, press the 9/0 button to select a menu item and select the +/− button. 6 Device Menu 5 [Menu] { [Device Menu] { [USB Settings] Press the OK button to finish the setting.
Device menu [Device Menu] 6 When [USB Connection] is selected When [USB Class] is selected 1 Select a menu item by pressing the +/− button and then pressing the OK button. 1 Press the +/− button to select [Storage class] or [Composite] and then press the OK button. Device Menu [PC] This menu item sets connection to the PC. The recorder is connected as the storage or the composite. [AC Adapter] This is the setting used for charging from the PC or for connecting to the AC adaptor (A514).
Device menu [Device Menu] Setting reset [Reset Settings] This setting resets each function to the default setting (the setting at the time of shipping from the factory). 1 Press the OK button. Press the + button to select [Start]. Recording Menu Menu item Default setting [Rec Mode] (☞ P.79) [Normal] [Mic Gain] (☞ P.80) [Built-in Mic]: [Mid] [Rec Level] (☞ P.81) [Manual] [Input Select] (☞ P.82) [Built-in Mic] [Mic Power] (☞ P.83) Phantom Power]: [48V] Plug-in Power: [ON] [Rec Format] (☞ P.
Device menu [Device Menu] Metronome Menu Menu item Default setting [Metronome] (☞ P.100) [OFF] Device menu Menu item Default setting [Fn. Setting] (☞ P.106) Fn Setting Recorder: F1 [INDEX] F2 [Input Select] F3 [Metronome] LCD/Sound Menu Menu item Default setting [Backlight] (☞ P.102) Lighting time:[10sec.] Dim lighting time:[30sec.] Brightness setting: [2] 6 [LED] (☞ P.103) [ON] Device Menu [Beep] (☞ P.103) [03] [Language] (☞ P.104) [English] [Voice Guide] (☞ P.
Device menu [Device Menu] Format [Format] When the recorder is formatted, all stored files are deleted. Before conducting formatting, be sure to transfer important files to your PC. 1 2 4 5 Press the OK button. [Menu] { [Device Menu] { [Format] Press the OK button. 7 Press the +/− button to select the recording medium to format. 8 • [All data will be erased] is displayed for two seconds, and [Start], [Cancel] light up. Press the + button to select [Start] again.
Device menu [Device Menu] Caution • Never format the recorder from the PC. • Upon formatting, all existing data including files for which Erase Lock was set and read-only files are lost. • A file recorded after formatting may be named [0001]. • To format the setting of each function, conduct [Reset Settings]. (☞ P.111). 6 • When inserting an SD card into the recorder, always check whether the recording medium to be operated is [Internal memory] or [SD card] (☞ P.107).
Device menu [Device Menu] Memory information [Memory Info.] System information [System Info.] On the menu screen, remaining space and the capacity of the recording medium can be displayed. On the menu screen, the device information can be checked. 1 [Menu] { [Device Menu] { [Memory Info.] 1 [Menu] { [Device Menu] { [System Info.] 6 4 Press the OK button. [Remain] and [Capacity] of the recording medium can be displayed.
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Using the recorder on your PC When connected to a PC, the recorder enables you to do the following: Apart from using this recorder as a multi-track recorder or a music player, you can also use it as an external memory for your PC, that is, as a storage device (☞ page 121). The PC operating environment Windows Operating system: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7 Standard installation (Japanese edition) Compatible PC's: Windows PC's equipped with one or more free USB ports Macintosh Operating system: Mac OS X 10.
Using the recorder on your PC Connecting to your PC Windows 1 Macintosh Turn the recorder on A • [Remote(Storage)] appears on the recorder while the USB cable is being connected. • When you set up the USB connection on the recorder, the recorder will not be connected to the PC while [AC Adapter] is selected. Select [PC] in the USB connection setting (+ page 109). • When you connect the recorder to Windows and open [My Computer], it will be recognized by the drive name of the product name.
Using the recorder on your PC Disconnecting from your PC Windows 1 Click [ ] on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device] Macintosh 1 Drag and drop the drive icon for this recorder displayed on the desktop to the Recycle Bin icon • The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used.
Using the recorder on your PC Transferring voice files to your PC There are five recording folders available in the recorder mode, which appear on the PC as [FOLDER_A] through [FOLDER_E]. Files you record will be saved in these folders. In addition, the folder for the multi-track mode appears as [PRJ000].
Using the recorder on your PC Using the recorder as a USB microphone/speaker This recorder can be used as a USB microphone or a USB speaker. Note • While the recorder is used as a USB microphone, it is available as a USB stereo microphone regardless of the recording mode. If connecting an external microphone to this recorder, use a stereo microphone.
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Alarm message list Message Description Action Battery power is getting low. Charge the batteries (☞ page 22). If you run out of battery power soon after charging, the battery has reached its life. Replace it with a new one. (☞ page 22). [File locked] Attempted to delete a locked file. Unlock the file (☞ page 90). Attempting to record other than in the recorder mode. Select a folder from among [Folder A] to [Folder E] and try recording again (☞ page 37).
Alarm message list 8 Alarm message list EN 124 Message Description Action [Same folder. Can't be moved (copied).] Attempting to move (copy) into the same folder. Please select another folder. [Some files can't be moved (copied)] A file with the same filename, or a file with DRM exists in the destination folder for a move (copy) operation. Please select another file. [This file can't be divided] Attempting to split a file other than a PCM or MP3 file recorded in this recorder.
Troubleshooting Symptom Nothing appears on the display Won't start Unable to record Recording level too low Files are not recorded in stereo Noise is audible through the recording monitor Unable to set index marks Action The battery is not loaded properly Verify that the battery's polarities + and - are correct (☞ page 22). Battery power is getting low. Charge the battery or replace with a new battery (☞ page 22). The power is off. Turn the power on (☞ page 25). Battery power is getting low.
Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause Action Cannot recharge [Battery] is set to [Alkaline]. Use the supplied rechargeable batteries. Cannot find files Wrong folder. Switch to the correct folder (☞ page 37). Noise heard during playback The recorder was wiped or shaken during recording. The recorder was placed near a cell phone or fluorescent lamp while recording or during playback. Move the recorder. The file is locked. Unlock the file (☞ page 90). The file is read-only.
Accessories (optional) Accessories exclusive to the Olympus voice recorder can be purchased directly from Online Shop on our company's website. http://shop.olympus-imaging.jp/index.html Stereo microphone: ME51SW Telephone pickup: TP8 The built-in large-diameter microphone enables sensitive stereo recording. This earphone type microphone can be plugged into your ear while phoning. The voice or conversation over the phone can be clearly recorded.
Glossary Glossary 8 Glossary EN 128 Description Sampling frequency (sampling rate) [Hz/kHz] The rate or frequency at which an analogue signal is analyzed to determine acoustic delicacies. The higher sampling frequency produces less difference in forward/backward sounds. Quantization bits [bit depth][bit] The number of quantization bits helps determine how much data is required to save a record when digitizing analog signals (such as voice).
Specifications ▌ General points Recorder Recording format Recorder mode Multi-track mode Simultaneous recording track 2 2 Simultaneous playback track 2 8 Maximum recording file size PCM format: 2GB MP3 format: 4GB Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) format [96.0kHz/24bit], [96.0kHz/16bit], [88.2kHz/24bit], [88.2kHz/16bit], [48.0kHz/24bit], [48.0kHz/16bit], [44.1kHz/24bit], [44.1kHz/16bit], [44.
Specifications Built-in microphone Directional microphone MIC/LINE input Mini stereo phone jack MIC: input impedance 10Ω LINE: input impedance 12.5Ω Input XLR (balanced input)/ Standard phone (unbalanced input) combo jack XLR/standard phone input XLR: input impedance 10Ω Phone: input impedance 10Ω EARjack φ 3.
Specifications ▌ General frequency response 4 During recording/during playback (When recording via the MIC/LINE/PHONE/ XLR input): MP3 format Linear PCM format Recording mode Frequency response 96.0 kHz/24bit 20 Hz to 44 kHz 20 Hz to 44 kHz 88.2 kHz/24bit 20 Hz to 40 kHz 88.2 kHz/16bit 20 Hz to 40 kHz 48.0 kHz/24bit 20 Hz to 23 kHz 48.0 kHz/16bit 20 Hz to 23 kHz 44.1 kHz/24bit 20 Hz to 21 kHz 44.1 kHz/16bit 20 Hz to 21 kHz 44.
Specifications 4 MP3 format Recording mode Built-in memory (4 GB) 320 kbps Approx. 22h. 30min. 256 kbps Approx. 28h. 30min. 128 kbps Approx. 57h. 00min. 64 kbps (mono) Approx. 114h. 00min. SD card 4 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB Approx. 53h. 00min. Approx. 66h. 30min. Approx. 133h. 00min. Approx. 267h. 00min. Approx. 104h. 00min. Approx. 130h. 00min. Approx. 261h. 00min. Approx. 522h. 00min. Approx. 214h. 00min. Approx. 268h. 00min. Approx. 537h. 00min. Approx. 1074h. 00min. Approx. 432h. 00min.
Specifications ▌ Guide to battery life 4 lithium ion battery: (linear PCM format) Recording mode Built-in stereo microphone (During recording mode) Headphone playback 96.0 kHz/24bit Approx. 9h. 30min. Approx. 12h. 30min. 96.0 kHz/16bit Approx. 11h. 00min. Approx. 12h. 30min. 88.2 kHz/24bit Approx. 10h. 00min. Approx. 13h. 30min. 88.2 kHz/16bit Approx. 11h. 15min. Approx. 14h. 00min. 46.0 kHz/24bit Approx. 11h. 00min. Approx. 14h. 00min. Approx. 12h. 15min. Approx. 14h. 15min. 44.
Technical assistance and support The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only. s Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 s User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus.
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