DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER WS-331M WS-321M WS-311M INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for information about using the product correctly and safely. Keep the instructions handy for future reference. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.
Introduction ● The contents of this document may be changed in the future without advanced notice. Contact our Customer Support Center for the latest information relating to product names and model numbers. ● The utmost care has been taken to ensure the integrity of the contents of this document. In the unlikely event that a questionable item, error, or omission is found, please contact our Customer Support Center.
INDEX Table of Contents P.4 Safe and Proper Usage P.6 Getting Started P.8 When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder P.19 Using the Recorder on Your PC P.44 Using the Recorder as a Music Player P.48 Feature Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player P.72 Other Practical Use Methods P.94 Other Information P.
Table of Contents Introduction .............................................. 2 Recording from External Microphone INDEX ...................................................... 3 or Other Devices ............................. 28 Table of Contents .................................... 4 Playing ................................................... 30 Safe and Proper Usage ........................... 6 Noise Cancel Function (Noise Cancel) ... 34 General Precautions ................................
Table of Contents Transferring Music File to the Recorder ...... 52 Formatting the Recorder (Format) ........ 91 Music Playback ...................................... 55 Viewing System Information Select Play Mode (Play Mode) .............. 59 (System Info.) .................................. 93 Random Playback (Random) ................ 61 Increasing the WOW Effect (WOW) ...... 63 6 Other Practical Use Methods Selecting Equalizer (EQ) ....................... 66 Moving the Tracks (Move) .............
Safe and Proper Usage Before using your new recorder, read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference. • The warning symbols indicate important safety related information. To protect yourself and others from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided.
General Precautions ● Do not operate the unit while operating a vehicle (such as a bicycle, motorcycle, or go-cart). ● Keep the unit out of the reach of children. Recorded content in memory may be destroyed or erased by operating mistakes, unit malfunction, or during repair work. It is recommended to back up and save important content to other media such as a computer hard disk.
Getting Started Main Features This product can be used to record meetings or notes, for use in conferences and other business settings, and for language studies. It can also be used as a digital music player. This recorder features a two-part design. The battery compartment separates from the main unit to expose a USB terminal, for direct connection to your PC. 1 Main Features Main Features of the Digital Voice Recorder External Microphone (optional) ☞ P.
Main Features ● It has a backlight full-dot display (LCD display screen). (☞ P. 11) ● It features various repeat functions. (☞ P. 59, P. 78) ● Index mark and temp mark features allow you to quickly find desired locations. (☞ P. 76) ● The playback speed can be controlled as preferred. (☞ P. 84) 1 Main Features of the Digital Music Player • The WS-331M can hold about 500 songs; the WS-321M about 250, and the WS-311M about 125. (at 128 kbps, 4 minutes per song) ● It has built-in WOW XT. (☞ P.
Identification of Parts 1 * & 2 ^ 3 ( Main unit 4 5 1 Identification of Parts 10 % 9 $ 0 # ! @ 6 ) = 7 - q 8 w 1 EAR (Earphone) jack 2 MIC (Microphone) jack 3 Built-in stereo microphone (R) 4 REC (Record) button 5 STOP button 6 PLAY button 7 Built-in speaker 8 USB terminal 9 VOL (+) button 0 9 button ! VOL (–) button @ FOLDER/INDEX button # $ % ^ & * ( ) = q w Battery compartment ERASE button OK/MENU button 0 button Display (LCD panel) Record/Play indicator light Built-in stereo micr
Identification of Parts Display (LCD Panel) VOICE mode display 56 7 1 8 S HQ E 120 120F 1 9 0 ! @ 4 1 Folder indicator 2 VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator 3 Record mode indicator 4 Character information display 5 Microphone sensitivity indicator 6 Erase lock indicator 7 Low Cut Filter indicator 8 Playback effect indicator # 0 ! 1 Music 01 /36 SONG A/Artist $ 4 8 AS 9 Identification of Parts 2 3 MUSIC mode display 9 Battery indicator 0 Current file number ! Total number of
Inserting Battery 1 2 3 1 1 Inserting Battery 2 Lightly press down on the arrow and slide the battery cover open. Insert size-AAA alkaline battery, observing the correct polarity. Close the battery cover completely by pressing to the direction A, then sliding to the direction B. If the “hour” indicator flashes in the display, see “Setting Time/ Date (Time & Date)” (☞ P. 17). Replacing the Battery The battery indicator on the display changes as the battery loses power.
Power Supply When the recorder is not being used, turn the power off to reduce battery consumption to a minimum. Even if the power is turned off, existing data, mode settings, and clock settings will be maintained. Turning On the Power Slide the HOLD switch in the direction opposite that indicated by the arrow. 1 Power Supply The display will turn on and the power will be turned on. The resume function will bring the recorder back to the stop position in memory before power was turned off.
VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode This device can be used as a voice recorder or as a music player. For recording and playing back voice recordings, set the mode switch to VOICE. For listening to music, set the mode switch to MUSIC. VOICE Mode Slide the mode switch to the VOICE position. The recorder provides five folders, named A through E, for storing audio data. The files like recorded audio or language files transferred from a PC, are stored in these folders as individual files.
VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode MUSIC Mode Slide the mode switch to the MUSIC position. This recorder can save the music files (WMA, MP3 files) transferred from the PC in the 2 music folders, the original “Root” folder and its subsidiary “Music” folder. Also, this recorder can create the folders in up to 2 layers within the “Music” folder. It is convenient to manage the multiple albums with the same artist name. Up to 200 files can be saved in each folder.
VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode How to Select a File Current folder 1 Root Music SONG A.wma SONG B.wma SONG C.wma Folder being selected Artist A Album1 Album2 SONG E.wma SONG F.wma Music Artist A Artist B Artist C SONG D.wma File being selected Album1 SONG G.wma SONG H.wma SONG I .wma SONG J.wma ∗ Album1 01 /11 SONG G / Artist A 00 00 Fld 05 32 Title (name of the file)/Artist VOICE Mode and MUSIC Mode Root Music SONG A.wma SONG B.wma SONG C.wma Music Artist A Artist B Artist C SONG D.
Setting Time/Date (Time & Date) If you set the date and time beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automatically stored for each file. Setting the date and time beforehand enables easier file management. The hour indicator will flash automatically when you load a battery before using the recorder for the first time, or after the recorder hasn’t been used for a long time. Proceed from step 1. Se t T i me &M Da t e 1 2 2 Press the + or – button to set.
Setting Time/Date (Time & Date) 4 3 1 The clock will start from the set date and time. Press the OK button according to the time signal. Press the STOP button to close the menu. ......................................................................................................... Note • If you press the OK button during the setup operation, the recorder will save the items that were set to that point.
When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder Recording Before starting recording, select a folder between Folder A to Folder E.These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder A might be used to store private information, while Folder B might be dedicated to holding business information. Newly recorded audio will be saved as the last file in the selected folder. a Every time the FOLDER button is pressed, folders will switch. 1 2 01 /119 WS330001.
Recording Notes • To ensure recording from the beginning, start speaking after you see the red record/play indicator light on. • A beep will sound when remaining recording time reaches 60 seconds, 30 seconds, and 10 seconds while recording. • When remaining recording time is less than 60 seconds, the record/play indicator light starts flashing in red. When the recording time is decreasing to 30 or 10 seconds, the light flashes faster.
Recording Listening While Audio is Recorded To EAR (earphone) jack If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the EAR jack on the recorder, you can hear the sound being recorded. The sound volume on the recording monitor can be adjusted by pressing the VOL (+) or VOL (–) button. Connect the earphone to the EAR jack on the recorder. ➥ After recording has started, you can hear the sound being • Recording level cannot be controlled using the volume button.
Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the threshold level. The VCVA feature extends recording time and conserves memory by stopping recording during silent periods, which helps the playback to be more efficient.
Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) 7 8 7 If it is set to “On”, display. a 120 120 HQ will appear on the 0 0M 0 0S 1H 27M 53S a VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator 8 Press the REC button to start recording. HQ When the sound volume is lower than the preset threshold sound level, recording automatically stops after 1 sec approximately, and “Standby” flashes on the display. The record/play indicator light glows red when recording starts and flashes when recording pauses.
Recording Modes (Rec Mode) The recording mode can be chosen from ST XQ (stereo extra high quality sound recording), ST HQ (stereo high quality sound recording), ST SP (stereo standard recording), HQ (high quality sound recording), SP (standard recording), and LP (long-term recording). 6 5 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 5 6 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 1 2 2 Recording Modes (Rec Mode) While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense) Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs. 1 2 3 4 5 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. 7 6 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 6 7 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 3 1 2 4 Press the OK or 9 button. The “Rec Menu” screen opens. Press the + or – button to choose “Mic Sense”. Re c Me n u Rec Mode Mic Sense VCVA Low Cut Filter Press the OK or 9 button.
Set the Low Cut Filter (Low Cut Filter) The recorder has a Low Cut Filter function to minimize low-frequency sounds and record voices more clearly. This function can reduce noise from air conditioners, projectors and other similar noises. 3 1 2 2 Set the Low Cut Filter (Low Cut Filter) 5 4 7 6 1 2 3 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. 4 5 Press the OK or 9 button. 6 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen.
Set the Low Cut Filter (Low Cut Filter) Recommended Settings by Recording Condition Recommended settings Recording condition Conferences with large crowds and lectures in large rooms. Recording Mode Microphone Sensitivity Low Cut Filter ST XQ Conf ST XQ, ST HQ, ST SP Dictation with a lot of background noise. ST XQ, ST HQ, HQ Dict ST XQ Microphone Sensitivity ∗ Music playing, wild birds singing, and railway sounds. Dictation in a quiet environment. On Off There is no particular recommendation.
Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices Recording with External Microphone To MIC (microphone) jack Connect the external microphone to the microphone jack of the recorder. When the external microphone is connected to the microphone jack of the recorder, the built-in microphone will not operate.
Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices Recording the Sound of Other Devices with this Recorder To MIC (microphone) jack ME VOLUME The sound can be recorded when connecting to the audio output terminal (earphone jack) of the other device, and the microphone jack of the recorder with the connecting cord (optional KA333) (☞ P. 97) for dubbing.
Playing 1 1 Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. 2 Press the + or – button to choose the file that you want to play. 2 Playing 2 01 /120 WS330001.WMA/ 5 WS330002.WMA WS330003.WMA WS330004.WMA Every time the FOLDER button is pressed, folders will switch. 03 /120 WS330001.WMA WS330002.WMA WS330003.WMA/ 5 WS330004.WMA In the list display, use the + and – buttons to place the cursor on the desired file. Press the 9 button in the list display to change the screen to the file display.
Playing 5 5 Press the STOP or OK button at any point you want to stop the playback. Stop a file play back at any point. Press the PLAY or OK button to start playing back from where it was stopped. Press and hold the STOP button while this recorder is in stop mode to display the remaining memory. Time & Date 1 M 7 D 07 Y MA10:38 Remain 6 8H5 6M0 2S 1.9GB 2 Playing Forwarding Press and hold the 9 button while the recorder is stopped in the file display. ➥ If you release the button, it will stop.
Playing Rewinding Press and hold the 0 button while the recorder is stopped in the file display. ➥ If you release the button, it will stop. Press the PLAY or OK button to start playing back from where it was stopped. HQ a 03 120 0 2M 0 5S 22M 41S a File length 2 Playing Press and hold the 0 button while playing a file. ➥ When you release the 0 button the recorder will resume normal playback. • If there is an index mark or temp mark in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location.
Playing Playback Through Earphone To EAR (earphone) jack An earphone can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder for listening. ➥ When the earphone is used, the recorder speaker will be switched-off. ....................................................................................................... Notes 2 Playing • To avoid irritation to the ear, insert the earphone after turning down the volume level. • When you listen with the earphone during playback, do not raise the volume too much.
Noise Cancel Function (Noise Cancel) If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of noisy surroundings, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. Noise will be reduced in the file when it’s played back for better sound quality. 1 2 2 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42). If the recorder is stopped, proceed to Step 2. If the recorder is playing, proceed to Step 4.
Noise Cancel Function (Noise Cancel) 7 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 8 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 8 7 If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the “Play Menu” screen. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. If it is set to anything other than “Off”, will appear on the display. a HQ 03 120 0 5M 1 0S 22M 41S ............................................................
Set the Voice Filter (Voice Filter) The recorder has a Voice Filter Function to cut low and high frequency tones during normal, fast, or slow playback, and enable clear audio playback. 1 2 2 1 Set the Voice Filter (Voice Filter) 4 3 6 5 36 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42). If the recorder is stopped, proceed to Step 2. If the recorder is playing, proceed to Step 4.
Set the Voice Filter (Voice Filter) 7 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 8 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 8 7 If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the “Play Menu” screen. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. If it is set to “On”, will appear on the display. a HQ 03 120 0 5M 1 0S 22M 41S • Once the Voice Filter is set to “On“, it will remain enabled until set to “Off“.
Continuous Playback (All Play) This function allows you to listen to all your recordings of one folder in one go without any stop between the files. 1 2 2 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42). If the recorder is stopped, proceed to Step 2. If the recorder is playing, proceed to Step 4. Continuous Playback (All Play) 1 4 3 6 5 38 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. 2 Press the + or – button to choose “Play Menu”.
Continuous Playback (All Play) 8 7 8 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the “Play Menu” screen. Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. 7 ..................................................................................................................................................
Locking Files (Lock) Locking a file keeps important data from being accidentally erased. Locked files are not erased when you choose to erase all files from a folder (☞ P. 73). 1 1 2 Choose the file that you want to lock. In the list display, use the + and – buttons to place the cursor on the desired file. Press the 9 button in the list display to change the screen to the file display. In the file display, press the 9 or 0 button to select a file. 03 /120 WS330001.WMA WS330002.WMA WS330003.
Locking Files (Lock) 6 6 8 7 7 03 120 On: Locks the file and prevents it from being erased. Off: Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased. On Of f Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the “Sub Menu” screen. Press the STOP button to close the menu. a Erase lock indicator 2 a HQ 03 120 0 0M 0 0S 22M 41S Locking Files (Lock) 8 Press the + or – button to choose between “On” and “Off”.
Menu List (VOICE Mode) Below is a map of the menu structure seen when the menus are entered while the recorder is stopped. If the MENU button is pressed and held for more than one second during playback, “Back Space”, “Noise Cancel”, “Voice Filter”, “Play Speed”, and “All Play” settings can be set, without interrupting playback. Menus highlighted with are common to both “VOICE” and “MUSIC” modes, and can be selected even when the mode switch is set to “MUSIC”.
Menu List (VOICE Mode) Menu Beep & Display Ref. Page Beep On, Off P. 87 Backlight On, Off P. 88 Contrast 01-12 P. 89 LED On, Off P. 90 Lock On, Off P. 40 In order of hour, minute, year, month, and day P. 17 Start, Cancel P. 91 Capacity, Model Name, Version P. 93 Time & Date Format System Info. 2 Menu List (VOICE Mode) Sub Menu Setting ..................................................................................................................................................
Using the Recorder on Your PC Saving Files in Your PC By being connected to a PC, the recorder enables you to do the following: • You can save (back-up) the files stored in the recorder on your PC. Also, you can transfer the files from your PC to the recorder. • Using the Windows Media Player, the stored WMA or MP3 files on your PC can be transferred and played back on this recorder. 3 Saving Files in Your PC 44 • Playback voice files on your PC.
Saving Files in Your PC ● Data can be written or uploaded to the recorder even though the attribute of the recorder drive is shown as read only by the operating system of the PC. ● As the noise may cause adverse effects on electronics devices nearby the recorder, unplug the external microphone and earphone when you connect the recorder to a PC.
Connecting to Your PC Connecting to Your PC 1 3 Connecting to Your PC 2 1 2 3 3 4 With the recorder stopped, slide the HOLD switch to the HOLD position, and turn the recorder off. The display will turn off. Detach the battery compartment pressing the RELEASE button of the rear side. Connect the recorder’s USB terminal to a PC USB port or USB hub. Remote “Remote” is displayed on recorder if the USB is connected. Launch My Computer, in the window, the recorder will appear as a removable disk.
Connecting to Your PC Disconnecting from Your PC 1 Click the on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely Remove Hardware]. The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used. When the safe to remove hardware window appears, click [OK]. Make sure that the display is turned off, disconnect the USB. Connect the battery compartment to the main unit. Leave the HOLD switch in its disabled position (☞ P. 75) when connecting the battery compartment. .................
Using the Recorder as a Music Player Using the Recorder as a Music Player The recorder supports music files in WMA and MP3 formats, which can be transferred from the PC to the corresponding music folder of the recorder. Using Windows Media Player 4 By using Windows Media Player, music files from music CDs can be converted (ripped) (☞ P. 51) and music files that you have bought from any music distribution sites can be easily transferred to the recorder ( ☞ P. 52).
Importing Content for Listening on the Recorder You can transfer language content and music files imported from language CDs and the Internet using Windows Media Player for playing on the recorder. The recorder is compatible with WMA and MP3 language content. Import Files Using Windows Media Player Copy music files and language content from CDs to a computer. ➥ Please see “Copying Music from CD” (☞ P. 51) for details.
Window Names Windows Media Player 11 Windows Media Player 10 1 1 2 3 4 4 Window Names 50 2 4 6 8 0 3 5 7 9 1 Features taskbar 2 Seek slider 3 Shuffle button 4 Repeat button 5 Stop button 6 Previous button 7 Play button 8 Next button 9 Mute button 0 Volume slider 6 8 0 5 7 9 1 Features taskbar 2 Quick Access Panel button 3 Seek slider 4 Rewind button 5 Play button 6 Stop button 7 Previous button 8 Next button 9 Mute button 0 Volume slider ! Shuffle/Repeat button @ Fast Forward button @ !
Copying Music from CD 1 2 Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive and start Windows Media Player. 3 5 Put a check mark on the music file that you want to copy. 3 2 4 From the Features taskbar, click the [Rip] menu. After clicking the [Rip] menu, click the [View Album Info] for Windows Media Player 10 as necessary. If Internet connectivity is available, CD information is searched. Click the [Start Rip].
Transferring Music File to the Recorder You can transfer the music files saved in your PC to this recorder. For how to copy the music files from the CD to your PC, see “Copying Music from CD” (☞ P. 51). Windows Media Player 11 4 Transferring Music File to the Recorder 52 1 2 3 2,3 Connect the recorder to a PC and start Windows Media Player. From the Features taskbar, click the [Sync]. Click the [Sync] menu again to select [DVR] → [Advanced Options], [Set Up Sync], then set as follows.
Transferring Music File to the Recorder 4 Select the desired category from the [Library] on the left, then select music files or albums to transfer to the recorder and drag and drop them in the [Sync List] on the right. 5 Click the [Start Sync]. The file is transferred to the recorder. 4 5 Windows Media Player 10 From the Features taskbar, click the [Sync].
Transferring Music File to the Recorder 5 Click on the upper right corner and set the synchronization options. Click on the [Create folder hierarchy on device] to check.*1 *2 The folder with artist name or album name is automatically created. This will make you find the file you want to listen to more easily. 6 5 *1 If [Create folder hierarchy on device] is checked by default, click to uncheck the box once, and click it again to check.
Music Playback This recorder supports WMA and MP3 formats. To playback the music files using the music player, you need to transfer (copy) the corresponding music files from the PC to this recorder’s folders for music (☞ P. 52). 1 2 3 2 1 Set the mode switch to MUSIC (☞ P. 15) . Insert the stereo earphone into the EAR (earphone) jack of the recorder. Select the music file that you want to play (☞ P. 16) . In the file display, press the 9 or 0 button to select a file.
Music Playback 5 5 Press the + or – button to select the proper sound volume. The display shows the volume level. You can choose between 0 and 30. f Volume level meter 6 6 4 Music Playback 56 Root 01 /06 SONG A / Artist C Volume Level 1 5 f Press the STOP or OK button at any point you want to stop the playback. Stop a file play back at any point. Press the PLAY or OK button to start playing back from where it was stopped.
Music Playback Forwarding Press and hold the 9 button while the recorder is stopped in the file display. ➥ If you release the button, it will stop. Press the PLAY or OK button to start playing back from where it was stopped. Press and hold the 9 button while playing a file. ➥ When you release the 9 button the recorder will resume normal playback. • If there is an index mark or temp mark (☞ P. 76) in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location.
Music Playback Skip a Music File While Playing It Press the 9 button during playback, slow playback, or fast playback. ➥ The next file is cued and playback starts at the previously set speed. • It cues within the playback range selected in “Play Mode”. If “Random” is “On”, it cues the next file randomly. Press the 0 button during playback, slow playback, or fast playback. ➥ The file being played is cued and playback starts at the previously set speed.
Select Play Mode (Play Mode) There are six play modes. You can choose whether to play by file or folder, or all files stored in the recorder. 1 1 2 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 70). If the recorder is stopped, proceed to Step 2. If the recorder is playing, proceed to Step 4. 2 3 Press the OK or 9 button. The “Play Menu” screen opens. Me n u Play Menu Beep & Display Sub Menu Play Menu Play Mode Random WOW EQ Press the OK or 9 button. Start setting a play mode.
Select Play Mode (Play Mode) 5 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 6 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 6 5 If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the “Play Menu” screen. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. An icon will appear on the display according to the setting. 01 /06 Root SONG A / Artist C a 02 13 04 26 F a Selected play mode 4 Select Play Mode (Play Mode) 60 ..
Random Playback (Random) You can set the random playback of the music files within the range set in “Play Mode” (☞ P. 59). 1 1 2 3 5 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 70). If the recorder is stopped, proceed to Step 2. If the recorder is playing, proceed to Step 3. 2 3 Press the OK or 9 button. 4 5 Press the OK or 9 button. 6 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 6 The “Play Menu” screen opens. Press the + or – button to choose “Random”.
Random Playback (Random) 7 7 Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. If it is set to “On”, will appear on the display. 01 /06 Root SONG A / Artist C a 02 13 Fld 04 26 a Random playback indicator ............................................................................................................................................................
Increasing the WOW Effect (WOW) The recorder has WOW XT, an audio processing technology that increases sound clarity and bass quality. The level of the surround effect (SRS 3D) and the bass effect (TruBass) may be individually adjusted through three levels of processing or turned off. Surround effect (SRS 3D): Increases the sound-expansion effect and sound clarity. Bass effect (TruBass): Enriches the low sounds. 1 1 2 4 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 70). If the recorder is stopped, proceed to Step 2.
Increasing the WOW Effect (WOW) 6 7 4 Increasing the WOW Effect (WOW) 64 6 Press the + or – button to select the surround level. 7 Press the OK button to save your setting. 8 Press the + or – button to choose “TruBass”. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, move the cursor to change playback sound accordingly. Returns to the “SRS 3D” or “TruBass” selection display. If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled.
Increasing the WOW Effect (WOW) 12 11 11 Press the OK button to save your setting. 12 Press the STOP button to close the menu. T r uBa s s H i gh Low Se t O f f Returns to the “SRS 3D” or “TruBass” selection display. If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. If it is set to anything other than “Off”, will appear on the display.
Selecting Equalizer (EQ) If you change the equalizer setting, you can enjoy the music with your favorite sound quality. 1 1 2 4 3 Selecting Equalizer (EQ) 4 5 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 70). If the recorder is stopped, proceed to Step 2. If the recorder is playing, proceed to Step 3. 2 3 Press the OK or 9 button. 4 5 Press the OK or 9 button. 6 Press the 9 button. 6 66 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
Selecting Equalizer (EQ) 7 7 8 8 USER 60Hz Press the + or – button to select the equalizer level. USER 250Hz 4 If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the “Play Menu” screen. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. An icon will appear on the display according to the setting. 01 /06 Root SONG A / Artist C 02 13 a Fld 04 26 Selecting Equalizer (EQ) 10 Press the STOP button to close the menu.
Moving the Tracks (Move) You can move a file in a folder to change the order of playback. First select the file for which you want to change the playback order. 2 1 4 Moving the Tracks (Move) 3,4 5 6 68 1 2 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. 3 Press the OK or 9 button. 4 Press the OK or 9 button. 5 Press the + or – button to choose the file you want to move it. 6 Press the OK or 9 button. The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 70).
Moving the Tracks (Move) 7 9 8 Press the OK button to complete the file moving. 9 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 8 If there are more files to move, repeat Steps 5 through 8. If the OK button is pressed for one second or longer, file order rearrangement will close and the recorder will return to the “Sub Menu” screen. Mo v e Music SONG A.wma SONG C.wma SONG B.wma Mo v e Music SONG A.wma SONG C.wma SONG B.
Menu List (MUSIC Mode) Below is a map of the menu structure seen when the menus are entered while the recorder is stopped. If the MENU button is pressed and held for more than one second during playback, “Play Mode”, “Random”, “WOW”, “EQ”, “Back Space”, and “Play Speed” settings can be set, without interrupting playback. Menus highlighted with are common to both “VOICE” and “MUSIC” modes, and can be selected even when the mode switch is set to “VOICE”.
Menu List (MUSIC Mode) Menu Beep & Display Setting Ref. Page Beep On, Off P. 87 Backlight On, Off P. 88 Contrast 01-12 P. 89 LED On, Off P. 90 4 Sub Menu Time & Date Format System Info. Programs the order in which to play files in the folder. P. 68 In order of hour, minute, year, month, and day. P. 17 Start, Cancel P. 91 Capacity, Model Name, Version P. 93 Menu List (MUSIC Mode) Move ...............................................................................................
Features Common to the Voice Recorder and Music Player * This chapter will use VOICE mode display screens to explain the operations. Erasing Erasing One File at a Time A selected file can be erased from a folder. 2 1 2 Select the file you want to delete. In the stop status, display the file or place the cursor on the file in the list display. Press the ERASE button. The “Cancel” indicator flashes. XQ 33 120 E r a s e Cance l 5 Erasing 3 3 4 Press the “Erase”.
Erasing Erase All Files from a Folder All files in a folder can be erased simultaneously. The locked files (☞ P. 40) and the files set to read-only on the PC will not be erased. 1 2 1 2 Press the ERASE button twice. The “Cancel” indicator flashes. 120 XQ Al l E r a s e Cance l 3 Press the + button to choose “All Erase”. 120 Al l E r a s e Cance l 4 Press the OK button. The display changes to “All Erase!” and erasing will start.
Erasing Notes • An erased file cannot be restored. • The locked files and the files that are set to read-only will not be erased (☞ P. 40). • If an action is not selected within eight seconds on the “Cancel”, “Erase”, or “All Erase” screens, the recorder will return to stop status. • It may take over 10 seconds to complete erasing. Never turn the power off or remove batteries during this time because data may be corrupted.
Hold If you bring the HOLD switch to the HOLD position, the current conditions will be preserved, and all buttons and switches will be disabled.This feature is useful when the recorder has to be carried in a bag or pocket. Set the Recorder to HOLD Mode Slide the HOLD switch in the direction indicated by the arrow while the recorder is not in operation. Hold After “Hold” appears on the display, the recorder is set to HOLD mode.
Index Marks and Temp Marks If index marks and temp marks are placed, you can quickly find a location you want to listen to in fast forward and fast rewind and when cuing a file. Index marks cannot be placed on files created on machines other than Olympus IC recorders, but temp marks can be placed instead to temporarily remember desired locations. Setting an Index Mark or a Temp Mark 1 1 Press the INDEX button during recording or playing.
Index Marks and Temp Marks 3 Press the ERASE button while the index or temp number appears for approximately 2 seconds on the display. The index or temp mark is erased. 3 HQ 120 120 I nde x 0 8 C l e a r Index or temp numbers after the erased index or temp number will automatically move up. Temp marks are temporary markings, so if you move to another file, switch to the list screen, or connect the recorder to a computer, they will be automatically erased. ............................................
How to Begin Segment Repeat Playback This function enables repeated playback of part of the file being played. 1 Choose a file that contains a segment you want to play back repeatedly, and press the PLAY or OK button. HQ 45M 06S File playback begins. 2 5 How to Begin Segment Repeat Playback 78 2 HQ 3 Press the REC button again at the position where you want to end segment repeat playback. The “ Play” message appears, and repeat playback will start.
How to Begin Segment Repeat Playback Cancel the Segment Repeat Playback Function Press the REC button. ➥ The segment repeat playback is released and playback continues without repeating. Press the STOP button. ➥ The segment repeat playback is released and stop playback. Press the 9 button. ➥ Pressing the 9 button will release segment repeat playback and fast forward and cue to the beginning of the next file. 5 How to Begin Segment Repeat Playback Press the 0 button.
Menu Setting Method Each item of the menu list (☞ P. 42, P. 70) can be set by the following method. 1 The “Menu” screen opens. If the recorder is stopped, proceed to Step 2. If the recorder is playing, proceed to Step 4. For information on the menu items which can be set during playback, see the menu list. 1 5 2 Menu Setting Method 3 4 5 80 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. 2 Press the + or – button to move to the item to be set.
Menu Setting Method 6 8 6 Press the + or – button to change the setting. 7 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 7 8 If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, move the cursor to change playback sound accordingly. The new setting will be displayed on the screen. Pressing the 0 button rather than the OK button will cancel the new setting and return the display to the previous menu screen. Press the STOP button to close the menu.
Auto Backspace Review (Back Space) To ease the reviewing of a voice file you can set an auto backspace for several seconds, so you will listen to the last phrase repeatedly. 1 2 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42, P. 70). If the recorder is stopped, proceed to Step 2. If the recorder is playing, proceed to Step 4. 1 5 Auto Backspace Review (Back Space) 82 While the recorder is stopped or during playback, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer.
Auto Backspace Review (Back Space) 6 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 7 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 8 Press the 0 button while the file is being replayed. 7 6 8 If the 0 button is pressed, the setting will be canceled and it will return to the “Play Menu” screen. Me n u Rec Menu Play Menu Beep & Display Sub Menu If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. Playback starts at the set point of seconds before. ..
Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed) The playback speed of the file can be changed between 0.5 and 1.5 times speed in increments of 0.125. Change the speed according to need such as listening to meeting content at a fast speed or reviewing spots that you couldn't catch in a language lesson at a slow speed. The tone will be automatically adjusted digitally without changing the voice so it sounds natural.
Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed) 2,4 3 6 8 7 5 6 Press the OK or 9 button. 7 8 Press the OK or 9 button. Press the OK or 9 button. The “Play Menu” screen opens. Press the + or – button to choose “Play Speed”. Play Menu Back Space Noise Cancel Voice Filter Play Speed The playback speed setup process begins. Press the + or – button to choose between “S. Play” and “F. Play”. Play Speed S . P l a y F . P l a y Start setting each of “S. Play” and “F. Play”.
Changing the Playback Speed (Play Speed) 10 9 9 10 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. Returns to the “S.Play” or “F.Play” selection display. Press the STOP button to close the menu. If the recorder goes to the menu screen during playback, press the 0 button to close the menu screen. As in Regular Play mode, you can stop playback, cue a file, or insert an index mark (☞ P. 76) in F. Play and S. Play modes as well. ...........................................................................
System Sounds (Beep) The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of errors. System sounds may be turned off. 1 2 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42, P. 70). 1 2 Press the + or – button to choose “Beep & Display”. 3 Press the OK or 9 button. 4 5 Press the OK or 9 button. 6 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 7 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 7 6 The “Beep & Display” screen opens.
Backlight (Backlight) The recorder display backlight is On by default. The display will remain lit for about 10 seconds when a button on the recorder is pressed. 1 2 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42, P.70). 1 3 5 4 Backlight (Backlight) 5 6 2 3 4 Press the + or – button to choose “Beep & Display”. 5 6 Press the OK or 9 button. 7 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 8 Press the STOP button to close the menu.
LCD Contrast Adjustment (Contrast) Display contrast can be adjusted in 12 levels. 1 2 1 3 4 6 8 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42, P. 70). 2 3 4 Press the + or – button to choose “Beep & Display”. 5 6 Press the OK or 9 button. Press the OK or 9 button. The “Beep & Display” screen opens. Press the + or – button to choose “Contrast”. Beep Backlight Contrast LED 5 The contrast setup process begins. Press the + or – button to set the contrast level.
LED (LED) You can set it so the Record/Play indicator light does not turn on. 1 2 1 3 4 5 LED (LED) 5 6 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42, P. 70). 2 3 4 Press the + or – button to choose “Beep & Display”. 5 6 Press the OK or 9 button. 7 Press the OK button to complete the setup screen. 8 Press the STOP button to close the menu. 8 7 90 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. Press the OK or 9 button. The “Beep & Display” screen opens.
Formatting the Recorder (Format) If you format the recorder, all files will be removed and all function settings will return to defaults except date and time settings. Transfer any important files to a computer before formatting the recorder. 1 2 While the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button for 1 second or longer. The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42, P. 70). 1 4 6 5 Press the + or – button to choose “Sub Menu”. 3 4 Press the OK or 9 button. 5 Press the OK or 9 button. 6 Press the “Start”.
Formatting the Recorder (Format) 7,9 8 7 Press the OK button. 8 Press the + button again to choose “Start”. 9 Press the OK button. After the "Data Will Be Cleared" message is on for 2 seconds, "Cancel" will turn on. Formatting begins and an indicator flashes on the display. Formatting the Recorder (Format) 92 F o r ma t Su r e? S t a r t Cance l F o r ma t F o r ma t ! { 5 F o r ma t Su r e? S t a r t Cance l “Format Done” displays when formatting ends. F o r ma t F o r ma t Don e .......
Viewing System Information (System Info.) You can check the recorder's information on the menu screen. 1 2 1 3 The “Menu” screen opens (☞ P. 42, P. 70). 2 3 4 Press the + or – button to choose “Sub Menu”. Press the OK or 9 button. The “Sub Menu” screen opens. Press the + or – button to choose “System Info.”. 5 Press the OK or 9 button. 6 Press the STOP button to close the menu. “Capacity/Model/Version” will appear. 5 Sub Me n u Lock Time & Date Format System Info. System Info.
Other Practical Use Methods Using as External Memory of the Computer With the recorder connected to your PC, you can download data from the memory to your PC and upload data stored on your PC to the memory. Example: Copying Data from PC to Recorder using Explorer 6 Using as External Memory of the Computer 94 1 2 3 4 5 Start Windows. Connecting the recorder to your PC. For the connection procedure, refer to “Connecting to Your PC” (☞ P. 46). Open the Explorer window. The product’s name is displayed.
Other Information Alarm Message List Message Battery Low Meaning File Protected Index Full Low battery power Erase-locked Index full Temp Full Tempmark full Folder Full Folder full Memory Error Error in the internal memory Illegally copied file Zero remaining memory No file License Mismatch Memory Full No File Formatting error Can't Make The System File. Connect To PC And Delete Unnecessary File The management file cannot be created. Action Replace with new batteries (☞ P. 12).
Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause Action Nothing appears on the display The battery is not loaded properly. The battery is dead. The recorder is in HOLD mode. Won’t start The recorder is in HOLD mode. Verify polarity is correct. Replace with new battery (☞ P. 12). Release the recorder from HOLD (☞ P. 75). Release the recorder from HOLD (☞ P. 75). Replace with new battery (☞ P. 12). Erase unnecessary files (☞ P. 72). Check another folder.
Accessories (Optional) Stereo microphone: ME51S The high fidelity of the recording, which only stereo can perform. Furthermore, it gives clear sound quality with less noise. Ni-MH rechargeable battery and charger set: BC400 (Europe only) Highly sensitive noise-cancellation monaural microphone: ME52 BC400 comes with an Ni-MH rechargeable battery charger(BU-400) and 4 Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (BR401) as a pack. This charger can quick charge Olympus AA or AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries.
Specifications For the Digital Voice Recorder 7 Specifications 98 Recording format: WMA (Windows Media Audio) Input level: –70 dBv Sampling frequency: ST XQ mode: 44.1 kHz ST HQ mode: 44.1 kHz ST SP mode: 44.1 kHz HQ mode: 44.
Specifications For the Digital Music Player Common Specifications Compatible data format: WMA, MP3 (MPEG-1/MPEG-2 Audio Layer-3) Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz Frequency band: 20 Hz to 20 kHz Playback time: WS-331M: about 500 songs WS-321M: about 250 songs WS-311M: about 125 songs (128kbps/4 minutes per song) Maximum headphone output: 5mW + 5mW (at load of 22 Ω) Alkaline battery life: WMA: Approx. 16 hours MP3: Approx. 19 hours Ni-MH rechargeable battery life: WMA: Approx. 12.5 hours MP3: Approx.
Technical Assistance and Support The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only. ◆ Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 ◆ User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus.
Declaration of Conformity Model Number: Trade Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone Number: WS-331M/WS-321M/WS-311M DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC. 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A. 1-888-553-4448 This device Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
U1-BZ8231-03 AP0706
