Olympus VP-10 Black User manual

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DIGITAL VOICE

Getting started

RECORDER

VP-10

Other information

USER MANUAL

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 recording, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.

Recording

Playback

Use with a PC

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Table of contents

Names of parts ............................................................................ 4

Recorder ................................................................................................4

Display ..................................................................................................5

1 Getting started

Setup .......................................................................................... 6

Inserting the battery............................................................................. 7

Turning the power ON ...........................................................................8

Setting the inserted battery ................................................................. 8

Setting the date/time ...........................................................................9

Charging the battery by connecting to a PC’s USB connector ............10

Charging the battery by connecting to an AC adapter with a USB

connection (model A514) ...................................................................11

Batteries....................................................................................13

Turning the power OFF ...............................................................15

Turning the power OFF .......................................................................15

2 Recording

Recording ..................................................................................16

Basic recording procedure ...................................................................16

Using earphones .................................................................................19

Selecting the automatic recording setting [Rec Scene] ................20

Selecting the automatic recording setting [Rec Scene] ......................20

Changing the information screen during recording .....................22

Changing the information screen during recording ...........................22

3 Playback

Playback ....................................................................................23

Basic playback procedure .................................................................... 23

Fast-forwarding ..................................................................................24

Rewinding ..........................................................................................24

Skipping to the beginning of a file ..................................................... 25

Selecting the automatic playback operation [Play Scene] ............27

Selecting the automatic playback operation [Play Scene] .................27

Changing the playback speed .....................................................28

Changing the playback speed ............................................................. 28

Index marks/temp marks ...........................................................29

Writing an index mark/temp mark ..................................................... 29

Erasing an index mark/temp mark .....................................................29

Preventing accidental operation ................................................30

Setting HOLD mode ............................................................................30

Releasing HOLD mode ........................................................................30

Changing the information screen during playback or stop ...........31

Changing the information screen during playback or stop ................. 31

Searching for a file [Date Search] ................................................32

Using the date search function ...........................................................32

Erasing files ...............................................................................33

Erasing files ......................................................................................... 33

4 Menu

Setting menu items ...................................................................35

Basic operation ...................................................................................35

File menu [File Menu] .................................................................37

Preventing accidental file erasure [File Lock]......................................37

Dividing files [File Divide] ...................................................................37

Displaying file information [Property] ...............................................37

Recording menu [Rec Menu] .......................................................38

Selecting the recording sensitivity [Rec Level] ...................................38

Setting the recording mode [RecMode].............................................38

Reducing noise caused by rubbing during recording [Anti-Rustle] .... 39

Reducing noise during recording [Low Cut Filter]...............................39

Voice-activated recording function [VCVA].........................................39

Playback menu [Play Menu]........................................................41

Reducing noise during playback [Noise Cancel] .................................41

Adjusting low volume portions during playback [Voice Balancer] ..... 41

Specifying the range to play back [Playback Range] ..........................41

Setting the repeat playback [Repeat] ................................................. 42

Setting a skip space [Skip Space] ........................................................42

Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder] ..................................43

LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound] ....................................................44

Setting the backlight [Backlight] ........................................................ 44

Adjusting the contrast [Contrast] ........................................................44

Setting the LED indicator light [LED] ..................................................44

Turning beeping sound ON/OFF [Beep] .............................................. 44

Selecting the speaker output [Speaker] .............................................45

Playing the beginning of files automatically [Intro Play] ...................45

Device menu [Device] .................................................................46

Setting auto power off mode [Power Off] ..........................................46

Setting the recording standby duration [Rec Standby] ............................. 46

Setting the battery in use [Battery] ....................................................46

Setting the date/time [Time & Date] .................................................47

Restoring the default settings [Reset Settings] ..................................48

Formatting the internal memory [Format].........................................48

Checking the internal memory information [Memory Info.] .............. 49

Confirming the voice recorder information [System Info.] ................. 49

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Table of contents

Dividing files [File Divide] ...........................................................50

Dividing files [File Divide] ...................................................................50

Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder] ............................52

Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder] ..................................52

Formatting the internal memory [Format] ..................................54

Formatting the internal memory [Format].........................................54

5 Use with a PC

PC operating environment .........................................................56

PC connection/disconnection ......................................................58

Connecting the voice recorder to a PC.................................................58

Disconnecting the voice recorder from a PC ........................................60

Loading a file to a PC ..................................................................61

Usage as external memory of the PC ...........................................63

Listening to files transferred from a PC .......................................64

To listen a transferred file....................................................................64

6 Other information

Alarm message list .....................................................................66

Troubleshooting ........................................................................68

Other .........................................................................................71

Recorder care ......................................................................................71

Accessories (optional) .........................................................................71

Safety precautions .....................................................................73

Specifications ............................................................................77

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Names of parts

Recorder

Names of parts

1 Earphone jack ( ) 2

REC

(record) switch

3 Display 4

MENU/SCENE

5 `

PLAY/4STOP

6 Built-in speaker 7 Built-in stereo microphone (R) 8

POWER/HOLD

9 0 button 0

–

button

switch

(

@ #

button

! @ 9 button #

button

$ Built-in stereo microphone (L) % Clip ^ LED indicator light (LED) & Battery cover * USB connector ( USB connector cover

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Names of parts

Display

4 During recording

1 2 43

1 Ba

ttery (☞ P.12)

2 Voice recorder status indicator

[ ]: Recording (☞ P.16)

]: VCVA recording stand-by (☞ P.39)

[

]: Stop

[ [

]: Playback (☞ P.23) ]: Playback pause (☞ P.23)

[

]: Fast forward (☞ P.24)

[ [

]: Fast rewind (☞ P.24) ]: Fast playback (☞ P.28)

[

]: Slow playback (☞ P.28)

[

3 Elapsed recording time 4 Current file number in folder/Total

number of recorded files in folder

4 During stop or playback

65 7 8 9

File length/Elapsed playback time

5 6 Playback range (☞ P.41) 7 Repeat 8 File lock (☞ P.37) 9 Playback folder

(when [

Music

] folder is selected)

Names of parts

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Getting started

Setup

After unpacking the voice recorder, follow the steps below to have it ready for use.

Setup

Step

Step 2

Step 3

Step

Inserting the battery

Turning the power ON

Selecting the battery setting

Select the battery setting to match the inserted battery. Select the setting for a nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery or the setting for an alkaline battery.

Setting the date/time

Set the voice recorder’s clock for use with file management.

Charging the recorder

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Setup

Inserting the battery

Before using the voice recorder, insert the battery in the battery compartment of the voice recorder.

1 Open the battery cover while

pressing the cover lock knob in

3 Close the battery cover until it is

completely closed.

the direction of the arrow.

a Do not attempt to open the battery

cover by force.

2 Insert an AAA battery, making

sure its positive and negative terminals are placed correctly.

Insert the battery’s negative terminal first.

b Tab c When attaching the cover, slide the

tab of the battery cover under the outer shell of the recorder.

NOTE

e to firmly close the battery

• Be sur cover (close until the battery cover lock clicks).

• Be sure to charge the battery before you start recording.

Cross section

Setup

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Setup

Turning the power ON

1 While the voice recorder is turned

Setup

off, slide the in the direction of the arrow.

POWER/HOLD

POWER/HOLD switch

switch

Setting the inserted battery

1 Press the + or – button to select

the type of battery you inserted.

[Ni-MH] ( ) Select if you inserted an Olympus

nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery (model BR404).

[Alkaline] ( Select if you inserted an alkaline

battery.

2 Press the OK button to finalize

the setting.

)

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Setup

Setting the date/time

1 Press the 9 or 0 button to

select the item to set.

2 Press the + or – button to change

the number.

• To change the setting of another item,

press the 9 or 0 button to move the blinking cursor, then press the + or

– button to change the number.

3 Press the OK button to finalize

the setting.

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ou can change the clock display

• Y format. See “Setting the date/time [Time & Date]” (☞ P.47) for the procedure.

Setup

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Setup

Charging the battery by connecting to a PC’s USB connector

NOTE

Setup

ore charging the battery, insert the

• Bef rechargeable battery provided and set [Battery] to [Ni-MH].

• Before connecting the USB connector, release HOLD mode (☞P.30).

1 Start the PC.

Remove the USB connector cover.

Slide open the USB connector cover using the pad of your finger.

3 After making sure the voice

recorder is stopped, connect the USB connector to a USB port on a PC.

4 Press the OK button to start

charging.

• Press the OK button while this

message is blinking.

• The LED indicator light lights while charging.

5 Charging has finished when

[

Battery full

] appears.

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Setup

Charging the battery by connecting to an AC adapter with a USB connection

(model A514)

The battery can be recharged by connecting the recorder to the provided AC adapter (A514).

NOTE

ore charging the battery, insert the

• Bef rechargeable battery provided and set [Battery] to [Ni-MH].

• Before connecting the AC adapter, release HOLD mode (☞P.30).

1 Remove the USB connector cover.

3 Connect the AC adapter to an AC

power outlet.

To an AC power outlet

Setup

Slide open the USB connector cover using the pad of your finger.

2 Connect the voice recorder to

the USB connector on the AC adapter.

To USB connector of AC adapter (model A514)

4 Press the OK button to start

charging.

• Press the OK button while this

message is blinking.

• The LED indicator light lights while charging.

5 Charging has finished when

[

Battery full

NOTE

se only the Olympus USB connecting

• U AC adapter model provided (A514).

] appears.

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Setup

Battery indicator

As the battery loses its remaining charge, the battery indicator on the display changes as

follows:

Setup

• [ ] indicates there is little remaining battery charge. Charge the battery. When the battery has run out, [ [Battery low] appears, operation stops.

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ging the recorder, release the

• Char HOLD mode. While the recorder is in HOLD mode, any button operations are disabled (☞P.30).

• Charging time: About 3 hours* * Approximate time needed to fully

charge a completely flat battery at room temperature. The charging time depends on the amount of remaining power and the state of the battery.

NOTE

er attempt to charge an alkaline

• Nev battery, lithium battery or other primary cell battery. Fluid leakage or overheating may cause the recorder to malfunction.

• The power of PC must be ON to charge the battery using the USB connector. You cannot charge the battery when the power of PC is OFF, or the PC is in standby, sleep or auto power off mode.

] and

• Do not use a USB hub when charging the battery by connecting to the PC.

• When [ the battery cannot be charged. Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of between 5 and 35°C (41 and 95°F).

*1 [

*2 [

• If battery life has become noticeably

short on a full charge, replace the battery with a new one.

• Insert the USB connector securely all the way. Operation will not be normal if the connection is not made properly.

• Use the USB extension cable provided if needed.

• Use only a compatible Olympus USB extension cable. Operation is not guaranteed if another manufacturer’s cable is used. Only use the Olympus USB extension cable with the voice recorder and never use if a product from another manufacturer is used.

• Use only the Olympus USB connecting AC adapter model provided (A514).

]*1 or [ ]*2 is displayed

]: Ambient temperature is too

low.

]: Ambient temperature is too

high

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Batteries

Rechargeable batteries

Read the information below carefully when using a nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery (model BR404).

4 Discharging

Rechargeable batteries discharge naturally when not in use. Be sure to charge the battery before use.

4 Operating temperature

Rechargeable batteries are chemical-based products. Their performance can vary even when used within the recommended operating temperature range. This variation is normal.

4 Recommended temperature

range

When powering voice recorder: 0 to 42°C

(32 to 107.6°F) When being charged: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F) During long-term storage: –20 to 30°C

(–4 to 86°F) Use of a rechargeable battery outside the temperature ranges above may result in drops in battery performance or life. When not using the voice recorder for an extended period, remove the rechargeable battery before storage to prevent fluid leakage or rust.

NOTE

he voice recorder does not support

• T manganese batteries.

• When replacing the battery, use an AAA alkaline dry cell battery or an Olympus nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery (model BR404). Operation is not guaranteed. If a battery from another manufacturer is used.

• The [Battery] screen appears automatically after you have replaced the battery. You can also use a menu operation to display this screen and set the battery (☞ P.47). After replacing the battery, turn on the power and then make sure you set the settings on the [Battery] screen and [Time & Date] screen before recording.

• You may need to reset the date/time if the battery is removed from the voice recorder for over one minute, or if the battery is quickly removed and replaced. See “Setting the date/ time [Time & Date]” (☞ P.47) for the procedure.

• Due to the nature of nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries, new batteries and batteries not used for an extended period (one month or more) may not charge completely. The battery should become fully charged after charging and discharging the battery up to three times.

• Always dispose rechargeable batteries in the legally prescribed manner. Before disposing rechargeable batteries that are not fully discharged, take steps to prevent shorting such as insulating their terminals with tape.

Batteries

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Batteries

• Always turn power off before replacing the battery. Files may be damaged if the battery is removed while the voice

Batteries

recorder is recording or performing an operation such as erasing a file.

• Even if the battery indicator is [ playback with the built-in speaker at some volumes may result in a drop in battery output voltage, causing the voice recorder to reset. Lower the volume in this case.

• The continuous battery usage time of a nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery that has been used repeatedly will be reduced due to battery degradation (☞ P.78).

• Battery life will be shorter when using a nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery that has been used repeatedly (☞ P.78).





For customers in Germany:

Olympus has an agreement with the GRS (Joint Battery Disposal Association) in Germany to ensure environmentally-friendly battery disposal.

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Turning the power OFF

Existing data, mode settings and the clock setting are saved when the power is turned OFF.

1 Slide the

the direction of the arrow for at least 0.5 seconds.

• The playback stop position at power

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urning the power OFF whenever the

• T voice recorder is not in use minimizes battery consumption.

POWER/HOLD

OFF is stored in the memory.

switch in

Auto power off mode

When the voice recorder has been stopped for at least 5 minutes (default setting) after power ON, the display disappears and the voice recorder automatically turns off (☞P.46).

• To reuse the voice recorder, turn the power ON again.

NOTE

he voice recorder will not be turned

• T off during recording, even if the

POWER/HOLD switch operated.

• If the [Rec Standby] function is

enabled, the voice recorder will remain in recording standby state even after the power is turned off so the battery will deplete more quickly. Once the time set for [Rec Standby] elapses, the power turns off completely (☞P.46).

Turning the power OFF

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Recording

Even if a recording opportunity suddenly arrises, you can start recording from the power off state. Up to 999 recordings can be made.

Basic recording procedure

Recording

1 Point the built-in microphone

in the direction of the sound to record.

Built-in stereo microphone

LED indicator light

b Recording indicator c Elapsed recording time

• The LED indicator light lights, and [ appears in the display.

• After replacing the battery, turn on the power and then make sure you set the settings on the [Battery] screen and [Time & Date] screen before recording.

• If you record simple recording content at the beginning, it will be convenient for searching later using the [Date

Search] function (☞ P.32).

3 Slide the

REC

switch to stop recording in the direction of the arrow.

]

2 Slide the

REC

switch to start recording in the direction of the arrow.

a Current file number in folder/Total

number of recorded files in folder

• [ ] appears in the display.

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Recording

Sound files recorded with the voice recorder are automatically given a file name in the format below.

VP100001 .MP3

1 File number

File numbers are assigned

consecutively.

2 Extension A file extension indicating the

recording format the file was recorded in by the voice recorder.

• Linear PCM format: “.WAV”

• MP3 format: “.MP3”

• WMA format: “.WMA”

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ecording with the voice recorder

• When r in a pocket or alike, secure it with a clip to prevent if from moving.

• Even if recording starts during playback of a file in the [Music] folder, the recorded file will be saved in the [Recorder] folder (☞P.52).

NOTE

o prevent the beginning of the

• T recording being cut off, start recording after the LED indicator light has lit or mode indicator has appeared in the display.

• When the remaining possible recording time is 60 seconds, the LED indicator light starts flashing. It flashes more rapidly as the remaining time decreases (at the 30- and 10-second points).

• When [Folder full] appears, no more recording can be done. You will need to delete unneeded files to record more (☞P.33, P.66).

• If [Memory full] appears, the voice recorder has no more available memory space. You will need to delete unneeded files to record more (☞ P.33, P.66).

• Processing performance may be reduced when data has been repeatedly written to or deleted from the recording media. Please initialize the recording media in this case (☞P.54).

• This voice recorder can record only with the built-in microphone. An external microphone cannot be connected.

Recording

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Recording

Recording linear PCM format data over 2 GB

When recording a linear PCM format file, recording will continue even after the file size exceeds 2 GB.

• The data is divided and saved in separate

Recording

files of up to 2 GB. The files are processed as multiple files during playback.

• After recording 999 files which exceed 2GB recording stops.

Recording settings

For various recording conditions, different recording settings are available.

[

Rec Level

]

(☞ P.38)

Rec Mode

[ (☞ P.38)

Anti-Rustle

[ (☞ P.39)

Low Cut Filter

[ (☞ P.39)

VCVA

]

[ (☞ P.39)

Rec Scene

[ (☞ P.20)

* When recording with the voice recorder in a

pocket or alike, secure it with a clip to prevent if from moving.

Sets the recording sensitivity.

]

Sets the recording sound quality.

Reduce noise caused by the

] *

voice recorder rubbing against clothing (rustling sounds) when recording in your pocket.

Reduces humming sounds

]

from equipment such as airconditioners or projectors.

Sets the trigger level for voiceactivated recording (VCVA).

Used to select one of multiple preregistered templates of recording settings. When

]

selected, each template enters several settings tailored to a particular recording location or condition all in a single operation.

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Recording

Using earphones

If you connect commercially available earphones to the earphone jack ( voice recorder, you will be able to listen to the audio during recording and playback.

• Use the +/– button to adjust the recording

monitor volume.

• Earphones are not supplied with this

product.

) of the

1 Connect the earphones to the voice

recorder’s earphone jack ( ).

To earphone jack

• Changing the volume will not affect the recording level.

• There will be no sound from the speaker when the earphones are connected.

NOTE

o avoid unpleasantly loud sound, set

• T the volume to [00] before plugging in the earphone.

• To prevent feedback, do not place the earphone near the microphone while recording.

• Avoid excessive volume when listening to playback through the earphones. It may cause hearing damage or loss.

• Battery life depletes quickly while recordings are monitored. To conserve battery life, leave the earphone disconnected while recording.

• If the [Anti-Rustle] function (☞ P.39) is enabled, you may sound like an echo during monitoring the recording.

Recording

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Selecting the automatic recording setting [Rec Scene]

The voice recorder has preregistered templates of optimum settings tailored to various recording applications such as conference and dictation. When selecting one of these templates you can enter several settings recommended for your recording application all in a

single operation.

Selecting the automatic recording setting [Rec Scene]

[

Pocket

] Suitable for recording sounds over a wide area while the voice recorder is still

[

DNS

] For Speech Recognition Software.

Dictation

] Suitable for recording your own voice and other sounds that are extremely

[

Conference

Meeting

[

] Suitable for recording conferences in a large space and other sounds over a

] Suitable for recording meetings held in a small space and other sounds that

in your pocket.

close.

wide area.

are fairly close.

1 While the voice recorder is in stop

mode, press and hold the

SCENE

button.

2 Press the OK button.

• Press the 0 button to return to the

previous screen.

3 Press the + or – button to

select the desired recording application.

4 Press the OK button to finalize

the setting.

• According to the setting, the setting

icon is displayed.

5 Press the `

PLAY/4STOP

exit the menu screen.

• See "Preregistered [Rec Scene] settings" for more information

(☞ P.21).

button to

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Selecting the automatic recording setting [Rec Scene]

NOTE

• When a r

ecording scene is selected, recording-related menu settings cannot be used in combination with the recording scene. If you attempt to use any of those functions, the [Rec Scene] setting will be automatically set to [OFF].

Preregistered [Rec Scene] settings

[

Pocket

[

Rec Level

][

Rec Mode

][

[

Anti-Rustle

[

][

Low Cut Filter

[Dictation]:

[

Rec Level

][

Rec Mode

][

[

Anti-Rustle

[

Conference

[

Meeting

[

DNS

[

* The recording sensitivity is set to a level that is

][

Low Cut Filter

Rec Level

][

Rec Mode

][

Anti-Rustle

][

Low Cut Filter

Rec Level

][

Rec Mode

][

Anti-Rustle

][

Low Cut Filter

Rec Level

][

Rec Mode

][

Anti-Rustle

][

Low Cut Filter

even lower than [Low].

High

]

MP3 128k ST

High

][

][ON]

][

]

OFF

]

Low

MP3 128k ST

Low

]

High

]

MP3 128 kbps

OFF

]

High

]

MP3 128k ST

Low

]

OFF

]

Low

MP3 128k ST

OFF

]

OFF

]

Selecting the automatic recording setting [Rec Scene]

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Changing the information screen during recording

You can change the information screen during recording.

1 While the voice recorder is in recording mode, press the OK button.

Changing the information screen during recording

4 Meanings of indicators (same for all modes)

[ ]: Battery type (☞P.46)

]: Possible recording time

[

]: Noise Cancel (☞P.41)

[

]: Voice Balancer (☞P.41)

[

]: Rec Level (☞P.38)

[

• Each press of the OK button changes the information screen.

1 Elapsed recording time screen (default screen)

You can display the elapsed recording time and current file number in folder.

2 Recording level meter screen

The meter changes according to recording volume and recording function setting.

3 Functions indicator screen

You can display the indicator of functions and remaining recording time.

4 Date and time screen

You can display the current date and time.

]: Low Cut Filter (☞P.39)

[

]: Anti-Rustle (☞P.39)

[

]: Rec Mode (☞P.38)

[

]: Rec Scene (☞P.20)

[

]: Play Scene (☞P.27)

[

NOTE

he information screen return to default screen if the voice recorder will be changed to

• T other operation (stop, playback, recording).

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Playback

In addition to files recorded by the voice recorder, you can also play files in WAV, MP3 and WMA format transferred from a PC.

Basic playback procedure

1 Press the 0 or 9 button to

select the desired playback file.

a Current file number in folder/Total

number of recorded files in folder

b File length

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he file length display appears for

• T 3 seconds.

• You can search for voice files by specifying a recording date (☞ P.32).

2 Press the `

PLAY/4STOP

button to

start playback.

c Playback indicator d Elapsed playback time

• [

] appears in the display.

3 Press the + or – button to adjust

the volume to the desired level.

• The volume can be adjusted to a

setting between [00] to [30]. The higher the number, the louder the volume.

• If the volume is set too loud, a warning screen may appear.

4 Press the `

PLAY/4STOP

button to

stop playback.

• [ ] appears in the display.

• The file being played stops right away.

The resume function automatically stores the playback stop position in memory. The position is retained even if the power is turned OFF. The next time the power is turned ON, playback can be resumed from the stop position stored in the memory.

Playback

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Playback

Fast-forwarding

Playback

Fast-forwarding during playback

1 Press and hold the 9 button

during playback.

• Playback starts from the current

position when you release the 9 button.

• If an index mark or temp mark in the file is reached, fast-forwarding stops at the mark (☞ P.29).

• Fast-forwarding stops when the end of the file is reached. Press and hold the 9 button again to fast-forward from the beginning of the next file.

9 button

Rewinding

0 button

Rewinding during playback

1 Press and hold the 0 button

during playback.

• Playback starts from the current

position when you release the 0 button.

• If an index mark or temp mark in the file is reached, rewinding stops at the mark (☞P.29).

• Rewinding stops when the beginning of the file is reached. Press and hold the 0 button again to rewind from the end of the previous file.

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Playback

Skipping to the beginning of a file

Skipping to the beginning of the next file

1 Press the 9 button while the

voice recorder is in stop mode, or during playback.

Skipping to the beginning of the current file

1 While the voice recorder is in stop

mode or playing back, press the 0 button.

Skipping to the beginning of the previous file

1 Press the 0 button when

the playback position is the beginning of the file.

• To skip to the beginning of the

previous file during playback, press the 0 button twice consecutively.

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o skip the files continuously, pressing

• T

the 0 or 9 button while the recorder is in stop mode.

NOTE

f an index mark or temp mark

• I is reached when skipping to the beginning of a file during playback, playback starts from the position of the mark. When skipping to the beginning of a file while the voice recorder is in stop mode, the mark is ignored (☞P.29).

• If a setting other than [File Skip] is set for [Skip Space], playback starts after the set amount of time has been skipped backwards or forwards. Playback does not skip to the beginning of the file.

Playback

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Playback

Playback settings

You can select various file playback methods tailored to different applications and tastes.

[

Noise Cancel

(☞ P.41)

Voice Balancer

[

Playback

(☞ P.41)

Playback Range

[ (☞ P.41)

Repeat

[ (☞ P.42)

Skip Space

[ (☞ P.42)

Play Scene

[ (☞ P.27)

Play Folder

[ (☞ P.52)

* This function is only available when a file in

the [Recorder] folder is selected.

A setting that makes recorded

voices more discernable when muffled by projector noise or similar sounds.

Compensates low-volume

portions of recorded audio files during playback.

Selects whether to play back

]

individual files or all files in a folder.

Repeatedly plays back the

]

range selected in [Playback Range].

A handy function for quickly

]

moving the playback position, and playing short segments repeatedly.

Switches to the playback operation setting. In this setting

]

transcription can be made while listening to recorded content.

Use this when you wish to

]

switch to the [Recorder] folder or another folder in [Music].

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Selecting the automatic playback operation [Play Scene]

The beginning or end of the wrong file is never selected even when you perform the forward or return operation repeatedly. You can also use the fast or slow playback function at the same time.

[

Transcription

[

Language study

] This is convenient for creating the minutes and written records from audio files of

meetings, interviews, and other events where multiple people speak.

] This is convenient for playing back conversations and language study content

many times repeatedly.

Selecting the automatic playback operation [Play Scene]

1 While the voice recorder is in stop

mode, press and hold the

SCENE

button.

2 Press the + or – button to select

[

Play Scene

3 Press the OK button.

• Press the 0 button to return to the

previous screen.

4 Press the + or – button to select

the desired preset playback settings package.

5 Press the OK button to finalize

the setting.

6 Press the `

exit the menu screen.

• See "Preregistered [Play Scene] settings" for more information

(☞P.36).

PLAY/4STOP

button to

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Changing the playback speed

You can change the playback speed. Changing the playback speed is handy for speeding up conference presentations, or for slowing down parts difficult to discern when learning a language.

1 Press and hold the `

button during playback.

Changing the playback speed

2 Press the + or – button to select

the desired playback speed.

• You can set the playback speed from

[x 0.5] (slow) to [x 1.0] (normal) to [x 2.0] (fast).

3 Press the OK button.

a Playback speed display

• To return to the normal playback speed, set the setting to [x1.0].

PLAY/4STOP

NOTE

ered playback speed settings are

• Alt retained even after power OFF.

• Changing the playback speed will make the battery deplete more quickly.

• The function below cannot be used when changing the playback speed.

• [Noise Cancel] (☞ P.41)

Fast playback restrictions

Depending on their sampling rate and bit rate, some files may not play normally. In this case you will need to reduce the playback speed.

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Index marks/temp marks

Writing an index mark or temp mark in a file enables you to quickly access desired position in the file with the same operations used for fast-forwarding, rewinding or skipping to the start of a file. Index marks are added to the files created using Olympus voice recorders and temp marks are added to files created using other devices. The position you wish to start listening from can be temporarily stored in a file during playback.

Writing an index mark/temp mark

At the position to add an index

mark or temp mark, pr hold the OK button.

NOTE

emp marks are temporary markings.

• T They are automatically erased when you select a different file, transfer the file to a PC, or move the file on a PC.

• You can write up to 99 index marks/ temp marks in a single file. The message [Index Full] appears if you attempt to write more than 99 marks.

• You cannot write or erase index marks/temp marks in files that have been locked by the file lock function (☞ P.37).

ess and

Erasing an index mark/temp mark

Select a file that contains index

mark/temp mark y erase and start playback.

Use the 9 or 0 butt select the index mark/temp mark you want to erase.

3 When the number of the index

mark/temp mark to erase is being shown (for about 2 seconds) in the display, press and hold the OK button.

• Any subsequent index marks/temp

marks in the file are automatically renumbered.

ou want to

on to

Index marks/temp marks

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Preventing accidental operation

Setting the voice recorder to HOLD mode maintains the current operation and disables button operations. HOLD mode is a handy feature for preventing unintentional operation from accidental button presses when the voice recorder is carried in a bag or pocket.

Setting HOLD mode

1 Slide the

Preventing accidental operation

the [

• [Hold] appears in the display, and the

NOTE

• When an

seconds. No other operation is performed.

• Setting HOLD mode during voice recorder playback continues the playback operation and prevents any other operation from being performed (the voice recorder stops when playback ends).

POWER/HOLD

HOLD

] position.

recorder enters HOLD mode.

y button is pressed during HOLD mode, [Hold] appears in the display for 2

switch to

Releasing HOLD mode

1 Slide the

position A shown below.

POWER/HOLD

switch to

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Changing the information screen during playback or stop

You can change the information screen during playback or stop.

1 While the voice recorder is in playback mode or stop mode, press the OK

button.

• Each press of the OK button changes the information screen.

1 Elapsed playback time screen (default screen)

You can display the elapsed playback time and current file number in folder.

2 Recording time/date screen ([Recorder] folder is selected)

You can display the recording time and date of current file.

File name screen ([Music] folder is selected)

You can display the name of current file.

3 Functions indicator screen

You can display the indicator of functions and remaining recording time (☞ P.22).

4 Date and time screen

You can display the current date and time.

NOTE

he information screen return to default screen if the voice recorder will be changed to

• T other operation (stop, playback, recording).

Changing the information screen during playback or stop

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Searching for a file [Date Search]

Using the date search function

You can search for voice files by specifying a recording date.

1 While the voice recorder is in stop

mode, press and hold the

SCENE

button.

Searching for a  le [Date Search]

2 Press the + or – button to select

[

Date Search

3 Press the OK button.

4 Press the + or – button to select

the desired recording date.

• All of the dates on which recordings

were made are displayed. Select the date you are searching for from the dates.

5 Press the OK button.

6 Press the + or – button to select

the desired file.

a File name b File number/Number of files

registered for the selected date

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• Each time y

voice recorder can automatically play the beginning of the file for 10 seconds (☞ P.45).

ou select a file, the

7 Press the OK button to start

playback.

NOTE

o perform a date search, you need

• T to set [Time & Date] in advance (☞ P.47).

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Erasing files

This section describes how to erase a single unneeded file from a folder, erase all the files in the current folder at once.

1 Press the 0 or 9 button to

select the file you want to erase.

The file of this number is erased. After it is erased, renumbering is performed automatically.

While the voice recorder is in stop

mode

, press the

MENU/SCENE

button.

3 Press the OK button.

• The voice recorder returns to the

stopped mode if no operation is performed for 3 minutes.

4 Press the OK button again.

5 Press the + or – button to select

[

One file

] or [

All in folder

[One file]:

Erases only the selected file.

[All in folder]:

Erases all the files saved in the same folder as the selected file.

6 Press the OK button.

• If no operation is performed for 8

seconds during menu operation, the previous screen is redisplayed.

7 Press the + button to select

[

Start

8 Press the OK button.

• [Erasing] appears in the display, and

the erasing process starts. [Erased] appears when the process has finished.

Erasing  les

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Erasing files

NOTE

iles cannot be restored after being

• F erased, so please check carefully before erasing a file.

• Locked files and read-only files cannot be erased (☞

• If there is a file that cannot be recognized by the recorder, the file

Erasing  les

will not be erased. The voice recorder must be connected to a PC to erase these files.

• Before erasing a file, charge or replace the battery to ensure it will not run out before the process has finished. Erasing processes can take over 10 seconds to complete. To prevent the risk of damage to data, never remove the battery before an erasing process has finished.



P.37).

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The voice-activated recording function (VCVA) automatically starts recording when a sound louder than a preset voice activation level is detected, and automatically pauses recording when the sound volume level falls. Use this function to automatically omit unneeded quiet segments when recording (such as long silences during conferences), saving memory.

[ON]:

Turns VCVA ON. You can adjust the voice activation level used for VCVA.

[OFF]:

Turns VCVA OFF. Restores standard recording.

Adjusting the voice activation level for voice-activated recording

1 Slide the

recording.

• Recording pauses automatically

REC

switch to start

about 1 second after the input sound becomes quieter than the set activation sensitivity. The LED indicator light becomes lit when recording is activated and flashes when recording is paused.

Recording menu [Rec Menu]

[ON]:

Turns the low cut filter ON.

[OFF]:

The low cut filter is disabled.

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Recording menu [Rec Menu]

2 Press the 9 or 0 button to

adjust the voice activation level.

a Voice activation level (moves left/

right to match set level)

b Level meter (changes in proportion

Recording menu [Rec Menu]

to recording sound volume)

• The setting can be adjusted in 23 steps.

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ess of the 0 button increases

• Each pr the activation sensitivity level of VCVA, and a high level will result in recording starting even with small sounds.

• Adjust the VCVA voice activation level to suit the recording conditions (to cope with high levels of surrounding noise or alike).

• To avoid recording mistake, it’s recommended to perform a test recording beforehand to adjust the voice activation level.

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Playback menu [Play Menu]

Reducing noise during playback [Noise Cancel]

Use the [Noise Cancel] function to reduce noise when a recorded voice is difficult to discern.

[High] [Low]:

Reduces surrounding noise to play back clearer sound quality.

[OFF]: The noise cancel function is

disabled.

NOTE

• [Noise C

• If the [Noise Cancel] function is used,

• The following function will not be

ancel] function is only

available when a file in the [Recorder] folder is selected.

the battery will deplete more quickly.

available while you are using the [Noise Cancel] function.

• Changing the playback speed (☞P.28)

Adjusting low volume portions during playback [Voice Balancer]

The [Voice Balancer] function adjusts lowvolume portions of recorded audio files to make them louder.

[ON]:

Adjusts low-volume portions of audio files during playback, making them louder.

[OFF]:

The voice balancer function is disabled.

NOTE

oice Balancer] function is only

• [V

available when a file in the [Recorder] folder is selected.

Specifying the range to play back [Playback Range]

Select the playback range according to your preference.

1 Press the + or – button to select

[

Recorder

[Recorder]:

[Music]:

2 Press the + or – button to select

the setting.

[File]:

[Folder]:

] or [

Music

Set the playback range for playing files recorded with the built-in microphone.

Set the playback range for playing files transferred from a PC.

Stops playback after the current file has been played.

Plays all the files in the current folder consecutively, stopping playback after the last file in the folder is played.

Playback menu [Play Menu]

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Playback menu [Play Menu]

NOTE

ou set [Playback range] to

• When y

[File], [End] blinks in the display for 2 seconds after the last file in the folder has been played, then playback stops at the start position of the last file.

• While [Playback range] is set to [Folder], [End] blinks in the display for 2 seconds after the last file in the folder has been played, then playback stops at the start position of the first file in

the folder.

Playback menu [Play Menu]

Setting the repeat playback [Repeat]

You can select ON or OFF for repeat playback.

1 Press the + or – button to select

[

Recorder

[Recorder]:

[Music]:

2 Press the + or – button to select

the setting.

[ON]:

[OFF]:

] or [

Music

Set repeat playback for playing files recorded with the built-in microphone.

Set repeat playback for playing music files transferred from a PC.

Repeatedly plays back the range selected in [Playback Range].

Cancels repeat playback.

Setting a skip space [Skip Space]

This function skips (forward) or reverse skips (rewinds) the file being played back for a set amount of time and it is a convenient way to move the playback position or repeat playing a short phrase.

1 Press the + or – button to select

[

Forward Skip

[Forward Skip]:

Starts playback after moving the playback position forward by the set amount.

[Reverse Skip]:

Rewinds the set amount of time and starts playback.

2 Press the + or – button to select

the setting.

When [

[File Skip], [30 sec. Skip], [5 min. Skip]

When [

[File Skip] [5 min. Skip]

NOTE

orward/reverse skip operations over a

• F skip space that contains an index mark/ temp mark or the starting position of a file will stop at that mark or at the start position.

] or [

Reverse Skip

Forward Skip

Reverse Skip

] was selected:

, [3 sec. Skip], [30 sec. Skip],

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Playback menu [Play Menu]

Forward/reverse skip playback

1 Press the `

start playback.

2 Press the 9 or 0 button

during pla

• Playback starts after skipping forward

or backward by the set amount.

PLAY/4STOP

yback.

button to

Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder]

You can switch the play folder to the [Recorder] folder containing the files recorded with the built-in microphone or the [Music] folder containing music files and study content transferred from a PC. See “Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder]” (☞P.52) for the procedure.

Playback menu [Play Menu]

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LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound]

Setting the backlight [Backlight]

The display backlights are switched on for a preset amount of time when a button operation is performed.

[5 sec.] [10 sec.] [30 sec.] [1 min.]:

Set the amount of time that the backlight stays lit.

[OFF]:

Disables the backlight.

LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound]

Adjusting the contrast [Contrast]

You can adjust the contrast of the display to 12 different levels.

• The setting can be adjusted to between [01] to [12].

Setting the LED indicator light [LED]

You can set the unit so that the LED indicator light does not light. The LED indicator light is lit or flashing during recording and charging and while files are being transferred between the voice recorder and a PC.

[ON]:

LED indicator light is switched on.

[OFF]:

The LED indicator does not light.

• Even if you set the [LED] setting to [OFF], the LED indicator light will flash while files are being transferred between the voice recorder and a PC.

Turning beeping sound ON/OFF [Beep]

The voice recorder makes beeping sounds when buttons are pressed, or to warn in case of operation errors. You can select whether the voice recorder makes these beeping sounds.

[ON]:

Enables beeping sounds.

[OFF]:

Disables beeping sounds.

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LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound]

Selecting the speaker output [Speaker]

You can set the built-in speaker to be ON or OFF when the earphones are not connected.

[ON]:

When the earphone is connected, sound is output from the earphone and when the earphone is disconnected, sound is output from the built-in speaker.

[OFF]:

Sound is not output from the built-in speaker even though the earphone is disconnected.

Playing the beginning of files

automatically [Intro Play]

Each time you select a file, the voice recorder can automatically play the beginning of the file for 10 seconds. This function is convenient for searching for a file because it allows you to check the content of files.

[ON]:

Each time you select a file, the beginning of that file is played for 10 seconds.

[OFF]:

Turns [Intro Play] off.

LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound]

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Device menu [Device]

Setting auto power off mode [Power Off]

The voice recorder turns OFF automatically when a preset amount of time has elapsed while the voice recorder is in stop mode after power ON.

[5 min.] [10 min.] [15 min.] [30 min.]:

Device menu [Device]

Select the desired amount of time.

[OFF]:

Disables auto power off mode. Note that leaving the voice recorder On will quickly deplete the battery.

NOTE

f the [Rec Standby] function is

• I

Setting the recording standby duration [Rec Standby]

Set the recording standby duration for after the power is turned off. This allows you to start recording immediately from the power off state during the set duration.

NOTE

f the [Rec Standby] function is

• I

Setting the battery in use [Battery]

Set the battery type to match the battery you are using.

[Ni-MH]:

Select this setting when using an Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable battery (model BR404).

[Alkaline]:

Select this setting when using an alkaline dry cell battery.

[1 hr.] [3 hr.] [5 hr.] [10 hr.]:

Select the desired amount of time.

[OFF]:

Turns recording standby off.

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Device menu [Device]

Setting the date/time [Time & Date]

Set the date and time beforehand to enable easier management of recorded files.

1 Press the 9 or 0 button to

select the desired setting item.

2 Press the + or – button to change

the number.

• To change another item, use the 9

or 0 button to move flashing position and use the + or – button to change the number.

3 Press the OK button to finalize

the setting.

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• When setting hours and minut

each time the MENU/SCENE button is pressed, the display changes between 12 hour and 24 hour display.

Example: 10:38 PM

10:38 PM

(default format)

es,

22:38

• When setting the month and day,

each time the MENU/SCENE button is pressed, the display order changes.

Example: March 24, 2015

3M 24D 2015Y

(default format)

24D 3M 2015Y

• When setting the year, the MENU/ SCENE button is pressed, the display

order changes.

Example: March 24, 2015

3M 24D 2015Y

(default format)

2015Y 3M 24D

NOTE

ven if the voice recorder is not used

• E for a long period of time, when the battery is used up, the date and time must be re-entered.

Device menu [Device]

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Device menu [Device]

Restoring the default settings [Reset Settings]

This setting is used to return various functions to the factory default settings (factory default). The clock setting and file numbers are retained.

1 Press the + button to select

[

Start

Device menu [Device]

Rec Menu:

Rec Level: High Rec Mode: MP3 128k ST Anti-Rustle: OFF Low Cut Filter: OFF VCVA: OFF Rec Scene: OFF

Play Menu:

Noise Cancel: OFF Voice Balancer: OFF Playback Range:

Recorder: File Music: Folder

Repeat:

Recorder: OFF Music: OFF

Skip Space:

Forward Skip: File Skip

Reverse Skip: File Skip Play Scene: OFF Playback Folder: Recorder

LCD/Sound:

Backlight: 10 sec. Contrast: Level 06 LED: ON Beep: ON Speaker: ON Intro Play: ON

Device:

Power Off: 5 min. Rec Standby: OFF Battery: Ni-MH

Formatting the internal memory [Format]

Formatting the internal memory erases all existing files saved on it. Be sure to transfer all important files to a PC before formatting. See “Formatting the internal memory [Format]” (☞P.54) for the procedure.

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Device menu [Device]

Checking the internal memory information [Memory Info.]

You can display the capacity and remaining memory space of the internal memory from a menu screen.

NOTE

ome memory capacity is used as a

• S

management area, so the actual usable capacity will always be slightly less than the displayed capacity.

Confirming the voice recorder information [System Info.]

You can display voice recorder information from a menu screen.

• Displays system information about the voice recorder, such as [Model], [Version], and [Serial No.].

Device menu [Device]

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Dividing files [File Divide]

Large files or files with long recording times can be divided for easier management and editing.

NOTE

Only MP3-format and PCM-format files

ecorded on the voice recorder can be

r divided.

1 Play the file to divide, and stop

Dividing  les [File Divide]

playback at the desired division point.

• Press and hold the 9 or 0

button to fast-forward/rewind.

• Writing an index mark at the division point beforehand is handy.

2 While the voice recorder is in stop

mode, press the

MENU/SCENE

button.

Press the

[

File Divide

Press the

button.

or – button to select ].

button.

6 Press the + button to select

Start

[

7 Press the OK button.

• [Dividing] appears in the display, and

the file dividing process starts. [Completed] appears when the process has finished.

8 Press the `

exit the menu screen.

PLAY/4STOP

button to

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Dividing files [File Divide]

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he file names after division become

• T “File name_1” for the first half and “File

name_2” for the latter half.

NOTE

iles cannot be divided if there are 999

• F files in the folder.

• Locked files (☞P.37) cannot be divided.

• It may not be possible to divide some MP3 or PCM files with extremely short recording times.

• To prevent the risk of data damage, never attempt to remove the battery during dividing a file.

Dividing  les [File Divide]

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Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder]

You can switch the play folder to the [Recorder] folder containing the files recorded with the built-in microphone or the [Music] folder containing music files and study content transferred from a PC. The voice recorder can recognize folders up to the second level (C in the figure) in the [Music] folder.

First level Second level Third level

Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder]

A B C D

RECORDER

VP-10

MUSIC

Folder File

1 While the voice recorder is in stop

mode, press the

MENU/SCENE

button.

2 Press the

[

Play Menu

Press the

[

Play Folder

5 Press the

or – button to select

button.

or – button to select

button.

6 Press the + or – button to select

[

Recorder

[Recorder]:

[Music]:

• Press the 0 button to return to the

When [Recorder] was selected

When [Music] was selec

] or [

Select this for playing files recorded with the built-in microphone.

Select this for playing files transferred from a PC.

previous screen.

☞Go to Step Ï

☞ Go to Step ‘

Music

] (Fig. A).

ted

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Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder]

7 Press the OK button.

8 Press the

or – button to select

the file or sub folder (Fig. B).

When the sub folder was selected

When the file was selected

• Press the 0 button to return to the

previous screen.

When the file was selected

☞Go to Step Ï

When the sub folder was selected

☞ Go to Step «

9 Press the OK button.

Press the + or – button to select

the file or sub folder (Fig. C).

When the file was selected

☞Go to Step Ï

When the sub folder was selected

☞ Go t

o Step Í

11 Press the OK button.

Press the + or – button to select

the file (Fig. D).

• The voice recorder cannot recognize

any folders at the third level (D in the figure) in the [Music] folder.

13 Press the OK button to finalize

the setting.

Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder]

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Formatting the internal memory [Format]

Formatting the internal memory erases all existing files saved on it.

1 While the voice recorder is in stop

mode, press the button.

2 Press the

[

Formatting the internal memory [Format]

Device

Press the

[

Format

5 Press the

Press the

[

Start

7 Press the OK button.

Press the

[

Start

MENU/SCENE

or – button to select

button.

or – button to select

button.

button to select

button again to select

9 Press the OK button.

• [Format] is displayed when formatting

starts.

• When [Format done] is displayed, formatting is completed.

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erform [Reset Settings] to return

• P

various functions to the factory default (☞P.48).

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Formatting the internal memory [Format]

NOTE

er format the voice recorder from a PC.

• Nev

• Formatting erases all the existing data, including locked files and read-only files.

• Before formatting, charge or replace the battery to ensure it will not run out before

the process is finished. The formatting process can sometimes take over 10 seconds to complete. To prevent the risk of damage to data, never remove the battery before a formatting process has finished: Doing so may damage the data.

• Even when formatting or erasing (☞P.33) is performed, only the file management information of the internal memory is updated and the recorded data is not completely erased. Before giving the voice recorder to somebody or disposing of it, perform initialization and then record silence until there is no recording time remaining in order to prevent the leakage of personal information.

Formatting the internal memory [Format]

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Use with a PC

When connecting the voice recorder to a PC you can do the following:

• You can enjoy language content or music files in WMA, MP3 and WAV format stored on your PC (☞ P.64).

• Use the voice recorder as external storage to save or load data to/from your PC (☞ P.63).

PC operating environment

Earphones are not supplied with this product.

Windows

Operating system: Microsoft Windows Vista/7/8, 8.1 standard

installation

PC: Windows PC with at least one available

USB port

NOTE

he requirements shown are the operating environments needed for using a USB

• T connection to save files recorded by the voice recorder on a PC.

• Even when the requirements for the operating environment are satisfying, updated versions, multi-boot environments, self-modified PCs and other compatible machines will not be covered under the operational warranty.

Macintosh

Operating system: Mac OS X 10.5 to 10.9 standard installation PC: Apple Macintosh series PC with at least

one available USB port

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PC operating environment

PC connection precautions

• When uploading or downloading a file to or from the voice recorder, data transfer will continue as long as the voice recorder’s LED indicator light is flashing, even if the PC data communication screen disappears. Never disconnect the USB connector before data communication has finished. Always use the procedure on ☞P.60 to disconnect the USB connector. Data may not be transferred correctly if you disconnect the connector before the drive has stopped.

• Do not format (initialize) the voice recorder’s drive from a PC. Formatting done from a PC will not be done correctly. To perform formatting, use the [Format] menu of the voice recorder (☞P.54).

• Voice recorder folders or files that are moved or renamed in a Windows or Macintosh file management screen may be reordered or become unrecognizable.

• Note that it will still be possible to read and write data on the voice recorder after setting the attribute of the voice recorder’s drive to ’Read only’ on a PC.

• To prevent nearby electronic devices being affected by noise, disconnect the earphones when connecting the voice recorder to a PC.

PC operating environment

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PC connection/disconnection

Connecting the voice recorder to a PC

1 Start the PC.

Remove the USB connector cover.

PC connection/disconnection

Slide open the USB connector cover using the pad of your finger

3 After making sure the voice

recorder is stopped, connect the USB connector to a USB port on a PC.

When you use an Olympus nickelmetal hydride rechargeable battery:

• To charge the battery, press the OK

button.

• To cancel the battery charging, press

the any button other than OK.

• While connected to USB, [Remote] is displayed on the voice recorder.

• You can transfer files to the PC while charging the recorder.

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indows: The voice recorder is

• W recognized and displayed in the [My Computer] folder with the model name as the drive name.

• Macintosh: The voice recorder is recognized and displayed on the desktop with the model name as the drive name.

• For information on the PC’s USB port, see the PC’s user manual.

• Use the USB extension cable provided if needed.

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PC connection/disconnection

Connecting the voice recorder to a PC

NOTE

he voice recorder must not be in

• T HOLD mode.

• Insert the USB connector securely all the way. Operation will not be normal if the connection is not made properly.

• Connecting the voice recorder through a USB hub may result in unstable operation. Do not use a USB hub if operation is unstable.

• Use only a compatible Olympus USB extension cable. Operation is not guaranteed if another manufacturer’s cable is used. Also, never use this dedicated cable with any other company’s products.

PC connection/disconnection

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PC connection/disconnection

Disconnecting the voice recorder from a PC

Windows

1 Click [ ] on the task bar in the

lower right hand corner of the

PC connection/disconnection

screen and click [

VOICE RECORDER

• The letter used to identify the drive will vary according to your PC.

• When the window indicating it is safe to remove hardware appears, close the window.

Eject DIGITAL

2 Check that the LED indicator light

of the voice recorder has stopped blinking and then disconnect the USB cable.

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ou can disconnect the USB cable and use the voice recorder before the battery is fully

• Y charged.

NOTE

o prevent the risk of data damage, never disconnect the voice recorder from the USB

• T port while the LED indicator light is flashing.

Macintosh

1 Drag-and-drop the removable

disk icon for the voice recorder shown on the desktop to the trash can icon.

2 Check that the LED indicator light

of the voice recorder has stopped blinking and then disconnect the USB cable.

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Loading a file to a PC

Files recorded with the built-in microphone are saved in a folder named [RECORDER] on the PC. You can copy voice recorder files to any folder on the PC.

4 Voice recorder drive name and folder names on the PC

Copying files recorded with the built-in microphone to a PC

VP-10

REC

ORDER

Recordings made with the microphone are saved here.

MUSIC

Transferring music files and study content

VP-10

Place the files to be transferred from the PC into this folder.

RECORDER

MUSIC

First level

The folder can store up to 999 files.

001

002

Copy these files to the PC.

999

Folder File

Each folder can store up to

Artist 01

Second level

Album 01

999 files.

Loading a  le to a PC

001

002

999

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Loading a file to a PC

TIP

o 130 folders can be created within the [Music] folder (including a [Music] folder

• Up t

itself).

• The voice recorder can only recognize two folder sublevels.

NOTE

o prevent the risk of data damage, never disconnect the voice recorder from the USB

• T port while the LED indicator light is flashing.

• WMA-format files cannot be played in the standard Macintosh operating system.

Loading a  le to a PC

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Usage as external memory of the PC

Connecting the voice recorder to a PC lets you transfer voice recorder data to save in the PC, and vice-versa.

Windows

1 Connect the voice recorder to the

PC (☞P.58).

2 Open Windows Explorer.

• When you open [My Computer], the

voice recorder is recognized by the drive letter that includes the product name.

3 Click on the folder labeled with

your voice recorder’s model name.

Copy the desired data to the PC.

Disconnect the voice recorder fr

om the PC (☞P.60).

NOTE

• During data c

indicator light flashes. To prevent the risk of data damage, never disconnect the voice recorder from the USB port while the LED indicator light is flashing.

ommunication, [Busy] appears in the voice recorder’s display and the LED

Macintosh

1 Connect the voice recorder to the

PC (☞P.58).

• When connected to a Mac OS, the

voice recorder is recognized on the desktop by the drive letter that includes the product name.

2 Double-click the removable disk

icon labeled with your voice recorder’s model name.

3 Copy the desired data to the PC.

Disconnect the voice recorder fr

om the PC (☞P.60).

Usage as external memory of the PC

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Listening to files transferred from a PC

To listen a transferred file

You can listen to music files, study content, etc. transferred from a PC.

NOTE

onnect the voice recorder to a PC

• C and transfer the music files and study content to the [Music] folder of the voice recorder beforehand (☞P.61).

• The voice recorder cannot recognize any folders at the third level in the [Music] folder.

1 Select the desired file to

Listening to  les transferred from a PC

playback.

2 Press the `

start playback.

3 Press the + or – button to adjust

the volume to the desired level.

PLAY/4STOP

button to

4 Press the `

stop playback.

• Use the [Play Folder] menu function

to switch to the [Music] folder and then select the file (☞P.52).

PLAY/4STOP

button to

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Listening to files transferred from a PC

To listen a transferred file

Playable files

The sampling rate, bit count and bit rate combinations supported for file playback are shown below.

File format Sampling rate

WAV for mat

MP3 format

WMA format

• MP3 files with variable bit rates (bit rates converted variably in a single file) may not play normally.

• Linear PCM-format WAV files are the only WAV files the voice recorder can play. Playback of other WAV files is not supported.

• Even if the file formats is compatible for playback on this recorder, the recorder does not support every encoder.

22.05 kHz,

44.1 kHz

MPEG 1 Layer 3: 32 kHz,

44.1 kHz, 48 kHz MPEG 2 Layer 3: 16 kHz,

22.05 kHz, 24 kHz

8 kHz, 11 kHz, 16 kHz, 22 kHz, 32 kHz,

44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Bit count/bit

rate

16 bits

8 to 320 kbps

5 to 320 kbps

Listening to  les transferred from a PC

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Alarm message list

Message Meaning Action required

Battery Low The remaining battery power is low.

File Locked The File is locked.

Index Full

Temp Full

Folder Full

Alarm message list

Mem. Error An internal memory error occurred.

Memory Full There is no remaining memory.

No File

Format Err A formatting problem occurred.

Sysfile Err

Cannot Play The file’s format is not supported.

File Error

The maximum number of index marks (99) have been written in the file.

The maximum number of temp marks (99) have been written in the file.

The maximum number of files (999) have been saved in the folder.

There are no files in the folder.

No file has been selected.

The voice recorder is unable to create a management file due to low remaining memory.

An attempt was made to divide a file that is not an MP3- or WAV-format file recorded by the voice recorder.

Other information

Replace or charge the battery (☞P.7, P.10).

You must unlock the file before you can erase it (☞P.37).

Erase unneeded index marks (☞P.29).

Erase unneeded temp marks (☞P.29).

Erase unneeded files (☞P.33).

Contact the Olympus Customer Support Center (☞back cover).

Erase unneeded files (☞P.33).

Record a new file, or select another folder (☞P.16, P.53).

You must select a file before you can perform the operation (☞P.23, P.64).

Format the memory again (☞P.54).

Connect the voice recorder to a PC and erase unneeded files.

Select a file that can be played by the voice recorder (☞P.65).

Select another file.

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Alarm message list

Message Meaning Action required

Pos Error

Noise Off [Noise Cancel] function is enabled.

Scene Off

x 1.0 Play

Power Error A bus power error occurred.

can't charge

(

can't charge_2

(

An attempt was made to divide a file at a position where dividing is not possible.

[Rec Scene] or [Play Scene] function is enabled.

The playback speed function is set to other than [x1.0].

An attempt was made to charge an AAA alkaline battery or a rechargeable battery

)

other than one specified.

A bus power error occurred.

)

It may not be possible to divide some MP3 or PCM files with extremely short recording times (☞P.50).

[Noise Cancel] function turns off automatically (☞P.41).

[Rec Scene] or [Play Scene] function turns off automatically (☞P.20, P.27).

The playback speed function returns to [x1.0] automatically (☞P.28).

Cancel the USB connection (☞P.60).

Use an Olympus nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery (BR404).

Cancel the USB connection (☞P.60).

Alarm message list

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Solution

The display is blank.

Unable to operate the voice recorder

Unable to record

Troubleshooting

Playback is inaudible.

The recording is too quiet.

Audio file sound is distorted.

An audio file is not recorded in stereo.

Noise during

yback

pla

The battery is not inserted properly.

The remaining battery power is low.

The power is OFF.

The remaining battery power is low.

The power is OFF.

The voice recorder is in HOLD mode.

There is no remaining memory.

The maximum number of recordable files has been reached.

The earphones are connected to the earphone jack.

[OFF] has been selected for [Speaker].

The volume is set to [00].

[Low] has been selected for [Rec Level].

The voice recorder is far away from the recording target.

The recording level is adjusted automatically. Excessively loud sound input may generate noise.

[Rec Mode] is set to a mono recording format (WMA).

Objects brushed against the voice recorder while recording.

The voice recorder was placed near a mobile phone or fluorescent light during recording or playback.

Check that the positive and negative terminals of the battery are placed correctly (☞P.7).

Replace or charge the battery (☞P.7, P.10).

Turn the power ON (☞P.8).

Replace or charge the battery (☞P.7, P.10).

Turn the power ON (☞P.8).

Release HOLD mode (☞P.30).

Erase unneeded files (☞P.33).

To output the playback through the built-in speaker, disconnect the earphones.

To output the playback through the built-in speaker, select [ON] for [Speaker] (☞P.45).

Adjust the volume (☞ P.23).

Redo recording after setting the recording level to [High] (☞ P.38).

Move the voice recorder closer to the recording target.

Record with the voice recorder farther away from the recording target.

Set [Rec Mode] to a stereo recording format (PCM or MP3) (☞

Redo the operation with the voice recorder in a different location.

P.38).

------------------

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Solution

You must unlock the file before you can erase it (☞P.37).

Unlock the file, or undo the read-only setting on a PC.

Connecting a speaker with a built-in amplifier may cause feedback during recording. It is recommended that you use earphones before starting recording (☞ P.19).

Adjust the recording setup such as by moving the earphones and microphone farther apart, or ensuring the microphone is not facing the earphones.

Erase unneeded marks (☞P.29).

You must unlock the file before you can erase it (☞P.37).

Unlock the file, or undo the read-only setting on a PC.

To use the rechargeable battery provided, select [Ni-MH] for [Battery]. Do not use the rechargeable battery at higher/lower temperatures than the recommended range (☞ P.8, P.13, P.46).

Press the OK button as directed in the confirmation screen shown when connecting the USB connector.

Release HOLD mode (☞P.30).

Set the [Play Scene] setting to [OFF] (☞ P.27).

Set the playback speed function setting to [x1.0] (☞ P.28).

Set the [Playback Range] setting to [Folder]

.41).

☞ P

(

Set the [Repeat] setting to [OFF] (☞ P.42).

Unable to erase a file

Noise when monitoring a recording

Unable to write index marks/temp marks

Unable to charge the battery

Button operations are abnormal.

Playback speed is fast (or slow).

Files cannot be played consecutively.

The file is locked.

The file is a read-only file.

Feedback is being caused.

The maximum number of marks (99) has been reached.

The file is locked.

The file is a read-only file.

[Alkaline] has been selected for [Battery].

The OK button was not pressed.

The voice recorder is in HOLD mode.

[Play Scene] function is enabled.

Playback speed function is set to anything other than [x1.0].

[File] has been selected for [Playback Range].

[ON] has been selected for [Repeat].

Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Solution

Unable to skip to the next or previous file during playback

When files are switched, playback starts automatically.

Troubleshooting

[File] has been selected for [Playback Range].

[ON] has been selected for [Repeat].

The [Skip Space] is set to other than [File Skip].

[ON] has been selected for [Intro Play].

Set the [Playback Range] setting to [Folder] (☞P.41).

Set the [Repeat] setting to [OFF] (☞P.42).

Set the [Skip Space] setting to [File Skip] (☞P.42).

Set the [Intro Play] setting to [OFF] (☞P.45).

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Other

Recorder care

s Exterior

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the recorder is very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water and wring well. Wipe the recorder with the damp cloth and then wipe it with a dry cloth.

s Display

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

NOTE

• Do not use benz

strong solvents, or chemical cleaning cloths.

ene, alcohol or other

Accessories (optional)

BR404 nickel-metal hydride AAA rechargeable battery

A high-efficiency, long-lasting rechargeable battery.

A514 USB-connection AC adapter

A USB-connected AC adapter that provides 5-volt DC output. (AC100-240V 50/60Hz)

Other

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Copyright and trademark information

• The information in this document is subject to change in future without prior notice. Contact

Olympus Customer Support Center for the latest product names, model numbers and other information.

• The display and illustrations of the voice recorder used in this manual may different from

the actual product. While every precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual, errors may occasionally arise. Any questions or concerns regarding doubtful information, or possible errors or omissions should be directed to the Olympus Customer Support Center.

• Olympus Corporation is the copyright holders of this manual. Copyright law prohibits

unauthorized reproduction of this manual, or unauthorized distribution of reproductions thereof.

• Note that Olympus will assume no liability in the event of damages, lost earnings, or any

claims from third parties resulting from improper use of the product.

Trademarks and registered trademarks

• IBM and PC/AT are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines

Corporation.

• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

• Macintosh and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.

• The product uses MP3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

• Manufactured under license of R-Talk library from NTT AdvancedTechnology Corporation.

R-Talk is registered trademark or a trademark of NTT Advanced Technology Corporation in Japan and other countries.

1 I n regard to the VP-10, you are only permitted non-exclusive use of R-Talk library. 2 You may not duplicate R-Talk library. 3 You may not modify R-Talk library. 4 You may not engage in reverse engineering, decompilation or disassembly of R-Talk library. 5 You may not sublicense, assign, lease, or transfer possession of R-Talk library to third parties. 6 N ippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation retain all copyrights and other intellectual property rights

(excluding trademarks) of R-Talk library.

All other brand or product names in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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Safety precautions

Before using the voice recorder, read this manual to ensure correct and safe operation. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it on hand for ready reference whenever needed.

Important safety precautions

• Important items about safety are indicated

by the following display and sentences. Always follow these precautions to prevent harming yourself or others, or causing damage to property.

• The meaning of each precaution type is

given below.

f DANGER

A precaution about an imminent danger that is expected to result in death or serious injury if equipment is handed incorrectly.

f WARNING

A precaution about a situation that is expected to potentially result in death or serious injury if equipment is handled incorrectly.

f CAUTION

A precaution about a situation that is expected to potentially result in injury, or is expected to result only in property damage, if equipment is handled incorrectly.

Voice recorder safety precautions

f WARNING

s Do not use the voice recorder in

an atmosphere that might contain flammable or explosive gases.

It may cause fire or explosion.

s Do not attempt to disassemble,

repair or modify the voice recorder.

It may cause electric shock or injury.

s Do not operate the voice recorder

while operating a vehicle (such as a bicycle, motorcycle or car).

It may cause traffic accidents.

s Do not leave the voice recorder in

a location accessible to an infant or child.

Pay attention when using the voice recorder near an infant or child, taking care not to leave it unattended. Infants and children are unable to understand voice recorder safety precautions, and are at risk of accidents such as:

− Strangulation caused by accidental entanglement of the earphone cord around the neck.

− Operation errors resulting in injury or electric shock.

s If the voice recorder is dropped

in water or, if water, metal or combustible foreign matter gets inside:

1 Remove the battery immediately. 2 Contact your place of purchase or

an Olympus service center for repair. Continued use may result in fire or electric shock.

Safety precautions

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Safety precautions

s Do not use the voice recorder or

use it only as directed in airplanes, hospitals or other locations where use of electronic devices is restricted.

s Stop using the voice recorder if

you notice unusual odor, noise, or smoke coming from it.

It may cause fire or burns. Remove the battery immediately, taking care not to burn yourself. Contact your place of purchase or an Olympus repair center or service center. (Do not touch the battery with bare hands when removing it. Remove the battery outdoors, and away from flammable objects.)

f CAUTION

Safety precautions

s Do not raise the volume before

performing an operation.

Hearing damage or loss may result.

Batteries

f DANGER

s Do not place the battery near

ignition sources.

s Do not incinerate, heat or

disassemble the battery. Do not short-circuit the battery’s positive and negative electrodes.

It may cause fire, ruptures, combustion or overheating.

s Do not solder connections directly

onto the battery. Do not deform, modify or disassemble the battery.

s Do not connect the battery’s

positive and negative terminals.

It may cause overheating, electric shock or fire.

s When carrying or storing the

battery, always place it in the case to protect its terminals. Do not carry or store the battery together with precious metal items such as key rings.

It may cause overheating, electric shock or fire.

s Do not connect the battery directly

to a power outlet or car cigarette lighter.

s Do not use or leave the battery

in a hot location such as in direct sunlight, inside a vehicle on a hot day, or near a room heater.

It may cause fire, burns or injuries from leaking, overheating or ruptures.

f WARNING

s Do not touch or hold the battery

with wet hands.

It may cause electric shock or malfunctions.

s Do not use a battery with a

scratched or damaged case.

It may cause ruptures or overheating.

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Safety precautions

s Do not insert the battery with its

positive/negative terminals in the opposite direction.

It may cause leaking, overheating, combustion or ruptures.

• Do not use a battery with a torn casing seal (insulating covering).

• Always remove the battery when the voice recorder will not be used for an long period.

• When disposing used batteries, insulate their contacts with tape and discard them as general waste in the manner prescribed by the local authority.

• Remove the battery from the voice recorder as soon as the battery becomes unusable. It may cause leakage.

s Battery fluid in the eyes may cause

blindness. If battery fluid gets in eyes, do not rub the eyes. Instead, rinse them thoroughly with tap water or other clean water right away. Go to doctor immediately.

s Do not attempt to recharge

alkaline, lithium or any other nonrechargeable batteries.

s Keep the battery out of the reach

of infants and children.

The battery could be swallowed by an infant or child. If swallowed, go to doctor immediately.

s If you notice abnormal sound,

heat, burning odor or smoke from the voice recorder during use:

1 Remove the battery immediately,

taking care not to injure yourself.

2 Have the voice recorder repaired by

your place of purchase or an Olympus service center. Continued use may result in fire or burns.

s Do not submerge the battery in

freshwater or saltwater, or allow its terminals to become wet.

s Discontinue use of the battery

if it develops a problem such as leaking, discoloration or deformation.

s Stop charging the rechargeable

battery if charging has not finished after the specified amount of charging time.

s Battery fluid on clothing or skin

may damage the skin, so rinse the battery fluid off right away with tap water or other clean water.

f CAUTION

s Do not throw the battery around,

or subject it to strong shocks.

s Always charge the rechargeable

battery before use when using it for the first time or if it has not been used for a long time.

s Rechargeable batteries have a

limited life. When the recorders operating time becomes shorter after recharging under the specified condition, please consider that battery is expired and replace it with a new one.

Safety precautions

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Safety precautions

Disposing the rechargeable battery

s Recycling batteries helps saving

resources. When disposing a used battery, always cover its terminals and observe local laws and regulations.

Operating precautions

• Do not leave the voice recorder in hot or

humid locations such as in direct sunlight inside a vehicle, or on a beach during summer.

• Do not store the voice recorder in humid or dusty locations.

• If the voice recorder becomes wet or damp, wipe off the moisture right away

with a dry cloth. Contact with salt water

Safety precautions

should be particularly avoided.

• Do not place the voice recorder on top of or near a TV, refrigerator or other electrical appliance.

• Prevent sand or mud from getting on the voice recorder. It may cause product not to be repairable.

• Do not subject the voice recorder to intense vibrations or shocks.

• Do not use the voice recorder in humid locations.

• Placing a magnetic card (such as a bank cash card) near the speaker or earphones may cause errors in the data stored on the magnetic card.

• Recorded content in the internal memory

may be destroyed or lost due to reasons such as operating errors, device failure or repair.

• Also, when content is saved in the memory for long period of time or is used repeatedly, operations such as writing to, reading from, or erasing of contents may not be possible.

• Making a backup of important recorded information and saving it on a PC’s hard disk or other recording media is recommended.

• Note that Olympus will assume no liability for damages or lost earnings resulting from recorded data damage or loss, regardless of the nature or cause thereof.

• Note that Olympus will assume no

liability for recorded files being erased or becoming unplayable due to voice recorder or PC failure.

• Recording of copyrighted material is permitted when the recording is for your personal use only. Any other type of use without the permission of the copyright owner is prohibited by copyright law.

• Even when formatting (☞ P.54) or

erasing (☞ P.33)are performed, only the file management information of the internal memory is updated and the recorded data is not completely erased. When disposing the voice recorder, be sure to destroy it, format and record silence until the recording time runs out, or perform a similar operation in order to prevent the leakage of personal information.

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Specifications

General items

4 Recording formats

Linear PCM (pulse-code modulation) format MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) format WMA (Windows Media Audio) format

4 Sampling frequency

Linear PCM format

22.05 kHz/16 bits 22.05 kHz

MP3 format

128 kbps 44.1 kHz

WMA format

32 kbps mono 44.1 kHz

5 kbps mono 8 kHz

4 Maximum working output

90 mW (8 Ω speaker)

4 Maximum headphone output

50 mV (conforms to EN 50332-2)

4 Recording media*

Internal NAND FLASH memory: 4 GB * Some memory capacity is used as

a management area, so the ac tual usable capacity will always be slightly less than the displayed capacity.

4 Speaker

Built-in ø 10 mm round dynamic speaker

4 Earphone jack

ø 3.5 mm impedance 8 Ω or more

4 Power source

Standard voltage: 1.5 V Batter y: One AAA dry cell battery (model LR03), or one Olympus nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery

4 External dimensions

17 mm × 130 mm × 17 mm (Not including largest projection)

4 Weight

37.5 g (including battery)

4 Operating temperature

0 to 42°C (32 to 107.6°F)

Frequency response

4 When recording with built-in

stereo microphone

Linear PCM format

22.05 kHz/16 bits 50 Hz to 10 kHz

MP3 format

128 kbps 50 Hz to 17 kHz

WMA format

32 kbps mono 50 Hz to 13 kHz

5 kbps mono 50 Hz to 3 kHz

4 During playback

20 Hz to 20 kHz

Speci cations

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Specifications

Battery life

The figures below are guideline values.

4 When recording with built-in stereo microphone (using internal memory)

Recording mode

Linear PCM format 22.05 kHz/16 bits 24 hours (approx.) 20 hours (approx.)

MP3 format 128 kbps 27 hours (approx.) 22 hours (approx.)

WMA format

32 kbps mono 33 hours (approx.) 26 hours (approx.)

5 kbps mono 50 hours (approx.) 38 hours (approx.)

4 During audio file playback (all playback modes)

During speaker playback

Speci cations

During earphone playback

Recording mode

Linear PCM format 22.05 kHz/16 bits 19 hours (approx.) 16 hours (approx.)

MP3 format 128 kbps 21 hours (approx.) 18 hours (approx.)

WMA format

Recording mode

Linear PCM format 22.05 kHz/16 bits 23 hours (approx.) 19 hours (approx.)

MP3 format 128 kbps 28 hours (approx.) 22 hours (approx.)

WMA format

32 kbps mono 24 hours (approx.) 19 hours (approx.)

5 kbps mono 24 hours (approx.) 19 hours (approx.)

32 kbps mono 29 hours (approx.) 23 hours (approx.)

5 kbps mono 29 hours (approx.) 23 hours (approx.)

Alkaline dry cell battery

Battery life

Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery

NOTE

he battery life figures shown here were determined using an Olympus test method

• T (When [LED] is set to [OFF]). Actual battery life figures will vary greatly according to the battery used and usage conditions (Changing the playback speed, or using the [Noise Cancel], [Voice Balancer], [Rec Scene], [Play Scene] and [Rec Standby] functions may affect the battery life).

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Specifications

Recording time

The figures below are guideline values.

4 Linear PCM format

Recording mode Internal memory (4 GB)

Linear PCM format 22.05 kHz/16 bits 12 hours (approx.)

4 MP3 format

Recording mode Internal memory (4 GB)

MP3 format 128 k bps 66 hours (approx.)

4 WMA format

Recording mode Internal memory (4 GB)

WMA format

NOTE

ctually available recording times may be shorter than the figures shown here when

• A making short recordings repeatedly (Equipment displays of available/elapsed recording times should be considered guideline values).

32 kbps mono 258 hours (approx.)

5 kbps mono 1620 hours (approx.)

Speci cations

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Specifications

Maximum recording time per file

• The maximum file size is limited to about 4 GB in the MP3 format, and to about 2 GB in the linear PCM (WAV) format.

• Regardless of the amount of remaining memory, the maximum recording time per file is restricted to the following values.

4 Linear PCM format

Recording mode Recording time

Linear PCM format 22.05 kHz/16 bits 6 hours, 40 minutes (approx.)

4 MP3 format

Recording mode Recording time

MP3 format 128 k bps 66 hours (approx.)

4 WMA format

Speci cations

Number of music tracks (songs) that can be recorded

The figures below are guideline values.

4 GB 800 tracks (approx.)

(At 128 kbps, 4 minutes per track)

Recording mode Recording time

WMA format

32 kbps mono 26 hours, 40 minutes (approx.)

5 kbps mono 148 hours, 40 minutes (approx.)

Note that voice recorder specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice for performance improvements or other upgrading.

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For customers in Europe:

The “CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety, health, environment and customer protection. CE-mark products are for sale in Europe.

This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries. Please do not throw the equipment into the domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of this product.

This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin Directive 2006/66/EC Annex II] indicates separate collection of waste batteries in the EU countries. Please do not throw the batteries into the domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of the waste batteries.

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long

periods.

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Olympus VP-10 Black User manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Names of parts

Recorder

Display

Getting started

Setup

Inserting the battery

Turning the power ON

Setting the inserted battery

Setting the date/time

Charging the battery by connecting to a PC’s USB connector

Batteries

Turning the power OFF

Turning the power OFF

Recording

Recording

Basic recording procedure

Using earphones

Selecting the automatic recording setting [Rec Scene]

Selecting the automatic recording setting [Rec Scene]

Changing the information screen during recording

Changing the information screen during recording

Playback

Playback

Basic playback procedure

Fast-forwarding

Rewinding

Skipping to the beginning of a file

Selecting the automatic playback operation [Play Scene]

Selecting the automatic playback operation [Play Scene]

Changing the playback speed

Changing the playback speed

Index marks/temp marks

Writing an index mark/temp mark

Erasing an index mark/temp mark

Preventing accidental operation

Setting HOLD mode

Releasing HOLD mode

Changing the information screen during playback or stop

Changing the information screen during playback or stop

Searching for a file [Date Search]

Using the date search function

Erasing files

Erasing files

Menu

Setting menu items

Basic operation

File menu [File Menu]

Preventing accidental file erasure [File Lock]

Dividing files [File Divide]

Displaying file information [Property]

Recording menu [Rec Menu]

Selecting the recording sensitivity [Rec Level]

Reducing noise caused by rubbing during recording [Anti-Rustle]

Reducing noise during recording [Low Cut Filter]

Voice-activated recording function [ VCVA]

Playback menu [Play Menu]

Reducing noise during playback [Noise Cancel]

Adjusting low volume portions during playback [Voice Balancer]

Specifying the range to play back [Playback Range]

Setting the repeat playback [Repeat]

Setting a skip space [Skip Space]

Changing the folder for playback [Play Folder]

LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound]

Setting the backlight [Backlight]

Adjusting the contrast [Contrast]

Setting the LED indicator light [LED]

Turning beeping sound ON/OFF [Beep]

Selecting the speaker output [Speaker]

Device menu [Device]

Setting auto power off mode [Power Off]

Setting the recording standby duration [Rec Standby]

Setting the battery in use [Battery]

Setting the date/time [Time & Date]

Restoring the default settings [Reset Settings]

Formatting the internal memory [Format]

Checking the internal memory information [Memory Info.]