Olympus WS-853 User manual

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DIGITAL VOICE

RECORDER

Getting started

Recording

WS-853 WS-852

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.

Other information

Playback

Use with a PC

Table of contents

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

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

Display (Normal mode) .....................................................5

Display (Simple mode) ......................................................6

1 Getting started

Setup ...................................................................... 7

Inserting the battery .........................................................8

Turning the power ON .......................................................9

Setting the inserted battery ..............................................9

Setting the time/date .....................................................10

Selecting the mode .........................................................10

Charging the battery ..............................................11

Charging the battery by connecting to a PC’s USB

connector .......................................................................11

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

Inserting/removing a microSD card ..........................15

Inserting a microSD card .................................................15

Removing a microSD card ...............................................16

Preventing accidental operation ..............................17

Setting HOLD mode ........................................................17

Releasing HOLD mode.....................................................17

Turning the power OFF ............................................18

Selecting folders and files .......................................19

Using the Calendar Search function to search for a file ....19

2 Recording

Recording...............................................................21

Basic recording procedure ...............................................21

Pausing/resuming recording ...........................................23

Quickly checking a recording ...........................................23

Monitoring while recording ............................................24

Changing the recording scene [Rec Scene] ................25

Changing the recording scene .........................................25

Recording with an external microphone ...................27

Recording with an external microphone .........................27

Recording from another connected device ................28

Recording audio from another device with this recorder

3 Playback

Playback ................................................................30

Basic playback procedure ................................................30

Fast-forwarding ..............................................................31

Rewinding ......................................................................31

Skipping to the beginning of a file .................................32

Playback through the earphones ....................................33

Changing the playback speed .........................................35

A-B repeat playback ........................................................36

Index marks/temp marks ........................................37

Writing an index mark/temp mark .................................37

Erasing an index mark/temp mark ..................................37

Erasing files............................................................38

Erasing files.....................................................................38

4 Menu

Setting menu items ................................................40

Basic operation ...............................................................40

File menu [File Menu] .............................................43

Preventing accidental file erasure [File Lock] ..................43

Dividing a file [File Divide] ..............................................43

Displaying file information [Property] ...........................43

Recording menu [Rec Menu] ....................................44

Selecting the recording level [Rec Level] .........................44

Setting the recording mode [Rec Mode] .........................44

Reducing noise during recording [Low Cut Filter] ...........45

Voice-activated recording function [VCVA] .....................45

Voice sync recording function [V-Sync. Rec] ....................46

Playback menu [Play Menu] .....................................48

Reducing noise during playback [Noise Cancel] ..............48

Emphasizing voice more clearly [Voice Filter] .................48

Adjusting low volume portions during playback

[Voice Balancer] ............................................................. 48

Selecting playback modes [Play Mode] ...........................49

Setting a skip space [Skip Space] ....................................49

LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound Menu] ........................51

Adjusting the contrast [Contrast] ....................................51

...28

Setting the LED indicator light [LED] ...............................51

Turning beeping sound ON/OFF [Beep] ...........................51

Changing the display language [Language] ...................51

Table of contents

Device menu [Device Menu] ....................................52

Selecting the recording media [Memory Select] .............52

Setting the battery in use [Battery] ................................52

Setting the time/date [Time & Date] ..............................52

Selecting the mode [Mode Select] ..................................53

Restoring the default settings [Reset Settings] ...............53

Formatting a recording media [Format] ..........................54

Checking recording media information

Checking voice recorder information [System Info.] .......55

[Memory Info.] ...55

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

Transferring files to a PC..........................................61

6 Other information

Alarm message list ..................................................63

Troubleshooting ....................................................65

Recorder care .........................................................68

Accessories (optional) .............................................69

Safety precautions ..................................................71

Specifications .........................................................75

Indications used in this manual

NOTE

Describes precautions and operations that should be absolut voice recorder.

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Describes useful information and hints that will help y voice recorder.

ely avoided in using the

ou getting the most out of your

☞

Indicates reference pages describing details or related information.

Names of parts

Recorder

Names of parts

6 7

1 Built-in stereo microphone (L) 2 Display 3 LED indicator light (LED) 4

STOP

( 4) button

ERASE

button

7 Built-in speaker 8 USB connector/USB connector

cover (retractable)

9 Built-in stereo microphone (R) 0

POWER

switch

! Card cover @

REC

(record) ( s) button

)

(

# $ % 0 button ^ & 9 button * ` ( ) Stand

- USB connector slide lever = Microphone jack ( q Earphone jack ( w Battery cover e Strap hole

FOLDER/INDEX CALENDAR/SCENE

button

–

button

)

Names of parts

Display (Normal Mode)

During recording mode

8 4 5

0 7

1 File name 2 Battery indicator

[ ]: Ni-MH* [ ]: Alkaline*

3 Folder indicator, Current file

number in folder/Total number of recorded files in folder and file lock indicator

4 Voice recorder status indicator

[ ]: Recording indicator

]: Recording pause indicator

[

]: Stop indicator

[

]: Playback indicator

[

]: Fast playback indicator

[

]: Slow playback indicator

[

]: Fast-forward indicator

[

]: Fast-rewind indicator

[

5 Elapsed recording time or

playback time

6 Recording media indicator

[l]: Internal memory [m]: microSD card

Possible recording time remaining 7 Meanings of indicators shown in

indicator display area

During stop mode or playback mode

3 4 5

9 !

Rec Scene:

[ [ [ [ [

[ ]: Noise Cancel* Play Mode:

]: Dictation

[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ ] [ ] [ ]: Rec Level

]: Low Cut Filter

[ [ [

]: Meeting

]: Conference

]: Duplication (Cassette) ]: Duplication (CD) ]: Duplication (Timer)

]: Telephone Rec

]: DNS

]: VCVA ]: V-Sync. Rec

]: Voice Balancer*

Voice Filter*

]: Folder ]: File ]: Repeat

8 Recording format indicator 9 File length 0 Level meter ! Playback position bar indicator

* 1 WS-853 model only * 2 WS-852 model only

Names of parts

Display (Simple Mode)

During recording mode

Names of parts

1 Folder indicator, Current file

number in folder/Total number of recorded files in folder and file lock indicator

2 Battery indicator

[ ]: Ni-MH* [ ]: Alkaline*

3 Voice recorder status indicator

[ ]: Recording indicator

]: Recording pause indicator

[

]: Stop indicator

[

]: Playback indicator

[

]: Fast playback indicator

[

]: Slow playback indicator

[

]: Fast-forward indicator

[

]: Fast-rewind indicator

[

4 Elapsed recording time or

playback time

5 Recording media indicator

[l]: Internal memory [m]: microSD card

Possible recording time remaining 6 Level meter

6 8

During stop mode

yback mode

or pla

7 File length (During stop mode),

Playback position bar indicator (During playback mode)

8 Rec Scene

* 1 WS-853 model only

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ressing and holding the STOP ( 4)

• P

button while the voice recorder is in stop mode displays the settings [Time & Date] and [Remain] (amount of possible recording time remaining). If the current time/date is set incorrectly, see “Setting the time/date [Time & Date]” (☞P.52).

Setup

Getting started

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

Getting started

Inserting the battery

Getting started

Turning the power ON

Getting started

Selecting the battery setting (WS-853 model only)

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 time/date

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

Selecting the mode

Select either normal mode or simple mode.

Charging the recorder (WS-853 model only)

Remove the screen protector on the display.

Setup

Inserting the battery

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

recorder.

Setup

1 Slide open the battery cover

while pressing down on it.

2 Insert AAA batteries, making

sure to place the positive and negative terminals correctly.

Insert the battery’s negative terminal first

3 Slide the battery cover

completely closed.

Setup

Turning the power ON

1 Slide the

[ON] position.

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• When [Language] appears in the

display after turning the power ON, press the + or – button to change the display language and press the `OK button to finalize the setting.

POWER

switch to the

POWER switch

Setting the inserted battery

WS-853 model only

ress the

P the type of battery you inserted.

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

[Alkaline] ( ) Select if you inserted an alkaline

2 Press the `OK button to finalize

the setting.

NOTE

he mode can be switched even after

• T setting “Setting the battery in use [Battery]” (☞P.52).

or – button to select

Battery type

nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery (model BR404).

battery.

Setup

Setting the time/date

1 Press the 9 or 0 button to

Setup

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 press the `OK button during

• Y

the setting procedure to set the items entered so far and start the clock.

Selecting the mode

1 Press the + or – button to

change the mode.

[Normal Mode]:

This is the standard mode in which all functions are available.

[Simple Mode]:

This mode lists frequently used functions. Displayed text becomes larger for easier viewing.

2 Press the `OK button to finalize

the setting.

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he mode can be switched even

• T after setting. “Selecting the mode

[ModeSelect]” (☞P.53)

• Once the mode is set after purchase,

the [Mode Select] screen is not displayed again, even if the batteries are replaced.

Charging the battery

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

WS-853 model only

NOTE

ore charging the battery, insert the

• Bef rechargeable battery provided and set [Battery] to [Ni-MH] (☞P.8, P.52).

1 Start the PC.

Slide the USB connector slide

ver in the direction of the

arrow.

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 the battery.

• When [Battery] (☞P.52) is set to

[Ni-MH], [Press OK to start charging] appears on the display. Press the `OK button while this message is blinking.

Charging the battery

5 Charging has finished when the

battery indicator changes to [ ].

Charging the battery

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

charge a completely flat battery at room temperature. Battery charging time will depend 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 the PC must be ON to charge the battery using the USB connector. You cannot charge the battery when the power of the PC is OFF, or the PC is in standby, sleep or auto power OFF mode.

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

• You cannot charge the battery if [ or [

]*2 is blinking. Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of between 5 and 35°C (41 and 95°F).

*1 [

] Ambient temperature is too

low.

*2 [

] Ambient temperature is too

high

• 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 optional USB extension cable (KP19) if needed.

• Use only a compatible Olympus USB extension cable (KP19). 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.

]*1

Batteries

Battery indicator

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

• [ ] indicates there is little remaining battery charge. Charge the battery or replace it with a fresh one. When the battery has run out [ low] appear, and operation stops.

] and [Battery

Battery precautions

• The voice recorder does not support

manganese batteries.

• Always turn the power off before replacing

the battery. Files may be damaged if the battery is removed while the voice recorder is recording or performing an operation such as erasing a file.

• If the batteries are removed from the

voice recorder, the [Time & Date] screen is displayed automatically when the power is turned on. See “Setting the time/ date [Time & Date]” (☞P.52) for the procedure.

• When not using the voice recorder for

an extended period, always remove the battery before storage.

• The continuous battery usage time is

reduced when using a microSD card (☞P.76).

• The continuous battery usage time will

vary depending on the performance of the battery in use (☞P.76).

Rechargeable batteries

WS-853 model only

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

ranges

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 reduced 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.

Batteries

NOTE

o the nature of nickel-metal

• Due t

Batteries

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.

• When buying rechargeable batteries, always select model BR404 nickelmetal hydride rechargeable batteries. Operation is not guaranteed, if batteries from another manufacturer is used.

• 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.

• 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.76).

• 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.52).

Inserting/removing a microSD card

The voice recorder has its own internal memory, and also supports standard microSD cards (microSD, microSDHC) sold separately.

Inserting a microSD card

1 While the voice recorder is in stop

mode, open the card cover.

Insert a microSD card, making sure it is placed correctly as shown.

• Insert the microSD card straight,

avoiding crooked insertion.

• Inserting a microSD card the wrong way or crookedly could damage its contact surface or cause it to jam in the slot.

• A microSD card not inser ted fully (until it clicks into place) might not record data.

Close the card cover.

• The recording media selection screen

appears after a microSD card has been inserted.

4 To record onto the microSD card,

press the + or – button and select [

Yes

5 Press the `OK button to finalize

the setting.

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ou can also select the internal memory

• Y as the recording media (☞P.52).

NOTE

he voice recorder may not be able to

• T recognize a microSD card formatted (initialized) for a PC or other device. Before using a microSD card, always initialize it on the voice recorder (☞P.54).

Inserting/removing a microSD card

Removing a microSD card

1 While the voice recorder is in stop

Inserting/removing a microSD card

mode, open the card cover.

2 Release the microSD card by

pressing it inward, then letting it slowly return.

• The microSD card moves outward and

stops. Pull the microSD card out with your fingertips.

• If [Memory Select] was set to [microSD card], [Internal memory selected] is displayed after removing a microSD card.

3 Close the card cover.

NOTE

icroSD cards may pop out forcefully

• M on removal if you flick or release your finger too quickly after pressing the card in.

• Depending on the card’s manufacturer and type, some microSD cards and microSDHC cards may not be fully compatible with the voice recorder and not be recognized properly.

• For microSD card compatibility under Olympus verification, please contact our customer support at:

http://www.olympusamerica.com

Note that our customer support will

provide information on microSD card manufacturers and card types for which Olympus has verified operation, but will not guarantee it's performance. Also note that some cards may no longer be recognized correctly by the voice recorder in case card manufacturer changes card specifications.

• Read the operating instructions provided with the card when using a microSD card.

• If a microSD card is not recognized by the voice recorder, try removing and reinserting the card to have the voice recorder recognizing the card again.

• Processing speed may be low for some microSD card types. Processing performance may also be reduced by writing or deleting data repeatedly from a microSD card. In this case, reinitialize the card (☞ P.54).

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 accidentally pressing the button when the voice recorder is carried in a bag or pocket. It is also useful for preventing the voice recorder being accidentally stopped during recording.

Setting HOLD mode

Releasing HOLD mode

Preventing accidental operation

1 While the recorder is in recording

mode or playback mode, slide the

POWER

HOLD

• [Hold] appears in the display, and the recorder enters HOLD mode.

NOTE

• When an

seconds. No other operation is performed.

• Setting HOLD mode during voice recorder playback (or recording) continues the playback

(or recording) operation and prevents any other operation from being performed (The power turns off when playback ends or when recording ends because, for example, there is no remaining memory space).

switch to the [

] position.

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

OFF/

1 Slide the

[ON] position.

POWER

switch to the

Turning the power OFF

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

1 While the recorder is in stop

Turning the power OFF

mode, slide the the [

OFF/HOLD

• The playback stop position at power OFF is stored in the memory.

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urning the power OFF whenever the

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

] position.

POWER

switch to

Power Save mode

When the voice recorder has been stopped for at least 5 minutes after power ON, the display disappears and the voice recorder automatically enters the Power Save mode.

• Pressing any button releases the Power Save mode.

Selecting folders and files

The recorder provides five folders, [ ], [ ],[ ], [ ] and [ ]. Each folder can store up to 200 files.

1 Press the

FOLDER/INDEX

button while the voice recorder is in stop mode.

a File number b Folder indicator

• The folder changes each time you

press the FOLDER/INDEX button.

2 Press the 9 or 0 button to

select the desired file.

• Immediately after a file is selected, the

recorded date and time is displayed for 2 seconds only.

Using the Calendar Search function to search for a file

You can search for voice files by specifying a recording date. If you have forgotten in which

folder a file has been saved, this feature lets you

access it quickly by entering its recording date.

NOTE

o perform a calendar search, you

• T need to set [Time & Date] in advance (☞P.52).

1 Press the

while the voice recorder is in stop mode.

CALENDAR/SCENE

Selecting folders and  les

button

Selecting folders and files

2 Press the +, –, 9 or 0

button to select the desired date.

Selecting folders and  les

a Number of files saved (recorded) on

selected date

b Date file was recorded c Selected date d Today’s date

• Dates on which files were saved are underlined.

9 or 0 button:

Move to the previous/next date. Press and hold to skip to the next date on which a file was recorded.

+ or – button:

Move to the previous/next week.

3 Press the `OK button.

Press the the desired file.

or – button to select

b c d

5 Press the `OK button to start

playback.

Recording

The voice recorder has five folders ([ ] to [ ]) in which recorded files can be saved. These folders provide a handy way to sort recordings into separate categories (such as business and leisure).

Basic recording procedure

Recording

1 Select the folder to save the

recording in (☞ P.19).

• Each new voice recording file is saved

in the selected folder.

2 Point the built-in microphone

in the direction of the sound to record.

• When necessary, you can use the voice

recorder with the stand extended as shown in the figure.

3 Press the

recording.

a Rec Mode b Elapsed recording time c Level meter (changes according to

d Remaining possible recording time e Recording level

• The LED indicator light lights.

4 Press the

you want to stop recording.

f File length

REC

( s) button to start

recording volume and recording function setting)

STOP

( 4) button when

a b

c d

Recording

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

Recording

151001_0001.MP3

123

1 Date recorded

Indicates the year, month and day the

recording was made.

2 File number

Appended file numbers are

consecutive regardless of whether the recording media has been switched.

3 Extension

Indicates that the file is in MP3 format.

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• [Rec Mode] must be set with the v

recorder stopped (☞P.44).

oice

NOTE

o prevent the beginning of the

• T recording being cut off, start recording after the LED indicator light has lit or recording 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. To record more, you will need to select a different folder or delete unneeded files (☞P.38).

• If [Memory full] appears, the voice recorder has no more available memory space. You will need to delete unneeded files to record more (☞P.38).

• When using a microSD card in the voice recorder, be sure the desired recording media setting ([Internal memory] or [microSD card]) has been selected (☞P.52).

• 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).

Recording

Pausing/resuming recording

1 Press the

recording.

• Recording pauses, and the blinking

• Recording is stopped automatically

2 Press the

while recording is paused.

• Recording resumes from the position it

REC

( s) button during

message [

PAUSE] appears in the

display.

after being paused for at least 60 minutes.

REC

( s) button again

was paused at.

Quickly checking a recording

1 Press the `OK button during

recording.

Recording settings

Various recording settings are available, letting you tailor recording to different recording conditions.

[

Rec Level

]

(☞P.44)

Rec Mode

[ (☞P.44)

Low Cut Filter

[ (☞P.45)

VCVA

]

[ (☞P.45)

V-Sync. Rec

[ (☞P.46)

Rec Scene

[ (☞P.25)

Sets the recording level.

]

Sets the recording sound quality.

Reduces humming sounds

]

from equipment such as air-conditioners or projectors.

Sets the trigger level for voice-activated recording (VCVA).

]

Sets the trigger level for voice-synchronized recording.

Used to select one of multiple pre-registered templates of recording settings. When selected,

]

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

Recording

Monitoring while recording

You can monitor the recording as you are making it by listening on the earphones plugged into the voice recorder’s earphone

jack (

). Use the + or – button to adjust the

recording monitor volume.

Recording

• The earphones are optional.

1 Connect the earphones to the voice

recorder’s earphone jack ( ).

To earphone jack

• Changing the volume will not affect the recording level.

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.

• When [Rec Level] (☞P.44) is set to [Auto], the effect of the level setting

will not be reflected in the recording monitor audio.

Changing the recording scene [Rec Scene]

Changing the recording scene

The voice recorder has pre-registered 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.

[

Dictation

]

[Meeting]

[Conference]

[Duplication (Auto Divide)]

Duplication

[

]

(Timer)

[Telephone Rec]

[DNS]

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

Suitable for recording meetings held in a small space and other sounds that are fairly close.

Suitable for recording conferences in a large space and other sounds over a wide area.

Suitable for duplicating from cassette tapes and CDs. The silent intervals between tracks are detected to automatically divide the tracks so each one is saved as a separate file during recording.

Records continuously to one file and stops when the set time is reached.

Suitable for recording telephone conversations.

For Speech Recognition Software.

1 While the voice recorder is in

stop mode, press and hold the

CALENDAR/SCENE

button.

2 Press the + or – button to

select the desired recording application.

• You can choose from [Dictation], [Meeting], [Conference], [Duplication (Auto Divide)] (☞ P.28),

[Duplication (Timer)] (☞ P.28), [Telephone Rec] (☞ P.27), [DNS] or [Off].

3 Press the `OK button to finalize

the setting.

Changing the recording scene [Rec Scene]

[

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cene] also can be set from the

• [Rec S menu (☞P.40).

NOTE

ording menu settings cannot be

• Rec

Changing the recording scene [Rec Scene]

changed when a [Rec Scene] selection has been made. To use these functions, you must select [Off] for the [Rec Scene] setting.

• During simple mode, [Rec Scene] cannot be set to [Off] (☞P.53).

Pre-registered [Rec Scene] settings

[

Dictation

]

[

Rec Level

][

Rec Mode

][

[

Low Cut Filter

[

VCVA

[

V-Sync. Rec

[

Meeting

[

Rec Level

Rec Mode

[

Low Cut Filter

[

VCVA

[

V-Sync. Rec

[

Conference

[

Rec Level

Rec Mode

[

Low Cut Filter

[

VCVA

[

V-Sync. Rec

[

][

]

][

]

][

Low

]

MP3 128 kbps

]

Off

]

Off

]

High

]

MP3 128 kbps

Off

]

Off

]

Off

]

Auto

]

MP3 128 kbps

]

Off

]

Off

]

Duplication (Auto Divide)

[

Rec Level

][

Rec Mode

][

[

Low Cut Filter

[

VCVA

[

V-Sync. Rec

[

Duplication (Timer)

[

Rec Level

Rec Mode

[

Low Cut Filter

[

VCVA

[

V-Sync. Rec

[

Telephone Rec

[

Rec Level

Rec Mode

[

Low Cut Filter

[

VCVA

[

V-Sync. Rec

[

DNS

[

Rec Level

Rec Mode

[

Low Cut Filter

[

VCVA

[

V-Sync. Rec

[

][

]

][

]

Low

]

MP3 128 kbps

Off

]

Low

]

MP3 128 kbps

Off

]

Low

]

MP3 128 kbps

Off

Low

MP3 128 kbps

Off

]

Recording with an external microphone

You can record audio input using an external microphone or other device connected to the voice recorder’s microphone jack ( while recording.

1 Connect an external microphone

to the voice recorder’s microphone jack ( ).

To microphone jack

Example: TP8 telephone pickup

microphone (optional)

2 Press the

REC

( s) button to start

recording.

). Do not plug or unplug devices into voice recorder jacks

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• When using the phone micr

(Telephone pickup TP8), set [RecScene] to [Telephone Rec]. This allows you to record conversations on mobile and landline telephones clearly (☞P.25).

• See “Accessories (optional)” (☞P.69) for the compatible external microphones.

NOTE

icrophones with plug-in power

• M supplies can be used.

• When [Rec Mode] is set to stereo, recording with an external mono microphone records on the left channel only (☞P.44).

• When [Rec Mode] is set to mono, only the input from the left channel microphone is recorded when using an external stereo microphone (☞P.44).

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Recording with an external microphone

Recording from another connected device

Recording audio from another device with this recorder

Audio can be recorded when you have connected the audio output terminal (earphone jack) of another device and the microphone jack ( (optional) for duplication.

1 While the voice recorder is in

Recording from another connected device

stop mode, press and hold the

CALENDAR/SCENE

2 Press the

[

Duplication (Auto Divide)

[

Duplication (Timer)

[Duplication (Auto Divide)]:

Files are automatically divided into each song when recording.

[Duplication (Timer)]:

Recording is saved to one file and stops when the previously set time has been reached.

button.

or – button to select

3 Press the `OK button.

) of the recorder using the connecting cord KA333

4 Press the + or – button to change

the setting.

When [

Duplication (Auto Divide)

selected:

] or

[Cassette]:

Suitable for sound sources with a lot of noise such as a cassette tape duplicated from a CD or record.

[CD]:

Suitable for sound sources with little noise such as a CD.

Duplication (Timer)

When [ selected:

The time used for duplication can be selected from among [Off], [30 min.], [60 min.], [90 min.] and [120 min.].

5 Press the `OK button to finalize

the setting.

] was

Recording from another connected device

6 Connect the voice recorder

with another device using the connecting cord KA333.

To audio output terminal of other device

To microphone jack

7 Press the

REC

( s) button to start

recording.

Start playback on the other

vice.

9 When duplication is completed,

ess the

STOP

(4) button to stop

recording.

• When [Duplication (Timer)] was

selected, recording automatically stops when the set time is reached.

NOTE

• Do not plug or unplug devic

voice recorder jacks while recording.

• Perform adjustment of the recording level on the other device.

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

• In [Duplication (Auto Divide)], an original recording will be copied to separate files divided into each song by the signal level or the noise level of a silent part. When the signal level is too low or the noise is significant, recording and division may not be performed properly. In that case, select [Duplication (Timer)] and manually start and stop recording.

• If the connecting cord is not connected when [Duplication] is selected, the message [Connect an audio cable to the mic jack] is displayed.

es into

Recording from another connected device

Playback

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

Basic playback procedure

1 Select the file to play from the

Playback

folder containing it (☞P.19).

Press the `

playback.

a File name and folder indicator b Elapsed playback time/File length c Playback position bar indicator

3 Press the + or – button to adjust

the volume to the desired level.

button to start

4 Press the

b c

playback.

• The file being played stops right away.

STOP

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.

( 4) button to stop

• 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.

Playback

Fast-forwarding

Fast-forwarding while the voice recorder is in stop mode

1 With the voice recorder stopped,

press and hold the 9 button.

• Fast-forwarding stops when you

release the 9 button. Press the `OK button to start playback from the

current position.

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.37).

• 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.

Rewinding

Playback

Rewinding while the voice recorder is in stop mode

1 With the voice recorder stopped,

press and hold the 0 button.

• Rewinding stops when you release the

0 button. Press the `OK button to start playback from the current position.

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, reached, rewinding stops at the mark (☞P.37).

• 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.

Playback

Skipping to the beginning of a file

Playback

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 Press the 0 button while the

voice recorder is in stop mode, or during playback.

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.

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.37).

• 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 (☞P.49).

Playback

Playback settings

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

A setting that makes recorded voices more

[

Noise Cancel

(☞P.48)

Voice Filter

[ (☞P.48)

Voice Balancer

[ (☞P.48)

Play Mode

[ (☞P.49)

Skip Space

[ (☞P.49)

* 1 WS-852 model only * 2 WS-853 model only

discernable when muffled by projector noise or similar sounds.

Cuts low- and high-

frequency components, emphasizing voices for greater clarity.

Cuts low- and high-

]*2

frequency components and compensates low-volume portions during playback.

]

Selecting from among three playback modes.

A handy function for quickly moving the playback position, and playing short segments repeatedly.

Playback through the earphones

You can connect the earphones to the voice recorder’s earphone jack ( playback through them.

• The earphones are optional.

Connect the earphones to the voice recorder’s earphone jack ( ).

To earphone jack

2 Press the `OK button to start

playback.

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here will be no sound from the

• T speaker when the earphones are connected.

) and listen to

Playback

NOTE

o avoid unpleasantly loud sound, set

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

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

• If the volume is set too loud, a warning

screen may appear.

Playback

Music files

If a music file transferred to the voice recorder is unplayable, check that its sampling rate and bit rate values are within the supported ranges. The sampling rate and bit rate combinations supported for music file playback by the voice recorder are shown below.

File format Sampling rate Bit rate

MPEG 1 Layer 3:

32 kHz,

44.1 kHz,

MP3 format

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

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

48 kHz

MPEG 2 Layer 3:

16 kHz,

22.05 kHz, 24 kHz

8 to 320 kbps

Playback

Changing 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 the `OK button during

playback.

2 Press the + or – button.

• Adjust the playback speed.

• The playback speed increases when

the + button is pressed, and decreases when the - button is pressed.

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

3 Press the `OK button.

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• When chang

playback operations such as stopping playback, skipping to the beginning of a file, and writing index marks/temp marks are the same as during standard playback.

ing the playback speed,

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.48)

* WS-853 model only

Fast playback restrictions

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

Playback

A -B repeat playback

The voice recorder has a function with which you repeat the playback of a portion (segment) of the file being played.

1 Select a file for A-B repeat

playback, and start playback.

Playback

3 Press the

Press the

playback reaches the desired start position for A-B repeat playback.

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when playback reaches the desired end position for A-B repeat playback.

REC

( s) button when

ou can change the playback

• Y speed (☞P.35), and fast-forward/ rewind (☞P.31) when the [ indicator is blinking.

• If playback reaches the end of the file when the [ is blinking, the end of the file is treated as the segment end position, and repeat playback starts.

REC

] indicator

( s) button again

• Segment A-B is set, and A-B repeat

playback starts.

4 Press the

• Playback stops. The playback segment

NOTE

• When an index or t

or erased during A-B repeat playback, A-B repeat playback is canceled and

]

the voice recorder returns to normal playback.

STOP

( 4) button.

specified for this function is retained.

emp mark is written

Canceling A-B repeat playback

Press the

STOP

( 4) button while

the voice recorder is in stop mode.

NOTE

• When the REC (s) butt

during A-B repeat playback the setting is canceled without disrupting playback.

on is pressed

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 can only be written in files created with Olympus voice recorders. For files created with other devices, you can temporarily store desired positions in the memory using temp marks.

Writing an index mark/temp mark

When the desired position has

been r

eached during recording

or playback, press the

INDEX

button to write an index or

temp mark.

NOTE

emp marks are temporary

• T markings. 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 [No more can be set] 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.43).

FOLDER

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 the button.

• Any subsequent index marks/temp

marks in the file are automatically renumbered.

ou want to

on to

ERASE

Index marks/temp marks

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 Select the file you want to erase

(☞P.19).

Erasing  les

Press the

voice recorder is in stop mode.

• The voice recorder returns to the stop

ERASE

button while the

mode if no operation is performed for 8 seconds.

3 Press the + or – button to select

[

All in folder

[All in folder]:

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

[One file]:

Erases only the selected file.

] or [

One file

4 Press the `OK button.

5 Press the + button to select

[

Start

6 Press the `OK button.

• [Erasing!] appears in the display, and

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

Erasing files

NOTE

iles cannot be restored after being

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

• You cannot delete folders through the recorder.

• Locked files and read-only files cannot be erased (☞P.43).

• When there is a microSD in the voice recorder, be sure to check whether the recording media being erased is [Internal memory] or [microSD card] (☞P.52).

• 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 attempt to perform any of the following processes before an erasing process has finished :

1 Removing the battery 2 Removing the microSD card (if the

recording media has been set to [microSD card]).

Erasing  les

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.

1 Press the

REC

( s) button to start

recording.

• Recording pauses automatically

about 1 second after the input sound becomes quieter than the set activation sensitivity.

The blinking message [Standby]

appears in the display. The LED indicator light becomes lit when recording is activated and flashes when recording is paused.

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

to recording sound volume)

• The setting can be adjusted to between [01] and [15].

Recording menu [Rec Menu]

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ncreasing the setting number

• I increases the VCVA activation sensitivity, enabling quieter sounds to activate the start of recording.

• 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

Recording menu [Rec Menu]

recommended to perform a test recording beforehand to adjust the voice activation level.

NOTE

he following functions are disabled

• T when using the [VCVA] function:

• [Rec Scene] (☞ P.25)

• [V-Sync. Rec]

Voice sync recording function [V-Sync. Rec]

The voice sync recording function automatically starts recording when a sound louder than a preset voice sync recording level (detection level) is detected, and automatically stops recording when the sound volume level decreases. When copying music from another device connected to the voice recorder, use the voice sync recording function to detect the silent intervals between music tracks and save each track as a separate file.

[1 sec.], [2 sec.], [3 sec.], [5 sec.]:

Set the detection time. The voice recorder enters standby mode when the input (recording level) is below the preset level for at least the set detection time.

[Off]:

Recording is done normally.

Recording menu [Rec Menu]

Adjusting the voice sync level for voice sync recording

1 Press the

REC

( s) button to

prepare for recording.

2 Press the 9 or 0

button to

adjust the voice sync level.

a Voice sync level (moves left/right to

match set level)

• The voice sync level can be adjusted to a setting between [01] and [15].

• Increasing the setting number increases the activation sensitivity, enabling quieter sounds to activate the start of recording.

3 Press the

• The blinking message [Standby]

• Recording starts automatically if the

REC

( s) button again.

appears in the display, and the LED indicator light flashes.

input is louder than the voice sync level.

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he voice recorder automatically ends

• T recording and returns to recording standby mode when the input sound has been below the voice sync level for at least the set detection time. Each time the voice recorder enters standby mode, the current file is closed. Recording continues in a new file the next time sound is detected.

• Press the STOP ( 4) button to end a voice sync recording session.

NOTE

he following functions are disabled

• T when using the [V-Sync. Rec] function:

• [Rec Scene] (☞ P.25)

• [VCVA] (☞ P.45)

Recording menu [Rec Menu]

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.

WS-853 model only

[High] [Low]:

Playback menu [Play Menu]

Reduces surrounding noise, producing higher sound-quality playback.

[Off]:

The noise cancel function is disabled.

NOTE

f the [Noise Cancel] function is used,

• I

the battery will deplete more quickly.

• The following function will not be available while you are using the [Noise Cancel] function.

• Changing the playback speed (☞ P.35)

Emphasizing voice more clearly [Voice Filter]

During normal playback or fast/slow playback, the voice filter function cuts low- and highfrequency range tone and emphasizes voices, making them more clearly audible.

WS-852 model only

[On]:

Turns the voice filter function on.

[Off]:

Turns the voice filter function off.

NOTE

sing the [Voice Filter] function will

• U

make the battery deplete more quickly.

Adjusting low volume portions during playback [Voice Balancer]

Cuts low- and high-frequency components and compensates low-volume portions during playback. Use it to make quiet parts of conversations or other recorded audio louder and clearer.

WS-853 model only

[On]:

Turns the voice balancer function on.

[Off]:

Turns the voice balancer function off.

NOTE

sing the [Voice Balancer] function will

• U

make the battery deplete more quickly.

Playback menu [Play Menu]

Selecting playback modes [Play Mode]

Several playback modes are available for different listening styles.

1 Press the + or – button to select

[

Playback range

[Playback range]:

Specifies a range of files for playback.

[Repeat]:

Repeatedly plays the files in the set range.

2 Press the + or – to button select a

setting.

When [

Playback range

[File]:

Stops playback after the current file has been played.

[Folder]:

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

Repeat

When [

[On]:

The files in the specified playback range are played repeatedly.

[Off]:

Cancels repeat playback.

NOTE

• When [Pla

[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.

] or [

Repeat

] was selected:

yback range] is set to [File],

• When [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.

Setting a skip space [Skip Space]

With the [Skip Space] function you can skip a preset amount forward (forward skip) or backward (reverse skip) in a file during playback. It is handy for quickly moving the playback position or for repeated playback of a short segment.

When the screen display is [

Normal Mode

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]:

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

]

] or [

Reverse Skip

Playback menu [Play Menu]

2 Press the + or – button to select a

setting.

When [

Playback menu [Play Menu]

Forward Skip

[File Skip], [10 sec. Skip], [30 sec. Skip], [1 min. Skip], [5 min. Skip], [10 min. Skip]

When [

Reverse Skip

[File Skip], [1 sec. Skip] to [5sec. Skip], [10 sec. Skip], [30 sec. Skip], [1 min. Skip], [5 min. Skip]

When the screen display is

Simple Mode

[

] was selected:

]

1 Press the + or – button to select

[

File Skip

], [

or [

[File Skip]:

[05sec 10sec 9]:

[05min 10min 9]:

05sec 10sec 9

05min 10min 9

Skips in units of files.

Pressing the 0 button rewinds 5 seconds; pressing the 9 button fast-forwards 10 seconds and then the playback starts.

Pressing the 0 button rewinds 5 minutes; pressing the 9 button fast-forwards 10 minutes and then the playback starts.

[3 sec. 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.

Forward/reverse skip playback

1 Press the `

button to start

playback.

Press the 9 or 0 button

]

during pla

• Playback starts after skipping forward

or backward by the set amount.

yback.

LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound Menu]

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 LED indicator light to not become lit.

[On]:

LED indicator light is switched on.

[Off]:

LED indicator light stays off.

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ven if you set the [LED] setting to

• E

[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.

Changing the display language [Language]

You can select the language used in the voice recorder’s displays.

• [English], [Français],[Español]

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he language selections vary

• T depending on where the voice recorder was purchased.

LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound Menu]

Device menu [Device Menu]

Selecting the recording media [Memory Select]

If a microSD card is inserted into the voice recorder, you can select whether to use the internal memory or the microSD card (☞P.15).

[Internal memory]:

Device menu [Device Menu]

Uses on the internal memory on the voice recorder.

[microSD card]:

Uses on the microSD card.

Setting the battery in use [Battery]

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

WS-853 model only

[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.

Setting the time/date [Time & Date]

If you set the date and time, you will be able to check when a file was recorded in the information for each file accessed from [Property] of the menu.

1 Press the 9 or 0 button to

select the desired setting item.

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.

Device menu [Device Menu]

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• When setting the hour or minut

time you press the FOLDER/INDEX button the display changes between the AM/PM and 24-hour clock formats.

Example: 10:38 PM

10:38 PM

(default format)

• When setting the year, month or date, each time you press the FOLDER/ INDEX button the display order used

for the date changes.

Example: March 24, 2015

3M 24D 2015Y

(default format)

24D 3M 2015Y

2015Y 3M 24D

NOTE

f the batteries are removed from the

• I voice recorder, the [Time & Date] screen is displayed automatically when the power is turned on.

WS-853 model only:

• If you use nickel-metal hydride

rechargeable batteries (BR404), the [Time & Date] screen may be displayed when the batteries are running out of power, even though they have not been replaced.

22:38

e, each

Selecting the mode [Mode Select]

With this recorder, you can choose between normal mode and simple mode, which lists frequently used functions. In simple mode, the displayed text becomes larger for easier viewing.

[Normal Mode]:

This is the standard mode in which all functions are available.

[Simple Mode]:

This mode lists frequently used functions. Displayed text becomes larger for easier viewing.

Restoring the default settings [Reset Settings]

The [Reset Settings] function restores all the voice recorder’s functions to their initial (factory default) settings. Time setting and file number will remain the same.

1 Press the + button to select

[

Start

Device menu [Device Menu]

Rec Menu:

Rec Level: High Rec Mode: MP3 128 kbps Low Cut Filter: Off VCVA: Off V-Sync Rec: Off Rec Scene: Off

Play Menu:

Noise Cancel* Voice Filter* Voice Balancer*

Play Mode: Playback Range: File

Device menu [Device Menu]

Repeat: Off Skip Space: Forward Skip: File Skip Reverse Skip: File Skip

LCD/Sound Menu:

Contrast: Level 06 LED: On Beep: On Language: English

Device Menu:

Memory Select: Internal memory Battery* Mode Select: Normal Mode

*2 WS-853 model only

: Ni-MH

WS-852 model only

: Off

Formatting a recording media [Format]

Formatting a recording media erases all existing files saved on it. Be sure to transfer all important files to a PC before formatting.

1 Press the + or – button to select

the recording media to be formatted.

[Internal memory]:

Formats the internal memory.

[microSD card]:

Formats the microSD card.

2 Press the `OK button.

3 Press the

[

Start

button.

Press the [

Start

button.

• [Formatting!] appears, and formatting

starts.

• [Format done] appears when the process has finished.

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o reset all the voice recorder’s settings

• T to their default values, use the [Reset

Settings] operation (☞P.53).

button to select

], then press the `OK

button to select

] again, then press the `OK

Device menu [Device Menu]

NOTE

er format the voice recorder from

• Nev a PC.

• 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 attempt to perform any of the following processes before a formatting process has finished:

1 Removing the battery 2 Removing the microSD card (if the

recording media to be initialized is a [microSD card]).

• If there is a microSD card in the voice recorder, make sure [Internal memory] or [microSD card] has been correctly selected as the recording media to erase (☞ P.52).

• Even when formatting or erasing (☞ P.38) is performed, only the file management information of the internal memory and/or microSD card is updated and the recorded data is not completely erased. When disposing of a microSD card, be sure to destroy the card, format the card and record silence until the recording time runs out, or perform a similar operation in order to prevent the leakage of personal information.

Checking recording media information [Memory Info.]

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

NOTE

ome recording media memory

• S capacity is used as a management area, so the actual usable capacity will always be slightly less than the displayed capacity.

Checking voice recorder information [System Info.]

You can display voice recorder information from a menu screen.

• The voice recorder’s [Model], [Version] (system version) and [Serial No.] information is displayed.

Device menu [Device Menu]

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 MP3 format stored on your PC.

• Use the voice recorder as external storage to save or load data to/from your PC.

• The earphones are optional.

PC operating environment

Windows

Operating system

Microsoft Windows Vista/7/8, 8.1 standard

installation

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 satisfied, updated versions of OS, multiboot environments, self-modified PCs will not be covered under the operational warranty.

Macintosh

Operating system

Mac OS X 10.5 to 10.10 standard installation

Apple Macintosh series PC with at least one

available USB port

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. Use the voice recorder’s [Format] menu for formatting (☞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 external microphone and earphones when connecting the voice recorder to a PC.

PC operating environment

PC connection/disconnection

Connecting the voice recorder to a PC

1 Start the PC.

Slide the USB connector slide

ver in the direction of the

le arrow.

PC connection/disconnection

3 After making sure the voice

recorder is in stop mode, connect its USB connector to a USB port on the PC.

WS-853 model only: 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.

• [Remote] appears in the voice recorder’s display when the USB connector is connected.

TIP

indows: The voice recorder is

• W recognized and displayed in the [My Computer] folder with the model name as the drive name. If there is a microSD card in the voice recorder, it can be used as the [Removable Disk].

• Macintosh: The voice recorder is recognized and displayed on the desktop with the model name as the drive name. If there is a microSD card in the voice recorder, [NO NAME] is displayed.

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

• Use the optional USB extension cable (KP19) if needed.

PC connection/disconnection

NOTE

nsert the USB connector securely all

• I 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

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.

TIP

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

• Y charged (WS-853 model only).

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.

Transferring files to a PC

When connecting the voice recorder to a PC you can transfer voice recorder data to save in the PC, and vice-versa. The voice recorder’s five folders are displayed on the PC as [FOLDER_A], [FOLDER_B], [FOLDER_C], [FOLDER_D] and [FOLDER_E] (Fig. C). You can copy voice recorder files to any folder on the PC (Fig. D).

Drive name Folder names

WS-853*

microSD

Windows

Removable disk

Macintosh

NO NAME

* Recognized/displayed by voice recorder drive name

Windows

RECORDER

Folder

File

1 Connect the voice recorder to the PC (☞ P.58).

Open Windows Explorer.

• When you open [My Computer], the voice recorder is recognized and displayed with the

model name as the drive name.

3 Click on the folder labeled with your voice recorder’s model name (Fig. A).

Copy the desired data to the PC.

Disconnect the voice recorder from the PC (☞ P

C D

FOLDER_A

FOLDER_B

FOLDER_C

FOLDER_D

FOLDER_E

Copy these files to the PC.

.60).

001

002

003

200

Transferring  les to a PC

Transferring files to a PC

Macintosh

1 Connect the voice recorder to the PC (☞ P.58).

• When the voice recorder is connected to the Macintosh operating system, it is

recognized and displayed on the desktop with the model name as the drive name.

2 Double-click the removable disk icon labeled with your voice recorder’s

model name.

Copy the desired data to the PC.

Disconnect the voice recorder from the PC (☞ P

NOTE

Transferring  les to a PC

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

• T port while the LED indicator light is flashing.

.60).

Other information

Alarm message list

Message Meaning Action required

Battery low

File locked

No more can be set

Folder full

Memory error

Card error

Memory full There is no remaining memory.

No file There are no files in the folder.

Format error A formatting problem occurred.

Can’t create the system file.

Connect to PC and erase

unnecessary file

The remaining battery power is low.

An attempt was made to erase a locked file.

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 (200) have been saved in the folder.

An internal memory error occurred.

The microSD card was not recognized correctly.

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

Replace or charge the battery (☞P.8, P.11).

You must unlock the file before you can erase it (☞P.43).

Erase unneeded index marks (☞P.37).

Erase unneeded temp marks (☞P.37).

Erase unneeded files (☞P.38).

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

Remove and reinsert the microSD card (☞P.15, P.16).

Erase unneeded files (☞P.38).

Select another folder (☞P.19).

Format the memory again (☞P.54).

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

Alarm message list

Message Meaning Action required

Cannot play this file The file’s format is not supported.

Select a file No file has been selected.

This file can’t be divided.

Connect an audio cable to

the mic jack

Alarm message list

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

Another device was not connected to the voice recorder when duplicating was performed.

Select a file that can be played by the voice recorder (☞P.34).

You must select a file before you can perform the operation (☞P.19).

Select another file (☞P.19).

Use a separately sold connecting cord (KA333) to connect another device to the microphone jack of the voice recorder (☞P.28).

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Solution

Check that the positive and negative terminals of the battery are placed correctly (☞ P.8).

Replace or charge the battery (☞P.8, P.11).

Turn the power ON (☞P.9).

Replace or charge the battery (☞P.8, P.11).

Turn the power ON (☞P.9).

Release HOLD mode (☞ P.17).

Erase unneeded files (☞P.38).

Select another folder (☞P.19).

To output the playback through the builtin speaker, disconnect the earphones.

Adjust the volume (☞ P.30).

Redo recording after setting the recording level to [High] (☞P.44).

Adjust the output level of the external device.

The display is blank.

Unable to operate the voice recorder.

Unable to record.

Playback is inaudible.

The recording is too quiet.

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.

The volume is set to [00].

A low recording level has been set.

The output level of the connected external device may be too low.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Solution

An audio file is not recorded in stereo.

Missing audio file.

Noise during playback.

Unable to erase a file.

Troubleshooting

Noise when monitoring a recording.

The connected external microphone is a mono microphone.

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

The file was recorded in a different folder.

Objects brushed against the voice recorder while recording.

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

The file is locked.

The file is a read-only file.

Feedback is being caused.

Sound recorded by a connected external mono microphone is recorded on the left channel only.

Set [Rec Mode] to a stereo recording format (☞P.44).

Select another folder (☞P.19).

Try your best not to touch the voice recorder during recording.

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

You must unlock the file before you can erase it (☞ P.43).

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. Using the earphones to monitor recording is recommended.

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

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Solution

Unable to write index marks/temp marks.

Unable to charge the battery.

Unable to select the menu item I want to set.

Playback speed is fast (or slow).

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

The file is locked.

The file is a read-only file.

WS-853 model only

[Alkaline] has been selected for [Battery].

The `OK button was not pressed.

[Simple Mode] has been selected for [Mode Select].

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

Erase unneeded marks (☞ P.37).

Unlock the file (☞ P.43).

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.13, P.52).

Press the `OK button as directed in the confirmation screen shown when connecting the USB connector (☞ P.11).

When you want to set a menu item other than [Rec Scene], [Skip Space], [Memory

Select], [Time & Date], [Beep], [Mode Select], and [Language], set the mode

selection setting to [Normal Mode] (☞ P.53).

Set the playback speed function setting to [x1.0 Play] (☞ P.35).

Troubleshooting

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

Recorder care

ene, alcohol or other strong solvents, or chemical cleaning cloths.

Accessories (optional)

Accessories for Olympus voice recorders can be purchased directly from the Online Shop on the Olympus website. Availability of accessories differs depending on the country.

ME51SW stereo microphone

Has a large-diameter built-in microphone for sensitive stereo recording.

ME34 compact zoom microphone (unidirectional)

Comes with an integrated stand ideal for table placement when recording events from a distance, such as conferences or lectures.

ME33 boundary microphone

A microphone for recording conferences that enables connection of up to three left- and three right-channel units. Cascade connection enables the left/ right channel connections to be extended up to about 12 meters, to capture sound from a broad range.

ME30W two-channel microphone (omni-directional)

An omni-directional microphone pair with a low-noise design ideal for recording in lecture halls or other large venues. The left and right microphones can be placed up to about 5 meters apart.

TP8 telephone pickup microphone

An earphone microphone that can be worn in the ear during phone calls. Clearly captures voices and conversations during phone calls.

BR404 nickel-metal hydride AAA rechargeable battery

A high-efficiency, long-lasting rechargeable battery.

KA333 connecting cord

A resistive connection cord with stereo

3.5 mm diameter plugs on both ends. Used to connect the earphone jack output to the microphone input when recording. Comes with plug adapters (PA331/PA231) that adapt to mono 3.5 mm diameter plugs or mono 2.5 mm diameter plugs.

KP19 USB connection cable

CS131 Soft carrying case

Accessories (optional)

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.

• Voice recorder displays and product illustrations shown in this manual may differ 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 and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

• microSD and microSDHC are trademarks of the SD Card Association.

• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.

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

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

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 reference whenever needed.

Important safety precautions

• Important safety precautions in this

manual are accompanied by the symbols and labels below. 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 handled 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 infants and children.

Pay attention when using the voice recorder near infants and children, 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 Use microSD/microSDHC memory

cards only. Never place other types of cards in the voice recorder.

If another card type is placed in the voice recorder by accident, do not try to pull it out with force. Contact an Olympus repair center or service center.

s If the voice recorder is dropped in

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

1 Remove the battery immediately.

Safety precautions

2 Contact your place of purchase or

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

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

Safety precautions

objects.)

s When carrying the voice recorder

by its strap, take care to prevent it becoming caught on other items.

f CAUTION

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 disas-

semble 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 posi-

tive and negative terminals.

It may cause overheating, electric shock or fire.

s When carrying or storing the

battery, always place it in the case and 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 case electric shock or failure.

s Do not use a battery with a

scratched or damaged case.

It may cause ruptures or overheating.

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).

Safety precautions

• 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 infants and children. 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.

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.

Safety precautions

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 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

Safety precautions

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

and microSD card 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.38) are performed, only the file management information of the internal memory and/or microSD card is updated and the recorded data is not completely erased. When disposing of the voice recorder or a microSD card, 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.

Specifications

General items

4 Recording formats

MP3 format

4 Sampling frequency

128 kbps 44.1 kHz

64 kbps mono 44.1 kHz

8 kbps mono 11.025 kHz

4 Maximum working output

250 mW (8 Ω speaker)

4 Maximum headphone output

â 150 mV (conforms to EN 50332-2)

4 Recording media*

Internal NAND flash memory WS-853

microSD card (Supports card capacities ranging from

* Some recording media memory

model: 8 GB

WS-852

model: 4GB

2 to 32 GB.)

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

4 Speaker

Built-in 20 mm diameter round dynamic speaker

4 Microphone jack

3.5 mm diameter; Impedance: 2 kΩ

4 Earphone jack

3.5 mm diameter; Impedance: 8 Ω or more

4 Power source

Standard voltage: 3 V Battery: Two AAA dry cell batteries (model LR03), or two Olympus nickelmetal hydride rechargeable batteries

4 External dimensions

111.5 × 39 × 18 mm (Not including largest projection)

4 Weight

77 g (including battery)

4 Operating temperature

0 to 42°C (32 to 107.6°F)

Frequency response

4 When recording from microphone

jack

128 kbps 70 Hz to 17 kHz

64 kbps mono 70 Hz to 15 kHz

8 kbps mono 70 Hz to 3.5 kHz

4 When recording with built-in

microphone

70 Hz to 17 kHz (frequency response upper limit is set by recording mode during MP3-format recording)

4 During playback

30 Hz to 20 kHz (However, the upper and lower limits of the frequency characteristic depend on each recording format)

Speci cations

Specifications

Battery life

The figures below are guideline values.

4 Alkaline dry cell battery

Recording mode

128 kbps

64 kbps mono

8 kbps mono

When recording with

built-in microphone

41 hours (approx.) 15 hours (approx.) 70 hours (approx.)

48 hours (approx.) 15 hours (approx.) 73 hours (approx.)

110 hours (approx.) 24 hours (approx.) 90 hours (approx.)

4 Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery

Recording mode

Speci cations

128 kbps

64 kbps mono

8 kbps mono

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

, [Voice Balancer]*1 and [Voice Filter]*2 functions may affect the battery life).

Cancel]*

• Battery life will be shorter when using a nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery that has been used repeatedly.*

• Battery life will be shorter when using a microSD card.

*1 WS-853 model only *2 WS-852 model only

When recording with

built-in microphone

30 hours (approx.) 11 hours (approx.) 49 hours (approx.)

31 hours (approx.) 11 hours (approx.) 53 hours (approx.)

74 hours (approx.) 16 hours (approx.) 64 hours (approx.)

During speaker

playback

During speaker

playback

During earphone

playback

During earphone

playback

Specifications

Recording time

The figures below are guideline values.

Recording media

Internal memory

microSD card

WS-853 (8 GB)

WS-852 (4 GB)

32 GB

16 GB

8 GB

128 kbps 64 k bps mono 8 kbps mono

130 hours (approx.) 260 hours (approx.) 2080 hours (approx.)

65 hours (approx.) 131 hours (approx.) 1040 hours (approx.)

530 hours (approx.) 1060 hours (approx.) 8480 hours (approx.)

264 hours (approx.) 525 hours (approx.) 4230 hours (approx.)

132 hours (approx.) 264 hours (approx.) 2100 hours (approx.)

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).

• Available recording time will also vary due to differences in the available memory capacity of different microSD cards.

Recording mode

Speci cations

Specifications

Maximum recording time per file

• The maximum file size is limited to about 4 GB in the MP3 format.

• Regardless of the amount of remaining memory, the maximum recording time per file is

restricted to the following values:

Recording mode 128 kbps 64 kbps mono 8 kbps mono

Recording time

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

Speci cations

74 hours 30 minutes

(approx.)

149 hours (approx.) 1193 hours (approx.)

For customers in North and South America:

FCC Notice

• This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

• This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

• However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna.

- Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on

a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

- Only the OLYMPUS-supplied USB

cable should be used to connect the equipment to USB enabled personal computers (PC).

For customers in USA

Declaration of Conformity Model Number: WS-853/WS-852 Trade Name: OLYMPUS Responsible Party: OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. Address: 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A. Telephone Number: 484-896-5000

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

For customers in CANADA

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate.

2951 Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo 192-8507, Japan.

OLYMPUS AMERICA INC.

OLYMPUS CORPORATION

3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A.

Technical Support (USA):

24/7 online automated help: http://www.olympusamerica.com/ support Phone customer support: Tel.: 1-888-553-4448 (Toll-free)

Tel. 484-896-5000

Our phone customer support is available from 9 am to 9 pm (Monday to Friday) ET http://www.olympusamerica.com/ contactus Olympus software updates can be obtained at: http://www.olympusamerica.com/digital

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Olympus WS-853 User manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Names of parts

Recorder

Display (Normal Mode)

Display (Simple Mode)

Setup

Getting started

Inserting the battery

Turning the power ON

Setting the inserted battery

Setting the time/date

Selecting the mode

Charging the battery

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

Batteries

Inserting/removing a microSD card

Inserting a microSD card

Removing a microSD card

Preventing accidental operation

Setting HOLD mode

Releasing HOLD mode

Turning the power OFF

Selecting folders and files

Using the Calendar Search function to search for a file

Recording

Recording

Basic recording procedure

Pausing/resuming recording

Quickly checking a recording

Monitoring while recording

Changing the recording scene [Rec Scene]

Changing the recording scene

Recording with an external microphone

Recording with an external microphone

Recording from another connected device

Recording audio from another device with this recorder

Playback

Playback

Basic playback procedure

Fast-forwarding

Rewinding

Skipping to the beginning of a file

Playback through the earphones

Changing the playback speed

A -B repeat playback

Index marks/temp marks

Writing an index mark/temp mark

Erasing an index mark/temp mark

Erasing files

Erasing files

Menu

Setting menu items

Basic operation

File menu [File Menu]

Preventing accidental file erasure [File Lock]

Dividing a file [File Divide]

Displaying file information [Property]

Recording menu [Rec Menu]

Selecting the recording level [Rec Level]

Setting the recording mode [Rec Mode]

Reducing noise during recording [Low Cut Filter]

Voice-activated recording function [VCVA]

Voice sync recording function [V-Sync. Rec]

Playback menu [Play Menu]

Reducing noise during playback [Noise Cancel]

Emphasizing voice more clearly [Voice Filter]

Adjusting low volume portions during playback [Voice Balancer]

Selecting playback modes [Play Mode]

Setting a skip space [Skip Space]

LCD/Sound menu [LCD/Sound Menu]

Adjusting the contrast [Contrast]

Setting the LED indicator light [LED]

Turning beeping sound ON/OFF [Beep]

Changing the display language [Language]

Device menu [Device Menu]

Selecting the recording media [Memory Select]

Setting the battery in use [Battery]