Press the OK button to complete the setup screen.
The clock will start from the set date and time. Press the OK button according to the time signal. You can choose between 12 and 24 hour display by pressing the FOLDER/INDEX button while setting the hour and minute. Example: 5:45 P.M. 5:45 PM 17:45 (Initial setting)
You can choose the order of the year, month, day by pressing the FOLDER/INDEX button while setting them. Example: August 14, 2005 8M 14D 2005Y (Initial setting) 14D 8M 2005Y 2005Y 8M 14D
Press the STOP button to close the menu.

...... Note

If you press the OK button during the setup operation, the recorder will save the items that were set to that point.

Changing the Time/Date

Press the + or button in the sub menu screen, and select the Time&Date.
See P.38, 68, 75 regarding the sub menu.
Press the OK or 9 button.
The Time/Date screen appears. The hour indicator flashes, indicating the start of the Time/Date setup process.
Follow the same steps starting at step 1 in Setting Time/Date ( P.12).
Switching Between the Voice Recorder and Music Player
This device can be used as a voice recorder or as a music player. Using the mode switch, choose between VOICE and MUSIC option. VOICE: For recording or playing back voice files. MUSIC: For listening to music files.
Meaning of icons in this manual Set the mode switch to VOICE before operating the recorder. Set the mode switch to MUSIC before operating the recorder. Convenient features that can be used with both the Voice Recorder and Music Player.
When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder

Recording

The recorder provides five folders, A, B, C, D and E, and each message recorded in a folder is saved as a Windows Media Audio (WMA) file. These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder A might be used to store private information, while Folder B might be dedicated to holding business information. Up to 199 messages can be recorded per folder.
Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder.
a Current folder b Current file number c Total number of recorded files in the folder
Press the REC button to start recording.
The record/play indicator light glows red. Turn the built-in stereo microphone in the direction to be recorded. The display changes depending on the recording mode ( P.20).
d Current recording mode e Recording time f Memory remaining indicator (E/F bar) (The bar indicates remaining memory) g Level meter (varies according to the sound volume being recorded)
Display in the monaural recording mode
Display in the stereo recording mode
Press the STOP button to stop recording.
You can change the display patterns ( P.36). The displays indicated in this manual are default.
To ensure recording from the beginning, start speaking after you see the red record/play indicator light on. A beep will sound when remaining recording time reaches 60 seconds, 30 seconds, and 10 seconds while recording. When remaining recording time is less than 60 seconds, the record/play indicator light starts flashing in red. When the recording time is decreasing to 30 or 10 seconds, the light flashes faster. Memory Full or Folder Full will be displayed when the memory or folder capacity is full. Delete any unnecessary files before recording any further ( P.70).

Pause Press the REC button while recording. Rec Pause will flash on the display.
The recorder will time out after 1 hour when left in Rec Pause.
Resume Recording Press the REC button again. Recording will resume at the point of interruption.
Listening While Audio is Recorded (Recording Monitor)

To EAR (earphone) jack

If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the EAR jack on the recorder, you can hear the sound being recorded. The sound volume on the recording monitor can be adjusted by pressing the VOL (+) or VOL () button.
Connect the earphone to the EAR jack on the recorder
After recording is started, you can hear the sound being recorded
through the earphone. If the earphone is connected, no sound will come from the speaker.

.... Notes

Recording level cannot be controlled using the volume button. When using the earphones, do NOT set the volume too high. Listening at very high volume may lead to hearing loss.
Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA)
When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the threshold level. The VCVA feature extends recording time and conserves memory by stopping recording during silent periods, which helps the playback to be more efficient.
Press and hold the OK button for 1 second or longer.
The menu opens ( P.38, 74).
Press the + or button to choose VCVA.
The VCVA setup process begins.
Press the + or button to choose between On and Off.
On: Off: Will start recording in VCVA mode. Will resume recording in normal mode.
Press the OK or 0 button to complete the setup screen. Press the STOP or 0 button to close the menu.
When On is selected, a VCVA indication will be displayed on the screen.
a VCVA (Variable Control Voice Actuator) indicator

e Actuator

When the sound volume is lower than the preset threshold sound level, recording automatically stops after 1 sec approximately, and Standby flashes on the display. The record/play indicator light glows red when recording starts and flashes when recording pauses.
Adjust the Start/Stop Actuation Level
Press the 9 or 0 button to adjust the pause sound level during recording.
The VCVA level can be set to any of 15 different values. The higher the value, the more sensitive the recorder to sounds. At the highest value, even the faintest sound will activate recording. The VCVA pause sound level can be adjusted according to the ambient (background) noise.
a Level meter (varies according to the sound volume being recorded) b Start level (moves to the right/left according to the set level)
The start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the selected microphone sensitivity mode ( P.21). If the starting level is not adjusted within 2 seconds, the display will return to the previous. If the surrounding noise is loud, the starting sensitivity of the VCVA can be adjusted according to the recording situation. To ensure successful recordings, prior testing and adjustment of the start/stop actuation level is recommended.

Recording Modes (Rec Mode)
The recording mode can be chosen from ST HQ (stereo high quality sound recording), HQ (high quality sound recording), SP (standard recording), and LP (long-term recording).
Rec Mode will be displayed on the screen ( P.38, 74).
The recording mode setup process begins.
Press the + or button to choose from ST HQ, HQ, SP and LP. Press the OK or 0 button to complete the setup screen. Press the STOP or 0 button to close the menu.

a Record mode indicator

When a meeting and lecture is to be recorded clearly, set other than LP mode to record. When the monaural microphone is inserted into the microphone jack in ST HQ mode, the sound will be recorded only in the L channel.
Microphone Sensitivity (Mic Sense)
Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs.
The menu opens ( P.38,74).
Press the + or button to choose Mic Sense.
The microphone sensitivity setup process begins.
Press the + or button to choose between Conf and Dict.
Conf: High-sensitivity mode that records sounds in all directions. Dict: Low-sensitivity mode suited for dictation.
a Microphone sensitivity display
When the speakers voice is to be recorded clearly, set to Dict (dictation) mode and move the built-in stereo microphone close to the speakers mouth (5 to 10 cm / 2 to 4 inches) and record. If the ambient (background) noise is too loud to get a clear recording even in Dict (dictation) mode, we recommend that you use an ME12 single directional microphone (sold separately).
Recording from External Microphone or Other Devices
The external microphone and other devices can be connected and the sound can be recorded. Connect as follows by the device to be used.

To MIC (microphone) jack

Recording with External Microphone
Connect the external microphone to the microphone jack of the recorder.
When the external microphone is connected to the microphone jack of the recorder, the built-in microphone will not operate. Applicable External Microphones (optional) G Noise-cancellation monaural microphone: ME12 (Dictation microphone)
This microphone is used to record your own voice while minimizing surrounding noise and suits for voice recognition.
G Tie clip microphone: ME15 (monaural)
Small concealing microphone with a tie-clip.
G Telephone pickup: TP7 (monaural)
Earphone type microphone can be plugged into your ear while phoning. The voice or conversation over the phone can be clearly recorded.
G Stereo microphone: ME51S
The high fidelity of the recording, which only stereo can perform. Furthermore, it gives clear sound quality with less noise. Stereo recording is possible only when it is set to ST HQ mode.

ophone

To audio output terminal of other devices
Recording the Sound of Other Devices with This Recorder

The sound can be recorded when connecting to the audio output terminal (earphone jack) of the other device, and the microphone jack of the recorder with the connecting cord (optional KA333)( P.84) for dubbing.

VOLUME

To audio input terminal of other devices
Recording the Sound of This Recorder with Other Devices
The sound of this recorder can be recorded to other devices when connected to the audio input terminal (microphone jack) of other devices and the earphone jack of this recorder, with the connecting cord (optional KA333) for dubbing.
The input level cannot be adjusted on this recorder. When you connect the recorder to an external device, execute a test recording and adjust the output level of the external device. A microphone with plug-in power, which receives the power supply from this recorder, can be used. Please do not insert/remove the cord to/from the jack of this recorder while recording. When the external stereo microphone is inserted while set in HQ, SP, and LP modes, it enables recording only with the L channel microphone. When the monaural microphone is inserted into the microphone jack in ST HQ mode, the sound will be recorded only in the L channel.

Playing

Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder. Press the 9 or 0 button to choose the file that you want to play.
If you keep pressing the 9 or 0 button in stop mode, the recorder continuously skips to the beginnings of files.
Press the PLAY button to start playback.
The record/play indicator light glows green.
a Play position bar indicator b Current playback time c Total recording time of the file being played
Press the + or button to select the proper sound volume.
The display shows the volume level. You can choose between 0 and 30.

d Volume level meter

Press the STOP button at any point you want to stop the playback.
Resume playback by pressing PLAY button again.
Changing Playing Speed (Slow Playback/Fast Playback) Press the PLAY button once while playing a file. You can change the playing speed.
Normal speed Slow Playback (-25%) Fast Playback (+50%)
As in normal playback, operations such as playback stop, file cueing, and index mark ( P.32) insertion are possible in slow playback and fast playback. When the slow playback mode is selected, the S.Play appears and, for the fast playback mode, F.Play appears on the display while the recorder is playing back. The recorder stops playing when you press the STOP button while playing back in the slow/fast mode, or when it reaches to the end of the file. If you press the STOP button once and start playback again, the recorder will play back files in normal speed as well. During fast playback/slow playback, it will be played back in monaural even though the file was recorded in ST HQ mode.

While in Stop or Playback Mode

Press the OK button.

Each time the OK button is pressed, the recorder will display 1 to 3 repeatedly. If there is no file, remaining recording time will be displayed. 1 File length
(Count up indicator) Indicates the length of the file and playback elapsed time with the bar and counting up.

2 File length

(Count down indicator) Indicates the length of the file and the remaining playback time with the bar and counting down.

3 Time stamp

Shows the time that the file was recorded.

While in Stop Mode

Press and hold the STOP button.
While the STOP button is being pressed down, 1 and 2 will be alternately displayed every second and will return to the previous display when the STOP button is released. 1 Memory remaining
(Remaining time indicator) Displays the remaining time available for recording with the numbers and remaining memory E/F bar.

2 Memory remaining

(Remaining memory indicator) Displays the remaining memory available for recording with the numbers and remaining memory E/F bar.

While in Record Mode

Each time the OK button is pressed, 1 and 2 will be alternately displayed. 1 Recording level meter
(Count up indicator) Displays the audio input level with the meter at the bottom, remaining memory with the E / F bar and recording elapsed time with the counter.

2 Recording level meter

(Count down indicator) Displays the audio input level with the meter at the bottom, remaining memory with the E / F bar and remaining recording time with the count down.
While in Recording in VCVA Mode
Each time the OK button is pressed, 1 and 2 will be alternately displayed. 1 VCVA recording level meter
(Count up indicator) Displays the audio input level and start level with the meter at the bottom, remaining memory with the E / F bar and recording elapsed time with the counter. (Displays in Standby if it has not reached to the VCVA start level).
2 VCVA recording level meter
(Count down indicator) Displays the audio input level and start level with the meter at the bottom, remaining memory with the E / F bar and remaining recording time with the count down. (Displays in Standby if it has not reached to the VCVA start level).

Menu List (VOICE Mode)

Rec Mode

(P.20)

ST HQ HQ SP LP Conf Dict On O ff
Mic sense setting. Selection between Conf (high-sensitivity mode) and Dict (low-sensitivity mode). VCVA setting. Switch between On (enabled) and Off (disabled). Selection from ST HQ, HQ, SP and LP modes.

Mic Sense

(P.21)

(P.18)

Sub Menu

(P.75)

: : : :
Press the + or button. Press the OK or 9 button. Press the OK or 0 button. Press the 0 button.
: Press the OK button. : Press and hold the OK button for 1 second or longer. : Initial setting.

Precautions on Using the Recorder Connected to a PC
G When you are downloading a file from the recorder or uploading a file to the recorder, do not remove the USB connecter even if the screen is indicating you can. Data is still being transferred while the record/play indicator light and USB access indicator light are blinking in red. When removing the USB connecter, be sure to follow the description in P.43. If the USB connecter is removed before the drive is stopped, data may not be successfully transferred. G On a PC, do not format the drive of the recorder. Initialization is not successfully achieved on a PC. For initialization, follow the instructions in the Sub Menu screen of the recorder ( P.79). G Never make an operation such as deleting, moving or changing the name of this recorder s 5 voice folders (DSS_FLDA to DSS_FLDE), music folders (Music) or management files in each folder using the file management tool such as Explorer. The order of files may be changed or files may become unrecognizable.

Operating Environment

G Data can be written or uploaded to the recorder even though the attribute of the recorder drive is shown as read only by the operating system of the PC. G As the noise may cause adverse effects on electronics devices nearby the recorder, unplug the external microphone and earphone when you connect the recorder to a PC. PC: IBM PC/AT compatible PC Operating System: Microsoft Windows Me/ 2000 Professional/XP Professional, Home Edition USB port: One free port Others: Internet environment when accessing to the music information site.
Saving Files in Your PC/Operating Environment
USB ports are not supported on PCs running Windows 95, 98 or that have been upgraded from Windows 95, 98 to any other OS.

Connecting to Your PC

Slide the HOLD switch to the hold side, turn the recorder off.
The display will turn off.
Detach the battery compartment pressing the RELEASE button of the rear side. Connect the recorder s USB terminal to a PC USB port or USB hub.
Remote is displayed on recorder if the USB is connected. Launch My computer, in the window, the recorder will appear as a removable disk.
Transfer the audio files to your computer.
The 5 folders of this recorder are displayed as DSS_FLDA, DSS_FLDB, DSS_FLDC, DSS_FLDD and DSS_FLDE, and the recorded voice files are saved in WMA format in these files. You can copy them to any folder on your computer. While transmitting data, Busy is displayed, and the record/play indicator light and USB access indicator light flashes red. If you double-click on the file, Windows Media Player will be launched and playback will start.

!@ 0 Volume slider ! Shuffle/Repeat button @ Fast Forward button

Windows Media Player 9

Features taskbar Seek slider Rewind button Play button
Stop button Previous button Next button Mute button
9 Volume slider 0 Quick Access box ! Fast Forward button

Copying Music from CD

Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive and start Windows Media Player. From the Features taskbar, click the [Rip] menu.
For Windows Media Player 9 From the Features taskbar, click the [Copy from CD] menu.
Click the [View Album Info].
If Internet connectivity is available, CD information is searched.
Put a check mark on the music file that you want to copy. Click the [Rip Music].
For Windows Media Player 9 Click the [Copy Music]. Files copied to a PC are stored in WMA format. Music files copied are categorized by artist, album, genre, etc. and added to the play list.
Transferring Music File to the Recorder
You can transfer the music files saved in your PC to this recorder. For how to copy the music files from the CD to your PC, see Copying Music from CD ( P.47).
Connect the recorder to a PC and start Windows Media Player. From the Features taskbar, click the [Sync]. From the pull down menu on the left side window, select the play list to be transferred to the recorder and put the check marks on the music file that you want to transfer.
The order of music pieces can be changed by Drag & Drop of the music file in the play list displayed.
From the pull down menu on the right side window, select the drive corresponding to the recorder.
The recorder is recognized as a Removable Disk.
Click on the upper right corner and set the synchronization options.
Click on the [Create folder hierarchy on device] to check.* The folder with artist name or album name is automatically created. This will make you find the file you want to listen to more easily. * If [Create folder hierarchy on device] is checked by default, click to uncheck the box once, and click it again to check.

Click the [Start Sync].

The file is transferred to the recorder. The music file transferred to the recorder is displayed in Item on Device.
After transferring a language-learning file to the music folder, if you further transfer or copy the file to your desired voice folder (DSS_FLDA to DSS_FLDE) using a software like Explorer, you can use the functions such as partial repeat, fast playback, slow playback, and previous playback.

Connect the recorder to a PC and start Windows Media Player. From the Features taskbar, click the [Copy to CD or Device] menu. Select the play list to be transferred to the recorder and put the check marks on the music file that you want to transfer.
From Item on Device, select the drive corresponding to the recorder.
The recorder is recognized as a removable disk.
Select the destination folder. To transfer to Root folder
The empty column part of the item on the device (Root of the drive) is selected.
To transfer to Music folder
Select the Music folder. Creating the Artist name folder or Album name folder beforehand will make the file management easier (The folders can be created in up to 2 layers in the Music folder.) ( P.51).

empty column part

To transfer to the voice folder
Select a folder from DSS_FLDA to DSS_FLDE. (Functions such as partial repeat, fast playback, slow playback and auto backspace review, available. They are useful for learning languages.)

Click the [Copy].

The file is transferred to the recorder. The music file transferred to the recorder is displayed in Item on the window.
Copying the music files with DRM purchased online music distribution service to a portable device such as this recorder may be restricted. Refer to the online help of Windows Media Player for details. If the music files are transferred to the recorder until it reaches to the maximum memory, the message Cannot make the system file. Connect to PC and delete unnecessary file may appear on this recorders display. In such a case, erase the files to make free space (hundreds of KB to dozens of MB depending on the music file sizes) for the management file. (The more capacity for the management file will be necessary as the number of the music files increases.)

About the Music Folders

This recorder can save the music files (WMA, MP3 files) transferred from the PC in the 2 music folders, the original Root folder and its subsidiary Music folder. Also, this recorder can create the folders in up to 2 layers within the Music folder. It is convenient to manage the multiple albums with the same artist name. Up to 199 files can be saved in each folder. Folder File

First layer

Second layer
(Music File A) (Music File B) (Music File C)
(Music File D) (Music File E)
(Music File F) (Music File G)
Up to 128 folders including Root and Music folders can be operated on this recorder. When using Windows Media Player 10, click [Start Sync] instead of setting the synchronization options. All the files will be transferred to the part A above ( P.48).
Selecting the Folders and Files

Setting the HOLD switch to the HOLD position. If you set the recorder to HOLD status by sliding the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow, the current conditions will be preserved, and all buttons and switches except the HOLD switch will be disabled. This feature is useful when the recorder has to be carried in a bag or pocket. Remember to reset the HOLD switch when using the recorder.
If you switch to the Hold mode during stop status, the display will be turned off. Pressing any button during this status will make the clock display flash for 2 seconds, but will not operate the recorder. If HOLD is applied during playback (recording), operation is disabled with the playback (recording) state unchanged. (When playback has ended and the recording has ended due the remaining memory being used up, it will be in the stop state.)

Menu Setting Method

Each item of the menu list ( P.38, 68) can be set by the following method.

Menu Setting

The menu opens ( P.38, 68).
Press the + or button to move to the item to be set.
Moves to the setting of the selected item. When Sub Menu is selected, move to the item of the sub menu ( P.38, 68, 75). Press the 0 button to return to the previous page.
Press the + or button to change the setting.

Sub Menu Setting

The menu opens ( P.38, 68, 74).
Press the + or button to choose Sub Menu.

The sub menu opens.

Moves to the setting of the selected item. Press the 0 button to return to the previous page.

System Sounds (Beep)

The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of errors. System sounds may be turned off.
Press the + or button in the sub menu screen, and select the Beep.
The system sound setup process begins.

Backlight (Backlight)

The recorder display backlight is On by default. The display will remain lit for about 10 seconds when a button on the recorder is pressed.
Press the + or button in the sub menu screen, and select the Backlight.
The backlight setup process begins.
On: Backlight is enabled. Off: Backlight is disabled.
LCD Contrast Adjustment (Contrast)
Display contrast can be adjusted in 12 levels.
Press the + or button in the sub menu screen, and select the Contrast.
The LCD display contrast setup process begins.
Press the + or button to set the contrast level.

Other Information

Alarm Message List

Message

Battery Low File Protected Index Full Index Cant Be Entered

Meaning

Low battery power Erase-locked Index full File not supporting index

Explanation

Battery power is getting low. Tried to delete a locked file. The file is full of index marks (maximum of 16 marks). Tried to incorporate WMA file index marks into the music files or the files not recorded with the recorder. The folder is full of files (maximum of 199 files). Error in the internal memory.

Action

Replace with new battery ( P.10). Unlock the file ( P.34). Erase index marks that are no longer required ( P.32). You can incorporate index marks into the voice files recorded with the recorder or IC recorders from Olympus only. Erase unnecessary files ( P.70). This is a malfunction, so go to the store where you purchased the recorder or an Olympus service station for repair ( P.87). Delete the file ( P.70). Erase unnecessary files ( P.70). Select another folder. Reformat the memory ( P.79).

Folder Full Memory Error

Folder full Error in the internal flash memory Illegally copied file Zero remaining memory No file Formatting error
Licence Mismatch Memory Full No File Format Error
The music files copied illegally. No remaining internal memory. No files were found in the folder. There was an error while formatting the recorder's memory. Tried to erase the file that is set to read-only on the PC.

Read Only File

This file is readonly
Cancel the read-only setting of the file on the PC.

Troubleshooting

Symptom
Nothing appears on the display

Probable cause

The battery is not loaded properly. The battery is dead. The recorder is in HOLD mode. The recorder is in HOLD mode. The battery is dead.
Verify polarity is correct. Replace with new battery ( P.10). Release the recorder from HOLD ( P.11, 73). Release the recorder from HOLD ( P.11,73). Replace with new battery ( P.10). Erase unnecessary files ( P.70). Check another folder. Switch to VOICE mode ( P.14). Unplug the earphones to use the internal speaker. Adjust the VOL(+ or -) button ( P.24). Unlock the file ( P.34). Cancel the read-only setting of the file on the PC. Move the recorder.

Wont start

Unable to record
Low remaining internal flash memory. The maximum number of files has been reached.
MUSIC mode is active. No playback tone The earphone is connected. heard Unable to erase Noise heard during playback The VOL(+ or -) button is set to 0. The file is locked. The file is read-only. The recorder was shaken during recording. The recorder was placed near a cell phone or fluorescent light while recording or during playback. The microphone sensitivity is too low.

Recording level too low Unable to set index marks
Set the microphone sensitivity to Conf mode and try again ( P.21). Erase unnecessary index marks ( P.32). Unlock the file ( P.34). Cancel the read-only setting of the file on the PC. Copy the music file into the Root folder or Music folder. Switch to MUSIC mode ( P.14). Switch to VOICE mode ( P.14). Switch to the right folder.
The maximum number of index marks (16) has been reached. The file is locked. The file is read-only. The destination folder for downloading was other than the Root folder or Music folder. VOICE mode is active. MUSIC mode is active. Wrong folder.
Cannot find the downloaded file Cannot find the recorded voice

Accessories (optional)

Stereo microphone: ME51S
The high fidelity of the recording, which only stereo can perform. Furthermore, it gives clear sound quality with less noise.
Noise-cancellation monaural microphone: ME12
(Dictation microphone) Used to get crisp recordings of your own voice by reducing the effects of ambient noise. This is useful microphone and suits for voice recognition.
Ni-MH rechargeable battery and charger set: BC400 (Europe only)
BC400 comes with an Ni-MH rechargeable battery charger(BU-400) and 4 Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (BR401) as a pack. This charger can quick charge Olympus AA or AAA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries.
Ni-MH rechargeable battery: BR401
High-efficiency rechargeable long life batteries.
Tie clip microphone: ME15
(Monaural) Small concealing microphone with a tie-clip.

Telephone pickup: TP7

Connecting cord: KA333
Connecting cord which has stereo mini-plugs (3.5) with resistance at both ends. Use to connect from the earphone jack output of the recorder to the microphone input jack when recording. Converting plug adapters (PA331/PA231) which convert to the monaural mini plug (3.5) or monaural mini mini plug (2.5) are also enclosed.

Specifications

For the Digital Voice Recorder
Recording format WMA (Windows Media Audio) Input level 70 dBv Sampling frequency ST HQ mode: 44.1 kHz HQ mode: 44.1 kHz SP mode: 22 kHz LP mode: 8 kHz Overall frequency response ST HQ mode: 100Hz to 15 kHz HQ mode: 100Hz to 12 kHz SP mode: 100Hz to 5 kHz LP mode: 100Hz to 3 kHz Recording time WS-320M (1 GB) ST HQ mode: Approx. 35 hours 25 minutes HQ mode: Approx. 70 hours 50 minutes SP mode: Approx. 139 hours 30 minutes LP mode: Approx. 277 hours 20 minutes WS-310M (512 MB) ST HQ mode: Approx. 17 hours 40 minutes HQ mode: Approx. 35 hours 20 minutes SP mode: Approx. 69 hours 30 minutes LP mode: Approx. 138 hours 15 minutes WS-300M (256 MB) ST HQ mode: Approx. 8 hours 45 minutes HQ mode: Approx. 17 hours 30 minutes SP mode: Approx. 34 hours 35 minutes LP mode: Approx. 68 hours 45 minutes Alkaline battery life Recording: Approx. 11 hours (Stereo) Approx. 15 hours (Monaural) Playback: Approx. 7 hours (Stereo) Approx. 7 hours (Monaural) Ni-MH rechargeable battery life Recording: Approx. 9 hours (Stereo) Approx. 12 hours (Monaural) Playback: Approx. 6 hours (Stereo) Approx. 6 hours (Monaural)

For the Digital Music Player
Compatible data format WMA, MP3 format Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz Frequency band 20Hz to 20kHz Playback time WS-320M (1 GB) Approx. 13 hours 20 minutes to 45 hours 20 minutes WS-310M (512 MB) Approx. 6 hours 40 minutes to 22 hours 40 minutes WS-300M (256 MB) Approx. 3 hours 20 minutes to 11 hours 20 minutes (Time may vary depending on the bit rate of the music data.) Maximum headphone output 5mW + 5mW (at load of 22 ) Alkaline battery life WMA: Approx. 14 hours MP3: Approx. 16 hours Ni-MH rechargeable battery life WMA: Approx. 11 hours MP3: Approx. 12 hours

Common Specifications

Recording medium Built-in NAND FLASH memory 1 GB (WS-320M) 512 MB (WS-310M) 256 MB (WS-300M) Speaker Built-in 18 mm round dynamic speaker MIC jack 3.5, impedance 2k EAR jack 3.5, impedance 8 or more Maximum working output (3 V DC) 70 mW or more (8 speaker) Input power requirement Rated voltage: 1.5 V Batteries: AAA battery (LR03 , R03 or ZR03) or Ni-MH rechargeable battery External dimensions 94.8 x 38.2 x 11 mm (without protrusions) Weight 46 g (including alkaline battery) * Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. * Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the conditions of use.
Technical Assistance And Support
The following is contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only. N Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 N User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus.com N Technical Hotline Number in Europe Toll free number 00 available for Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom Charged numbers for the Rest of Europe ++N User Support E-mail address in Europe dss.support@olympus-europa.com