Introduction DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER

hInserting Batteries

1Lightly press down on the arrow and slide the battery cover open.
5Press the + or button to set.

hLCD Display Information

You can select an option for the display of the recorder. This will help review and confirm different recorder settings and file information.
hLocating the Beginning of the File
While the recorder is during playback mode (playback or playback in slow/fast mode), press the 9 or 0 button.
Jumps to the beginning of the next file or the file being played back.

INSTRUCTIONS

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Follow the same steps by pressing the 9 or 0 button to elect the next item, and press the + or button to set.

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6Press the PLAY/OK (`) button to complete the setup screen. 2Insert two size-AAA alkaline batteries, observing the correct polarity.

State of the recorder

While in stop mode

Operation

Press and hold the STOP (4) button Press the DISP/ MENU button Press the DISP/ MENU button

Display

While holding the button down, Remaining recording time and Remaining memory are displayed. Each press switches the display in the order of Recording elapsed time, Remaining recording time and Recording level meter. Each press switches the display in the order of Playback elapsed time, Remaining playback time, Date of recording and Time at recording.
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The clock will start from the set date and time. Press the PLAY/OK (`) button according to the time signal.

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While in record mode While in stop mode or playback mode
Note: If there is an index mark or temp mark in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location.
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for information about using the product correctly and safely. Keep the instructions handy for future reference. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.
7Press the STOP (4) button to close the menu mode.
This completes the time and date setup procedure.
3Close the battery cover completely.

hSafe and Proper Usage

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Before using your new recorder, read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference. The warning symbols indicate important safety related information. To protect yourself and others from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided.
When the HOLD switch is set to the direction of the arrow, the display is turned off after [HOLD] is displayed. Follow the next step without regard to it.
Notes: You can choose between 12 and 24 hour display by pressing the DISP/MENU button while setting the hour and minute. You can change the order of the date indication by pressing the DISP/MENU button while you are setting the year, month, or day.
hChanging the Playback Speed

Playback

hPlayback
1Press the FOLDER/INDEX button to select the desired folder.
While the recorder is during playback mode, press the PLAY/OK ( `) button to change the playback speed.
Normal speed Slow Playback (-25%) Fast Playback (+50%)
An optional Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery (BR401) from Olympus can be used for the recorder.

Recording

hNotes on the Folders
The recorder provides five folders, [F], [G], 1 [I] and [ ]. To [H], change the folder selection, press the FOLDER/INDEX button while 2 the recorder is stopped. 3 Note: Up to a total of 200 files can be recorded in each folder. 4

Current folder a

Replacing the Batteries:
When [N] appears on the display, replace the batteries as soon as possible. Size-AAA alkaline batteries are recommended. When the batteries are depleted, [O] appears on the display, and the recor-der shuts off. To replace the battery, make sure that you set the HOLD switch to the opposite direction of the arrow before replacing.
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Getting Started

hIdentification of Parts
1 Built-in Microphone 2 MIC (Microphone) jack 3 HOLD switch 4 USB terminal 5 STOP (4) button 6 PLAY/OK (`) button (Rewind) button 8 Battery cover 9 FOLDER/INDEX button
2Press the 9 or 0 button to select the file to playback.
Notes: When the slow playback mode is selected, the [J] appears and, for the fast playback mode, [K] appears on the display. Even if playback is stopped, the changed playback speed will be retained. The next playback will be at that speed.

For customers in North and South America:
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: VN-6200PC/VN-5200PC/VN-3200PC Trade Name: DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER Responsible Party: OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC. Address: 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610,U.S.A. Telephone Number: 1-888-553-4448 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.
jack ! Display (LCD panel) @ Record/play indicator light # REC (s) button $ + button ! % 9 (Fast Forward) button ^ button & DISP/MENU button @ * ERASE (s) button ( Strap hole

EAR (Earphone)

hPower Supply
Power on: Slide the HOLD switch in the direction opposite that indicated by the arrow. Power off: Slide the HOLD switch in the direction indicated by the arrow while the recorder is not in operation.

hRecording

1Pre ss t he F O L D E R / INDEX button to select the desired folder.

a Current folder

3Press the PLAY/OK (`) button to start playback.
You can easily erase unnecessary files. Sequential file numbers are reassigned automatically.
Standby Mode and Display Shut Off:
If the recorder is stopped for 5 minutes or longer during recording or playing, it goes into Standby (power-save) mode, and the display shuts off. To exit Standby mode and turn on the display, press any button.

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The record/play indicator light turns green, and the elapsed playing time is indicated on the display. a urrent file number C b laying time P
hErasing One File at a Time

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1Press the FOLDER/INDEX button to select folder.

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2Press the REC (s) button to start recording.
The record/play indicator light turns red, and recording starts. If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the earphone jack on the recorder, you can hear the sound being recorded. The sound volume on the recording monitor can be adjusted by pressing the + or button. b urrent recording mode C c urrent file number C d ecording time R e emaining recording time R f ecording level meter R
4Press the + or button to select the proper sound volume.
The display shows the volume level. You can choose between [00] to [30].
Setting the HOLD switch to the direction of the arrow holds the current status, and all button operations are disabled. Remember to release the HOLD switch to use the recorder.

hCanceling Playback

To Stop:
Press the STOP (4) button.
The recorder stops in the middle of the file being played.

2Press the 9 or 0 button to select the file to be erased. 3Press the ER ASE ( s ) button.

aFile to be erased

Strap is not supplied. Use the optional accessory.
hSetting Time and Date [Time & Date]

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If you have set the time and date, information as to when a sound file was recorded is stored automatically with that file. When you install batteries for the first time or each time you replace the batteries, the Month indication will flash. In such a case, be sure to set the time and date by following steps 4 through 6 described below.
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FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

To Resume Playback:
4Press the 9 button to select [Start]. 5Press the PLAY/OK (`) button.

Display (LCD panel):

1Press and hold the DISP/MENU button for 1 second or longer to go to the main menu.
3Press the STOP (4) button to stop recording.
New recordings are saved as the last file in the folder.
Press the PLAY/OK (`) button again.
Playback will resume at the point of interruption.

Canadian RFI:

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Cet appareil numrique ne dpasse pas les limites de la Catgorie B pour les missions de bruit radio manant dappareils numriques, tel que prvu dans les Rglements sur lInterfrence Radio du Dpartement Canadien des Communications. 6 7

Erase:

File Erase!
hForwarding and Rewinding
2Press the 9 or 0 button to select [Sub Menu]. 3Press the PLAY/OK (`) 1 button. 2

hTo Pause Recording

To Pause:

Fast Forward:

While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 9 button.
When you release the 9 button, the recorder will resume normal playback.
hErase All Files from a Folder
1 Folder indicator 2 [ ] icrophone sensitivity M 2 indicator 3 [ ] ariable Control Voice V Actuator indicator [ ] ecord mode indicator R 7 [K] ast playback indicator F [J] low playback indicator S

3 Guide indicator 4Character information display Recording level meter 5Battery indicator 6Erase lock indicator 7Current file number
[Time & Date] appears on the 3 display, and [ ] flashes.

Time & Date

1Pre ss t he F O L D E R / INDEX button to select the folder to be erased.

aFolder to be erased

While the recorder is during recording mode, press the REC (s) button.
[Rec Pause] appears on the display.
4Press the 9 or 0 button to select the item to set.

Rec Pause

Rewind:
When you release the 0 button, the recorder will resume normal playback. Notes: The recorder pauses when it reaches to the end of the file during fast forwarding or fast rewinding. Pressing and holding it continues fast-forwarding or fast-rewinding. If there is an index mark or temp mark in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location.
While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 0 button.

To Resume Recording:

2Press the ER ASE ( s ) button twice.
Select the item from Month, Day, Year, Hour and Minute with a f lashing point.
Press the REC (s) button again.
Recording will resume at the point of interruption.

Cancel

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3Press the 9 button to select [Start]. 4Press the PLAY/OK (`) button.
4Press the 9 or 0 button to select the setting.

hLocking Files [Lock]

Mode: HQ
Locking a file keeps important data from being accidentally erased. Locked files are not erased when you choose to erase all files from a folder.
6Press the 9 button again to select [Start]. 7Press the PLAY/OK (`) button.

Erase lock indicator

hConnecting to Your PC
Apart from using this unit as a recorder, you can use it as an external memory for your computer, as a storage device. The audio files recorded by this recorder can be played back on your computer using Windows Media Player. You can also transfer the WMA files downloaded with Windows Media Player to your recorder and enjoy them (excluding files with copyright protection).
To go to the main menu screen after the sub menu setting, select [Main Menu] from the sub menu screen.
Formatting begins and [Format Done] displays when formatting ends.

In Menu mode selection: Lock: Off Lock: On

All Erase!

Erase Done
5Press the PLAY/OK (`) button to confirm the setting. 6Press the STOP (4) button to close the menu.
Notes: An erased file cannot be restored. The file set to erase lock will not be erased. If operation is not executed for 8 seconds during the setting, it will return to the stop status. Completion of erasing may take several seconds. Do not attempt to remove, replace battery or attempt any other functions on the voice recorder during this period because data may be corrupted.

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Format!

Format Done
1Connect the recorders USB terminal to a PC USB port or USB hub.
Once [Remote] is displayed, you can save or read the data.
Do not store the recorder in places exposed to excessive moisture or dust. Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol and lacquer thinner to clean the unit. Do not place the recorder on top of or near electric appliances such as TVs or refrigerators. Avoid recording or playing back near cellular phones or other wireless equipment, as they may cause interference and noise. If you experience noise, move to another place, or move the recorder further away from such equipment. Avoid sand or dirt. These can cause irreparable damage. Avoid strong vibrations or shocks. Do not disassemble, repair or modify the unit yourself. Do not operate the unit while operating a vehicle (such as a bicycle, motorcycle, or gocart). Keep the unit out of the reach of children.

Battery

VWarning
Under no circumstances insert any other parts than the main unit into the battery compartment. This may result in battery leakage, overheating, fire or explosion. Battery should never be exposed to flame, heated, short-circuited or disassembled. Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other non-rechargeable battery. Never use any battery with a torn or cracked outer cover. Keep battery out of the reach of children. If you notice anything unusual when using this product such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor: 1 remove the battery immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and; 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for servicing.

hSystem Sounds [Beep]

Note: The recorder will stop if you leave it idle for 3 minutes during a menu setup operation, when a selected item is not applied. Informs a button operation or a wrong operation of the recorder by sound. System sounds may be turned off.
Notes: It may take up to a minure to finish the initialization. Do not remove the battery or detach the battery compartment from the recorder during that time. Otherwise data may be damaged. Never format the recorder from a PC. When the recorder is formatted, all the stored data, including locked files, are erased.

USB terminal

2Transfer the audio files to your computer.

Menu mode

hThe levels of the menu screen and the operation buttons [Main Menu/Sub Menu]
The setting can be switched by putting the recorder in menu mode.
In Menu mode selection: Beep: Off Beep: On
hRecording Modes [Rec Mode]
The recording mode can be chosen from [HQ] (high quality sound recording), [SP] (standard recording), and [LP] (long-term recording).
hViewing System Information [System]
You can check the recorder's information on the menu screen.

Recorders Version

Connect the recorder to your computer and launch Explorer. The recorder will be recognized as a removable disk. Each of the five folders is named as DSS_FLDA, B, C, D and E. The audio files are saved in these folders. All the audio files recorded by this recorder will be in WMA format. i.e.: VN-6200PC: VN620001.WMA VN-5200PC: VN520001.WMA VN-3200PC: VN320001.WMA If you are using Windows 2000, Windows Media Player must be installed on the PC.

Remote

Sending the date

Troubleshooting

N othing happens when a button is pressed. T he HOLD switch may be set to [HOLD] position. T he batteries may be depleted. T he batteries may be inserted incorrectly. N o sound or quiet sound is heard from the speaker while playing back. T he earphone plug may be plugged into the recorder. T he volume may be set to the minimum level. Recording is not possible. By pressing the STOP (4) button repeatedly while the recorder stops, check if the display shows: he remaining recording time in the selected folder may have reached [00:00]. T he number of files is 200. T Check if the display shows [Memory Full] by pressing the REC ( s ) button. Q4: The playback speed is too fast (slow). A4: he recorder may be set to fast (slow) Playback. T Q1: A1: Q2: A2: Q3: A3:

Step 1 Put the recorder in menu mode.
Step 4 Complete the menu mode setting.

In Menu mode selection:

Mode: HQ VN-6200PC VN-5200PC VN-3200PC
Approx. 70 h. 55min. Approx. 35 h. 20 min. Approx. 8 h. 40 min.

Current recording mode

hLED [LED]
You can set it so the Record/Play indicator light does not turn on.

Mode: SP

Approx. 139 h. 35 min. Approx. 69 h. 35 min. Approx. 17 h. 10 min

Mode: LP

Approx. 444 h. Approx. 221 h. 30 min. Approx. 54 h. 40 min.

Version : 1.00

In Menu mode selection: LED: Off LED: On
3Click the [ ] on the task bar located at the lowerright corner of the screen. Click [Safely Remove Hardware].
Step 2 Select the menu item in the main menu or sub menu screen.
Main menu screen Rec Mode

Receiving the data

Sub menu screen Format System Language Contrast LED Beep

Other Functions

hIndex Marks
If index marks are placed, you can quickly find a location you want to listen to in fast forward and fast rewind and when cuing a file.

Mic Sense VCVA Sub Menu

Main Menu Time & Date
Notes: The recording time shown above is for one continuous file. The available recording time may be shorter than specified if several files are recorded. (Use the remaining time and recorded time only as references.) The above-noted recording times indicate times after deletion of the manual data stored in the recorder.
hLCD Contrast Adjustment [Contrast]
Display contrast can be adjusted in 12 levels.
The menu item with REC mark can be set even during recording.
hMicrophone Sensitivity [Mic Sense]
Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet your recording needs.
You can adjust the LCD display contrast level from [01] to [12].
Microphone sensitivity indicator

Setting an Index Mark:

hUsing the recorder on your PC

Windows

Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista (Standard Installation)

Contrast:Level06

Step 3
Select the setting item in the setting screen.

Cancel the setting.

In Menu mode selection: Sense: Conf. ( g) Sense: Dict. (i)
Note: To ensure successful recording, make a test recording to select appropriate microphone sensitivity before recording.
hSet the Display Language [Language]

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You can select the display language for this recorder.
1While the recorder is during recording (pause r e c o r d i n g) o r p l ay back mode, press the FOLDER/INDEX button to set an index mark.

Specifications

Recording medium: Built-in flash memory Overall frequency: HQ mode: 200 to 13,000 Hz SP mode: 200 to 7,000 Hz LP mode: 200 to 3,000 Hz Recording time: VN-6200PC: 1 GB HQ mode: Approx. 70 h. 55 min. SP mode: Approx. 139 h. 35 min. LP mode: Approx. 444 h. VN-5200PC: 512 MB HQ mode: Approx. 35 h. 20 min. SP mode: Approx. 69 h. 35 min. LP mode: Approx. 221 h. 30 min. VN-3200PC: 128 MB HQ mode: Approx. 8 h. 40 min. SP mode: Approx. 17 h. 10 min. LP mode: Approx. 54 h. 40 min. Microphone: Electret Condenser Microphone (monaural) Speaker: Built-in 23 mm round dynamic speaker Maximum power: 250 mW Earphone jack (monaural): 3.5 mm diameter, impedance 8 Microphone jack (monaural): 3.5 mm diameter, impedance 2 k Power supply: Two AAA (LR03) batteries or Two Ni-MH rechargeable batteries Continuous battery: Alkaline batteries: Approx. 37 h. Ni-MH rechargeable batteries: Approx. 25 h. Dimensions: 102 (L) mm x 37 (W) mm x 18.8 (T) mm (without protrusions) Weight: 64.8 g (including battery)

Compatible PCs:

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Windows PCs equipped with more than one free USB port

Macintosh

Mac OS X 10.2.8 ~ 10.5 (Standard Installation)

DISP/MENU

Press and hold the button for 1 second or longer to put the recorder in menu mode.
Go to the setting screen from the main menu or sub menu screen. Confirm the item selected in the setting screen, PLAY/OK (`) and go back to the main menu or sub menu screen. Complete the menu mode setting. (If pressed while the setting screen is displayed, the item being selected will not be set.)
In Menu mode selection: Lang.: English Lang.: Franais Idioma: espaol

Clearing an Index Mark:

Apple Macintosh series equipped with more than one free USB port The support service will not cover if your PC has been updated from Windows 95 or 98 to Windows 2000/XP/Vista. Any failure on a self-modified PC will not be covered under the operational warranty. Notes: NEVER disconnect the USB while the record/play indicator light is flashing in red. If you do so, the data may be destroyed. Refer to the user's manual for your PC regarding the USB port or USB hub on your PC. As the noise may cause adverse effects on electronics devices nearby the recorder, unplug the earphone when you connect the recorder to a PC. Do not use USB connecting cables other than the supplied cable.

Switch the items of the setting screen in the main menu or sub menu screen. 0 or 9

STOP (4) or REC (s)

hUsing the Variable Control Voice Actuator [VCVA]
When the microphone senses that sound has reached a preset volume, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops it when the volume drops.

Lang. : English

VCVA indicator
hFormatting the Recorder [Format]
If you format the recorder, all files will be removed and all function settings will return to defaults except date and time settings. Transfer any important files to a computer before formatting the recorder.
1Locate the index you want to clear. 2Press the 9 or 0 button to select the index mark to delete. 3Press the ERASE (s) button.

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hBasic Operation of the Menu Mode
1While the recorder is during stop mode, press and hold the DISP/MENU button for 1 second or longer. 2Press the 9 or 0 to select the menu item.

VCVA: Off

VCVA: On

General Precautions

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Read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference. The warning symbols indicate important safety related informa tion. To protect yourself and others from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided.
The above-noted recording times indicate times
Adjust the Start/Stop Actuation Level:
Guide icon: Tells you the next button to use by flashing.
1While the recorder is during recording mode, press the 9 or 0 buttons to adjust the pause sound level.
The VCVA level can be set to any of 15 different values. a VCVA Level b Start level (moves to the right/left according to the set level)
1The Sub Menu opens. 2Press the 9 or 0 to select [Format]. 3Press the PLAY/OK ( `) 2 button. 6

Format: Cancel

Go to the setting screen of the selected menu item. To set the sub menu, select the [Sub Menu] from the main menu screen. And select and 1 set the menu item from 5 the 5 sub menu screen in the same 11 manner.
[ ] and [Cancel] flashes 7 alternately.
4Press the 9 button to select [Start]. 5Press the PLAY/OK ( `) button.
After the [Data All Cleared] message is on for 2 seconds, [Sure? Cancel] will turn on.
Notes: Index marks cannot be placed on files created on machines other than Olympus IC recorders, but temp marks can be placed instead to temporarily remember desired locations. Temp marks are temporary markings, so if you move to another file, or connect the recorder to a computer, they will be automatically erased. Up to 16 index and temp marks can be set in a file. Index or temp marks cannot be set or erased in a locked file.

Warning regarding data loss:
Recorded content in memory may be destroyed or erased by operating mistakes, unit malfunction, or during repair work. For important recorded content, we recommend you to write it down somewhere or make a back-up by downloading to a PC. Any liability for passive damages or damage of any kind occurred due to data loss incurred by a defect of the product, repair performed by the third party other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or any other reasons is excluded from Olympuss liability.
after deletion of the manual data stored in the recorder. The manual data can be deleted by connecting to a computer and deleting or by formatting the recorder. For details, please see Formatting the Recorder [Format]. Before deleting the data, please make a backup file of the PDF data of the manual. Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the conditions of use. Your recorded contents are for your personal use or pleasure only. It is prohibited to record copyrighted material without permission of the copyright holders according to copyright law. Specifications and design are subject to change without notice for improvement of performance.

Rec Mode

For safe and correct Usage

Sure?: Cancel

Use your earphones only after sufficiently reducing the volume of the earphones, otherwise hearing impairment and/or hearing disorders may occur. Do not use your earphone at a high volume for an extended period of time as hearing impairment and/or hearing disorders may occur. Be sure to stop the recorder before replacing the batteries. Unloading the batteries while the recorder is in use may corrupt the file. Do not leave the recorder in hot, humid locations such as inside a closed automobile under direct sunlight or on the beach in the summer.

hAccessories (Optional):

Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Charger: BU-400 (Europe only) Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery: BR401 Connecting cord (Earphone jack Microphone jack): KA333 - 12 Noise-Cancellation microphone:ME52 Electret condenser microphone: ME15 Dual monaural earphone: E20 Telephone pickup: TP7 Neck Strap: ST26
]: Press the PLAY/OK (`) button (Goes to the next screen). ] or [ ]: Press the 9 or 0 button (Changes the 44 item). a [
3Press the PLAY/OK (`) button.
Note: The record/play indicator light is lit during recording. When the recorder is in Standby mode, the Record/Play indicator light flashes and [VCVA] flashes on the display.

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