DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER

DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for information about using the product correctly and safely. Keep the instructions handy for future reference. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.

Introduction

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Table of contents

Safe and proper usage.. 4

4 Menu Setting

Menu setting method.. 36 + File Menu.. 38 , Rec Menu.. 38 - Play Menu.. 40. LCD/Sound Menu.. 43 / Device Menu.. 44 Rearranging files [Replace]. 45 Formatting the recorder [Format].. 46

1 Getting Started

Main features.. 6 Identification of parts.. 7 Display (LCD panel).. 8 Power supply... 10 Inserting batteries..10 Charging by connecting to a computer via USB...12 Turning on/off the power..13 HOLD.. 14 Setting time and date [Time & Date]. 15 Changing the time and date.16 [VOICE] mode and [MUSIC] mode...17 Notes on the folders. 18 About the folders for voice recordings..18 About the folder for music playback.19 Selecting the folders and files. 20
5 Using the Recorder on Your PC
Operating environment. 48 Connecting to your PC.. 50 Disconnecting from your PC.. 51 Transfer the voice files to your PC. 52 Using Windows Media Player. 53 Window names.. 53 Copying music from CD.. 54 Transferring music file to the recorder. 55 Copying voice file to the CD. 58 Using iTunes.. 60 Window names.. 60 Copying music from CD..61 Transferring music file to the recorder. 62 Copying voice file to the CD. 63 Using as external memory of the PC. 64

2 About Recording

Recording... 21 Microphone sensitivity.. 23 Recommended settings by recording condition..24 Recording from external microphone or other devices.. 25

6 Other Information

Alarm message list.. 65 Troubleshooting.. 66 Technical assistance and support. 68 Accessories (optional).. 68 Specifications.. 69

3 About Playback

Playback.. 27 Setting an index mark or a temp mark.31 How to begin segment repeat playback. 32 Erasing... 34

Safe and proper usage

Before using your new recorder, read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference. The warning symbols indicate important safety related information. To protect yourself and others from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided.

Do not operate the unit while operating a vehicle (such as a bicycle, motorcycle, or go-cart). Keep the unit out of the reach of children.
<Warning regarding data loss> Recorded content in memory may be destroyed or erased by operating mistakes, unit malfunction, or during repair work. It is recommended to back up and save important content to other media such as a computer hard disk. 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 the Olympuss liability.

General Precautions

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. 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.

Batterries

f Danger: Batteries should never be exposed to flame, heated, shortcircuited or disassembled. Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc. f Warning: Do not solder lead wires or terminals directly onto a battery or modify it. Do not connect the = and - terminals together. This may cause fire, overheating or electric shock.
When carrying or storing the batteries, be sure to put it in the provided case to protect its terminals. Do not carry or store the batteries with any metal objects (such as key rings). If this warning is not followed, fire, overheating or electric shock may occur. Do not connect the batteries directly to a power outlet or a cigarette lighter of an automobile. Do not insert the batteries with their = and - terminals reversed. If any liquid from a battery gets into your eyes, promptly wash it off with clean water and consult your doctor at once. Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other non-rechargeable batteries. Never use any batteries with a torn or cracked outer cover. Keep batteries 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 batteries immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and; 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service.

Do not use the batteries if you find something wrong with them such as leakage, color change or deformity. Unplug the charger if the charging is still incomplete after the specified time it should take. Should any batteries liquid get on skin or clothing, promptly wash it off with clean water. Keep batteries away from fire. f Caution: Do not subject batteries to strong shocks. When using rechargeable batteries that have not been used for a while, be sure to recharge them before use. Rechargeable batteries have limited lifetime. When the operating time becomes shorter even if the rechargeable battery is fully charged under the specified condition, replace it with a new one.
Do not expose the batteries to water. Do not allow water to contact the terminals. Do not remove or damage the batteries insulating sheet.

Getting Started

Main features
s Dual function recorder as a Digital Voice Recorder and a Digital Music Player ( P.17). s The recorder stores highly compressed WMA (Windows Media Audio) format voice messages in integrated flash memory ( P. 21). It can also play back MP3* (MPEG-1/MPEG-2 Audio Layer-3) and WAV* format files ( P. 27, P.53, P.60).
* For WS-510M, WS-500M only.
s You can change the playback equalizer settings ( P. 36, P. 41). s Connecting this recorder directly to the USB port links up with your PC. The data can be transferred or saved without USB cable or driver software ( P. 50).
This recorder is compatible with USB 2.0, enabling fast data transfer to a computer.
s It has a built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) function ( P. 36, P. 39). s The Low Cut Filter minimizes air conditioner noise and other similar noises while recording ( P. 36, P. 39). s A Noise Cancel function ( P. 36, P. 40) and a Voice Filter function ( P. 36, P. 40) cut noise and enable clear audio playback. s You can choose one of three stereo or three monaural recording modes ( P. 36, P. 38). s It has a backlight full-dot display (LCD panel) ( P. 8). s It features various repeat functions ( P. 32, P. 36, P. 41). s Index mark and temp mark features allow you to quickly find desired locations ( P. 31). s The playback speed can be controlled as preferred ( P. 36, P. 42). s It has built-in SRS WOW XT ( P. 36, P. 40).
s This USB storage class support recorder can be utilized as external memory to read and save the data ( P. 64).
By connecting the computer with the USB, pictures, text data, etc. can be saved, and utilized to carry data.
s It has a USB charging function ( P.12).

Identification of parts

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1 EAR (Earphone) jack 2 MIC (Microphone) jack 3 Built-in stereo microphone (L) 4 Built-in stereo microphone (R) 5 Recording indicator light 6 LIST button 7 Strap hole 8 Display (LCD panel) 9 Built-in speaker 0 + button ! RECs (Record) button @ 9 button

# MENU button $ button % INDEX/ERASE button ^ OK ` button & 0 button * STOP4 button ( Battery cover ) HOLD switch - Mode (VOICE/MUSIC) switch* MIC SENSE CONF/DICT switch** = USB connector slide lever q USB connector
* For WS-510M, WS-500M only. ** For WS-400S only.
Identification of parts Display (LCD panel)

Folder list display

" For WS-400S:
" For WS-510M/WS-500M:
When [VOICE] mode is selected: 1
1 [VOICE] mode indicator Record/ Playback status indicator Battery indicator 2 Folder name
When [MUSIC] mode is selected: File list display 3 4
When [VOICE] mode is selected: 1 2
1 [VOICE] mode indicator Record/ Playback status indicator Battery indicator 2 Folder name 3 [MUSIC] mode indicator Record/ Playback status indicator Battery indicator 4 Folder name
When [MUSIC] mode is selected: 3 4
1 Folder name Record/ Playback status indicator Battery indicator 2 File name 3 Folder name Record/ Playback status indicator Battery indicator 4 File name
When [MUSIC] mode is selected:

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1 Folder name Record/ Playback status indicator Battery indicator 2 File name

File display

1 File name Record/ Playback status indicator Battery indicator 2 Folder indicator Recording mode indicator 3 During recording mode:
Remaining memory bar indicator
When [VOICE] mode is selected: 9

During playback mode:

Playback position bar indicator
4 Recording date and time 5 [?] Microphone Sensitivity indicator [!] VCVA indicator [%] Noise Cancel indicator [$] Voice Filter indicator [0] Low Cut Filter indicator 6 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the folder

7 During recording mode:

Elapsed recording time

Power supply

Inserting batteries
This recorder can be used with either Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries or AAA Alkaline Batteries.

Elapsed playback time

8 During recording mode:

Remaining recording time

Identification of parts/Power supply
During playback or stop mode:

File length

1 Lightly press down on the arrow and slide the battery cover open.
9 Playback mode indicator 0 Title name ! Artist name @ Album name # Elapsed playback time $ [#] SRS WOW XT indicator ["] Equalizer indicator % Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the folder ^ File length & Playback mode indicator
2 Insert size-AAA alkaline battery, observing the correct = and - polarities.
When charging with the recorder, be sure to use the supplied specified Ni-MH rechargeable (BR401) batteries. The supplied rechargeable batteries are not fully charged. Before using the unit or after long periods of disuse, it is recommended that you continuously charge them until full ( P.12).

This recorder cannot charge rechargeable batteries.
3 Close the battery cover completely by pressing to the direction A, then sliding to the direction B.
If the hour indicator flashes in the display, see Setting time and date [Time & Date] ( P.15). Battery indicator The battery indicator on the display changes as the batteries loose power.
When [:] appears on the display, replace the batteries as soon as possible. When the batteries are too weak, [ ] and [Battery Low] appears on the display and the recorder shuts down. Notes Manganese batteries may not be used in this recorder. When changing batteries, AAA alkaline batteries or Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are recommended.
Be sure to stop the recorder before replacing the batteries. Unloading the batteries while the recorder is in use may cause a malfunction such as corrupting the file, etc. If you are recording into a file and the batteries run out, you will loose your currently recorded file because the file header will not be able to close. It is crucial to change the batteries once you see only one Hash mark in the battery indicator. If it takes longer than 1 minute to replace the dead batteries or if you take the batteries in and out repeatedly at short intervals, you may have to reset the time when you have loaded fresh batteries ( P.15). Remove the batteries if you are not going to use the recorder for an extended period of time. When playing a voice/music file, the recorder may be reset due to the reduction of the voltage output of the batteries depending on the volume level even if [8] is displayed in the battery indicator. In this case, lower the volume of the recorder. When replacing rechargeable batteries, be sure to use Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (optional). The use of other manufacturers' products can damage the recorder and should be avoided.
Power supply Charging by connecting to a computer via USB
3 While pressing the STOP 4 button, connect to the PCs USB port.
You can charge the batteries by connecting to a PC's USB port. When charging, be sure to correctly place the rechargeable batteries (supplied) into the recorder ( P.10). Do not charge the primary batteries such as alkaline or lithium batteries. It may cause battery leakage heating and recorder malfunction.
1 Boot the PC. 2 Slide the USB connector slide lever in the direction indicated by the arrow to eject the USB connector out of the recorder.
When charging the battery, press and hold the STOP 4 button until [Please Wait] is displayed.

About the folders for voice recordings
[Folder A] - [Folder E] are the folders for voice recordings. When recording with the recorder, select any one of the five folders and then record.
Recorder Notes on the folders
Folder A Folder B Folder C Folder D

003 004

Folder

Folder E 200

Each folder can store up to 200 files.
File names will be automatically created for files recorded by this recorder.

WS50 0001.WMA

1 User ID:
The user ID name that has been set on the Digital Voice Recorder.

2 File number:

A serial number automatically assigned by a Digital Voice Recorder.

3 Extension:

These are the file name extensions for the recording format when recording with this device. WMA format.WMA
About the folder for music playback
When transferring music files to the device using Windows Media Player, a folder is automatically created within the music playback folder which has a layered structure as shown in the diagram below. Music files that are in the same folder can be rearranged in preferential order and replayed ( P.45).

First layer Second layer

Artist 01

Album 01

001 002

Artist 02

Album 02 003

Artist 03

Album 03
Up to 128 folders can be created under the [Music] folder, including [Music].
Precautions for transferring music files:
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.57).
Selecting the folders and files
Change folders while the operation is stopped or played back. For information on the layered structure of the folders, see the section entitled Notes on the folders ( P.18, P.19). Operation of the folders for music playbacks:
Folder list display Folder list display (First layer) Folder list display (Second layer) File list display
Operation of the folders for voice recordings:
Folder list display File list display File display
Moving through the levels
File display LIST button OK `button Information of the selected file is displayed. Enters in playback standby mode.

Return

Each time you press this it returns up one level. The list display can be operated by the 0 button. When you press and hold the LIST button while moving in a hierarchy of folders, it will return to the file display.

Proceed

Each time you press this it opens the folder or file selected in the list display and proceeds down one level. The list display screen can be operated by the 9 button. + or button Select the folder or file.
List display The folders and files recorded in this recorder are displayed.

About Recording

Recording

Before starting recording, select a folder between [&] to [*]. These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder [&] might be used to store private information, while Folder ['] might be dedicated to holding business information.
STOP 4 button REC s button
2 Press the RECs button to start recording.
The recording indicator light glows and [7] will appear on the display. Turn the microphone in the direction of the source to be recorded.

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a b c d e Recording mode Remaining memory bar indicator Remaining recording time Elapsed recording time Level meter (change according to the recording level and recording function settings)
If the RECs button is pressed while the mode switch is set to [MUSIC], [Music Mode] will flash on the display. Set the mode switch to [VOICE] before recording ( P.17).
[Rec Mode] cannot be changed in the recording standby mode or while recording. Configure this while the recorder is stopped ( P.36, P.38).
3 Press the STOP4 button to stop recording.
[4] will appear on the display.
1 Select the recording folder ( P.18 to P.20).
How to change folders: 1 Pressing the LIST button at the file display while stopped will return you to the next higher level. Pressing the LIST button repeatedly will bring you to the folder list display. 2 Pressing button + or at the folder list display will select the folders for voice recordings. Newly recorded audio will be saved as the last file in the selected folder.

f File length

Notes To ensure recording from the beginning, start speaking after you see the recording indicator light on. When remaining recording time is less than 60 seconds, the recording indicator light starts flashing. When the recording time is decreasing to 30 or 10 seconds, the light flashes faster. [Folder Full] will appear when the recording cannot be made any further. Select on other folder or delete any unnecessary files before recording ( P.34). [Memory Full] will appear when the memory is full. Delete any unnecessary files before recording any further ( P.34). Pause Listening while audio is recorded To quickly check on the recorded contents
While the recorder is during recording mode, press the OK ` button.
[6] will appear on the display. Stop recording and the file that was just recorded will be played back.
While the recorder is during recording mode, press the RECs button.
If you start recording after inserting the earphone into the EAR jack on the recorder, you can hear the sound being recorded. The recording monitor volume can be adjusted by pressing the + or button.

To audio input terminal of other devices
Note The detailed input levels cannot be adjusted with this recorder. When external devices are connected, perform a test recording and then adjust the output level for the external devices.
Note When you adjust the various sound quality settings related to playback on the recorder, the audio output signal sent out from the EAR jack will change as well ( P.36, P.40, P.41).

About Playback

Playback
The recorder can playback WAV*, MP3* and WMA format files. To playback a file recorded with other machines, you need to transfer (copy) it from a computer. * For WS-510M, WS-500M only.
2 In the File list display, press the + or button to select the file that you want to playback.
In the File display, press the 9 or 0 button to select a file.
3 Press the OK ` button to start playback.
[6] will appear on the display.
STOP 4 button + button OK ` button

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a b c d e File name Folder indicator Playback position bar indicator Elapsed playback time File length
When playing back files transferred from a PC, set the mode switch according to the folder type ( P.17). When playing back files recorded on the recorder, set the mode switch to [VOICE] ( P.17).
4 Press the + or button to adjust to a comfortable listening volume.
The volume can be adjusted within a range from [00] to [30].
1 Select the folder which contains the files to be played back ( P.18 to P.20).
How to change folders: 1 Pressing the LIST button at the file display during playback or while stopped will return you to the next higher level. Pressing the LIST button repeatedly will bring you to the folder list display. 2 Pressing button + or at the folder list display will select the folders for voice recordings and press the OK ` or 9 button.
5 Press the STOP 4 button at any point you want to stop the playback.
[4] will appear on the display. This will stop the file being played back midway. When the resume function is activated the stopped location will be registered, even if the power is turned off. The next time the power is turned on, playback may be resumed from the registered stopped location.
Forwarding [4] will appear on the display. If you release the 0 button, it will stop. Press the OK ` button to start playback from where it was stopped.
While the recorder is during stop mode in the file display, press and hold the 9 button.
While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 0 button.
When you release the 0 button the recorder will resume normal playback If there is an index mark or temp mark in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location ( P. 31). The recorder stops when it reaches the beginning of the file. Continue pressing the 0 button to proceed with the review from the end of the previous file. Locating the beginning of the file

[3] will appear on the display. If you release the 9 button, it will stop. Press the OK ` button to start playback from where it was stopped.
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. If there is an index mark or temp mark in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location ( P. 31). The recorder stops when it reaches the end of the file. Continue pressing the 9 button to proceed with the cue from the beginning of the next file. Rewinding
While the recorder is during stop mode or playback mode, press the 9 button.
The recorder skips to the beginning of the next file.
While the recorder is during stop mode in the file display, press and hold the 0 button.
While the recorder is during playback mode, press the 0 button.
The recorder skips to the beginning of the current file.
While the recorder is during stop mode, press the 0 button.
The recorder skips to the beginning of the previous file. If the recorder stop the midway of the file, return to the beginning of the file.
While the recorder is during playback mode, press the 0 button twice.
The recorder skips to the beginning of the previous file. Notes When you skip to the beginning of the file during playback, the recorder will stop at the position of the index mark and temp mark. The index mark and temp mark will be skipped when you perform the operation in stop mode ( P. 31). When [Skip Space] set to other than [File Skip], the recorder will skip forward/ reverse the specified time, then will start playback ( P. 36, P. 43). Playback through earphone An earphone can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder for listening.
[Voice Filter]* ( P.36, P.40)
Settings relating to playback
Segment repeat ( P.32) This function enables repeated playback of part of the file being played. This changes the order of the files in the selected folder. It is useful for playing back files in a preferred order while in normal playback mode etc. If recorded audio is difficult to understand because of noisy surroundings, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. The recorder has a Voice Filter Function to cut low and high frequency tones during normal, fast, or slow playback, and enable clear audio playback. The recorder has SRS WOW XT, an audio processing technology that increases sound clarity and bass quality. If you change the equalizer setting, you can enjoy the music with your favorite sound quality. You can select the playback mode that fits your preference. The playback speed can be set to slow speed or fast speed playback. The skip interval length can be set.

, Rec Menu

When performing operations on the [Rec Menu] screen, set the mode switch to [VOICE] ( P.17). Mic Sense Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs.
Use the switch to set the microphone sensitivity ( P.23). [Conference]: This is a highly sensitive mode which can record surrounding noises. [Dictation]: This is the standard level of microphone sensitivity. Select this mode for cases where the volume of the source sound is high, such as a band performance. When you would like to clearly record a speakers voice, set [Mic Sense] to [Dictation] and hold recorders built-in stereo microphone close to the speakers mouth (5-10 cm) before recording. Rec Mode In addition to selecting between stereo or mono recording formats, you can also record favoring high sound quality, or record favoring increased recording time. Select the recording mode that fits your purpose. [ST XQ]: Stereo extra high quality sound recording. [ST HQ]: Stereo high quality sound recording. [ST SP]: Stereo standard recording.
Refer to Rearranging files [Replace] ( P.45). Property File and folder information can be confirmed from the menu screen. When the file is selected: [Name] (File name), [Date] (Time stamp), [Size] (File size), [Bit Rate]* (File format) [Artist]** (Artist name) and [Album]** (Album name) will appear on the display. * When a linear PCM format file has been selected, [Bit Rate] area displays the sampling frequency and bit rate. ** When a file contains no tag information, the display contents of this area are blank. When [VOICE] is selected, [Artist] and [Album] will not appear on the display. When the folder is selected: [Name] (File name), [Folder]* (Number of folder) and [File]** (Number of file) will appear on the display. * When [VOICE] is selected, [Folder] will not appear on the display. ** Files which cannot be recognized by this recorder are not included in the number of files. Select the files for which you would like to confirm information in advance before operating the menu.
[HQ]: Monaural high quality sound recording. [SP]: Monaural standard recording. [LP]: Monaural long-term recording. To record a meeting and lecture clearly, set other than [LP] in [Rec Mode]. When the external monaural microphone is used while [Rec Mode] is set to a stereo recording mode, it enables recording only with the L channel microphone. Low Cut Filter The recorder has a Low Cut Filter function to minimize low-frequency sounds and record voices more clearly. This function can reduce noise from air conditioners, projectors and other similar noises. [On]: Enables the Low Cut Filter function. [Off]: Disables this function. 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. [On]: Enables the VCVA function. Will start recording in VCVA mode. [Off]: Disables this function. Will resume recording in normal mode.

. LCD/Sound Menu

Backlight The display will remain lit for about 10 (Initial setting) seconds when a button on the recorder is pressed.
1 Select [Lighting Time] or [Brightness]. 2 Set the lighting time.
[Off]: Disables this function. [5seconds] [10seconds] [30seconds] [1minutes]: Enables the Backlight function.
1 Select [Forward Skip] or [Reverse Skip]. 2 Set the skip space.
When [Forward Skip] is selected: [File Skip] [10sec. Skip] [30sec. Skip] [1min. Skip] [5min. Skip] [10min. Skip] When [Reverse Skip] is selected: [File Skip] [1sec. Skip] [5sec. Skip] [10sec. Skip] [30sec. Skip] [1min. Skip] [5min. Skip] [10min. Skip]

3 Set the brightness.

[High] [Low]: Sets the brightness of the backlight when lit. Contrast Display contrast can be adjusted in 12 levels.
You can adjust the LCD display contrast level from [01] to [12].
LED You can set it so the LED indicator light does not turn on. [On]: LED light will be set. [Off]: LED light will be cancelled. Beep The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of errors. System sounds may be turned off. [On]: Enables the Beep function. [Off]: Disables this function.
Forward/Reverse Skip Playback: 1 Press the OK ` button to start playback. 2 Press the 9 or 0 button.
The recorder will skip (forward) or reverse skip (rewind) a set space and start playing back. If there is an index mark/temp mark or a cue closer than the skip space, the recorder will forward skip/reverse skip to that position.
Language(Lang) You can select the display language for this recorder. [English] [Franais] [Espaol]:. LCD/Sound Menu:
[Backlight] [Lighting Time] [Brightness] [Contrast] [LED] [Beep] [Language(Lang)] [10seconds] [Low] [Level 06] [On] [On] [English]

/ Device Menu

Time & Date Refer to Setting time and date [Time & Date] ( P.15). Reset Settings This returns the functions back to their initial settings (factory default). [Start]: Returns the settings to their initial values. [Cancel]: Takes you back to the [Device Menu]. After resetting the settings, the time settings and file numbers will be preserved from before the reset and will not return to their initial settings. *
For WS-510M, WS-500M only (Set to [VOICE] mode). ** For WS-400S. For WS-510M, WS-500M (Set to [VOICE] mode). *** For WS-510M, WS-500M only (Set to [MUSIC] mode). Format Refer to Formatting the Recorder [Format] ( P.46). System Info. You can check the recorders information on the menu screen. [Model] (Model Name), [Capacity] (Built-in frash memory size) and [Version] (System version) [Serial No.] (Serial Number) appears on the display.
Menu settings after setting reset (initial settings):

Connecting to your PC

Windows: When you open [My Computer], it will be recognized by the drive name of the product name. Macintosh: When you connect the recorder to a Mac OS, it will be recognized by the drive name of the product name on the desktop.
[Remote] is appeared on recorder if the USB cable is connected.
Connecting to your PC 3 Connect to the PC's USB port or to a USB hub.
Notes Refer to the users manual for your PC regarding the USB port on your PC. Be sure to push the cable connector all the way in. Otherwise, the recorder may not operate properly. Use the supplied USB extension cable depending on situations. Do not use USB extension cables other than the supplied cable. Using cables from other manufacturers could result in damage to the recorder. Do not use the supplied USB extension cable with devices from other manufacturers.
Connecting to your PC Disconnecting from your PC
Windows Note NEVER disconnect the USB while the recording indicator light is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed.
1 Click [ ] on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device].
The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used.
2 When the safe to remove hardware window appears, click [OK]. 3 Disconnect the recorder from the PC.

Macintosh

1 Move the drive icon for this recorder that is appear on the desktop to the garbage bin by Drag & Drop it.
When you connect the recorder to a Mac OS, it will be recognized by the drive name of the product name on the desktop.
2 Disconnect the recorder from the PC.
Transfer the voice files to your PC
The 5 voice folders of this recorder are appeared as [DSS_FLDA], [DSS_FLDB], [DSS_FLDC], [DSS_FLDD] and [DSS_FLDE], and the recorded voice files are saved in these folders. Windows Notes While transmitting data, [Busy] is appeared, and the recording indicator light flashes. NEVER disconnect the USB while the recording indicator light is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed. In the Mac OS operational environment, WMA format files cannot be played back.
1 Connecting the recorder to your PC ( P.50). 2 Open the Explorer window. 3 Open the product name folder.
When you open [My Computer], it will be recognized by the drive name of the product name.

4 Copy the data.

5 Disconnect the recorder from the PC ( P.51).
1 Connecting the recorder to your PC ( P.50).
2 Double-click the product name icon on the desktop. 3 Copy the data. 4 Disconnect the recorder from the PC ( P.51).
Using Windows Media Player
Music files that have been imported to your computer from music CDs and acquired over the Internet can be transferred to and played back with this recorder. It supports WAV, MP3, and WMA format music files. By using Windows Media Player, music files from music CDs can be converted (ripped) ( P.54) and music files that you have bought from any music distribution sites can be easily transferred to the recorder ( P.55, P.58).

Durante el modo de reproduccin del archivo de voz (Todos los modos de reproduccin) Modos de grabacin [44.1 kHz/ 16 bit] *3 [128 kbps] *3 [ST XQ] [LP] Modos de grabacin [44.1 kHz/ 16 bit] *3 [128 kbps] *3 [ST XQ] [LP] Altavoz estreo integrado *1 *h. 12 h. 12 h. 12 h. 10 h. 12 h. 12 h. 12 h.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: WS-520M/WS-510M/WS-500M/ WS-400S Trade Name: DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER Responsible Party: OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC. Address: 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.
Reproduccin de auricular *1 *h. 30 min. 25 h. 26 h. 26 h. 17 h. 30 min. 21 h. 22 h. 22 h.
*1 Pila alcalina *2 Batera recargable Ni-MH *3 Slo para WS-520M. Nota La vida til de la batera es medida por Olympus. Puede variar en gran medida, dependiendo del tipo de pilas que se utiliza y de las condiciones de uso.
Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE 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.
Shinjuku Monolith, 3-1 Nishi-Shinjuku 2-chome, Shinjyuku-ku, Tokyo 163-0914, Japan. Tel. +81 (0)3-3340-2111 http://www.olympus.com
3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A. Tel. 1-888-553-4448 http://www.olympusamerica.com

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