Olympus WS 550 M, WS 450 S, WS-560M manual Technical assistance and support, Accessories optional

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Technical assistance and support

The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and software only.

sTechnical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada

1-888-553-4448

sUser Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus.com

sTechnical Hotline Number in Europe

Toll free number: 00800 67 10 83 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

+49 180 567 1083

+49 40 23773 4899

sUser Support E-mail address in Europe dss.support@olympus-europa.com

Accessories (optional)

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sStereo microphone: ME51S

The built-in large-diameter microphone enables sensitive stereo recording.

s2 channel microphone (omni- directional): ME30W

Two ME30 monaural microphones come in a set with a miniature tripod and a connection adapter. These are highly sensitive omni-directional microphones supported by plug-in power which are well-suited to recording musical performances.

sHighly sensitive noise- cancellation monaural microphone (unidirectional): ME52W

This microphone is used to record sound at a distance while minimizing surrounding noise

sTie clip microphone (omni- directional): ME15

Small concealing microphone with a tie-clip.

sTelephone pickup: TP7

Earphone type microphone can be plugged into your ear while phoning. The voice or conversation over the phone can be clearly recorded.

sNi-MH rechargeable battery and charger set: BC400 (For Europe)

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.

sNi-MH rechargeable battery: BR401

High-efficiency rechargeable long life batteries.

sConnecting cord: KA333

Connecting cord which has stereo mini-plugs (ø3.5) 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 (ø3.5) or monaural mini plug (ø2.5) are also enclosed.

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Contents Digital Voice Recorder Detailed Instructions Introduction Trademarks and registered trademarksTable of contents General Precautions Safe and proper usageBatterries Avoid strong vibrations or shocksSafe and proper usage Keep batteries out of the reach of childrenMain features Main featuresIt has a backlight full-dot display LCD panel P It has built-in SRS WOW XT P , PIdentification of parts For WS-560M, WS-550M only For WS-450S onlyIdentification of parts Display LCD panelIdentification of parts For WS-560M/WS-550MDuring playback mode When Voice mode is selectedFolder File displayIdentification of parts Power supply Inserting batteriesPower supply Power supplyBattery indicator This recorder cannot charge rechargeable batteriesCharging by connecting to a computer via USB Boot the PCTurning on/off the power Power supply Hold Power supply/HOLDHOLD/Setting time and date Time & Date HOLD/Setting time and datePress the 9or 0button to select the item to set Press the + or − button to setSetting time and date Time & Date Changing the time and dateVoice mode and Music mode Slide the mode switch to Voice positionSlide the mode switch to Music position Voice mode and Music modeAbout the folders for voice recordings Precautions for transferring Music files About the folder for music playbackMusic 002 003 004 200Selecting the folders and files Selecting the folders and filesRecording Select the recording folder P.18 to P.20Press the RECsbutton to start recording Press the STOP4button to stop recordingRecording Connect the earphone to the EAR jack on the recorderPress the RECsbutton again PauseMicrophone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs Microphone sensitivityCondition Recommended settings by recording conditionRecording Recording with external microphone Tie clip microphone omni-directional ME15Stereo microphone ME51S Channel microphone omni- directional ME30WRecording the sound of other devices with this recorder Volume can be adjusted within a range from 00 to PlaybackPress the OK `button to start playback PlaybackPlayback ButtonForwarding RewindingWhen Skip Space set to other than Settings relating to playbackRecorder skips to the beginning of the previous file Playback through earphoneAbout music file MPEG2 Layer3Setting an index mark or a temp mark Erased.31How to begin segment repeat playback Playback Press the 0button Press the RECsbuttonPress the 9button Want to erase ErasingTo erase P.18 to P.20 Erasing ErasingFor WS-560M, WS-550M only For WS-450S onlyMenu will appear on the display Menu setting methodMoves to the setting of the selected item 4Setting menu during playback Menu setting method4Setting menu during recording +File Menu Rec MenuVcva level can be set to any of 15 different values Press the 9or 0button adjust the start/stop actuation levelLow Cut Filter Noise Cancel Play MenuSelect SRS 3D or TruBass Voice FilterAdjust the surround level or bass effect level Select the desired equalizer characteristicsSelect the desired playback mode Select Repeat or Random Select the frequency bandMenu setting method For WS-560M/WS-550M Play SpeedNormal playback Playback at normal speed Restrictions on double speed playbackLCD/Sound Menu Select Forward Skip or Reverse Skip Set the skip spaceSelect Lighting Time or Brightness Set the lighting time Set the brightnessInitial settings Device MenuPress the OK `button button to complete the setting Menu setting method Press the OK `or 9buttonRearranging files Replace Cursor will flash to confirm that the file can be movedFormat will appear on the display Press the + button to select Start Menu setting methodPress the + button again to select Start Menu setting method Operating environment WindowsOperating System Compatible PC’sOperating environment Connecting to your PC Connecting to your PC Boot the PCConnect to the PCs USB port or to a USB hub WindowsConnecting to your PC Disconnecting from your PCConnecting the recorder to your PC P.50 Transfer the voice files to your PCUsing Windows Media Player 1Features taskbar 2Seek sliderWindow names Windows Media PlayerUsing Windows Media Player Copying music from CDSet Up Sync, and set as follows Transferring music file to the recorderRecorder is recognized as a Removable Disk Click Start SyncFile is transferred to the recorder Device When Data CD is selected Copying voice file to the CDPlayer Click Start BurnClick Start Burn Using Windows Media Player Burn menuUsing iTunes Using iTunesUsing iTunes Click Import CD Using iTunesImport Using SettingConnect the recorder to a PC, and start iTunes Click Burn Disc Using iTunes Using as external memory of the PC Alarm message list Message Meaning Explanation ActionTroubleshooting Symptom Probable cause ActionTroubleshooting FoldersAccessories optional Technical assistance and supportSpecifications Specifications WS-560M/WS-550M Voice mode WS-450SWS-560M/WS-550M Music mode Guide to battery lifeFor customers in Europe