Olympus WS-321M, WS-331M manual Recording, 120, 2Press the REC button to start recording, M 1 2 S

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When Using the Recorder as a Voice Recorder

Recording

Before starting recording, select a folder between Folder A to Folder E.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.

Newly recorded audio will be saved as the last file in the selected folder.

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1Press the FOLDER button to choose a folder in which to make a recording.

Every time the FOLDER button is pressed, folders will switch.

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WS330001.WMA/ 5 WS330002.WMA WS330003.WMA WS330004.WMA

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2Press 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. 24).

b Current recording mode c Recording elapsed time

d Memory remaining indicator (E/F bar)

(the bar indicates remaining memory)

eLevel meter (varies according to the sound volume being recorded)

Every time the OK button is pressed while recording, “Recording elapsed time” and “Remaining recording time” cycles in the location indicated by c.

3Press the STOP button to stop recording.

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Contents WS-331M WS-321M WS-311M Trademarks IntroductionOther Information Using the Recorder on Your PCFeature Common to the Voice Recorder Music Player Getting StartedTable of Contents Table of Contents Safe and Proper Usage General PrecautionsBatteries General PrecautionsMain Features of the Digital Voice Recorder Main FeaturesMain Features Main Features Main Features of the Digital Music PlayerYou can play back music files in WMA and MP3 format. P Identification Parts Identification of Parts01 /36 Voice mode display Music mode displayDisplay LCD Panel Identification of PartsNi-MH Rechargeable Battery Inserting BatteryReplacing the Battery As possible When the battery is too weakSlide the Hold switch in the direction indicated by Power SupplyTurning On the Power Turning Off the PowerList display Voice Mode and Music ModeVoice Mode Slide the mode switch to the Voice positionRoot Music Music ModeVoice Mode and Music Mode Slide the mode switch to the Music positionVoice Mode How to Select a FileMeaning of Icons in this Manual 8 PM Setting Time/Date Time & Date1Press the 9 or 0 button to select the item to set 1M 7D 2007YChanging the Time/Date Setting Time/Date Time & Date3Press the Stop button to stop recording Recording120 2Press the REC button to start recordingM 1 3 S RecordingPause Resume RecordingListening While Audio is Recorded Connect the earphone to the EAR jack on the recorder3Press the + or button to choose Vcva Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator Vcva6Press the OK button to complete the setup screen 4Press the OK or 9button. The Vcva setup process begins121 Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator Vcva6Press the Stop button to close the menu Recording Modes Rec ModeHQ 120 3Press the OK or 9buttonPress the Stop button to close the a Menu Press the OK button to complete Setup screenMicrophone sensitivity setup process begins Microphone Sensitivity Mic Sense3Press the + or button to choose Low Cut Filter Set the Low Cut Filter Low Cut Filter7Press the Stop button to close the menu Recording condition Set the Low Cut Filter Low Cut FilterSet Low Cut Filter Low Telephone pickup TP7 Monaural Recording from External Microphone or Other DevicesRecording with External Microphone Tie clip microphone ME15 MonauralRecording from Recording from External Microphone or Other DevicesOr Other Devices HQ 03 PlayingM 0 5 S PlayingH 5 6 M 0 2 S G B ForwardingLocating the Beginning of the File Back from where it was stopped 22 M41 SRewinding PlaybackPlayback Through Earphone 2Press the + or button to choose Play Menu Noise Cancel Function Noise Cancel4Press the + or button to choose Noise Cancel Function Noise CancelNoise Cancel Function Noise Noise Cancel Function Noise Cancel7Press the OK button to complete the setup screen Noise Cancel indicatorSet Set the Voice Filter Voice Filter4Press the + or button to choose Voice Filter 6Press the + or button to choose between On and OffSet the Voice Filter Voice Filter Voice Filter indicatorSet the Voice Filter Voice Filter Continuous Playback All Play Continuous playback setup process beginsPlayback All Play 8the 0button to close the menu screen Continuous Playback All PlayPress the Stop button to close the menu 7will return to the Play Menu screen4The Sub Menu screen opens Locking Files Lock1Choose the file that you want to lock File display, press the 9or 0 button to select a fileLocking Files Lock Erase lock indicator8Press the Stop button to close the menu Setting Menu List Voice ModeMenu Sub Menu Menu List Voice ModeSaving Files inYour PC Precautions on Using the Recorder Connected to a PCSaving Files in Your PC Saving Files in Your PC Operating EnvironmentSaving Files in Your PC/Operating En vironment Connecting to Your PC Connecting toYour PCDisplay will turn off Drive letter will differ depending on Disconnecting from Your PCConnecting to Your PC Connecting to Your PCBy using Windows Media Player, music files Using the Recorder as a Music PlayerUsing Windows Media Player Copyright and Copyright Protection Feature DRMTransfer files from the PC to the recorder Importing Content for Listening on the RecorderImport Files Using Windows Media Player Importing Content For Listening on the RecorderWindow Names Window NamesCopying Music from CD Copying Music from CDTransferring Music File to the Recorder Transferring Music File to the RecorderFile is transferred to the recorder Transferring Music File to the RecorderRecorder is recognized as a Removable Disk 6Click the Start Sync 4Press the Play or OK button to start playback 1Set the mode switch to MusicMusic Playback 3Select the music file that you want to play PMusic 5Press the + or button to select the proper sound volumeMusic Playback Stop a file play back at any pointMusic Playback Skip a Music File While Playing It File Repeat 1 Play the current file repeatedly Select Play Mode Play ModeSelect Play Mode Play 2Press the OK or 9button6menu Select Play Mode Play ModeSelected play mode Press the Stop button to closeRandom Playback Random 4Press the OK or 9button. The random setup process beginsRandom Playback Random 3Press the + or button to choose RandomRandom Playback Random Random playback indicator5Press the OK or 9button again Surround effect setup process begins SRS 3DIncreasing the WOW Effect WOW 3Press the + or button to choose WOW8Press the + or button to choose TruBass 7Press the OK button to save your settingIncreasing the WOW Effect WOW 6Press the + or button to select the surround levelWOW indicator 11Press the OK button to save your setting12Press the Stop button to close the menu 3Press the + or button to choose EQ Selecting Equalizer EQSelecting Equaliz er EQ Selecting Equalizer EQ Button Moving the Tracks MoveMusic Song A.wma Song C.wma Moving the Tracks Move9Press the Stop button to close the menu If there are more files to move, repeat Steps 5 throughSettingRef. Menu List Music ModeMenu List Music Mode Time & Date Format Menu List Music ModePress the Erase button ErasingErasing One File at a Time Select the file you want to delete120 2The Cancel indicator flashes 120Erase All Files from a Folder ErasingErasing Hold Set the Recorder to Hold ModeExit Hold Mode Hold1Press the Index button during recording or playing Setting an Index Mark or a Temp MarkIndex Marks and Temp Marks Clearing an Index Mark or a Temp MarkThey will be automatically erased Index Marks and Temp MarksApproximately 2 seconds on DisplaySegment repeat playback M 4 1 S How to Begin Segment Repeat PlaybackM 3 6 S M 5 0 SCancel the Segment Repeat Playback Function How to Begin Segment Repeat PlaybackHow to Begin Segment Repeat Pla yback 4Press the + or button to move to the item to be set Menu Setting MethodMenu Setting Method 2Press the + or button to move to the item to be set6Press the + or button to change the setting Menu Setting MethodOff Perform normal cueing Auto backspace review setup process beginsAuto Backspace Review Back Space 5Press the + or button to select space8Press the 0button while the file is being replayed Auto Backspace Review Back SpacePlayback starts at the set point of seconds before Change Playback Speed Change Playback Speed Setting8Press the + or button to set the playback speed Playback speed setup process beginsChanging the Playback Speed Play Speed 7Press the OK or 9button10Press the Stop button to close the menu 2Press the + or button to choose Beep & Display System sound setup process beginsOn System sounds are enabled Off System sounds are disabled System Sounds BeepBacklight Backlight On Backlight is enabled Off Backlight is disabledBacklight Backlight Menu screen opens P , P.70LCD Contrast Adjustment Contrast Press the + or button to choose Between On and Off Press the OK button to complete 7the setup screenLED setup process begins 6On LED light will be set Off LED light will be canceled6Press the + button to choose Start Formatting the Recorder Format2Press the + or button to choose Sub Menu 4Press the + or button to choose Format7Press the OK button Formatting begins and an indicator flashes on the displayFormat Done displays when formatting ends Formatting the Recorder FormatYou can check the recorders information on the menu screen 4Press the + or button to choose System InfoViewing System Information System Inf o Copy the data Connecting the recorder to your PC1Start Windows Open the Explorer windowAlarm Message List Alarm Message ListMessage Meaning Explanation Action Symptom Probable cause Action TroubleshootingAccessories Optional Specifications Specifications Tec hnical Assistance Suppor t Technical Assistance and SupportFor customers in Europe Canadian RFIU1-BZ8231-03 AP0706

WS-311M, WS-321M, WS-331M specifications

The Olympus WS series of digital voice recorders, specifically the WS-331M, WS-321M, and WS-311M, are designed for users seeking high-quality audio recording in a compact and portable form factor. These models are particularly favored by professionals, students, and journalists for their user-friendly features and superior sound quality.

The WS-331M is the flagship model among the three, boasting advanced features that enhance recording versatility. It includes a high-fidelity stereo microphone system, which captures clear and detailed audio in various environments. The WS-331M offers a recording time of up to 4 GB, allowing extensive recording sessions without the need for immediate file management. It also supports a variety of recording formats, including PCM for high-quality recordings, ensuring professional-grade sound fidelity.

The WS-321M strikes a balance between performance and affordability. It features a similar design and functionality to the WS-331M but is equipped with a slightly lower recording capacity. Nonetheless, it still offers impressive audio quality with its built-in stereo microphones and an intuitive interface that simplifies the recording process. The WS-321M also includes a voice activation feature, enabling hands-free recording, which is ideal for capturing lectures and interviews.

The WS-311M is the most basic model in the series, but it does not compromise on essential features. It provides solid performance with its built-in microphones and user-friendly controls. The WS-311M is particularly suitable for casual users who need a reliable recorder for everyday use. With a smaller memory capacity compared to its siblings, it still offers ample recording time for personal notes and reminders.

All models within the WS series integrate Olympus' well-known technologies, such as noise cancellation and voice filter features, which enhance audio clarity by eliminating background noise. The devices are lightweight and portable, making them easy to carry around for on-the-go recording. Battery life is impressive across the models, allowing for extended usage without frequent recharging.

In summary, the Olympus WS-331M, WS-321M, and WS-311M provide a range of digital voice recording solutions that cater to various user needs. With their high-quality audio capabilities, user-friendly interfaces, and innovative features, these recorders stand out as dependable tools for anyone in need of reliable voice recording technology.
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