Recording a conference, Recording sounds of nature

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Recording sounds of nature

The following settings are recommended for outdoor recording of sounds of nature such as bird songs, the murmuring of a stream, or even the sound of a steam locomotive.

Rec Mode setup

Recording in various scenes

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The following settings are recommended for recording people speaking at a conference,		Conference

forum, lecture, etc.

Rec Mode setup

When recording bird songs or the sound of a steam locomotive, the linear PCM (WAV) mode is recommended, as it has the capability to capture close-to-original sounds. However, since linear PCM (WAV) format files take up a lot of recording space, it is recommended to use an SD/SDHC card or record

WAV (44.1 kHz/16-bit)

Approx. 3 hr. 10 min.

MP3 (128 kbps)

Approx. 35 hr. 35 min.

WMA (64 kbps)

Approx. 69 hr. 35 min.

Long-term recording of a conference or interview is possible using the MP3 or WMA format. Files recorded in the WMA format can be played back easily on a PC using software such as the Windows Media® Player.

audio in the MP3 or WMA format when extended recording is required.

Available recording time of

internal memory (2 GB) (Reference values)

Recording function setup

	Directivity	(Image)
	(High)
		Selecting [OFF] disables

LS-10 recording position

The quality of the recorded sound can vary greatly depending on where the LS-10 and/or the microphones are positioned. When recording the sound of a moving steam locomotive, position the built-in stereo microphones of the LS-10 parallel to the rails. The recorded audio will move from the right to the left (or vice versa), providing a dynamic stereo feeling. When the recorder is installed horizontally at ear level, sound close to what you actually hear can be recorded.

Recording function setup

Set the MIC SENSE switch to HIGH when recording a low-level sound such as birds' songs or murmuring of a stream or to LOW when recording a louder sound such as a steam locomotive. The recommended Rec Level setting is MANUAL.

Tips

The Zoom Mic function makes it possible to capture the sound by selecting the direction and area to be emphasized in recording. To record the speaker's voice clearly in an interview, set the MIC SENSE switch to LOW and approach the microphones to the speaker's mouth. The recommended Rec Level setting is AUTO because this frees you from worrying about recording level adjustment.

Tips

ZOOM		the Zoom Mic function
		the Zoom Mic function
NARROW		and records sound with
NARROW		the original directivity of
	STANDARD	the microphones.
	STANDARD
		OFF
		WIDE

Directivity (Low)

Sound capturing area (Narrow) Sound capturing area (Wide)

Zoom Mic settings

•When Rec Mode is PCM, the Zoom Mic function can be selected only in the 44.1 kHz/16-bit recording. • The Zoom Mic function is based on the DVM (DiMAGIC Virtual Microphone) technology of DiMAGIC, Inc.

•Only monaural recording is possible when ZOOM is selected.

Using windscreen for reducing wind noise

Wind noise in outdoor recording is grating, but the high-sensitivity microphones of the LS-10 also capture soft rustling breezes that are usually not sensed by human ears. This kind of wind noise can be attenuated by attaching the provided windscreen to the LS-10.

Using external microphones to accurately capture the target source

If the built-in microphones cannot be placed close enough to the recording target, it is recommended to use external microphones. External microphones with high directivity will be able to capture the target sound clearly even when it is as low as a bird's song. The monopod allows the microphone to approach the target and is therefore useful outdoors.

Using external microphones

Even in a wide conference room, speakers in distant positions can be captured using an optional ME30W 2-channel microphone kit as the external microphones.

Benefit of low-cut function in a conference room

The built-in microphones of the LS-10 have such high sensitivity that they tend to capture unnecessary sounds that are usually ignored by the human ear. If this causes a problem, set the LOW CUT switch to ON. This position will effectively cut the continuous low-frequency sounds from air conditioners, LCD projectors, etc.