Erase

You can easily erase unnecessary files. Sequential file numbers are reassigned automatically.

hErasing One File at a Time

1Press the FOLDER/INDEX button to select folder.
2Press the + or – button to select what you would like to set up.
• The selected menu item flashes.
3Press theor 0but-
ton to change the setting.
4Press the PLAY (`) button to confirm the setting.

hAlarm Playback Function [k]:

Alarm indicator

 

You can use the alarm playback function to sound the alarm tone for

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 minutes at the scheduled time. Within this 5 minutes, pressing any

 

 

 

button other than the HOLD switch starts the recorder to playback the

 

 

 

preselected file.

 

 

 

In Menu mode selection...[SET], [On], [OFF]

 

 

 

 

 

 

After selecting [SET], press the PLAY(`) button to set the

 

 

 

time.

 

 

 

Note:

•With the alarm playback function, only one file can be played back. Select a file for the function before setting the time.

hIndex Marks

Index marks can be placed in a file during recording or playback to provide a quick and easy way of keeping track of important sections in the file.

1While the recorder is during recording (pause re- cording) mode or playback
mode, press and hold the FOLDER/INDEXbutton to
set an index mark.
• An index number appears on the
Q3: Recording is not possible.

A3: By pressing the STOP (4) button repeatedly while the recorder stops, check if the display shows:

•The remaining recording time in the selected folder may have reached [00:00].

•The number of files is 100.FULL] by pressing the REC ( s) button.Check if the display shows [

Q4: The playback speed is too fast (slow).A4: The recorder may be set to fast (slow) Playback.

Specifications

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

a

4Press the 9or 0button to select [YES].
aFile to be erased
5Press the PLAY ( `) but- ton.

hErase All Files from a Folder

1Press the FOLDER/INDEX button to select the folder to be erased.
5Press the STOP (4) button to close the menu.

Notes:

•The recorder will stop if you leave it idle for 3 minutes during a menu setup operation, when a selected item is not applied.

•If you press the STOP (4) button during a menu setup operation, the recorder will stop and apply the items that were set to that point.

hRecording Modes [HQ SP LP]

 

Current recording mode

 

 

 

The recording mode can be chosen from [HQ] (high quality sound record-

 

ing), [SP] (standard recording) and [LP] (long-term recording).

 

 

 

 

 

 

In Menu mode selection...[HQ], [SP], [LP]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HQ

SP

LP

To cancel an alarm playback:
For [k] in the menu mode, select [OFF] and press the PLAY (`) button.

Notes:

•Regardless of the selected folder, once the alarm playback is set, it operates every day unless the setting is canceled.

•To view the current setting, select [On], and press the PLAY ( `) button.

•The alarm tone stops automatically if no button is pressed within 5 minutes after the alarm starts. The file is not played back in this case.

•If the recorder has no recorded file in the selected folder, the alarm playback function is not available.

•Alarm playback occurs every day unless it is set to [OFF].

hTimer Recording [TIMER]:

Timer indicator

You can schedule for automatic recording, specifying the start time and

 

 

 

 

 

end time of recording. When the timer-controlled recording completes,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the setting is released.

 

 

 

 

 

In Menu mode selection...[SET], [On], [OFF]

 

 

 

 

 

After selecting [SET], press the PLAY (`) button to set the

 

 

 

 

 

time.

 

 

 

 

 

display.

Clearing an Index Mark:
While the index number appears on the display, press the ERASE (s) button.

Notes:

•Up to 10 index marks can be set in a file.•Sequential index marks numbers are reassigned automatically.

hResetting the Recorder [CLEAR]

This function resets the current time and other settings to their initial status. It is useful if you are having problems with the recorder, or if you want to erase the entire memory of the recorder.

1Press and hold the STOP(4) button and the ERASE (s) button for 3 seconds or longer.

2Press the 9or 0but-
ton to select [YES].

3Press the PLAY ( `) but- ton.

Recording medium:Built-in flash memoryOverall frequency:HQ mode: 200 to 7,900 HzSP mode: 300 to 4,700 HzLP mode: 300 to 2,900 HzRecording time:VN-7000: 2 GBHQ mode: Approx. 81 h.SP mode: Approx. 215 h. 50 min.LP mode: Approx. 1208 h. 30 min.VN-6500/VN-6000: 1 GBHQ mode: Approx. 40 h. 30 min.SP mode: Approx. 107 h. 55 min.LP mode: Approx. 604 h. 15 min.VN-5500/VN-5000: 512 MBHQ mode: Approx. 20 h. 5 min.SP mode: Approx. 53 h. 40 min.LP mode: Approx. 300 h. 30 min.Microphone:Electret Condenser Microphone (mon- aural)
Speaker:Built-in ø 28 mm round dynamic speakerMaximum power:120 mWEarphone jack (monaural):ø3.5 mm diameter, impedance 8 ΩMicrophone jack (monaural):ø3.5 mm diameter, impedance 2 kΩPower supply:Two AAA (LR03) batteries or Two Ni-MH rechargeable batteriesContinuous battery:Alkaline batteries: Approx. 39 h.Ni-MH rechargeable batteries: Approx. 22 h.Dimensions:102 (L) mm x 36 (W) mm x 20.5 (T) mm (without protrusions)Weight:63 g (including battery)
2Press the ERASE (s) button twice.

a

3Press the 9or 0button to select [YES].
aFolder to be erased
4Press the PLAY ( `) but- ton.

Notes:

•An erased file cannot be restored.

•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.

Menu

hBasic Operation of the Menu Mode

Using the menu function, you can change various settings according to your preference.

VN-7000

Approx. 81 h.

Approx. 215 h.

Approx. 1208 h.

50 min.

30 min.

 

 

 

 

 

 

VN-6500

Approx. 40 h.

Approx. 107 h.

Approx. 604 h.

VN-6000

30 min.

55 min.

15 min.

VN-5500

Approx. 20 h.

Approx. 53 h.

Approx. 300 h.

VN-5000

5 min.

40 min.

30 min.

Note:

•The recording time shown above is for one continuous file. The avilable recording time may be shorter than specified if several files are recorded. (Use the remaining time and recorded time only as references.)

hMicrophone Sensitivity [h]

Current microphone

 

sensitivity

Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet your recording needs.In Menu mode selection...[g], [i]

g

i

 

 

High-sensitivitymodethatrecords

Low-sensitivity mode suited for

sounds in all directions.

dictation.

Notes:

•To ensure successful recording, make a test recording to select appropriate microphone sensitivity before recording.

•If you select [g], we recommend setting the recording mode to [HQ] to best take advantage of the higher sensitivity.

•If you select [g], background noise may be high depending on the recording conditions.

hUsing the Variable Control Voice

 

Actuator [VCVA]

VCVA indicator

To cancel the timer setting:
For the timer in the menu mode, select [OFF], and press the
PLAY (`) button.

Notes:

•To view the current setting, select [On], and press the PLAY (`) button.

•With this function, you can set only the start and the end time of recording. The current settings of the recording mode, microphone sensitivity, VCVA and folder are applied for the settings before you set timer-controlled recording.

•The setting exceeding the remaining recording time is not allowed.

•You can record at any time even if it is not within the specified recording duration. However, if that makes the remaining recording time insufficient for the timer-controlled recording, the recording will not complete.

•If any operation is ongoing, the timer-controlled recording is overridden.

Other Functions

hMoving File between Folders

You can move files recorded in folders [F], [G], [H] and [I] to other folders. The moved file is added to the end of the destination folder.

1Select the file you want to transfer, and press the PLAY (`) button to play it.

2While the recorder is during playback mode,

• If you leave the recorder untouched for 8 seconds or longer before you press the PLAY ( `) button in Step 3, Clear mode will be canceled, and the recorder will enter Stop mode.

General Precautions

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.

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 some where.

•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 Olympus’s liability.

For safe and correct Usage

• Be sure to stop the recorder before replacing the battery.

• 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 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 go-cart).

•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.

Accessories (Optional)

Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Charger: BU-400 (Europe only)Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery: BR401Connecting cord (Earphone jack ↔ Microphone jack): KA333Noise-Cancellation microphone:ME52Electret condenser microphone: ME15Telephone pickup: TP7
For customers in North and South America
USA RFI:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.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

Menu setting screen

Move the selection one position up/increase the number

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. Particularly helpful for extended recording, the VCVA not only conserves memory by turning off recording during silent periods, but also makes playback more efficient and convenient.

In Menu mode selection...[On], [OFF]
press and hold the DISP/MENU button for 1 second or longer.

• Keep the unit out of the reach of children.

Batteries:VWarning:

•

Batteries should never be exposed to flame, heated, short-circuited or disassembled.

•

Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other non-rechargeable batteries.

Communications.

Cet appareil numérique ne dépasse pas les limites de Catégorie B pour les émissions de bruit radio émanant d’appareils numériques, tel que prévu dans les Règlements sur l’Interférence Radio du Département Canadien des Communications.

Move the

Move the

selection one

selection one

position to

position to the

the left

right

Confirm the

 

setting

 

Move the selection one position down/decrease the number

1While the recorder is during
stop mode, press and hold the DISP/MENU button for
1 second or longer.

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Notes:

•During recording, press the + and – buttons to adjust the VCVA level in 15 levels.

•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.

hSystem Sounds [BEEP]

Informs a button operation or a wrong operation of the recorder by sound. System sounds may be turned off.

In Menu mode selection...[On], [OFF]

Note:

• If the alarm playback function has been set, the alarm will sound at the scheduled time even if the system sounds are disabled.

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3Press the 9or 0but- a
ton to select a destination

 

folder.

b

4Press the PLAY (`) but-

 

ton.

 

aDestination folder

 

bDestination number of the file

 

Notes:

•The destination folder and the number of the moved file appear on the display, and moving is completed.

•If the destination folder is full (100 files), [FULL] appears on the display, and you cannot move the file to that folder.

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• Never use any battery 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:

1remove the batteries immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and;

2call your dealer or local Olympus representative for servicing.

Troubleshooting

Q1: Nothing happens when a button is pressed.

A1: The HOLD switch may be set to [HOLD] position. The batteries may be depleted.

The batteries may be inserted incorrectly.Q2: No sound or quiet sound is heard from the speaker while playing back.

A2: The earphone plug may be plugged into the recorder. The volume may be set to the minimum level.

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For customers in Europe

“CE” mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety, health, environment and customer protection.

This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries. Please do not throw the equipment into the domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of this product.

Applicable Product : VN-7000, VN-6500, VN-6000, VN-5500, VN-5000

This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin Directive 2006/66/EC Annex II] indicates separate collection of waste batteries in the EU countries.

Please do not throw the batteries into the domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal of the waste batteries.

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