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DETAILEDINSTRUCTIONS

DIGITAL VOICE

RECORDER

Thank you for purchasing an OlympusDigital Voice Recorder.

Please read these instructions for informationabout using the product correctly and safely.

Keep the instructions handy for future reference.

To ensure successful recordings, we recommend thatyou test the record function and volume before use.

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Introduction

The contents of this document may be changed in the future without advanced notice.Contact our Customer Support Center for the latest information relating to product names

and model numbers. The illustration of the screen and the recorder shown in this manual may differ from the

actual product. The utmost care has been taken to ensure the integrity of this documentbut if you find a questionable item, error or omission, please contact our CustomerSupport Center.

Any liability for passive damages or damage of any kind occurred due to data loss incurredby a defect of the product, repair performed by the third party other than Olympus or anOlympus authorized service station, or any other reason is excluded.

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DVM is a trademark of DiMAGIC Corporation. The product was developed based on noise-canceling technology under license from NEC

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Table of contents

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Introduction

Safe and proper u sage ....................................... 41 Getting started

Main features .................................................... 6Identification of parts ....................................... 7

Display (LCD panel)....................................................8Power supply ....................................................10

Inserting batteries ..................................................10

Battery settings .......................................................12Charging by connec ting to a computer via USB ......12Connect to the USB connecting AC adapter

(optional) to charge ..........................................13Turning on/off the power ........................................15

HOLD ................................................................16

Setting time and date [Time & Date] .................17Changing the time and date....................................18

Inserting and ejecting a microSD c ard ...............19Inserting a microSD card .........................................19Ejecting a microSD card ...........................................20

[Home] display operations ................................21

Notes on the folders .........................................22About the folders for voice recordings ....................22About the folder for music playback .......................23

Selec ting the folders and files ..........................24

2 About recordingRecording .........................................................25

Changing the recording scene [Rec Scene] .............27

Recommended settings by recording condition ....28Recording from external microphone or other

devices ...............................................................29

3 About playbackPlayback ..........................................................31

Setting an index mark or a temp mark ...................35Changing the playback speed .................................36How to begin segment repeat playback .................37

Changing the playback scene [Play Scene] .............38Erasing .............................................................39

Erasing fi les .............................................................39

Erasing a folder ........................................................39

4 About the FM radio

(For WS-710M only)Using the FM radio ............................................41FM radio mode operations ................................42

Presetting radio stations automatically

[Auto-preset] ....................................................43Changing the reception mode ................................44Adding a radio station .............................................45

Recording FM radi o .......................................... 46

5 Menu settingMenu setting method .......................................47

+File Menu ............................................................49,Rec Menu ............................................................49-Play Menu ...........................................................53.LCD/Sound Menu................................................56/Device Menu .......................................................57

FM Menu .............................................................59Rearranging files [Replace] .....................................59Dividing files [File Divide] .......................................60Changing the USB class[USB Sett ings] ....................61

Formatting the recorder [Format] ..........................63

6 Using the recorder on your PCOperating environment ....................................65

Connecting to your PC .......................................67Disconnecting from your PC ....................................68

Transfer the voice files to your PC .....................69

Using Windows Media Player ............................70Window names ........................................................70Copying music from CD............................................71

Transferring music file to the recorder ...................72

Copying voice file to the CD .....................................75Using iTunes .....................................................77

Window names ........................................................77Copying music from CD............................................78Transferring music file to the recorder ...................79

Copying voice file to the CD .....................................80Using as external memory of the PC ..................81

7 Other informationAlarm message list ...........................................82Troubleshooting ...............................................83Accessories (optional) .......................................86

Specif ications...................................................87Technical assistance and s upport ......................91

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Before using your new recorder, readthis manual carefully to ensure that

you know how to operate it safelyand correctly. Keep this manual in aneasily accessible location for futurereference.

The warning symbols indicateimportant safety relatedinformation. To protect yourself

and others from personal injury ordamage to property, it is essentialthat you always read the warningsand information provided.

General precautions

Do not leave the recorder in hot,humid locations such as inside aclosed automobile under directsunlight or on the beach in thesummer.

Do not store the recorder in placesexposed to excessive moisture ordust.

Do not use organic solvents suchas alcohol and lacquer thinner toclean the unit.

Do not place the recorder on top ofor near electric appliances such asTVs or refrigerators.

Avoid recording or playing back

near cellular phones or otherwireless equipment, as they maycause interference and noise.If you experience noise, moveto another place, or move therecorder further away from suchequipment.

Avoid sand or dirt. These can causeirreparable damage.

Avoid strong vibrations or shocks. Do not disassemble, repair or

modify the unit yourself.

Do not operate the unit whileoperating a vehicle (such as abicycle, motorcycle, or go-cart).

Keep the unit out of the reach ofchildren.

Precautions relating to reception:

Radio reception will vary substantiallydepending on where you are using theradio. If the reception is poor, try movingthe recorder near to a window and awayfrom electrical products such as cellularphones, televisions, orescent lights etc.

Warning regarding data loss:

Recorded content in memory maybe destroyed or erased by operatingmistakes, unit malfunction, or during

repair work. It is recommended to backup and save important content to othermedia such as a computer hard disk.

Any liability for passive damages ordamage of any kind occurred due to dataloss incurred by a defect of the product,repair performed by the third party otherthan Olympus or an Olympus authorized

service station, or any other reasons isexcluded from the Olympuss liability.

Precautions relating to recording:

Olympus will not be held responsible forany deletion or corruption of recordedfiles caused by malfunction of therecorder or your PC.

Content you have recorded cannot, undercopyright law, be used for anything otherthan private consumption without theexpress consent of the copyright holder.

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Safe and proper usage

Batterries

fDanger: Batteries should never be exposed

to flame, heated, short-circuited ordisassembled.

Never store batteries where theywill be exposed to direct sunlight,

or subjected to high temperaturesin a hot vehicle, near a heat source,etc.

fWarning: Do not solder lead wires or

terminals directly onto a battery or

modify it. Do not connect the=and-

terminals together. This may causefire, overheating or electric shock.

When carrying or storing thebatteries, be sure to put it inthe provided case to protect its

terminals. Do not carry or store thebatteries with any metal objects(such as key rings).

If this warning is not followed, fire,overheating or electric shock mayoccur.

Do not connect the batteries

directly to a power outlet or acigarette 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 itoff with clean water and consultyour doctor at once.

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

Never use any batteries with a tornor cracked outer cover.

Keep batteries out of the reach ofchildren.

If you notice anything unusualwhen using this product such asabnormal noise, heat, smoke, or aburning odor:1remove the batteries immediately

while being careful not to burnyourself, and;

2call your dealer or local Olympusrepresentative for service.

Do not expose the batteries towater. Do not allow water tocontact the terminals.

Do not remove or damage thebatteries insulating sheet. Do not use the batteries if you

find something wrong with themsuch as leakage, color change ordeformity.

Unplug the charger if the chargingis still incomplete after thespecified time it should take.

Should any batteries liquid get onskin or clothing, promptly wash itoff with clean water.

Keep batteries away from fire.

fCaution: Do not subject batteries to strong

shocks. When using rechargeable batteries

that have not been used for awhile, be sure to recharge thembefore use.

Rechargeable batteries have limited

lifetime. When the operatingtime becomes shorter even if therechargeable battery is fully chargedunder the specified condition,replace it with a new one.


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Mainfeatures

Main featuress Built-in Stereo FM tuner. You can

use the recorder as a radio (ForWS-710M only) (P.41).

s Dual function recorder as a digitalvoice recorder and a digital musicplayer (For WS-710M, WS-700M

only) (P.25, P.31).s Supports high capacity recording

media. Besides the built-inmemory, you can also record intoa microSD* card (P.19).* For WS-710M, WS-700M only.

s Supports the linear PCM format,

which is capable of recordingsound quality equivalent toCD-level(For WS-710M, WS-700Monly) (P.47, P.49).

s Supports multiple recordingformats, such as MP3 format(MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) and

Windows Media Audio (WMA)format (P.47, P.49).

s You can playback WAV*, WMA,and MP3 format files transferredfrom a computer in addition to filesrecorded by the device itself.You can also enjoy using as a music

player.* For WS-710M, WS-700M only.

s It has a built-in Variable ControlVoice Actuator (VCVA) function(P.47, P.50).

s The Low Cut Filter minimizesair conditioner noise and other

similar noises while recording(P.47, P.50).

s A directional microphone featurehas been included that allowsswitching between broad stereo

recording and recording with ahighly directional quality (ForWS-710M only) (P.47, P.50).

s Has recording scene setting andplayback scene setting functions toregister the best setting according

to different usages (

P.27, P.38,P.47, P.52, P.55).s It features various repeat functions

(P.37, P.47, P.54).s EUPHONY MOBILE has been included

to produce a natural, realisticexperience without degrading sound

quality (For WS-710M, WS-700Monly) (P.47, P.53).s You can change the playback

equalizer settings (For WS-710M,WS-700M only) (P.47, P.55).

s You can divide files that havebeen recorded by the recorder in

MP3 or PCM* format (

P.60).* For WS-710M, WS-700M only.s Index mark and temp mark

features allow you to quickly finddesired locations (P.35).

s The playback speed can becontrolled as preferred (P.36).

s Connecting this recorder directlyto the USB port links up with yourPC. The data can be transferred orsaved without USB cable or driversoftware (P.69, P.81).This recorder is compatible with USB 2.0,

enabling fast data transfer to a computer.

s It has a USB charging function(For WS-710M, WS-700M only)(P.12).

s It has a backlight full-dot display(LCD panel) (P.8).

Getting started


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1Built-in stereo microphone (L)2Built-in stereo microphone (R)3Recording indicator light4EAR(Earphone) jack

5MIC(Microphone) jack6Display (LCD panel)7Built-in speaker8+button9REC (s) (Record) button09button

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1Recording media indicator*1,[Recorder] mode indicator,Battery indicator

2Folder name3Recording media indicator*1,[Music] mode indicator,Battery indicator

4Folder name

*1For WS-710M, WS-700M only

Folder list display

File list display

When [Recorder] mode is selected:

When [Music] mode is selected:

For WS-710M:

For WS-600S:


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1Recording media indicator*1,Folder name, Battery indicator

2File name3Recording media indicator*1,Folder name, Battery indicator

4File name

*1For WS-710M, WS-700M only

1Recording media indicator*1,File name,Battery indicator

2Folder indicator,Recording mode indicator3During recording mode:

Remaining memory bar indicator

During playback mode:Playback position bar indicator

4Record/ Playback status indicator

5Recording date and time6[?] Microphone Sensitivityindicator,

[]VCVA indicator, []Voice sync indicator, [%] Noise Cancel indicator*1, [$] Voice Filter indicator, [0] Low Cut Filter indicator, [] Zoom MIc indicator*2

For WS-600S:




For WS-600S:


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Identificationofparts/Powersupply

Identification of parts Power supply

Inserting batteries

This recorder can be used with either Ni-MHRechargeable Batteries or AAA AlkalineBatteries.

7[]Erase lock indicator,[] Speaker muting indicator,Current file number/ Totalnumber of recorded files in thefolder

8During recording mode:Elapsed recording time

During playback mode:Elapsed playback time

9During recording mode:Remaining recording time

During playback or stop mode:File length

0Playback mode indicator!Title name@Artist name#Album name$Elapsed playback time%[]EUPHONY indicator*1 [] Equalizer indicator*1^Current file number/ Total

number of recorded files in the

folder[]Erase lock indicator,[] Speaker muting indicator

&File length*Playback mode indicator

*1For WS-710M, WS-700M only*2For WS-710M only

When charging the recorder, be sure

to use the supplied specied Ni-MHrechargeable (BR401) batteries.

The supplied rechargeable batteriesare not fully charged. Before usingthe unit or after long periods ofdisuse, it is recommended that youcontinuously charge them until full(P.12).


This recorder cannot chargerechargeable batteries.

For WS-600S:

1 Lightly press down on the arrowand slide the battery cover open.


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Power supply

Powersupply

2 Insert size-AAA battery,observing the correct=and

-polarities.

3 Close the battery cover

completely by pressing to thedirectionA, then sliding to thedirectionB.

Notes

Manganese batteries may not be used in

this recorder. When changing batteries, AAA alkaline

batteries or Olympus Ni-MH rechargeablebatteries are recommended.

Be sure to stop the recorder beforereplacing the batteries. Unloading thebatteries while the recorder is in use maycause a malfunction such as corruptingthe le, etc. If you are recording into a leand the batteries run out, you will looseyour currently recorded le because thele header will not be able to close. It iscrucial to change the batteries once yousee only one Hash mark in the batteryindicator.

If it takes longer than 1 minute to replacethe dead batteries or if you take thebatteries in and out repeatedly at shortintervals,you may have to redo thebattery and time settings. In this case,the [Battery] screen will appear. Formore details, refer to Battery settings(P.12).

Remove the batteries if you are not goingto use the recorder for an extendedperiod of time.

When replacing rechargeable batteries,be sure to use Ni-MH rechargeablebatteries (optional). The use of othermanufacturers' products can damage therecorder and should be avoided.


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Power supply

Powersupply

Charging by connecting to acomputer via USB

You can charge the batteries by connecting

to a PC's USB port. When charging, be sureto correctly place the rechargeable batteries(supplied) into the recorder (P.10).

1 Boot the PC.

2 Slide the USB connector slidelever in the direction indicatedby the arrow to eject the USB

connector out of the recorder.

Do not charge primary batteries suchas alkaline or lithium batteries.It maycause battery leakage heating and

recorder malfunction.


Battery indicator

When [] appears on the display,replace the batteries as soon aspossible. When the batteries aretoo weak, [s] and [BatteryLow]appears on the display and the

recorder shuts down.

Battery settings

Select to match the battery you are using.

1 Replace the battery and switchon the recorder.

2 Press the + or button to changethe setting.

[Ni-MH] (): Select when using the Olympus

Ni-MH rechargeable battery (BR401).[Alkaline] (): Select when using a commercially

available alkaline battery.

3 Press the OK`/MENUbutton tocomplete the setting.

If the Hour indicator flashes in the

display, see Setting time and date[Time & Date] (P.17).

The battery indicator on the displaychanges as the batteries loose power.

Note

When playing a voice/music le, the

recorder may be reset due to thereduction of the voltage output of thebatteries depending on the volume leveleven if [] is displayed in the batteryindicator. In this case, lower the volume ofthe recorder.

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Powersupply

Power supply

3 Make sure that the recorder isstopped, and connect to the PC's

USB port.

4 Press the OK`/MENUbutton tostart charging.

Connect to the USB connecting AC

adapter (optional) to charge

It can be charged by connecting to theUSBconnecting AC adapter (A514) (optional).

1 Connect the recorder to the ACadapters USB port.


5 Charging is completed whenbattery indication becomes to [].Chargingtime:approximately 3 hours *

* It shows the approximate time whencharging the rechargeable batteryfully from no remaining power at theroom temperature. The charging timewill be changed depending on theremaining amount and the state ofbatteries.

2 Connect the AC adapter to ahousehold power outlet.

To theHousehold

power outlet

To theUSBconnecting

AC adapters(A514) USB

connecter


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Power supply

Powersupply

Do not use USB extension cables otherthan the supplied cable.

Using cables from other manufacturerscould result in damage to the recorder. Donot use the supplied USB extension cablewith devices from other manufacturers.

Cautions concerning the rechargeable batteries

Read the following descriptions carefullywhen you use the Ni-MH rechargeablebatteries.

Discharging:

The rechargeable batteries self-dischargewhile this is not in use. Be sure to chargethem regularly before use.

Operating temperature:

The rechargeable batteries are chemicalproducts. The rechargeable batteriesefficiency may fluctuate even whenoperating within the recommendedtemperature range. This is an inherentnature of such products.

Recommended temperature range:

When operating appliance: 0C - 42C/ 32F - 107.6FCharging: 5C - 35C/ 41F - 95FStorage for a long period: 20C - 30C/ 4F - 86FUsing the rechargeable batteries outsidethe above temperature range may result indeclining efficiency and shorter battery life.In order to prevent battery leakage or rust,remove the rechargeable batteries from theproducts when you will not be using themfor a long time, and store them separately.

If [USB Connect] has not been setto [AC Adapter], [Please wait] willcontinue to be displayed (P.61).

4 Charging is completed whenbattery indication becomes to [].

Notes

The recorder cannot be charged whenthe PC is not turned on. Also, it may notbe charged when the PC is not switchedon, or when it is in the standby, hibernateor sleep mode.

Do not charge the recorder with the USBhub connected.

Insert the supplied rechargeable batteryand set [Battery] to [Ni-MH]. If [Battery]is set to [Alkaline], you cannot recharge(P. 12).

You cannot charge when []*1or []*2blinks. Charge the batteries at thetemperature from 5C to 35C (41F to95F).

*1 []: When surrounding temperature islow.*2 []: When surrounding temperature is

high. When using time becomes notably short

even after the batteries are fully charged,replace them with new ones.

Be sure to push the USB connector all the

way in. Otherwise, the recorder may notoperate properly. Use the supplied USB extension cable

depending on situations.

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Powersupply

Power supply

Turning on/off the power

When the recorder is not being used,

turn the power off to reduce batteryconsumption to a minimum. Even ifthe power is turned off, existing data,mode settings, and clock settings will bemaintained.

Turning on the power

While the recorders power is off,slide the POWER/HOLDswitch in thedirection indicated by the arrow.

The display will turn on, and the powerwill be turned on.

The resume function will bring therecorder back to the stop position inmemory before power was turned off.

Notes

This recorder is designed to fully charge

batteries regardless of their energy level.However, for best results when chargingnewly purchased rechargeable batteriesor batteries that have not been used fora long time (more than one month), It isrecommended to fully charge the batteriesthen discharge repeatedly for 2 to 3 times.

When disposing rechargeable batteries,

always observe the local laws andregulations. Contact you local recyclingcenter for proper disposal methods.

If Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are notfully discharged, protect against short-circuiting (e.g. by taping the contacts)before disposing.

For customers in Germany:Olympus has a contract with the GRS (JointBattery Disposal Association) in Germany toensure environmentally friendly disposal.

Power save mode

If the recorder is on and stops for 10minutes or longer (default), the displayshuts off and it goes into power savemode (P.57).

To exit power save mode, press anybutton.

Turning off the power

Slide the POWER/HOLDswitch in the

direction indicated by the arrow for0.5 seconds or longer.

The display shuts off, and the power willbe turned off.

The resume function remembers thestop position before the power is turnedoff.

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HOLD

If you bring the recorder is set to HOLD mode, the running conditions will be preserved, andall buttons will be disabled. This feature is useful when the recorder has to be carried in a bag

or pocket. Also, you can stop to prevent accident during recording.

Set the recorder to HOLD mode

Slide the POWER/HOLDswitch to the[HOLD] position.

After [Hold] appears on the display, therecorder is set to HOLD mode.

Notes

If you press any button in HOLD mode, the clock display ashes for 2 seconds, but it willnot operate the recorder.

If HOLD is applied during playback (recording), operation is disabled with the playback(recording) state unchanged (When playback has ended and the recording has ended dueto the remaining memory being used up, it will stop).

HOLD

Exit HOLD mode

Slide the POWER/HOLDswitch to theAposition.

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+button

90button

OK`/MENUbutton

LISTbutton

Settingtimeanddate

If you set the time and date beforehand,the information when the file is recorded is

automatically stored for each file. Settingthe time and date beforehand enables easierfile management.

When you use the recorder for thefirst time after purchasing it, or whenthe batteries have been insertedwithout the device having been used

in a long time, the [Set Time & Date]will appear. When the Hour isflashing, conduct the setup fromStep 1.

1 Press the9or0button toselect the item to set.

Select the item from the Hour,Minute, Year, Month and Daywith a flashing point.

2 Press the +or button to set.

Follow the same steps by pressing the

9or0button to select the nextitem, and press the +or button toset.

You can select between 12 and 24hour display by pressing the LISTbutton while setting the hour andminute.

Example: 10:38 P.M

10:38 PM(Initial setting)

22:38

You can select the order of theMonth, Day and Year bypressing the LISTbutton whilesetting them.

Example: July 15, 2010

7M 15D 2010Y(Initial setting)

15D 7M 2010Y

2010Y 7M 15D

Setting time and date [Time & Date]

The clock will start from the set dateand time. Press the OK /MENUbutton according to the time signal.

Note

If you press the OK /MENUbuttonduring the setup operation, the recorderwill save the items that were set to thatpoint.


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Settingtimeanddate

Setting time and date [Time & Date]

+button

90button

OK`/MENUbutton

STOP (4) button

Changing the time and date

5 Press the OK`/MENUor9button.

[Time & Date] will appear on thedisplay.

The Hour will flash on the display,indicating the start of the Time andDate setup process.

3 Press the OK`/MENUor9button to move the cursor to the

item to set. [Device Menu] will appear on the

display.

4 Press the +or button to select[Time & Date].

1 While the recorder is duringstop mode, press and hold theOK`/MENUbutton.

The menu will appear on the display(P.47).

2 Press the +or button to select[Device Menu] tab.

You can change the menu display bymoving the settings tab cursor.

While the recorder is during stopmode, press and hold the STOP(4)button to display the [Time & Date]and [Remain]. If the current time anddate is not correct, set it using theprocedure below.

The following steps are the same asStep 1 through Step 3 of Setting timeand date [Time & Date] (P.17).

6 Press the STOP(4) button to closethe menu screen.

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InsertingandejectingamicroSDcard

The microSD indicated in the instructionmanual refers to both microSD andmicroSDHC. This recorder can be used withcommercially available microSD cards aswell as the built-in memory.

Inserting a microSD card

1 While the recorder is during stopmode, open the card cover.

3 Close the card cover securely.

2 Face the microSD card the correctway and insert it into the cardslot as shown in the diagram.

Insert the microSD card keeping itstraight.

Inserting the microSD card the wrongway or at an angle could damage the

contact area or cause the microSDcard to jam. If the microSD card is not inserted all

the way, data may not be written tothe microSD card.

When you insert the microSD card,the recording media changeoverdisplay will appear.

4 When you are recording to amicroSD card, press the +or button and select [Yes].






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InsertingandejectingamicroSDcard


Notes

It is possible to switch the recording

media over to the built-in memory(P.47, P.57 ).

In some cases microSD card which havebeen formatted (initialized) by anotherdevice, such as a computer, cannot berecognized. Be sure to format them withthis recorder before using (P.63).

Ejecting a microSD card

1 While the recorder is during stopmode, open the card cover.

2 Push the microSD card inward tounlock it, and let it eject partially.

The microSD card is visibly out of theslot and can be removed safely.

If you eject the microSD card whenthe memory is selected to [microSDCard], it will automatically changedto [Built-in Memory Selected].

3 Close the card cover securely.

Notes

Releasing your nger quickly afterpushing the microSD card inward maycause it to eject forcefully out of the slot.

Before inserting the microSD card, turnoff the write protection function. Checkthe Olympus website regarding microSD

cards which are conrmed operation withthis recorder. This recorder may not recognize correctly

on some microSD cards which are notcompatible with this recorder.

In the case when the microSD card cannotbe recognized, remove the microSD cardthen put it in again to see if this recorder

recognizes the microSD card. The processing performance reduces in

a microSD card when you repeat writingand delete. In this case, format themicroSD card (P.63).

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[Home]displayoperations

+buttonOK`/MENU

button

LISTbutton

[Home] display operations


1 Press the LISTbutton repeatedlyto set the [Home] display.

[Home] will appear on the display.

When [Recorder] is selected: The recorder will go into [Recorder]

mode. You will be able to recordand playback files recorded by therecorder (P.25, P.31).As well as an voice recorder and a music player,

you can also use the recorder as a radio*.*For WS-710M only.

2 Press the + or button to selectthe mode.

When [FM Radio]* is selected: The recorder will go into [FM Radio]

mode, and you will be able to receive

FM radio(P.41, P.42).

When [Music] is selected: The recorder will go into [Music] mode,

and you will able to playback music filestransferred to the recorder (P.31).

3 Press the OK`/MENUbutton.

Note

During recording, you cannot switch themode without stopping the recorder.

*For WS-710M only

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Home

Folder A

Folder B

Folder C

Folder D

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Recorder

RadioFolder

Folder E

Notesonthefolders


The built-in memory or the microSD card can be used for the recording media (For WS-710M,WS-700M only).The voice files and the music files are separated into folders for voice

recordings and folders for music playback that are organized in a branching tree-style andsaved.

About the folders for voice recordings

[Folder A] - [Folder E] within the [Recorder] folder are the folders for voice recordings. Whenrecording with this recorder, select any one of the five folders and then record.

When you record from the radio, therecording will be stored automatically in the

[Radio Folder] folder (For WS-710M only).

Becomes destination formicrophone recording.

Note

Files or folders located under the folder [Recorder] will not be indicated on the recorder.

You can change the modeon the [Home] display(For WS-710M, WS-700Monly).

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Artist 01

Artist 02

Artist 03

001

002

003

004

200

FolderFile

Album 01

Album 02

Album 03

Home

Music

About the folder for music playback

Each folder can storeup to 200 files.

Up to 300 folders can be created under the [Music]

folder, including [Music].


When transferring music files to the device using Windows Media Player, a folder is automaticallycreated within the music playback folder which has a layered structure as shown in the diagrambelow. Music files that are in the same folder can be rearranged in preferential order and replayed(P.59).

First layer Second layer

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Change folders while the operation is stopped or played back. For information on the layeredstructure of the folders, see the section entitled Notes on the folders (P.22, P.23).

Moving through the levels

}Return: LISTbuttonEach time you press this it returns up onelevel. The list display can be operated bythe0button. When you press and hold the LIST

button while moving in a hierarchy offolders, it will return to the le display.

{Proceed: OK`/MENUbuttonEach time you press this it opens thefolder or file selected in the list displayand proceeds down one level. The list display screen can be

operated by the9button.+ or buttonSelect the folder or file.

[Home] display*:Allows the mode of the recorder to bechanged (P.21).

File display:Information of the selected file isdisplayed. Enters in playback standbymode.

List display:The folders and files recorded in thisrecorder are displayed.

* For WS-710M, WS-700M only

Selecting the folders and files

Operation of the folders for voice recordings

Operation of the folders for music playbacks*

[Home] display*

Folder listdisplay

File list display File display

Folder listdisplay

Folder listdisplay

(First layer)

Folder listdisplay

(Second layer)

File list display File display

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STOP(4)button

About recording

Notes

To ensure that you do not lose thebeginning of the recording, only recordafter conrming that the recordingindicator light is lit and checking themode indicator on the display.

When remaining recording time is lessthan 60 seconds, the recording indicatorlight starts ashing. When the recordingtime is decreasing to 30 or 10 seconds,the light ashes faster.

[Folder Full] will appear when therecording cannot be made any further.Select on other folder or delete any

unnecessary les before recording(P.39). [Memory Full] will appear when the

memory is full. Delete any unnecessaryles before recording any further(P.39).

1 Select the recording folder(P.22 to P.24).

2 Press the REC(s) button to startrecording.

The recording indicator light glowsand [] will appear on the display.

Turn the microphone in the directionof the source to be recorded.

aRecording modebRemaining memory bar indicatorcElapsed recording timedRemaining recording timeeLevel meter (change according to

the recording level and recordingfunction settings)

[Rec Mode] cannot be changed inthe recording standby mode or whilerecording. Configure this while therecorder is stopped (P.47, P.49).

3 Press the STOP(4) button to stoprecording.

[] will appear on the display.

In modes other than [Recorder] mode,[Cannot record in this folder] willappear if you press the REC(s) button.Only record after you have set the mode

to [Recorder] mode on the [Home]display (P.21).

With the WS-710M, you can record FMradio in [FM Radio] mode (P.46).


fFile length

Before starting recording, select a folderbetween [&] to [*]. These five folders canbe selectively used to distinguish the kindof recording; for example, Folder [&] mightbe used to store private information, whileFolder ['] might be dedicated to holdingbusiness information.

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[] will appear on the display. When operating in [Recorder] mode, the

last file recorded using the microphonewill be play back.

When operating in [FM Radio] mode,the recorder will automatically enter[Recorder] mode, and the last filerecorded from the FM radio will playback.

Pause

While the recorder is duringrecording mode, press the REC(s)button.

[] will appear on the display. The recorder will time out after 60

minutes when left in [Rec Pause].

Resume Recording:

Press the REC(s) button again.

Recording will resume at the point ofinterruption.

To quickly check on the recorded contents

While the recorder is during recordingmode, press the OK`/MENUbutton.

Settings relating to Recording

[Mic Sense](P.47, P.49)

Sets the recording sensitivity.

[Rec Mode] *1(P.47, P.49)

Sets the recording rate foreach recording format.

[Zoom Mic] *2(P.47, P.50)

Sets the directivity of thebuiltin stereo microphone

[Low Cut Filter](P.47, P.50)

This function can reducenoise from air conditioners,projectors and other similarnoises.

[VCVA](P.47, P.50)

Sets the threshold level forthe Variable Control VoiceActuator (VCVA).

[V-Sync. Rec](P.47, P.51)

Sets the start level for voicesync recording.

[Rec Scene](P.47, P.52)

Sets the recording settingswhich matches the recordingcondition or environment.

*1For WS-710M (In [FM Radio] mode, theonly setting of the [Rec Mode] settingsyou can change is the recording leformat).

*2For WS-710M only.

For WS-710M, WS-700M only: We recommend formatting the record

media in the recorder before recording(P.63). When a microSD card is inserted in the

recorder, be sure to conrm the recordingmedia as either [Built-in Memory]or [microSD Card] so that there is nomistake (P.47, P.57).

If the REC(s) button is pressed when a

function other than the record functionis specied, [Cannot record in thisfolder] is displayed. Select a folder from[Folder A] through [Folder E] and startrecording again.

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+buttonOK`/MENU

button

SCENE/INDEXbutton

Listening while audio is recorded

If you start recording after inserting theearphone into the EARjack on the recorder,you can hear the sound being recorded. Therecording monitor volume can be adjustedby pressing the +or button.

Connect the earphone to the EARjack on the recorder.

After recording has started, you can hearthe sound being recorded through theearphone.

Notes

Recording level cannot be controlledusing the volume button.

When using the earphones, do NOT setthe volume too high. Listening at veryhigh volume may lead to hearing loss.

Do not place earphones near a

microphone as this may cause feedback. When the external speaker is connectedwhile recording, there is a risk that audiofeedback will occur.

Changing the recording scene[Rec Scene]

You can easily change the recording settingsby selecting the scene which best matchesyour usage (P.47, P.52).

1 While the recorder is duringstop mode, press and hold theSCENE/INDEXbutton.

2 Press the +or button to select[Rec Scene].


4 Press the +or button to selectthe recording scene.


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Recommended settings by recording condition

The recorder is initially set to [ST XQ] (WMA format) mode so that you can make high qualitystereo recordings immediately after purchasing it. The various functions relating to recordingcan be configured in detail to suit the recording conditions. The following table shows therecommended settings for some example recording conditions.

Recordingcondition

Recommended settings

[Rec Mode](P.47, P.49)

[Mic Sense](P.47, P.49)

[Low Cut Filter](P.47, P.50)

[Zoom Mic]*1(P.47, P.50)

Lectures in largerooms.

[PCM]: [44.1kHz/16bit]*2[MP3]: [128kbps] or more[WMA]: [ST XQ] [Hight]

[On]

[+6]

Conferences withlarge crowds.

[MP3]: [128kbps] or more[WMA]: [ST XQ]

[Off]

Meetingsand businessnegotiations witha small number ofpeople.

[MP3]: [128kbps][WMA]: [ST XQ]

[Middle]

Dictation with alot of backgroundnoise.

[WMA]: [HQ] [Low]

Music playing,

wild birds singing,and railwaysounds.

[PCM]: [44.1kHz/16bit]*2

Set the microphone

sensitivityaccording to thevolume beingrecorded.

[Off]

*1For WS-710M only. *2For WS-710M, WS-700M only. *3For WS-600S only.

WS71 0001 .WMA

1 2 3

File names will be automatically created for files recorded by this recorder.

1User ID: The user ID name that has been set on

the Digital Voice Recorder.

2File number: A le number is consecutively

assigned regardless of the changes inthe recording media.

3Extension: These are the le name extensions for

the recording format when recordingwith this device. Linear PCM format* .WAV MP3 format .MP3 WMA format .WMA

*For WS-710M, WS-700M only.

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To MIC jack

Recording from externalmicrophone or other devices

The external microphone and other devicescan be connected and the sound can berecorded. Connect as follows by the deviceto be used. Do not plug and unplug devices into the

recorders jack while it is recording.

Recording with externalmicrophone:Connect an external microphone tothe MICjack of the recorder.

Applicable external microphones(optional) (P.86)

Stereo microphone: ME51S The built-in large-diameter microphone

enables sensitive stereo recording.

2 channel microphone (omni-directional): ME30W These are highly sensitive omni-

directional microphones supported byplug-in power which are well-suited torecording musical performances.

Compact Gun Microphone

(unidirectional): ME31 The directional microphones useful for

recordings such as outdoor recordingof wild birds singing.

Compact zoom microphone(unidirectional): ME32

The microphone is integrated with atripod, making it suitable to place on atable and record conferences or lecturefrom a distance.

Highly sensitive noise-cancellationmonaural microphone (unidirectional):ME52W

This microphone is used to recordsound at a distance while minimizingsurrounding noise.

Tie clip microphone (omni-directional):ME15 Small concealing microphone with a

tie-clip.

Telephone pickup: TP7 Earphone type microphone can beplugged into your ear while phoning.The voice or conversation over thephone can be clearly recorded.

Notes

The built-in microphone will becomeinoperable when an external microphoneis plugged into the recorders MICjack.

Microphones supported by plug-inpower can also be used.

When the external stereo microphoneis used while [Rec Mode] is set to amonaural recording mode, audio will

be recorded to the L channel only(P.47, P.49).

When an external monaural microphoneis used while [Rec Mode] is set to a stereorecording mode, it enables recordingonly with the L channel microphone(P.47, P.49).


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STOP (4) button

Playback

aRecording media indicator*, Filename

bFolder indicatorcPlayback position bar indicator

dElapsed playback timeeFile length


3 Press the +or button to adjustto a comfortable listeningvolume.

1 Select the folder whichcontains the files to be playedback (P.22 to P.24).

2 Press the OK`/MENUbutton tostart playback.

[] will appear on the display.

When you want to playback a letransferred from your PC, set therecorder in [Recorder] or [Music]mode based on where you havetransferred the le.

If you want to playback the leyou recorded, set the recorder to[Recorder] mode (P.21).


The volume can be adjusted within a

range from [00] to [30]. 4 Press the STOP(4) button at

any point you want to stop theplayback.

[] will appear on the display. This will stop the file being played

back midway. When the resume

function is activated the stoppedlocation will be registered, even if thepower is turned off. The next time thepower is turned on, playback may beresumed from the registered stoppedlocation.

The recorder can playback WAV*, MP3and WMA format files. To playback a filerecorded with other machines, you need totransfer (copy) it from a computer.* For WS-710M, WS-700M only.

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Playback

Settings relating to playback

[Noise Cancel]*1(P.47, P.53)

If recorded audio is difficultto understand because ofnoisy surroundings, adjustthe Noise Cancel settinglevel.

[EUPHONY]*2(P.47, P.53)

The EUPHONY setting canbe set to one of 4 levelsaccording to your preference.

[Play Mode](P.47, P.54)

You can select the playbackmode that fits yourpreference.

[Voice Filter]*1(P.47, P.54)

The recorder has a Voice

Filter Function to cut lowand high frequency tonesduring normal, fast, or slowplayback, and enable clearaudio playback.

[Equalizer]*2(P.47, P.55)

If you change the equalizersetting, you can enjoy themusic with your favoritesound quality.

[Skip Space](P.47, P.55)

The skip inter val length canbe set.

[Play Scene](P.47, P.55)

Playback settings of yourchoice can be saved to suitdifferent sound qualities andplayback methods.

*1Can be operated only in [Recorder] mode.*2Can be operated only in [Music] mode.

For WS-710M/WS-700M:[Play Mode](P.47, P.54)

You can select the playbackmode that fits yourpreference.

[Voice Filter](P.47, P.54)

The recorder has a VoiceFilter Function to cut lowand high frequency tonesduring normal, fast, or slow

playback, and enable clearaudio playback.

[Skip Space](P.47, P.55)

The skip interval length canbe set.

[Play Scene](P.47, P.55)

Playback settings of yourchoice can be saved to suitdifferent sound qualities andplayback methods.

For WS-600S:

Playback through earphone

An earphone can be connected to the EARjack of the recorder for listening. When the earphone is used, the recorder

speaker will be switched-off.

Notes

To avoid irritation to the ear, insert theearphone after turning down the volume level.

When you listen with the earphone duringplayback, do not raise the volume too

much. It may cause hearing impairment anddecrease in hearing ability.

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[] will appear on the display. If you release the9button, it will stop.

Press the OK /MENUbutton to start

playback from where it was stopped.While the recorder is duringplayback mode, press and hold the9button.

When you release the9button therecorder will resume normal playback.

If there is an index mark or temp mark in

the middle of the file, the recorder willstop at that location (P.35).

The recorder stops when it reaches theend of the file. Continue pressing the9button to proceed with the cuefrom the beginning of the next file.

Forwarding

While the recorder is during stopmode in the file display, press andhold the9button.

Rewinding

While the recorder is during stopmode in the file display, press andhold the0button.

[] will appear on the display. If you release the0button, it will stop.

Press the OK /MENUbutton to start

playback from where it was stopped.While the recorder is duringplayback mode, press and hold the0button.

When you release the0button therecorder will resume normal playback.

If there is an index mark or temp mark in

the middle of the file, the recorder willstop at that location (P.35).

The recorder stops when it reaches thebeginning of the file. Continue pressingthe0button to proceed with thereview from the end of the previous file.


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SCENE/INDEXbutton

1 While the recorder is duringrecording mode or playbackmode, press the SCENE/INDEX

button. A number appears on the display and

an index mark or temp mark will beplaced.

Setting an index mark or a tempmark

If index marks and temp marks are placed,you can quickly find a location you want tolisten to in fast forward and fast rewind andwhen cuing a file. Index marks can only beplaced on files created by Olympus voicerecorders, but temp marks can be placedinstead to temporarily remember desired

locations.

Clearing an index mark or a temp mark

1 Locate the index or temp markyou want to clear.

2 Press the9or0button toselect the index or temp mark toerase.

3 While the index or temp numberappears for approximately 2seconds on the display, press theERASEbutton.

The index or temp mark is erased.

Index or temp numbers after theerased index or temp number willautomatically move up.

Notes Temp marks are temporary markings, so

if you transmit a le to the PC, or moveit with a PC, they will be automaticallyerased.

Up to 16 index and temp marks can beset in a le. If you try to place more than16 index or temp marks, [Index Full]

message will appear for index marks, and[Temp Mark Full] for temp marks.

Index or temp marks cannot be set orerased in a locked le (P.47, P.49).

Even after an index or temp mark isplaced, recording or playback willcontinue so you can place index ortemp marks in other locations in a

similar manner.

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a


Changing the playback speed

Change the speed according to need such aslistening to meeting content at a fast speedor reviewing spots that you couldn't catchin a language lesson at a slow speed. Thetone will be automatically adjusted digitallywithout changing the voice so it soundsnatural.

1 While the recorder is duringplayback mode, press theOK`/MENUbutton.

When the sampling frequency of theplayback file is 48 kHz or 32 kHz, youcannot play back at 3-times speed. Forthese frequencies, the maximum fastplayback speed is 2-times*.* On the WS-600S, the maximum fast

playback is 2-times.

Notes

As in normal playback mode, you canstop playback, cue a file, or insert anindex mark in slow playback and fastplayback modes as well (P.35).

The slow playback or fast playback isavailable even if either [Voice Filter] or

[Equalizer] is set (P.47, P.54, P.55).

For WS-710M, WS-700M only: The slow playback or fast playback is

not available if either [Noise Cancel] or[EUPHONY] effect is set (P.47, P.53).

2 Press the +or button to selectplayback speed.

About the limits of fast playback


aPlayback speed indicator

Even if playback is stopped, the changedplayback speed will be retained. The nextplayback will be at that speed.

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REC(s) button

1 Select a file that has a segmentyou would like to playbackrepeatedly, and start playback.

2 Press the REC(s) button at thepoint you want to start segmentrepeat playback.

[w] will flash on the display.

How to begin segment repeatplayback

This function enables repeated playback ofpart of the file being played.

You can fast forward, rewind, orchange playbackspeed as you canoperate in normal mode, when [w]is flashing to find the end position(P.33, P.36).

When it reaches to the end of the filewhile [w] is flashing, the point willbecome the end position, and repeat

playback will start.

3 Press the REC(s) button again atthe position where you want to

end segment repeat playback. The recorder repeatedly plays back

the segment until the segment repeatplayback is cancelled.

Note

As in normal playback mode, playbackspeed can be changed during segment

repeat playback as well (P.36). If anindex mark and temp mark are insertedor eliminated during segment repeatplayback, segment repeat playback willbe canceled and it will return to normalplayback mode (P.35).

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+button

OK`/MENUbutton

SCENE/INDEXbutton

Cancel the segment repeat playback function

Pressing any of the followingbuttons will release the segmentrepeat playback.

aPress the STOP(4) buttonPressing the STOP(4) button willrelease segment repeat playback, andstop playback.

bPress the REC(s) buttonPressing the REC(s) button will releasesegment repeat playback, and playbackcontinues without repeating.

cPress the9buttonPressing the9button will releasesegment repeat playback, and fastforward and cue to the beginning of thenext file.

dPress the0buttonPressing the0button will release

segment repeat playback, and reverse tothe beginning of the current file.

Changing the playback scene[Play Scene]

When you register playback settings forpreferred playback scenes, you can easilychange between playback functions (P.47,P.55).

1 While the recorder is during stopmode or playback mode, pressand hold the SCENE/INDEXbutton.

2 Press the +or button to select[Play Scene].


4 Press the +or button to selectthe playback scene.

For WS-600S, you can select from[Voice 1] to [Voice 5].


Example:WS-710M, WS-700M

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ERASEbutton


ERASEbutton

Erasing files

A selected file can be erased from a folder.Also, all files in a folder can be erasedsimultaneously.

1 Select the file you want to erase(P.22 to P.24).

2 While the recorder is during stopmode in the file display, press theERASEbutton.

3 Press the +or button to select[Erase in Folder] or [File Erase].


The display changes to [Erase!] and

erasing will start. [Erase Done] is displayed when thefile is erased. File numbers will bereassigned automatically.

Erasing a folder

1 Select the folder you want to

erase (P.22 to P.24).

2 While the recorder is during stopmode in the folder list display,press the ERASEbutton.

4 Press the OK`/MENUbutton. 5 Press the +button to select

[Start].


You can erase files by deleting folders.

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Notes

You cannot recover a le once it has beenerased. Please check carefully beforeerasing.

The locked les and les set as read-onlycannot be erased (P.47, P.49).

If an action is not selected within 8seconds, the recorder will return to stopstatus.

If there is a le that cannot be recognizedby the recorder, the le and the folderwhich contains that le will not be erased.Please connect the record to your PC toerase.

4 Press the OK`/MENUbutton. The display changes to [Erase!] anderasing will start.

[Erase Done] is displayed when thefile is erased. File numbers will bereassigned automatically.

3 Press the +button to select[Start].

For WS-710M, WS-700M only: When an microSD card is inserted in the

recorder, be sure to conrm the recordingmedia as either [Built-in Memory]or [microSD Card] so that there is nomistake (P.47, P.57).

It may take over 10 seconds to completeprocessing. Never perform operationssuch as the following while processing, asthey may damage the data. In addition,replace the battery with a new one inorder to ensure that the battery will notrun out while processing.1Disconnecting the AC Adapter while

processing.2Removing the battery while

processing.

3Remove the microSD card ard during

processing when [microSD Card] isbeing used as the recording media. The default folders of the recorder,

namely [Recorder], including [Folder A]to [Folder E] and [Radio Folder]) and[Music] cannot be erased.

In the [Music] folder, all folders except[Music] can be deleted.

For WS-600S only: It may take over 10 seconds to complete

processing. Never perform operationssuch as the following while processing, asthey may damage the data. In addition,replace the battery with a new one inorder to ensure that the battery will notrun out while processing.

1Disconnecting the AC Adapter whileprocessing.2Removing the battery while

processing. You cannot delete folders through the

recorder.

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UsingtheFMradio

(For WS 710M only)

Using the FM radio

Connecting the earphones

The supplied earphones function as an FMantenna. You will not be able to receiveFM radio signals if the earphones are not

connected.

Also note that you will not be able toreceive radio signals in locations notreached by radio waves, such as areasoutside the broadcast region and areassurrounded by mountains.

Move to a location where the signal canbe easily received. Inside a building,

broadcast signals will be more easilyreceived near windows.

The recorder may not be able to receive theFM signal within or close to buildings

Notes

Even within the broadcast region, radio signals may be diffi cult to receive in tunnels orunderground roads, inside or in the shadow of buildings and apartment blocks coveredwith a concrete structures, and other similar locations. You may not be able to get radio

reception in these locations. For best reception, avoid using the radio at the same time as a cellular phone, PC,

television or other electrical product. Such products may cause noise.

If you use the radio while connected to the AC adapter (A514 etc.), noise may begenerated. When using the FM radio, be sure to use the battery.

For WS-710M:

Radio reception will vary substantially depending on where you are using theradio. If the reception is poor, adjust the antenna position or orientation, or placethe recorder in a location where a radio signal can be easily received, such as by awindow.


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Plug in theearphones

+buttonOK`/MENU

button

Presetting radio stationsautomatically [Auto-preset]

Presetting stations makes it easy to find yourdesired station.

3 Press the OK`/MENUor9button to move the cursor to theitem to set.

1 Set to [FM Radio] mode (P.21).

2 Press and hold the OK`/MENUbutton. The menu will appear on the display

( P.47)

4 Press the +or button to select[Auto-preset].


[Auto-preset] will appear on thedisplay.

Select [Cancel] and press theOK /MENUbutton to return to theprevious display.

6 Press the OK`/MENUbutton again.

[Scanning] will appear on the displayand scanning will start. When [Presetcomplete] appears, the scan iscomplete.

Note

The preset numbers will be automaticallyassigned according to frequency.


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90button

OK`/MENUbutton

Changing the reception mode

Select the reception mode according toreception conditions. If the signal fromthe station you are looking for is weak andcannot be detected using Auto Preset,change to manual reception and fine tunethe frequency.

1 Perform Steps 1 through 3 fromFM radio mode operations

(

P.42).

Preset call mode: Press the9or0button to

select a preset station.

aPreset number

Auto/Manual mode: Press the9or0button to

adjust the frequency and receivea signal (Manual reception).

Repeatedly press the9or0buttons to scan throughthe receivable stations (Auto

reception).bTuning frequency

2 Press the OK`/MENUbutton toselect a reception mode.

The reception mode will change oneach press of the OK /MENUbutton


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FMradiomodeoper

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Adding a radio station

You can add stations from Auto/Manual

reception to the presets.

1 Receive a radio station to preset.

2 Press the SCENE/INDEXbutton.

Select [Cancel] and press theOK /MENUbutton to return to theprevious display.

Deleting a radio station

1Receive the preset station youwish to erase.

2Press the ERASEbutton.


Up to 30 stations can be preset.

Select [Cancel] and press theOK /MENUbutton to return tothe previous display.

3Press the OK`/MENUbutton.

Note

The preset numbers will be automaticallyassigned according to frequency.

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STOP(4)button

REC(s) button

RecordingFMradio

When you record FM radio, therecording will be stored automaticallyin the [FM Radio] folder in the[Recorder] folder.

Notes

When recording FM radio, be sure toconnect the earphones to the EARjack.

When recording FM radio, the le nameassigned when recording (P.32) will beappended with a date and time.

WS710001_100715_0915.WMA

Date: [100715] (2010, July 15) Time: [0915] (9.15 am)

For WS-710M: When recording FM radio:

Even if the FM radio sounds good, certainreception conditions may cause noiseonce the recording has started. To ensurethat there are no mistakes with therecording, make a test recording. Also, besure to record in a location with the bestpossible reception.

1 Receive the broadcast programyou wish to record (P.21, P.42).

2 In menu settings relating to FMradio, set [Output] to [Earphones]

(P.47, P.59). If [Output] is set to [Speaker],

you will not be able to record.

3 Press the REC(s) button to startrecording.

The recording indicator light glowsand [] will appear on the display.

aRecording formatbPreset numbercTuning frequencydElapsed recording timeeRemaining recording time

4 Press the STOP(4) button to stoprecording.

[] will disappear and the receptiondisplay will return.

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OK`/MENUbutton

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1 While the recorder is duringstop mode, press and hold theOK`/MENUbutton.

The menu will appear on the display.

Menu items can be set during arecording or playback (P.48).

2 Press the +or button to moveto the tab that contains the itemyou want to set (P.49 to P.64).

You can change the menu display bymoving the settings tab cursor.

3 Press the OK`/MENUor9button to move the cursor to theitem to set.

4 Press the +or button to moveto the item you want to set.

5 Press the OK`/MENUor9button.

Moves to the setting of the selecteditem.

6 Press the +or button to changethe setting (P.49 to P.64).

Items in menus are categorized by tabs, soselect a tab first and move to a desired itemto quickly set it . You can set each menu itemas follows.

7 Press the OK`/MENUbutton to

complete the setting. You will be informed that the settings

have been established via the screen.

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4 Setting menu during playback:


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Pressing the0button withoutpressing the OK /MENUbutton willcancel the settings and return you tothe previous screen.

8 Press the STOP(4) button toclose the menu screen.

When in the menu screen duringrecording or playback, pressing the0or STOP(4) button will allowyou to return to the playback screenwithout interrupting recording orplayback.

Notes

The recorder will stop if you leave itidle for 3 minutes during a menu setupoperation, when a selected item is notapplied.

When entering menu settings duringrecording or playback, the menu settingswill be cancelled if 8 seconds elapse withno buttons being pressed.

4 Setting menu during recording:

Function Setting

[Mic Sense]

To menu item

options

[Zoom Mic]*1

[Low Cut Filter]

[VCVA]

[Backlight]

[LED]

4 Setting menu during playback:

Function Setting

[Property]

To menu item

options

[Noise Cancel]*2

[EUPHONY]*3

[Voice Filter]*4

[Play Mode]

[Equalizer]*3

[Skip Space]

[Backlight]

[LED]

4 Setting menu during FM radioreception (For WS-710M only): During recording in [FM Radio]

mode, only the [Backlight] and [LED]settings are possible.

Function Setting

[Rec Mode]

To menu item

options

[Auto-preset]

[Scan sense]

[Backlight]

[LED]

[Output]

*1For WS-710M only.

*2For WS-710M, WS-700M only (It onlyworks in [Recorder] mode).

*3For WS-710M, WS-700M only (It onlyworks in [Music] mode).

*4It only works in [Recorder] mode.

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+ File Menu Select the files for which you would like


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,Rec MenuMic Sense

Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meetrecording needs.

[High]: Highest recording sensitivity suitablefor recording at a distance or low volume,such as at conferences with a largenumber of people.

[Middle]: Suitable for recording meetingsand seminars with a small number ofpeople.

[Low]: Lowest recording sensitivity suitable

for dictation. When you would like to clearly recorda speakers voice, set [Mic Sense] to[Low] and hold recorders built-in stereomicrophone close to the speakers mouth(5-10 cm) when recording.

Rec Mode

The recorder can record in the linear PCMformat (For WS-710M, WS-700M only). Highresolution recording at a high sampling rateand high bit rate equivalent or superior tothat of a music CD is possible. Moreover, italso supports the MP3 and WMA formats.

1 Select the recording format.

[PCM]*: This is an uncompressed audioformat which is used for music CDsand the like.

[MP3]: MPEG is the internationalstandard established by a workinggroup of the ISO (InternationalOrganization for Standardization).

[WMA]: This is an audio compression

encoding method that wasdeveloped by the MicrosoftCorporation in the US.


+File Menu

Erase LockLocking a file keeps important data frombeing accidentally erased. Locked files arenot erased when you select to erase all filesfrom a folder (P.39).[On]: Locks the file and prevents it from being

erased.[Off]: Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased.

Replace

Refer to Rearranging files [Replace](P.59).

File DivideRefer to Dividing Files [File Divide](P.60).

Property

File and folder information can beconfirmed from the menu screen.When the file is selected:[Name] (File name), [Date] (Time stamp),[Size] (File size), [Bit Rate]*1(File format),[Artist]*2(Artist name) and [Album]*2(Album name) will appear on the display.*1 When a linear PCM format le has been

selected, [Bit Rate] area displays thesampling frequency and bit rate.

*2 When a le contains no tag information,the display contents of this area are blank.When [Recorder] is selected, [Artist] and[Album] will not appear on the display.

When the folder is selected:[Name] (File name), [Folder]*1(Numberof folder) and [File]*2 (Number of file) willappear on the display.

*1 When [Recorder] is selected, [Folder] willnot appear on the display.

*2 Files which cannot be recognized by thisrecorder are not included in the numberof les.

yto confirm information in advance beforeoperating the menu.

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When [PCM] is selected:

[44.1 kHz/16 bit]*1When [MP3] is selected: [256 kbps]*1, [192 kbps]*2,

[128 kbps]When [WMA] is selected: [ST XQ], [ST HQ], [ST SP], [HQ], [SP], [LP]*1For WS-710M, WS-700M only.*2For WS-600S only.

To record a meeting and lecture clearly,set other than [LP] in [Rec Mode].

When the external monaural microphoneis used while [Rec Mode] is set to a stereorecording mode, it enables recordingonly with the L channel microphone.

Zoom Mic

When you increase the value, thedirectivity will narrow.

Decreasing the value widens thedirectivity, enables you to record in aexpansive stereo sound.

If you reduce the directivity and widen therecording range, you can record in a soundwith expansive stereo feeling.

For WS-710M:

The directional microphone function utilizesDiMAGICs (DiMAGIC Co., Ltd.) DiMAGICVirtual Microphone (DVM) technology.DVM is an audio pickup system which

allows you to record by focusing on soundfrom any direction. From expansive stereorecording to high directivity recording, DVMrepresents the latest in directional controlmethods that allow you to switch to a singleexclusive microphone.

The recorder has a Low Cut Filter function to

minimize low-frequency sounds and recordvoices more clearly. This function can reducenoise from air conditioners, projectors andother similar noises.[On]: Enables the Low Cut Filter function.[Off]: Disables this function.

VCVA

When the microphone senses that sounds havereached a preset threshold volume level, thebuilt-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA)starts recording automatically, and stops whenthe volume drops below the threshold level.

The VCVA feature extends recording time andconserves memory by stopping recordingduring silent periods, which helps the playbackto be more efficient.[On]:

Enables the VCVA function. Will startrecording in VCVA mode.

[Off]:

Disables this function. Will resumerecording in normal mode.

When [V-Sync. Rec] is set to [On], [VCVA]is disabled. To use this function, set[V-Sync. Rec] to [Off] (P.51).

Adjust the start/stop actuationlevel:

1 Press the REC (s) button to startrecording.

When the sound volume is lower thanthe preset threshold sound level,recording automatically stops after1 sec approximately, and [Standby]flashes on the display. The recordingindicator light glows when recordingstarts and flashes when recordingpauses.

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a

b

adjust the start/stop actuationlevel.

The VCVA level can be set to any of 15different values.

The higher the value, the moresensitive the recorder to sounds. Atthe highest value, even the faintestsound will activate recording.

aLevel meter (varies according to thesound volume being recorded)bStart level (moves to the right/lef t

according to the set level) The start/stop actuation level also varies

depending on the selected microphonesensitivity mode (P.49).

If the starting level is not adjusted within

2 seconds, the display will return to theprevious.

If the surrounding noise is loud, thestarting sensitivity of the VCVA can beadjusted according to the recordingsituation.

To ensure successful recordings, priortesting and adjustment of the start/stop

actuation level is recommended.

Voice sync recording starts when a voice

louder than the voice sync level (detectionlevel) is detected. When the voice becomesquiet, recording will automatically stop. Whenvoice sync recording is on and the input levelfalls below the voice sync level (detection level)for a period of at least the specified detectiontime, the recorder will stop.

1 Select the [On] or [Off].[On]: Enables the Voice sync recording

function.[Off]: Disables this function.

If you select [On], proceed to theoperation of Step 2.

2 Sets the detection time.

[1 second] [2 seconds] [3 seconds][5 seconds] [10 seconds]: If the input (recording level) is equal

to or below the specified level forlonger than the specified detectiontime, the recorder stops.

Adjust the voice sync level:

1 Press the REC (s) button to startrecording.

To use voice sync recording, set[V-Sync. Rec] to [On] and specify adetection time.

2 Press the9or0button

adjust the voice sync level. The voice sync level can be set to any

of 15 different values. The higher the value, the more

sensitive the recorder to sounds. Atthe highest value, even the faintestsound will activate recording.

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[Scene Save].

aVoice sync level(moves to theright/left according to the set level)

3

Press theREC

(s

) button again. The recorder will go into standby.[Standby] will flash on the displayand the recording indicator light willflash.

When the input is at or above thevoice sync level, recording will startautomatically.

4 Voice sync recording stopsautomatically.

If sound at a volume below the voicesync level continues for the specifiedtime, voice sync recording will endautomatically, and the recorderwill return to the standby mode of

Step 3. Every time the recorder entersstandby mode, the file will be closedand recording will continue in adifferent file.

To stop the recorder during voicesync recording, press the STOP(4)button.

When [VCVA] is set to [On],

[V-Sync. Rec] is disabled. To use thisfunction, set [VCVA] to [Off] (P.50).

Rec Scene

The recording setting can be selected fromthe [Lecture], [Conference], [Meeting],[Dictation] templates to suit the recordingscene or situation. You can also save a

recording setting of your choice.

[Scene Select]: Select a recording

scene from the templates to suit therecording scene and conditions. Fordetails, see Template settings(P.53). Alternatively, selectrecording scene customized for aparticular purpose.

[Scene Save]: You can save up to 3 setsof menu settings relating to a current

recording. If you select [Scene Select], proceed

to the operation of Step 4.

When [Scene Save] is selected:

2 Set the recording settingsaccording to your preferences.

3 Specify a save destination.

You can select the save destinationfrom [User Setting 1], [User Setting 2]and [User Setting 3].

When [Scene Select] is selected:

4 Select the recording scene.

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[Lecture]:

[Mic Sense] [High][Rec Mode] [MP3]: [128 kbps]

[Zoom Mic]* [+6]

[Low Cut Filter] [On]

[VCVA] [Off]

[V-Sync. Rec] [Off]

[Conference]:

[Mic Sense] [High][Rec Mode] [MP3]: [128 kbps]

[Zoom Mic]* [Off]


[VCVA] [Off]

[V-Sync. Rec] [Off]

[Meeting]:

[Mic Sense] [Middle][Rec Mode] [MP3]: [128 kbps]

[Zoom Mic]* [Off]


[VCVA] [Off]

[V-Sync. Rec] [Off]

[Dictation]:

[Mic Sense] [Low][Rec Mode] [WMA]: [HQ]

[Zoom Mic]* [Off]


[VCVA] [Off]

[V-Sync. Rec] [Off]

[DNS]:

For Dragon Naturally Speaking(Nuance Communications Inc.)

* For WS-710M only If you select a recording scene, you

will not be able change the above-described menu settings relatingrecording. If you wish to use these

functions, set [Rec Scene] to [Off].To check the settings: On the [Scene Select] display, select

a recording scene using the +andbuttons, and press the9button.

[Scene Select] display.


If recorded audio is difficult to understandbecause of noisy surroundings, adjust theNoise Cancel setting level.[High] [Low]: Enables the Noise Cancel

function. Noise will be reduced in the filewhen its played back for better soundquality.

[Off]: Disables this function. When [Noise Cancel] is set to [Low] or

[High], slow/high speed playback and[Voice Filter] will not function. To usethese functions, set [Noise Cancel] to[Off] (P.36, P.54).

[Noise Cancel] only works in [Recorder]mode.

EUPHONY


This recorder is equipped with EUPHONYMOBILE, the latest in surround sound systemswhich combines bandwidth correction,expansion technology, and virtual acousticalsource processing technology. In additionto its natural, expansive feel, the recorder isequipped with the exceptional feature whereinlisteners are less prone to developing ancompressed or closed-in feel, or to growingtired over extended listening. On top of this,listeners are less prone to developing anoppressed or closed-in feel, or to growing tiredover extended listening. Level adjustments ofthe EUPHONY setting can be set to four stagesaccording to preference.

-Play MenuNoise Cancel

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You can select the playback mode that fits

your preference.

Select the desired playback range:

1 Select [Play Area].

2 Select [File], [Folder] or [All].

[File]: Selects the current file.[Folder] Selects the current folder.[All]: Selects all files in the internal

memory.

Select the desired playback mode:

1 Select [Repeat] or [Random].

[Repeat]: Sets to repeat playback mode.[Random]: Sets to random playback

mode.

2 Select [On] or [Off].

[On]: Sets the playback range to beplayed back repeatedly or randomly.

[Off]: Disables this function.


Set to [Music] mode.

This mode focuses more on lower soundregisters.

[Wide]: This mode has an even more expansive

feel.[Natural]: This mode achieves natural bandwidth

correction and acoustical field expansion.[Off]:

Disables this function. When [EUPHONY] is set to [Power],[Wide] or [Natural], slow/high speedplayback will not function. To use thesefunctions, set [EUPHONY] to [Off](P.36).

[EUPHONY] only works in [Music] mode. When playing back using the built-

in speaker, the EUPHONY function isdisabled.

Voice Filter

The recorder has a Voice Filter Function tocut low and high frequency tones duringnormal, fast, or slow playback, and enableclear audio playback.[On]: Enables the Voice Filter function.[Off]: Disables this function.For WS-710M, WS-700M only: When [Voice Filter] is set to [On],

[Noise Cancel] will not function. To use

this function, set [Voice Filter] to [Off](P.53). [Voice Filter] only works in [Recorder]

mode. [File]: Stop after playing back the currentfile.

[Folder]: Play files continuously in thecurrent folder until the last file and stop.

In [File] mode, when the recorder comesto the end of the last le in the folder,[End] ashes for two seconds on thedisplay and the recorder stops at the startof the last le.


Set to [Recorder] mode.

For WS-600S:

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This function enables you to skip (forward)

or reverse skip (rewind) a file being playedfor a set period. This function is convenientfor quickly skipping to another playbackposition or repeatedly playing back shortphra

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