Olympus V409110BU000 Instruction Manual

Olympus V409110BU000 Manual

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    RECORDER LS-20M Linear PCM Recorder DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS EN Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for information about using the product correctly and safely. Keep the instructions handy for future reference. To ensure successful recordings
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    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
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    INDEX Table of contents P.4 Safety precautions Getting started P.5 P.10 1 About recording/shooting P.34 2 About playback P.48 3 Menu setting P.65 4 Using the recorder on your PC P.92 5 Other information P.100 6 EN 3
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    the recorder [Format] A n 90 5 Using the recorder on your PC Operating environment 92 Connecting to your PC 94 Disconnecting from your PC 95 Transfer the voice files to your PC 96 Using Quick Time 97 Using as PC camera 99 6 Other information Alarm message list 100 Troubleshooting 102
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    as bathrooms or in the rain. When using products with weatherproof designs, read their manuals as well. • In places prone to strong vibrations. • Never drop the recorder or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations. • The recorder may malfunction if it is used in a location where it is subject to
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    the product, repair performed by the third party other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or any other reasons is excluded from the Olympus's liability. Handling the recorder f Warning: • Do not use the recorder near flammable or explosive gases. • Keep young children and infants
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    leaks or damaging their terminals, carefully follow all instructions regarding the use of batteries. Never attempt other way during operation, stop using the recorder. • If a battery leaks fluid onto 2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service. f Caution: • Please recycle
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    prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it immediately after using the recorder. AC adapter f Danger: • Be sure to use the AC adapter with the power outlet, and; 3 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for servicing. Continued use of the AC adapter under these circumstances
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    • Do not use or keep the AC adapter in very hot places, such as in direct sunlight, in a closed car on a sunny day, near a heater, on an electric carpet, etc. Do not use the AC adapter if something is covering it (such as a blanket). This may cause fire, explosion, leakage or overheating. LCD
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    Supports the 640x480 (30fps/ mp3) video format suitable for uploading video files (☞ P.71). s Incorporates a digital voice files recorded with the recorder (☞ P.74). s Supports high capacity recording media. Capable of recording shooting. When using this recorder as a camera, you can customize a
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    If anything is missing or damaged, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the recorder. LOCK 1 Voice Recorder SD card USB-AC adapter (F-3AC) Instructions USB cable • Warranty card • Contents may vary depending on purchase location. • Warranty differs depending on purchase location. Warranty
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    REMOTE jack Connect the receiver for the exclusive remote control set RS30W (optional). This enables operation of the start and stop recording/ shooting functions through the remote control. r Connector cover t HDMI micro connector y USB connector u Battery cover lock button i Battery cover o Tripod
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    2 File name 3 Guide indicator Identification of parts File display 1 Identification of parts 12 4 5 3 6 1 Battery indicator 2 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the folder 3 Remaining recording time/ File length 4 Recorder status indicator [K]: Record indicator [≠]: Pause
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    1 Current folder name 2 Folder name/File name 3 Guide indicator List display 2 1 2 3 12 4 5 3 6 1 Battery indicator 2 Current file number/ Total number of recorded files in the folder 3 File length 4 Recorder status indicator [L]: Stop indicator [•]: Play indicator [ß]: Forwarding indicator
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    Folder name File list display 1 2 3 1 Current folder name 2 File name 3 Guide indicator Identification of parts File display 1 1 Identification of parts 2 34 6 7 5 / Total number of recorded files in the folder 5 Remaining shooting time/ File length 6 Recorder status indicator [K]: Shooting
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    of parts 4 Icon display: 1 % 1 2 3 4 $ 5 678 90!@ # 1 Shooting mode (s) (n) 2 Recording Level (i) 3 Zoom (h)/ Volume (g) 4 Microphone Sensitivity (q)(r) 5 Low Cut Filter (c) 6 Limiter ([) 7 Voice Sync (Z) 8 Equalizer 9 Playback Mode (Y) (X) (W) 0 Self timer (j)(k) ! White balance Metering
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    Power supply Inserting the battery This recorder uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus (LI-42B). Do not use any 2 With the back label of the battery facing up, line up the terminals of the recorder and battery. Insert the battery by sliding in direction A while pushing down in direction B.
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    of time. • When replacing rechargeable battery, be sure to use lithium ion battery (LI-42B) specified by Olympus. The use of other manufacturers' products can damage the recorder and should be avoided. • Lithium ion battery is self discharging. After unpacking this product, charge the supplied
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    the PEAK/LED indicator light turns on. • When the battery is charged from the power off mode, pressing any button during charging will make the recorder switch to the normal stop mode. 5 Charging is completed. • The animation of the battery indicator on the sub LCD ends and the PEAK/LED indicator
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    You can charge the battery by connecting to a PC's USB port. When charging, be sure to correctly place the rechargeable battery (supplied) into the recorder (☞ P.17). 1 • Before connecting the USB cable, exit HOLD mode (☞ P.24). • Charging will not start if an SD card is not inserted. 1 Boot the PC
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    the recorder power is on or when this recorder is connected to another device. It may cause problems with the values and functions set in the recorder. in. Otherwise, the recorder may not operate properly. • Selecting [PC Camera] in the USB connection settings will prevent the recorder to charge via
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    Notes • This recorder is designed to fully charge battery regardless of their energy level. against short-circuiting (e.g. by taping the contacts) before disposing. For customers in Germany: Olympus has a contract with the GRS (Joint Battery Disposal Association) in Germany to ensure environmentally
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    , and clock settings will be maintained. Turning on the power While the recorder is turned off, slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the direction of the stop position before the power is turned off. Auto Power Off mode If the recorder is stopped/not used for over 10 minutes (default) while the power is
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    switch to the 1 [HOLD] position. Exit HOLD mode Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the A position. HOLD • After [Hold] appears on the sub LCD, the recorder is set to HOLD mode. Notes • If you press any button in HOLD mode, the clock display lights for 2 seconds, but it will not operate
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    Setting time and date [Time & Date] Setting the time and date beforehand enables easier file management. The recorder stores the time information automatically with the recording. 2 Press the + or − button to set. When you use the recorder for the first time, when you insert the battery after the
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    Date] will appear on the display. • The "Hour" will flash on the display, indicating the start of the Time and Date setup process. 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, press the MENU button. • The menu will appear on the display (☞ P.65). 2 Press the + or − button to select [Device Menu] tab
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    and ejecting an SD card The "SD" indicated in the instruction manual refers to both SD and SDHC. You can use any commercially available SD card with the recorder. Inserting an SD card 3 Close the card cover securely. 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, open the card cover. 1 2 Face the
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    . • Be sure to read the instruction manual supplied with the SD card before using it. • In the case when the SD card cannot be EN recognized, remove the SD card then put it in again to see if this recorder recognizes the SD 28 card. See the Olympus support homepage for a list of SD cards
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    , organized in a tree structure. About the folders for voice recordings [Folder A] - [Folder E] within the [Root] folder are the folders for voice recordings. When recording with this recorder, select any one of the five folders and then record. 1 Root Folder File Folder A Folder B Folder C Folder
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    Notes on the folders About the folders for movie shootings Movie files recorded with the LS-20M are stored into folders. Notes on the folders 1 Root DCIM Folder File First layer Movie100 Movie101 Movie102 9Æ9ï9OìäLåYòMÁP Movie999 Each folder can store up to
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    Notes on the folders Notes on the folders About the folder for music playback When transferring music files to the device using Windows Media Player, a folder is automatically created within the music playback folder which has a layered structure as shown in the diagram below. Music files that are
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    layered structure of the folders, see the section entitled "Notes on the folders" (☞ P.29 ~ P.31). A mode [Operation of the folders for voice recordings] n mode [Operation of the folders for movie shootings] 1 Folder list display File list display Folder list display A mode [Operation of the
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    is operating, the recorder will continue the operation but will change the mode automatically once the operation has stopped. About the icons used in this manual A n A n Indicates an operation or setting that is possible when the mode switch is at the voice mode position. Indicates an operation
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    Level] can be adjusted by [Manual] or [Auto]. Adjusting the recording level using the [Manual] setting allows a more customized recording to meet the recording environment. Refer to P.35-36 and P.68 for more information on the [Manual] setting. Before recording A When recording with the built-in
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    will appear on the sub LCD. • The main LCD turns off. a Remaining recording time b File number c Level meter (changes according to the recording level and recording function settings) • The voice sync level can be set when voice sync recording is on (☞ P.80). • [Rec Mode] cannot be changed in the
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    has been lowered and the excess input has been adjusted. 4 Press the REC (s) button to start recording. d • The recording/shooting indicator light grows and [K] will appear on the sub LCD. d Elapsed recording time EN 36 e • [L] will appear on the sub LCD. e File length Notes • To ensure that you
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    3 1 User ID: The user ID name that has been set on the Digital Voice Recorder. 2 File number: A file number is consecutively assigned. 3 Extension: These are the file name extensions for the recording format when recording with this device. • Linear PCM format .WAV EN • MP3 format .MP3 37
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    the recording sensitivity. Sets the recording rate for each recording format. You can configure whether to adjust the recording level automatically or to adjust it manually. This for recording, or to connect an external microphone for recording. Sets the start level for voice sync recording. EN 38
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    to suit the volume of the original sound [Rec Level]* (☞ P.68) You can configure whether to adjust the recording level automatically or to adjust it manually. When [Rec Level] is set to [Manual] you can configure the limiter function. [Rec Monitor] (☞ P.69) Select whether or not to output the
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    can be plugged into your ear while phoning. The voice or conversation over the phone can be clearly recorded. Notes • The built-in microphone will become inoperable when an external microphone is plugged into the recorder's MIC jack. • Microphones supported by plug-in power can also be used. When
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    to [Line] (☞ P.70). To audio input terminal of other devices To EAR jack Note • If you are unable to produce a clear recording with this recorder even after adjusting the recording level (☞ P.68), this could potentially be because the output level for the connected devices is too high or too low
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    the mode switch on the recorder to n (☞ P.33). Select the image quality: Set the movie resolution and recording format according to the content using the main LCD. While shooting, high-quality sound can be recorded using the built-in stereo microphone. Subject On mounting: Accurate adjustments
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    ) b Remaining shooting time c File number d Level meter (changes according to the recording level and recording function settings) 2 Press the 9 or 0 button to adjust the recording level of sound (☞ P.35). e 2 e Recording level guide indicator 3 Press the REC (s) button to start shooting. f • The
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    length Notes • To ensure that you do not lose the beginning of the recording, confirm that the shooting is activated by checking the recording/shooting indicator or the mode indicator in the sub LCD. • When remaining recording time is less than 60 seconds, the PEAK/LED indicator light starts
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    Adjusting the volume 1 Press the `OK button during shooting to change the function of the + and − buttons. Shooting movies n Using the zoom 1 Press the `OK button during shooting to change the function of the + and − buttons. a a Volume control indicator 2 Press the + or − button to adjust the
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    will shoot. [Main LCD Display] (☞ P.71) Set whether to turn the main LCD on or off during shooting. [Reverse Angle Recording] (☞ P.71) Set shooting with the recorder turned upside down. [Magic Movie] Use special effects to shoot (☞ P.72) rich and expressive movies. [Image Stabilizer] (☞ P.72
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    convenient to use these settings in combination with [Recording Settings]. [Mic Sense] (☞ P.67) [Rec Level] (☞ P.68) Sets the recording sensitivity. You can configure whether to adjust the recording level automatically or to adjust it manually. [Low Cut Filter] (☞ P.68) This function can reduce
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    can play WAV and MP3 format files. To playback a file recorded with other machines, you need to transfer (copy) it from a computer. STOP (4) button 3 + − button `OK button • [•] will appear on the sub LCD. • When playback starts,
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    sound quality. You can enjoy watching images during the playback of voice files. The skip interval length can be set. Note • When voice files (☞ P.74). Playback through earphone An earphone can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder for listening. • When the earphone is used, the recorder
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    will resume normal playback. • If there is an index mark in the middle of the file, the recorder will stop at that location (☞ P.52). • The recorder stops when it reaches the beginning of the file. Continue pressing the 0 button to proceed with the review from the end of the previous file.
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    . Combinations of sampling rates and bit rates for music files which the recorder can playback are given below. File format Sampling frequency Bit rate WAV vary) may not be played back properly. • For WAV files, this recorder can only play back those in the linear PCM format. WAV files other
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    to listen to in fast forward and fast rewind and when cuing a file. Index marks can be added only during PCM recording with this recorder or to PCM files recorded using this recorder. • To add index marks, the index function must be registered to the Fn button (☞ P.76). 3 1 Press the Fn button at
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    Playing movies n You can play movie files shot with the recorder. The recorder can also be connected to a TV so that you can playback. a b c d Notes • Movies shot with a device other than the recorder or movie files imported from a PC may not play correctly. • Using a computer to edit movie files
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    • Playback will resume from the point where you last paused it. While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 9 button. • When you release the 9 button the recorder will resume normal playback. • The recorder stops when it reaches the end of the file. Continue pressing the 9 button
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    is during playback mode, press and hold the 0 button. • When you release the 0 button the recorder will resume normal playback. • The recorder stops when it reaches the beginning of the file. Continue pressing the 0 button to proceed with the review from the end of the previous file.
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    TV, refer to the TV's instruction manual. • Use an HDMI cable that matches the HDMI micro connector on the recorder and the HDMI connector on the TV the recorder. • The main LCD does not turn on while the recorder is connected via HDMI cable. • When connecting the recorder to a TV that supports the
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    and repeat playback will start. 3 Press the A-B REPEAT button again at the position where you want to end segment repeat playback. • The recorder continuously plays back the segment until the segment repeat playback is canceled. Pressing any of the following buttons will release the segment repeat
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    to select [File Erase]. + − button `OK button ERASE button 3 1 Select the file you want to erase (☞ P.32). 4 Press the `OK button. 2 While the recorder is during stop mode in the file list display, press the ERASE button. 5 Press the + button to select [Start]. Erasing A n EN • If an action
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    to [Erase!] and erasing will start. • [Erase Done] is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers will be reassigned automatically. 2 While the recorder is during stop mode in the folder list display, press the ERASE button. Erasing A n • If an action is not selected within 8 seconds, EN
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    3 Press the + or − button to select [Erase in Folder]. Erasing A n 6 Press the `OK button. 3 4 Press the `OK button. 5 Press the + button to select [Start]. • The display changes to [Erase!] and erasing will start. • [Erase Done] is displayed when the folder is erased. Erasing A n EN 60
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    end location of the partial erase. • If you do not press the ERASE button within 8 seconds, the partial erase operation will be canceled and the recorder will return to stop mode. EN 61
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    is a file that cannot be recognized by 3 the recorder, that file will not be erased. Please connect the recorder to your PC to erase. • The process may take the battery. 3 Removing the SD card. • To partially erase a voice file, the available space in the SD card must be equivalent or greater
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    function procedure (☞ P.57) to trim a file. 2 Press the + button to select [Start]. • If an action is not selected within 8 seconds, the recorder will return to stop mode. + − button `OK button 3 ERASE button 3 Press the `OK button. 1 Press the ERASE button during segment repeat playback
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    The trimming function is only available for files recorded with this recorder. • Trimmed data cannot be recovered. Please verify AC Adapter. 2 Removing the battery. 3 Removing the SD card. • To trim a voice file, the available space in the SD card needs to be equivalent or greater than the
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    each menu item as follows. 3 Press the `OK button to move the cursor to the item to set. + − button `OK button MENU button 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, press the MENU button. 4 Press the + or − button to move to the item you want to set. 4 • The menu will appear
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    the `OK button will cancel the settings and return you to the previous screen. 4 8 Press the MENU button to close the menu screen. Note • The recorder will stop if you leave it idle for 3 minutes during a menu setup operation, when a selected item is not applied. Menu setting method Menu setting
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    • When you would like to clearly record a speaker's voice, set [Mic Sense] to [Low] and hold recorder's built-in stereo microphone close to the speaker's mouth (5-10 cm) when recording. Menu setting method Rec Mode A The recorder supports the Linear PCM recording format, which allows sound to be
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    it's necessary to adjust the recording level manually. For details, check ☞ P.35-36, P.68. 1 Select [Manual] or [Auto]. [Manual]: Recording is performed by manually 4 adjusting the recording level. [Auto]: Recording is performed by automatically adjusting the recording level. This is useful
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    that audio feedback will occur. It is recommended that you use earphones for the recording monitor, or turn [Rec Monitor] to [Off] while recording. 4 Menu setting method Plug-inPower A n External microphones which are supported by plug in power can also be used. Whether or not to supply power
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    Input Jack A n Select whether to use the recorder's MIC jack to connect an external microphone or as a LINE IN jack to [Line], the Low Cut Filter function is disabled (☞ P.68). 4 V-Sync. Rec A See "Voice sync recording [V-Sync. Rec] A" (☞ P.80). Menu setting method Menu setting method EN 70
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    (number of pixels) allows more detailed shootings, but will result in larger files. Set the image quality according to the purpose of use. 2 Select the recording rate. When [1920 x 1080 30fps] is selected: [PCM 96 kHz/24 bit] to [PCM 44.1 kHz/16 bit] When [1280 x 720 30fps] is selected: [PCM
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    . • The zoom function will not work if the [Magic Movie] has been set to [PIN HOLE]. Image Stabilizer n You can reduce the amount of recorder shake that can occur when shooting in low light situations or shooting with high magnification. [On]: The image stabilizer is activated. [Off]: The image
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    to adjust the exposure. • You can adjust the exposure from [-2.0] to [+2.0], incrementing it by 1/3 steps. Note • The value you set remains stored into the recorder even if you turn the power off. Check the setting before you start shooting. Menu setting method High ISO Mode n Set the shooting
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    mode or movie mode continuously and stop. [All Repeat]: Play all files in the currently selected voice mode or movie mode continuously and repeatedly. Notes • In [File] mode, when the recorder comes to the end of the last file in the folder, [End] flashes for two seconds on the sub LCD and
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    Skip] [1min. Skip] [5min. Skip] [10min. Skip] Forward/Reverse Skip Playback: 1 Press the `OK button to start playback. 2 Press the 9 or 0 button. • The recorder will skip (forward) or reverse skip (rewind) a set space and start playing back. Note • If there is an index mark closer than the interval
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    !File Menu Erase Lock A n Locking a file keeps important data from being accidentally erased. Locked files are not erased when you select to erase all files from a folder (☞ P.59). [On]: Locks the file and prevents it from being erased. [Off]: Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased. Replace A n
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    canceled. Note • When the [LED] setting is set to [Off], the LED of the [Self Timer] function does not light. Menu setting method Beep A n The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of errors. System sounds may be turned off. [On]: Enables the Beep function. [Off]: Disables
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    format is changed first to [720p] and then to [480p/576p]. For details on changing the input setting of the TV, refer to the TV's instruction manual. • When the recorder is connected to the computer by the USB cable, do not connect the HDMI cable to the
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    the total capacity of the card due to characteristic of the SD card, but this is not a malfunction. 4 System Info. A n You can check the recorder's information on the menu screen. [Model] (Model Name), [Version] (System version) and [Serial No.] (Serial Number) appear on the display. Menu setting
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    OK button Menu setting method Adjusting the voice sync level for recording: 1 Press the REC (s) button and prepare to record. • If the [Rec Level] Rec Level] setting is set to [Manual], [Check rec. level?] flashes. 2 Press the 9 or 0 button to adjust the recording level. • The level can be adjusted
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    input is at or above the voice sync level, recording will start automatically. 6 Voice sync recording stops automatically. • If sound at a volume below the voice sync level continues for the specified time, voice sync recording will end automatically, and the recorder will return to the standby mode
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    Rearranging files [Replace] A n You can move a file in a folder to change the order of playback. First select the folder (file) for which you want to change the playback order. Menu setting method 5 Press the + or − button to select the location to move it to. + − button `OK button MENU button 4 1
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    Moving/Copying files [File Move/Copy] A n Files saved in the SD card can be moved or copied within the memory. Files can also be moved or copied between memory. Menu setting method 4 Press the `OK button. 5 Press the + or − button to select the folder you want to move or copy the file to. + −
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    Notes • Only a file that has been recorded or shot with this recorder can be moved or copied. • The recorder cannot copy when the memory capacity is not sufficient. • In voice mode (A), files cannot be moved or copied if the number of files will exceed 999. • In movie mode (n), files cannot be moved
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    MENU button It is recommended to make a copy of the original file before dividing a file (☞ P.83, P.96). 1 Stop playback at the divide position. • While the recorder is during playback mode, press and hold the 9 or 0 button to fast-forward or rewind. • It is useful to set index marks on marking in
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    Notes • Only a file that has been recorded or shot with this recorder can be divided. • In voice mode (A), files cannot be divided if the number of files will exceed 999. • Locked files cannot be divided (☞ P.76). • When you divide a movie file, the
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    rate can be configured for each file format. [Rec Level]: [Manual] [Auto]: You can configure whether to adjust the recording level automatically or to adjust it manually. When the [Rec Level] is set to [Manual] you can configure the limiter function. [Play Mode]: [File] [File Repeat] [Folder
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    to AC adapter to recharge the battery), you can switch the USB class according to your usage. The [PC Camera] setting is also included for when you want to use the recorder as a PC camera (☞ P.99). Menu setting method When [USB Connect] is selected: 4 Press the + or − button to change the setting
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    setting for the [USB Connect] is set to [AC Adapter]. • When the recorder is not recognized by the PC as an external storage device, change the [USB Class] setting to [Storage class]. • When [PC Camera] is set, the recorder is not recognized as an external removable device by the PC. Menu setting
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    removed and all function settings 4 will return to defaults except date and time settings. Transfer any important files to a computer before formatting the recorder. 1 Select [Format] from the menu on the [Device Menu]. • For details on how to enter the menu settings, see "Menu setting method
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    locked files and read-only files, are erased. • After formatting, recorded voice file names may start from [0001]. • For returning the settings for 2 Removing the battery. 3 Removing the SD card. • Formatting on the recorder will be Quick Format. If you format the SD card, information of file
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    Voice files recorded on the recorder can be played and managed on the PC using the "Olympus Sonority" (Optional). • In addition to using the recorder as a linear PCM recorder, movie recorder, and music player, you can also use it as a PC camera ). Notes • The support service will not cover if
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    follow the instructions in the [Format] display of the recorder (☞ P.90). • Folder (directory) names displayed by file management tools such as Explorer in Microsoft Windows and Finder in Macintosh are different from the folder names that can be set with the recorder or the "Olympus Sonority". • If
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    during stop mode or turned off, connect the USB cable to 5 the connecting terminal on the bottom of the recorder. Notes • Before connecting the USB cable, exit HOLD mode. • Refer to the user's manual for your PC regarding the USB port on your PC. • Be sure to push the cable connector all
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    corner of the screen. Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device]. Connecting to your PC Macintosh 1 Drag and drop the drive icon for this recorder displayed on the desktop to the Recycle Bin icon. • The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used. • When the window indicating
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    desktop. 3 Copy the data. 4 Disconnect the recorder from the PC (☞ P.95). Notes • While Olympus Sonority" (Optional) for playback of such files. • "Olympus Sonority" (Optional) allows you to perform operations such as editing voice files, but it does not support movie files. Transfer the voice
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    ], [File type], and [File name] for the file you want to play. • When selecting a voice file recorded with the recorder, set [File type] to [Audio Files]. • Select a file, and then click [Open]. 5 Play the voice file. • Click the button in the controls of Quick Time Player to start playback
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    screen, set the [File location], [File type], and [File name] for the file you want to play. • When selecting a movie file shot with the recorder, set [File type] into [Movies]. • Select a file, and then click [Open]. 5 Play the movie file. 5 • Click the button in the controls of Quick Time
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    pressing the `OK button. • To adjust the recording level while shooting, press the recorder's 9 or 0 buttons when the PC camera is active. Operating environment Windows: Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later  Windows Vista Windows 7 Supported applications: Windows Live Messenger Macintosh: Mac OS X 10
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    No file. Formatting error. The management file cannot be created. No files were found in the folder. There was an error while formatting the recorder's memory. The file for management cannot be created due to a shortage of capacity for remaining memory. [Cannot play this file] File which cannot
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    shooting are not possible because the circuit temperature has risen. Please wait until the circuit temperature has become lower. Recording is not possible. Recording was stopped because the circuit temperature has risen. Please wait until the circuit temperature has become lower. Shooting is
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    files (☞ P.58). Attempting to shoot a movie in voice mode (A). An external microphone or external device is connected. An external microphone supported by plug-in power is connected but [Plug-in Power] is set to [Off]. Slide the mode switch on the recorder to movie mode (n) (☞ P.33). Detach all
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    Troubleshooting Symptom Recording level too high Cannot find the recorded Voice File Probable cause Action The recording level has not been adjusted. This could potentially be because the recording correspond to those of the recorder. When a microphone not supported by the plug-in power
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    MP3 format. Please insert the chargeable battery provided. The recorder has become hot The back of the recorder could become hot when shooting movies. This is not a malfunction. If the recorder becomes abnormally hot, please contact the Olympus Customer Support Center. 6 Troubleshooting EN 104
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    Accessories (optional) Accessories exclusive to the Olympus voice recorder can be purchased directly from Online Shop on our company . These are highly sensitive omnidirectional microphones supported by plug-in power which are well-suited to recording musical performances. s Compact Gun Microphone
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    4 Recording format: Voice: Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3) Movie: MOV (MPEG-4AVC/H.264) 4 Recording medium: 1080p 30fps, 720p 30fps, 480p 30fps 4 Photometric system: Digital ESP metering, spot metering system. 4 Digital Zoom: Max. 4x 4 Monitor: 2.0 color LCD display
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    Guide to battery life The following values are strictly references. 4 Lithium ion battery: Voice mode Built-in stereo microphone Built-in speakers (During recording • Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the conditions of use. EN
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    may be shorter if many short recordings are made (The displayed available recording time and recorded time are approximate indications). • Variations in the available recording time will arise as there may be differences in the available memory depending on the SD card. Guide to shooting times The
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    a single file is limited to approx. 4 GB for MP3 format, and approx. 2 GB for PCM format. • Regardless of the memory remaining amount, the longest sound recording time per file is restricted to the following value. Linear PCM format MP3 format [96 kHz 24 bit] [88.2 kHz 24 bit] [48 kHz 16
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    shooting time per file • The maximum size of a single movie file is limited to approx. 4 GB. • Regardless of the memory remaining amount, the longest sound recording time per file is restricted to the following value. 1920×1080 30fps: [96 kHz 24 bit] [88.2 kHz 24 bit] [48 kHz 16 bit] [44
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    support for Olympus recorders and software only. s Technical Hotline Number in the U.S. and Canada 1-888-553-4448 s User Support E-mail address in the U.S. and Canada distec@olympus for the disposal of this product. Applicable Product : LS-20M, AC adapter This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin
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    IMAGING AMERICA INC. 3500 Corporate Parkway, P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA 18034-0610, U.S.A. Tel. 1-888-553-4448 http://www.olympusamerica.com OLYMPUS EUROPA HOLDING GMBH (Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstrasse 14-18, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. +49 (0)40-237730 (Letters) Postfach 10 49 08
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