Olympus LS-7 - Manuals

5 EN Safety precautions • When attaching this recorder to a tripod, be sure to rotate only the screw of the tripod in the tripod socket of this recorder. Never rotate the recorder. Warning regarding data loss: • Recorded content in memor y may be destroyed or erased by operating mistakes, unit malfu...

6 EN Safety precautions • In places subject to extremely cold temperatures, the temperature of the recorder’s body may be lower than the environmental temperature. If possible, wear gloves when handling the recorder in cold temperatures. Battery handling precautions Follow these important guidelines...

7 EN Safety precautions f Caution: • Please recycle batteries to help save our planet’s resources. When you throw away dead batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations. • Always charge a rechargeable battery when using it for the first time, or if it has...

8 1 EN Main features Main features s Built-in 3-microphone system (high-sensitivity stereo microphones and center microphone). With a combination of the high-sensitivity stereo microphones and center microphone, balanced, wideband recordings from the high to low frequencies are enabled. s Utilizes a...

9 1 EN Main features Main features s EUPHONY MOBILE has been included to produce a natural, realistic experience without degrading sound quality ( ☞ P.57). s You can move or copy files between the built-in memory and microSD card, and within the folders in the memory ( ☞ P. 64). s You can erase part...

10 1 EN Ch e ck in g t h e co n te n ts o f t h e bo x Checking the contents of the box Voice Recorder USB cable Strap • Ni-MH Rechargeable batteries (2) • Olympus Sonority CD-ROM • INSTRUCTIONS • Warranty card The following items are included with the recorder.If anything is missing or damaged, con...

11 1 EN Id entific a tion of par ts Identification of parts 1 Built-in stereo microphone (L/R) 2 Built-in center microphone 3 PEAK indicator light (LED) LED indicator light (LED) 4 Display (LCD panel) 5 F1 button MENU / SCENE button F2 button 6 STOP ( 4 ) button 7 + button 8 0 button 9 ERASE button ...

12 1 EN Identification of parts Id entific a tion of par ts 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 @ 0 ! 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Display (LCD panel) 1 Recording media indicator [ l ]: Built-in flash memor y [ m ]: micro SD card 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator 4 Folder name 5 Function guide indicator File list disp...

13 1 EN Id entific a tion of par ts Identification of parts 1 2 4 3 6 8 7 9 0 ! @ # $ 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 List display 2 1 Recording media indicator [ l ]: Built-in flash memor y [ m ]: micro SD card 2 Current folder name 3 Battery indicator 4 Folder name, File name 5 Function guide indicator 1 Re...

15 1 EN Power s u p p ly Power supply Inserting batteries This recorder can be used with either Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries or AAA Alkaline Batteries. • When charging with the recorder, be sure to use the supplied Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (BR404). • The supplied rechargeable batteries are not f...

16 1 EN Power supply Power s u p p ly Notes • Manganese batteries may not be used in this recorder. • When changing batteries, AAA alkaline batteries or Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are recommended. • Be sure to stop the recorder before replacing the batteries. Unloading the batteries while ...

17 1 EN Power s u p p ly Power supply Charging by connecting to a computer via USB You can charge the batteries by connecting to a PC’s USB port. When charging, be sure to correctly place the rechargeable batteries (supplied) into the recorder ( ☞ P.15). 1 Boot the PC. 2 Connect the USB cable to the...

18 1 EN Power supply Power s u p p ly will be changed depending on the remaining amount and the state of batteries. Connect to the USB connecting AC adapter (optional) to charge It can be charged by connecting to the USB connecting AC adapter (A514) (optional). 1 Plug the recorder’s USB cable into t...

20 1 EN Power s u p p ly Power supply Turning on/off the power When the recorder is not being used, turn the power of f to reduce batter y consumption to a minimum. Even if the power is turned of f, existing data, mode settings, and clock settings will be maintained. Turning on the power While the r...

21 1 EN HOL D If you set the recorder to HOLD mode, the running conditions will be preserved, and all buttons will be disabled. This feature is useful when the recorder has to be carried in a bag or pocket. This mode can also prevent you from accidentally stopping recording. Set the recorder to HOLD...

22 1 EN Se tt in g tim e a n d da te If you set the time and date beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automatically stored for each file. Setting the time and date beforehand enables easier file management. When you use the recorder for the first time after purchasing it, or whe...

23 1 EN Se tt in g tim e a n d da te Setting time and date [Time & Date] 2 Press the + or − button to select [ Device Menu ] tab. • You can change the menu display by moving the settings tab cursor. 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, press the MENU/SCENE button. • The menu will appear on ...

24 1 EN In se rt in g an d eje ct in g a m ic ro SD ca rd The “microSD” indicated in the instruction manual refers to both microSD and microSDHC. With this recorder, besides the built-in memor y, you can store the data in the commercially available microSD card. Inserting a microSD card 1 While the ...

25 1 EN In se rt in g an d eje ct in g a m ic ro SD ca rd Inserting and ejecting a microSD card Notes • It is possible to switch the recording media over to the built-in memor y ( ☞ P.61). • In some cases microSD cards which have been formatted (initialized) by another device, such as a computer, ma...

26 1 EN [H ome ] displa y operations [Home] display operations 1 Press the LIST button repeatedly to 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 record and playback files recorded by ...

27 1 EN Home Folder A Folder B Folder C Folder D 001 002 003 004 200 Folder File Recorder Folder E N o te s on t h e fo ld e rs Notes on the folders The built-in memor y or the microSD card can be used for the recording media. The voice files and the music files are separated into folders for voice ...

28 1 EN Notes on the folders Artist 01 Artist 02 Artist 03 001 002 003 004 200 Album 01 Album 02 Album 03 Home Music Folder File N o te s on t h e fo ld e rs About the folder for music playback When transferring music files to the device using Windows Media Player, a folder is automatically created ...

29 1 EN Se le ct in g th e fo ld e rs an d file s Change folders while the operation is stopped or during play. For information on the layeredstructure of the folders, see the section entitled “ Notes on the folders ” ( ☞ P.27). Moving through the levels } Return : LIST button Each time you press th...

2 30 EN R e cording d a b c e About recording Recording 1 Select the recording folder ( ☞ P.27). 2 Press the REC ( s ) button to prepare recording. • The recording indicator light will flash and [ ≠ ] will appear on the display. • Turn the microphone in the direction of the source to be recorded. • ...

2 31 EN R e cording Recording f 4 Press the STOP ( 4 ) button to stop recording. • [ L ] will appear on the display. f File length Notes • To ensure that you do not lose the beginning of the recording, confirm that the recording is activated by checking the recording indicator or the mode indicator ...

2 32 EN Recording R e cording Settings relating to Recording [Mic Select] ( ☞ P.50) Select whether or not the built-in center microphone is to be turned On or Of f. [Mic Sense]( ☞ P.50) Sets the recording sensitivity. [Rec Mode] ( ☞ P.51) Sets the recording rate for each recording format. [Rec Level...

2 33 EN R e cording Recording Changing the recording scene [Rec Scene] You can easily change the recording settings by selecting the scene which best matches your usage ( ☞ P.55). 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, press and hold the MENU / SCENE button. 2 Press the + or − button to select [ ...

2 34 EN LS_7 0001 .MP3 1 2 3 Recording R e cording Recommended settings by recording condition The recorder is initially set to [ PCM 44.1kHz ] mode so that you can make high quality stereo recordings immediately af ter purchasing it. The various functions relating to recording can be configured in ...

2 35 EN R e cording Recording Recording from external microphone or other devices The external microphone and other devices can be connected and the sound can be recorded. Connect as follows according to a device to be used.• Do not plug and unplug devices into the recorder’s jack while it is record...

37 3 EN Pl a yb a ck e a bc d Playback a Recording media indicator, File name, Folder indicator b File length c Elapsed playback time d Playback position bar indicator e Level meter About playback 1 Select the file to be played back from the folder which contains it ( ☞ P.29). 2 Press the ` OK butto...

38 3 EN Playback Playback Settings relating to playback [Noise Cancel]( ☞ P.57) If recorded audio is dif ficult to understand because of noisy surroundings, adjust the Noise Cancel setting level. [EUPHONY]( ☞ P.57) The EUPHONY setting can be set to one of the 4 levels according to your preference. [...

40 3 EN Playback Playback About music file In cases where the recorder is unable to playback music files that have been transferred to it, check to make sure that the sampling rate and bit rate are in the range where playback is possible. Combinations of sampling rates and bit rates for music files ...

42 3 EN Playback Playback 1 While the recorder is during recording mode or playback mode, press the F2 (INDEX) button. • A number appears on the display and an index mark or temp mark will be placed. Setting an index mark or a temp mark If index marks and temp marks are placed, you can quickly find ...

44 3 EN Playback Playback Canceling the segment repeat playback function Pressing any of the following buttons will release the segment repeat playback. a Press the F1 ( CANCEL ) button Pressing the F1 ( CANCEL ) button will release segment repeat playback, and it will return to normal playback mode...

45 3 EN Erasing Erasing Erasing files A selected file can be erased from a folder. Also, all files in a folder can be erased simultaneously. 1 Select the file you want to erase ( ☞ P.29). 2 While the recorder is during stop mode in the file display, press the ERASE button. • If an action is not sele...

46 3 EN Erasing Erasing 3 Press the + button to select [ Start ]. Partially erasing a file An unwanted part of a file can be erased. 1 Play the file you want to partially erase. • Forward a file to the position that shall be erased. If the file is long, use the 9 button to move to the position you w...

48 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method 1 While the recorder is during stop mode, press the MENU/SCENE button. • The menu will appear on the display. Menu setting • Menu items can be set during a recording or playback. 2 Press the + or − button to move to the tab that contains the item you w...

50 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method , Rec Menu Mic Select Select whether or not the built-in center microphone is to be turned On or Of f.[ Central Mic ON ]: Recording will be performed in 3-microphone mode. [ Central Mic OFF ]: Recording will be performed, using only the built-in stereo...

51 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method Rec Mode The recorder can record in the linear PCM format. High resolution recording at a high sampling rate and high bit rate equivalent or superior to that of a music CD is possible. Moreover, it also supports the MP3 and WMA formats. 1 Select the re...

52 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method • If too big sound is input, the noise may occur even if [ Rec Level ] is set to [ Auto ] or [ Limiter ON ]. Also, in certain cases the [ PEAK ] indicator light, which notifies large input, may not light. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend t...

53 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method ab VCVA When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the threshold level. The VCVA feature...

54 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method a V-Sync. Rec Voice sync recording starts when a voice louder than the voice sync level (detection level) is detected. When the voice becomes low, recording will automatically stop. When voice sync recording is on and the input level falls below the vo...

55 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method [ Scene Select ]: You can select a recording setting from among the previously saved settings. [ Scene Save ]: You can save up to 3 sets of menu settings relating to a current recording. • If you select [ Scene Select ], proceed to the operation of Ste...

57 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method • When using the [ EUPHONY ] function, the following functions are not available.• Slow/Fast speed playback ( ☞ P.41) • [ Noise Cancel ] • [ Voice Filter ] • [ Reverb ] ( ☞ P.59) • When playing back using the built- in speaker, the EUPHONY function is ...

58 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method Skip Space This function enables you to skip (forward) or reverse skip (rewind) a file being played for a set period. This function is convenient for quickly skipping to another playback position or repeatedly playing back short phrases. 1 Select [ For...

59 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method Play Scene Voice files recorded in the recorder and music files downloaded from the PC can be saved in the playback settings of your choice to suit the dif ferent sound qualities and playback methods. 1 Select [ Scene Select ] or [ Scene Save ]. When [...

61 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method Time & Date See “ Setting time and date [Time & Date] ” ( ☞ P.22). USB Settings See “ Changing the USB class [USB Settings] ” ( ☞ P.73). Reset Settings This returns the functions back to their initial settings (factor y default).[ Start ]: Retu...

62 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method [ Skip Space ] [ Forward Skip ] [ File Skip ] [ Reverse Skip ] [ File Skip ] [ Alarm ] [ Off ] [ Play Scene ] [ Off ] [ Reverb ] [ Off ] . LCD/Sound Menu: [ Backlight ] [ Lighting Time ] [ 10Seconds ] [ Brightness ] [ Low ] [ Contrast ] [ Level 06 ] [ ...

64 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method [ move > memory ]: Move a file in the built-in memor y or microSD card to another folder within the built-in memor y. [ copy > memory ]: Copy a file in the built-in memor y or microSD card to another folder within the built-in memor y. [ move >...

66 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method Dividing files [File Divide] Files with large capacities and long recording times can be divided so that they are easier to manage and edit. Only MP3 files and PCM files recorded on this recorder can be divided. 1 Stop playback at the divide position. ...

69 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method • If the bat teries run out while recording based on the timer setting, the recorder will stop recording. Check the batter y power before starting the timer recording. • If the [ Time & Date ] is not correct, timer recording cannot be set at the sp...

70 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method 4 Press the + or − button to select the item to set. • Select items you want to set from among [ On/Off ] [ Day ] [ Start Time ] [ Volume ] [ Alarm Sound ] [ Playback File ]. 5 Press the ` OK button to move to the respective setting. [ On/Off ] setting...

71 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method • Select the folder using the + or – buttons and press the ` OK button to move to file selection. Use the + or – button to select the file in the same way. 2 Press the ` OK button to exit [ Playback File ] selection. 6 Press + or − button to select [ F...

72 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method [ On/Off ] setting: 1 Press the + or – button to select between [ On ] and [ Off ]. [ On ]: Guidance will be provided. [ Off ]: Guidance will be canceled. 2 Press the ` OK button to exit [ On/Off ] selection. [Speed] setting: 1 Press the + or – button ...

74 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method 7 Press the ` OK button to complete the setting. 8 Press the F2 ( EXIT ) button to close the menu screen. Notes • When you first connect the recorder to your PC as an external storage device, the driver for the recorder will be automatically installed ...

76 4 EN Menu setting method Menu setting method • It may take over 10 seconds to complete processing. Never perform operations such as the following while processing, as they may damage the data. In addition, replace the batter y with a new one in order to ensure that the batter y will not run out w...

77 5 EN Opera ting environmen t Using the recorder on your PC Operating environment By being connected to a PC, the recorder enables you to do the following: • Voice files recorded on the recorder can be played and managed on the PC using the “Olympus Sonority”. If an upgrade (Optional) to the “Olym...

78 5 EN Opera ting environmen t Operating environment Macintosh Operating System: Mac OS X 10.4.11 - 10.6 CPU: PowerPC® G5 or Intel Multicore Processor 1.5 GHz or above RAM: 512 MB or more Hard drive space: 300 MB or more Drive: CD -ROM, CD -R, CD -RW, DVD -ROM drive Browser: Macintosh Safari 2.0 or...

79 5 EN U sin g Oly m p u s So n o rit y Using Olympus Sonority Functions available in the Olympus Sonority Various functions such as file management and editing are installed in the “OlympusSonority”. For information on operating procedures and detailed settings, please refer to the respective item...

80 5 EN Using Olympus Sonority U sin g Oly m p u s So n o rit y Installing software Before you connect the recorder to your PC and use it, you must first install the “ Olympus Sonority ” sof tware from the included Sof tware CD. Be sure to confirm the following before installation:• Exit all running...

81 5 EN U sin g Oly m p u s So n o rit y Using Olympus Sonority Macintosh 1 Insert “Olympus Sonority” into the CD-ROM drive. • Proceed to step 3 when the content of CD -ROM is displayed, and go to steps 2 and 3 when nothing is displayed. 2 Open contents in the CD-ROM with [Finder] . 3 Double-click [...

82 5 EN Using Olympus Sonority U sin g Oly m p u s So n o rit y Uninstalling software To uninstall any of the sof tware component of the “Olympus Sonority” sof tware installed on your PC, follow the steps below. Windows 1 Exit “Olympus Sonority”. 2 Select [ Control Panel ] from [ Start ] menu. 3 Cli...

83 5 EN U sin g Oly m p u s So n o rit y Using Olympus Sonority { 4 Copying voice guide data If you format the recorder and erase data by mistake, you can copy the voice guide data from"Olympus Sonority" to the recorder. 1 Make sure that the recorder’s voice guide is set to [On]. • If the re...

84 5 EN Using Olympus Sonority U sin g Oly m p u s So n o rit y Upgrade function The "Olympus Sonority" can be upgraded to the Plus Version (Optional) to expand and improve its functions. In addition, in the "Olympus Sonority Plus", you can purchase a Music Editing Plug-in to enjoy h...

85 5 EN U sin g Oly m p u s So n o rit y Using Olympus Sonority Functions available in the Olympus Sonority Plus: Besides the usual functions, the “Olympus Sonority Plus” also includes various functions to edit music files. For information on operating procedures and detailed settings, please refer ...

86 5 EN U sin g Oly m p u s So n o rit y Using Olympus Sonority 23 1 2 Using online help To open Online Help:• While “Olympus Sonority” is running, select [ Contents ] from the [ Olympus Sonority Help ] menu. 4 Search by contents: 4 Search by keyword: 1 Once the Online Help display appears, click th...

87 5 EN Co n n e ct in g t o y o u r P C Connecting to your PC 1 Boot the PC. 2 Connect the USB cable to the USB port of the PC. 3 While the recorder is during stop mode or turned off, connect the USB cable to the connecting terminal on the bottom of the recorder. • [ Remote (Storage) ] is displayed...

88 5 EN Co n n e ct in g t o y o u r P C Connecting to your PC Disconnecting from your PC • The drive letter will dif fer depending on the PC being used. • When the window indicating that it is safe to remove hardware window appears, close the window. 2 Confirm that the recorder LED indicator light ...

89 5 EN Tr a n sf e r t h e vo ic e file s t o y o u r P C Folder A Folder B Folder C Folder D Music LS_7 Recorder Folder A Folder B Folder C Folder D Music Recorder Windows Removable Disk Macintosh Untitled Folder E Folder E Transfer the voice files to your PC The 5 voice folders of this recorder a...

90 5 EN U sing as e xt ernal memor y of the PC Using as external memory of the PC In addition to its uses as a voice recorder and a music player, this recorder can also be used as external memor y for a computer by storing data from a computer and reading it back out.With the recorder connected to y...

91 6 EN Alarm message list Other information Message Meaning Explanation Action [Battery Low] Low batter y power. Batter y power is getting low. Charge the batteries or replace with new batteries ( ☞ P.15, P.17). [File Protected] Erase -locked. Tried to delete a locked file. Unlock the file ( ☞ P.50...

93 6 EN Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause Action Nothing appears on the display The batteries are not loaded properly. Verif y that the batteries’ polarities = and - are correct ( ☞ P.15). Batter y power is getting low. Charge the batteries or replace with new batteries ( ☞ P.15...

96 6 EN Accessories (optional) Accessories (optional) s Stereo microphone: ME51S The built-in large-diameter microphone enables sensitive stereo recording. s 2-channel microphone (omni- directional): ME30W Two ME30 monaural microphones come in a set with a miniature tripod and a connection adapter. ...

97 6 EN Specifi c ations Specifications General points 4 Recording format: Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3)WMA (Windows Media Audio) 4 Input level: — 70 dBv 4 Sampling frequency: Linear PCM format 96 kHz 24 bit 96 kHz 88.2 kHz 24 bit 88.2 kHz 48 kHz 16 bit 48 kHz 44.1 kHz ...

98 6 EN Specifications Specifi c ations Frequenc y response: 4 During recording mode (Microphone jack): Linear PCM format 96 kHz 24 bit 40 Hz to 44 kHz 88.2 kHz 24 bit 40 Hz to 42 kHz 48 kHz 16 bit 40 Hz to 23 kHz 44.1 kHz 16 bit 40 Hz to 21 kHz 44.1 kHz mono 40 Hz to 21 kHz MP3 format 320 kbps 40 H...

99 6 EN Specifi c ations Specifications Guide to battery life The following values are strictly references. 4 Alkaline batteries: Recording mode Built-in stereo microphone (During recording mode) Earphone playback (During playback mode) Linear PCM format 44.1 kHz 16 bit 30h. 41h. MP3 format 320 kbps...

100 6 EN Specifications Specifi c ations Guide to recording times The following values are strictly references. 4 Linear PCM format: Recording mode Built-in memory (4 GB) microSD card 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 96 kHz 24 bit 1h. 45min. 55min. 1h. 50min. 3h. 40min. 7h. 25min. 88.2 kHz 24 bit 1h. 55min. 55m...

101 6 EN Specifi c ations Specifications Maximum recording time per file • The maximum capacity for a single file is limited to approx. 4 GB for WMA and MP3. • Regardless of the memor y remaining amount, the longest sound recording time per file is restricted to the following value. Linear PCM forma...

102 6 EN Technic al assistance and suppor t The following are contact information for technical support for Olympus recorders and sof tware 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 [email protected] s Technical Hotl...