Olympus LS-14 - Manual

5 EN Table of contents 4 File management Editing [OPTION].................................... 48 Moving/Copying a file [Move/Copy] ...................................................48 Protecting a file [File Lock] ...........................51 Dividing a file [File Divide] ............................

6 EN Before using your new recorder, read this manual carefully to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference. • The warning symbols indicate important safety related information. To protect yourself and others ...

7 EN Safety precautions Notes on record files • Olympus bears no liability even if a record file is erased or becomes unplayable due to a failure of the recorder or PC. • Recorded contents can be used for personal use only. It is prohibited by the Copyright law to use copyrighted work for other purp...

8 EN Safety precautions Battery handling precautions f Danger: s Do not put the battery near fire. s Do not throw the battery into fire or heat it. Doing so could cause a fire, blowout or ignition. s Do not directly solder, deform, modify or disassemble the battery. s Do not connect the positive and...

1 M ain f eatur es 10 EN Smart mode ([SMART]) for facilitating ▌ high-quality recording The [ SMART ] Mode detects the maximum volume input during a set time interval and automatically optimizes the recording level. Once the set time interval has elapsed, recording automatically starts. This means t...

1 M ain f eatur es 11 EN Main features Metronome function ▌ This feature can be used as a rhythm guide during recording. A brand-new microphone design with ▌ maximum sound pressure of 130dBspl The new built-in microphones with acoustic resistance of 130dBspl are designed to produce high-quality and ...

1 Identification of par ts 12 EN q - = e r t y u *() 345 6 8 9 7 0!@#$% ^ & w 2 1 Identification of parts 1 Built-in stereo microphone 2 Built-in center microphone (LS-14 only) 3 MIC (Microphone) jack 4 LINE IN jack 5 Card cover 6 STOP / w ( 4 ) button 7 REC ( s ) (Record) button, Recording indi...

1 Identification of par ts 13 EN Identification of parts 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 Folder list screen ▌ File list screen ▌ 1 Total number of recorded files in the folder 2 Battery indicator 3 Folder name 4 Function guide indicator 1 Current folder name 2 Battery indicator 3 File name 4 Function guide indicato...

1 Identification of par ts 14 EN Identification of parts 1 2 3 7 456 89 File screen ▌ 1 Current file name 2 Battery indicator 3 [ OVERdub ] indicator, Metronome indicator, Folder name 4 Recorder status indicator [ H REC ]: Record indicator [ G PAUSE ]: Pause indicator [ F STOP ]: Stop indicator [ E ...

1 Inser ting batt er ies 15 EN Inserting batteries Notes • Manganese batteries may not be used in this recorder. • Be sure to turn off the recorder before replacing the batteries. Unloading the batteries while the recorder is in use may cause a malfunction such as corrupting the file, etc. If you ta...

1 Tu rning on/off the pow e r 16 EN Turning on/off the power When the recorder is not being used, turn the power of f to reduce batter y consumption. Existing data, mode settings, and clock settings are not lost when the power is turned of f. Turning on the power ▌ While the recorder is turned off, ...

1 HOLD 17 EN HOLD If you set the recorder to HOLD mode, the current settings 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. Setting the recorder to...

1 1 23 Setting the time and dat e [T ime & Dat e] 18 EN Setting the time and date [ Time & Date ] When you use the recorder for the first time, or when the battery is inserted after the recorder has not been used for a long time, [ Set time & date ] will appear. When “ Hour ” is flashing...

1 Setting the time and dat e [T ime & Dat e] 19 EN Setting the time and date [Time & Date] Example: March 24, 2012 3M 24D 2012Y(Initial setting) 24D 3M 2012Y 2012Y 3M 24D 3 Press the OK button to complete the setting. • The clock will start from the set date and time. Press the OK button whe...

1 Inser ting and ejec ting an SD car d 20 EN Inserting and ejecting an SD card 2 With the SD card facing the correct way, insert it into the card slot as shown in the diagram. “SD” indicated in the instruction manual refers to both SD and SDHC. This recorder enables you to store data not only to the...

1 LOCK Inser ting and ejec ting an SD car d 21 EN Inserting and ejecting an SD card Ejecting an SD card 1 While the recorder is in stop mode, open the card cover. 2 Push the SD card inward to unlock it, and let it eject partially. The SD card is visibly out of the slot and can be removed safely. Not...

1 [Home] scr een operations 22 EN [ Home ] screen operations When you turn on the recorder, the [ Home ] screen will be displayed. The [ Home ] screen is the main screen used for accessing each function. In addition, you can also verif y the current settings for recording and playback. Switching fun...

1 [Home] scr een operations 23 EN 234 5 678 1 [Home] screen operations Verifying the current settings ▌ Press and hold the F3 ( INFO ) button on the [ Home ] screen. You can also check it while recording is paused. The following settings will be displayed. 1 [ Mic Gain ] ( ☞ P.66) 2 [ Rec Format ] (...

1 001 001 002 002 003 003 004 004 005 005 006 006 007 007 999 999 LS-14LS-12 001 001 002 002 003 003 004 004 005 005 006 006 007 007 999 999 Not es on the f olders 24 EN Notes on the folders The internal memor y or an SD card can be used as the recording media. All files recorded with this recorder ...

1 Selec ting f olders and files 25 EN Selecting folders and files Change folders while the recorder is stopped. For information on the layered structure of the folders, see the section entitled “ Notes on the folders ” ( ☞ P.24). Moving through the levels ▌ } Return : F1 ( BACK ) button Pressing thi...

2 Recor ding tips f or each instrument 26 EN Recording tips for each instrument Recorder position examples ▌ Voice Position the recorder slightly away from the singer's face. If breathing noises are audible, adjust the recorder position. Piano When recording the sound of a grand piano, position the ...

2 Recor ding tips f or each instrument 27 EN Recording tips for each instrument Acoustic guitar Position the recorder pointing to a place slightly away from the sound hole of the guitar. For a rhy thm guitar, keep a certain distance from the main body of the guitar. For solo or melody-focused music,...

2 1 3 2 Recor ding 28 EN Recording The recorder has three recording modes that can be selected by using the Mode dial. Use them according to your needs. [ QUICK ] mode: In this mode the recording level will be adjusted automatically. This mode is useful if you want to start recording immediately. [ ...

2 1 3 2 Recor ding 29 EN Recording d b c a e e File length a Elapsed recording time b Remaining memory bar indicator c Remaining recording time d Level meter (changes according to the recording level and recording function settings) • If the recording level is low, please change the [ Mic Gain ] set...

2 1 5 2,4 3 Recor ding 30 EN Recording e b a d c [ MANUAL ] mode a Elapsed recording time b Remaining memory bar indicator c Remaining recording time d Level meter (changes according to the recording level and recording function settings) • The recording level will be adjusted automatically dependin...

2 Recor ding 32 EN Recording Notes • Inputting a very loud sound may produce noise even when the Mode dial is set to [ QUICK ] or [ SMART ]. • To ensure that you do not lose the beginning of the recording, verify that the recording indicator light or the mode indicator is lit on the display. • When ...

2 Recor ding 33 EN Recording Pause ▌ While the recorder is in recording mode, press the REC ( s ) or PLAY ( ` ) button. • [ G ] will appear on the display. • The recorder will stop if left on pause for more than 60 minutes. Listening while audio is recorded ▌ If you start recording af ter inserting ...

2 1 2 Recor ding 34 EN Recording Dividing a file while recording You can also divide files while recording. This is useful, for example, when you want to have dif ferent files for each movement of a concert. A • Please set the [ Rec Format ] to [ PCM ] in advance ( ☞ P.66). • The maximum number of f...

2 4 7 6 5 Recor ding 35 EN Recording a To EAR jack • Set [ Rec Monitor ] to [ On ] ( ☞ P.68). 4 While the recorder is in stop mode, press the F3 ( OVER DUB ) button. • If the Mode dial is set to [ QUICK ], recording and playback will start simultaneously. Proceed to Step 7. • If the Mode dial is set...

2 2 Recor ding 36 EN Recording a 5 Press the 9 or 0 button to adjust the recording level. • You can adjust the recording level by using the 9 or 0 button depending on the volume level during playback. 6 Press the REC ( s ) button to start recording. • Playback will start again from the beginning. Re...

2 Recor ding 38 EN Recording Recording from an external microphone or other device An external microphone or other device can be connected and audio can be recorded. Connect as follows according to the device to be used. • Do not plug/unplug devices into the recorder’s jack while it is recording. Re...

2 Recor ding 39 EN Recording Notes • If you are unable to produce a clear recording with this recorder even after adjusting the recording level ( ☞ P.31), this could potentially be because the output level for the connected devices is too high or too low. When external devices are connected, perform...

3 4 2 3 P la yback 40 EN c d e a b Playback The recorder can play back WAV and MP3 format files. To play back a file recorded with another device, you need to transfer (copy) it from a computer. a File name, Folder name b Elapsed playback time c Playback position bar indicator d File length e Level ...

3 P la yback 41 EN Playback Settings relating to playback ▌ [ Play Mode ] ( ☞ P.70) You can select the desired playback range and repeat playback. [ Skip Space ] ( ☞ P.70) The skip interval can be set. Playback through the earphones ▌ The earphones can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder fo...

3 P la yback 42 EN Playback Rewinding ▌ While the recorder is in stop mode in the File screen, press and hold the 0 button. • [ J ] appears on the display. • When you release the 0 button, rewinding stops. Press the PLAY ( ` ) button to start playback from where rewinding stopped. While the recorder...

3 1,3 2 P la yback 43 EN Playback Notes • When you skip to the beginning of the file during playback, the recorder stops at the position of the index mark or temp mark. Index marks and temp marks are skipped when you perform this operation in stop mode ( ☞ P.44). • When [ Skip Space ] is set to a se...

3 P la yback 45 EN Playback • Even after an index or temp mark has been placed into a file, recording or playback will continue so you can place index or temp marks in other locations in a similar manner. 3 While the index or temp number is displayed for approximately 2 seconds on the display, press...

3 cd a b P la yback 47 EN Playback Pressing any of the following buttons releases segment repeat playback. a Press the F1 ( CANCEL ) button Pressing the F1 ( CANCEL ) button releases segment repeat playback, and it will return to normal playback mode. b Press the STOP / w ( 4 ) button Pressing the S...

4 4,6,8 11 2,10 3,5, 7,9 Editing [OPTION] 48 EN Editing [ OPTION ] Moving/Copying a file [ Move/Copy ] Files saved in the internal memor y or an SD card can be moved or copied within the memory. Files can also be moved or copied between memor y.You can edit a single selected file or multiple files. ...

4 Editing [OPTION] 49 EN Editing [OPTION] 3 Press the + or − button to select [ Move/Copy ]. 2 While the recorder is in stop mode, press the F2 ( OPTION ) button. • The [ OPTION ] screen appears on the display. 4 Press the OK button. 5 Press the + or − button to select the location to which you want...

4 4,6,8 2 9 3,5, 7 Editing [OPTION] 51 EN Editing [OPTION] 11 Press the F3 ( EXIT ) button to close the [ OPTION ] screen. Protecting a file [ File Lock ] 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 ...

4 Editing [OPTION] 55 EN Editing [OPTION] Notes • [ File Divide ] is available only from the File screen. • The recorder cannot divide files when the number of files in the folder exceeds 999. • Locked files cannot be divided ( ☞ P.51). • After the file is split, the front part of the file is rename...

4 4,9 10 2,6, 7 3 5 8 Editing [OPTION] 56 EN Editing [OPTION] A • Only a PCM file recorded with this recorder can be partially erased. • This function is not available when the File list screen is displayed. Partially erasing a file [Partial Erase] An unwanted part of a file can be erased. 3 Press t...

4 Editing [OPTION] 59 EN Editing [OPTION] a 7 At the position where you want to end trimming, press the F2 ( END ) button again. 8 Press the + button to select [ Start ]. • The recorder stops the beginning of the edited file. Note • If a file has an extremely short recording time, it may not be trim...

4 3 2 4 Erasing 61 EN Erasing Erasing a file A selected file can be erased from a folder. 1 Select the file you want to erase ( ☞ P.25). 2 While the recorder is in stop mode in the File screen, press the ERASE button. 3 Press the + button to select [ Start ]. 4 Press the OK button. • The display cha...

4 4,6,9 7 2 3,5 8 Erasing 62 EN Erasing [ Selected files ]: Erase multiple selected files. [ All files ]: Erase all files in a folder. 4 Press the OK button. • If you selected [ All files ], proceed to Step 8 . 5 Press the + or − button to select the file to be erased. 6 Press the OK button. • Repea...

5 2 2,4,63,5,7 1 8 M enu setting method 64 EN Items in menus are categorized by area, so select an area first and move to the desired item to set it. You can set each menu item as follows. Menu setting method 2 Press the + , − , 9 or 0 button to move to the area that contains the item you want to se...

5 M enu setting method 65 EN Menu setting method 6 Press the + or − button to change the setting. 7 Press the OK button to complete the setting process. • A message appears on the screen to inform you that the setting has been entered. • Pressing the F1 ( BACK ) button without pressing the OK button...

5 M enu setting method 66 EN Menu setting method , Rec Menu Mic Gain Recording sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs. [ Hi ]: Suitable for recording meetings and seminars with a small number of people. [ Mid ]: Suitable for recording musical performances. [ Lo ]: Suitable for recording l...

5 M enu setting method 67 EN Menu setting method Low Cut Filter The recorder has a Low Cut Filter function to minimize low-frequency sounds and record voices more clearly. This function can reduce noise from air conditioners and projectors and other similar noises. [ 300Hz ]: Use this setting when s...

5 M enu setting method 68 EN Menu setting method ▌ How to enable pre-recording To enable pre-recording, set [ Pre-Recording ] to [ On ]. 1 While the recorder is in stop mode, press the REC ( s ) button. • The recorder enters recording pause mode. However, it constantly records ambient sound and hold...

5 M enu setting method 69 EN Menu setting method When [ Sound ] is selected: Set [ Metronome 1 ] or [ Metronome 2 ] as the sound type. When [ Beat ] is selected: Set a rhythm pattern between [ 0 ] and [ 9 ]. When [ Volume ] is selected: Set the volume between [ Volume 1 ] and [ Volume 5 ]. • To use ...

5 M enu setting method 70 EN Menu setting method - Play Menu Play Mode You can select the playback mode that best suits the type of audio. Select the desired playback range ▌ Select the desired playback mode ▌ • In [ File ] mode, when the recorder comes to the end of the last file in the folder, [ E...

5 M enu setting method 71 EN Menu setting method Forward/Reverse Skip Playback ▌ . LCD/Sound Menu Backlight The display will remain lit for about 10 (Initial setting) seconds when a button on the recorder is pressed. [ 5 sec. ] [ 10 sec. ] [ 30 sec. ] [ 1 min. ]: Enables the Backlight function. [ Of...

5 M enu setting method 72 EN Menu setting method Beep The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of errors. System sounds may be turned of f. [ Volume 3 ]: Increase the volume of beeps. [ Volume 2 ]: Set beeps to the normal volume. [ Volume 1 ]: Decrease the volume of beeps. [ ...

5 M enu setting method 73 EN Menu setting method USB Settings You can switch the USB class according to your usage. See “ Changing the USB class [ USB Settings ] ” ( ☞ P.76). Reset Settings This function returns all other functions to their initial settings (factor y default). [ Start ]: Returns the...

5 M enu setting method 74 EN Menu setting method Guidance [ Voice Guide ] (LS-14 only) This feature gives audio announcements of recorder operating conditions. Adjust the speed and the volume of guidance announcements. 2 Press the + or − button to select the item you want to set. 1 Select [ Voice Gu...

5 M enu setting method 75 EN Menu setting method Changing the time and date [ Time & Date ] If the current time and date are not correct, set them using the procedure below. 2 Press the 9 or 0 button to select the item you want to set. • Select “ Hour ”, “ Minute ”, “ Year ”, “ Month ” or “ Day ...

6 1,4 Using the tuning func tion 80 EN b a c d Using the tuning function You can use the recorder’s chromatic tuning function to tune musical instruments. The dif ference between the reference tone and the input sound is measured and displayed on screen. 1 Switch the Mode dial to the [ v ] position....

6 Using the tuning func tion 81 EN Using the tuning function • Tune accurately with the needle pointing to the center of the meter. • The LED indicator lights will turn on as the instrument becomes tuned. When the instrument is in tune, the bar will be at the center of the meter, and the left and ri...

7 Operating en vironment 82 EN Using the recorder on your PC When connected to a PC, the recorder enables you to do the following: Windows ▌ Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7/8 (Standard Installation) Compatible PC’s: Windows PC’s equipped with more than one free USB port Macintosh ▌ Op...

7 Operating en vironment 83 EN Operating environment Precautions on using the recorder connected to a PC • When you are downloading a file from the recorder or uploading a file to the recorder, do not remove the USB cable even if the screen is indicating you can. Data is still being transferred whil...

7 C onnec ting t o y our PC 84 EN 3 While the recorder is in stop mode or turned off, connect the USB cable to the connecting terminal of the recorder. 1 Boot the PC. 2 Connect the USB cable to the USB port of the PC. Notes • Refer to the user’s manual for your PC regarding the USB port on your PC. ...

7 C onnec ting t o y our PC 85 EN Connecting to your PC Disconnecting from your PC Windows ▌ Macintosh ▌ 2 Confirm that the recorder PEAK indicator light has turned off before disconnecting the USB cable. • The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used. • When the window indicating tha...

7 Transf er ring v oice files t o y our PC 86 EN Windows ▌ The four folders on this recorder will be displayed as [ RECORDER ], [ 01 ], [ 02 ] and [ 03 ] when connecting the recorder to a PC. Copy them to the folder of your choice on your PC. Transferring voice files to your PC 1 Connect the recorde...

7 Windows Macintosh Transf er ring v oice files t o y our PC 87 EN Transferring voice files to your PC Drive names and folder names when a PC is connected ▌ Internal memory Untitled Drive name Folder name Recognized by the drive name of the product. RECORDER 01 02 03 Removable Disk Drive name Folder...

7 Usage as ex te rnal memor y of y our PC 88 EN With the recorder connected to your PC, you can download data from the memor y to your PC and upload data stored on your PC to the memor y. Note • While data is being transmitted, [ Busy ] is displayed and the PEAK indicator light flashes. NEVER discon...

8 Alar m message list 89 EN Alarm message list Message Meaning Explanation Action [ Battery low ] Low battery power. Battery power is getting low. Replace with new batteries ( ☞ P.15). [ File locked ] Erase-locked. Tried to delete a locked file. Unlock the file ( ☞ P.51). [ No more can be set ] Inde...

8 Tr oubleshooting 91 EN Troubleshooting Symptom Probable cause Action Nothing appears on the display The battery is not loaded properly. Verify that the battery polarities = and - are correct ( ☞ P.15). Battery power is getting low. Replace with new batteries ( ☞ P.15). The power is off. Turn the p...

8 A ccessor ies (optional) 94 EN Accessories (optional) Accessories exclusive to the Olympus voice recorder can be purchased directly from Online Shop on our company’s website. Availability of accessories dif fers depending on the countr y. s Stereo microphone: ME51S The built-in large-diameter micr...

8 Specifications 95 EN Specifications General ▌ 4 Recording format: Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3) 4 Input level: [ Mic Gain ]: [ Hi ] : − 70 dBv [ Mid ] : − 50 dBv [ Lo ] : − 30 dBv LINE IN jack: − 6 dBv 4 Sampling frequency: Linear PCM format 96.0 kHz 24 bit 96.0 kHz ...

8 Specifications 96 EN Specifications Frequency response ▌ 4 During recording mode ( MIC jack/ LINE IN jack): Linear PCM format 96.0 kHz 24 bit 20 Hz to 44 kHz 88.2 kHz 24 bit 20 Hz to 42 kHz 48.0 kHz 16 bit 20 Hz to 23 kHz 44.1 kHz 16 bit 20 Hz to 21 kHz 44.1 kHz (mono) 20 Hz to 21 kHz MP3 format 3...

8 Specifications 97 EN Specifications Guide to recording times ▌ The following values are strictly for reference only. 4 Linear PCM format: Recording format Internal memory SD card LS-14 (4 GB) LS-12 (2 GB) 32 GB 16 GB 8 GB 96.0 kHz 24 bit 1 h. 35 min. 40 min. 14 h. 30 min. 7 h. 15 min. 3 h. 35 min....

8 Specifications 98 EN Specifications Guide to battery life ▌ The following values are strictly for reference only. 4 In recording mode (Internal memory): Recording format Built-in microphones* Alkaline battery LS-14 (4 GB) LS-12 (2 GB) Linear PCM format 44.1 kHz 16 bit 46 h. 50 h. MP3 format 320 kb...

8 Technical assistance and suppor t 99 EN The following contact information relates to 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] Technical assist...