DETAILED

INSTRUCTIONS

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2 About recording

Recording tips for each instrument ... 26

6 About the tuner

7 Using the recorder on your PC

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Safety precautions

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 from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and information provided.

fDanger:

If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, serious injury or death may result.

fWarning:

If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, injury or death may result.

fCaution:

If the product is used without observing the information given under this symbol, minor personal injury, damage to the equipment, or loss of valuable data may result.

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Cautions relating to the operating environment

???Do not leave the product where it will be subject to high temperatures and/or humidity such as in a car parked in direct sunlight or at the seashore in summer.

???Do not store the product in a humid or dusty place.

???If the product gets wet, immediately wipe water off with a dry cloth. Especially avoid salt.

???Do not use organic solvent such as alcohol or thinner for cleaning.

???Do not place the product on or near a television set, refrigerator, or other electric appliance.

???Ensure that no sand or mud gets on the product. Sand or mud may cause irreparable damage.

???Do not apply strong vibration or shock to the product.

???Do not use the product where it will get wet.

???Do not put a magnetic card (such as bank card) near the speaker or headphones. Data recorded in the magnetic card may be damaged.

???When installing a tripod, rotate the screws on the tripod rather than the recorder.

Notes on data loss

???Data recorded in the memory could be damaged or erased due to a wrong operation, device failure, repair or other cause. It is recommended to save important data in the hard disk of your PC or other media for backup.

???Olympus bears no liability for any damage or lost earnings incurred by data loss due to a failure, repair by a third party not certified by Olympus, or other reason.

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 purposes without permission from the owner.

Handling the recorder

fWarning:

sDo not use the product where there may be flammable or explosive gas in the air.

Doing so could cause an ignition or explosion.

sDo not use or store the product for a long time where there is a lot of dust, humidity, oil, smoke, or steam.

Doing so could cause a fire or electric shock.

sDo not disassemble, repair, or modify the product.

Doing so could cause an electric shock or injury.

sIf the product falls into water or if water, metal or a flammable foreign object gets into the product, perform the following steps:

1 Immediately remove the battery.

2 Contact your dealer or the Olympus Service Station for service. Continuing to use it could cause a fire or electric shock.

sDo not insert a card other than SD or SDHC card into the recorder.

If you accidentally insert such a card, do not try to forcibly remove it but contact our repair center or service station.

sDo not operate the product while driving a vehicle (such as bicycle, motorbike or car).

Doing so could cause a traffic accident.

sDo not leave the product within the reach of infants or children.

When using the product near them, take extra care and do not carelessly leave the product unattended. Children cannot understand warnings and cautions. In addition, the following accidents could happen:

???Accidentally wrap the earphone cord around the neck and suffocate

???Perform a wrong operation, causing injury or electric shock

sAvoid using the product in an airplane, hospital, or other place where use of electric devices is restricted. Or, follow the instructions given at the site.

sWhen carrying the recorder by a strap, ensure that it does not get caught on other items.

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Safety precautions

fCaution:

sDo not turn the volume up before starting operation.

Doing so could cause a hearing problem or hearing loss.

sStop using the product if you notice an abnormality such as unusual odor, abnormal sound, or smoke.

Continuing to use the product could cause a fire or burn. Immediately remove the battery carefully not to get burned and contact your dealer, our repair center or service station (Do not touch the battery with bare hands when removing it. In addition, remove the battery outdoors away from combustible materials).

sDo not leave the product where it will be subject to high temperatures.

Doing so could cause deterioration of parts or a fire.

sDo not touch the metal part of the product for a long time when the ambient temperature is low.

Doing so could damage your skin. Avoid touching the product with bare hands if possible and use gloves or other protective gear at low temperatures.

Battery handling precautions

fDanger:

s Do not put the battery near fire.

sDo not throw the battery into fire or heat it.

Doing so could cause a fire, blowout or ignition.

sDo not directly solder, deform, modify or disassemble the battery.

sDo not connect the positive and negative terminals.

Doing so could cause heat generation, electric shock or fire.

sWhen carrying or storing the battery, always put it into the case to protect the terminals. Do not carry or store it with a key chain or other metal item.

Doing so could cause heat generation, electric shock or fire.

sDo not directly connect the battery to the power outlet or the slot of car cigarette lighter.

sDo not use or leave the battery at a place with high temperatures such as under direct sunlight, in the car in the hot sun, or near a heater.

Doing so could cause a fire, burn or injury due to liquid leak, heat generation, blowout or other reason.

Safety precautions

fWarning:

sDo not touch or hold the battery with wet hands.

Doing so could cause an electric shock or failure.

sDo not use a battery whose package is scratched or damaged.

Doing so could cause a blowout or heat generation.

sDo not insert the batteries with the =/- polarity reversed.

Doing so may cause fluid leakage, heat generation, fire or bursting.

???Do not use a battery whose outer seal (insulating cover) is torn.

???Remove the batteries if you are not going to use the recorder for an extended period of time.

???When a battery is depleted, cover the contacts with tape to insulate them and dispose of the battery as general waste in accordance with local regulations.

???Remove expended batteries from the unit at once. Leaving them in the unit may result in fluid leakage.

sIf battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with clean, cold running water and seek medical attention immediately.

sDo not leave the battery within the reach of infants or children.

They could swallow the battery. If this happens, immediately consult a doctor.

sIf you notice an abnormality such as abnormal sound, abnormally high temperature, burnt odor or smoke during use, perform the following steps:

1 Immediately remove the battery carefully.

2 Contact your dealer or the Olympus Service Station for service. Leaving it could cause a fire or burn.

sDo not soak the battery in freshwater or seawater or let the terminals get wet.

sIf a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other way during operation, stop using the recorder.

sIf a battery leaks fluid onto your

clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area with clean, cold running water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately.

fCaution:

sDo not apply a strong shock to the battery or throw it.

sPlease recycle batteries to help save our planet???s resources. When disposing of dead batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations.

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features Main

Main features

???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 that even sudden increases in the volume of the sound source can be recorded without distortion.

???Mode dial for easy setting adjustment to suit your usage

The Mode dial allows you to easily change the recording setting in accordance with the conditions of use. Four modes are available:

???[QUICK] mode: In this mode the recording level will be adjusted automatically.

???[SMART] mode: In this mode the recording level will be adjusted automatically to the optimum level to suit the volume input within the set time.

???[MANUAL] mode: In this mode the recording level can be adjusted manually.

???Tuning Mode (v) to measure the difference between the source and the reference.

???Tresmic, a triple microphone system that enables high-quality recording of all sound frequencies from low to high (LS-14 only)

This system enables high-quality recording of the full range of sounds, from bass to treble. The combination of a high performance stereo microphone with a center microphone that enriches the bass enables wideband recording between 20Hz and 20,000Hz that is closer to the original sound.

???Linear PCM Recording feature with recording quality at least equal to a CD

This feature is capable of realistically recording various different sound sources. High resolution recording at a high sampling frequency and bit count equivalent or superior to that of a music CD (Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz, Bit count 16bit) is possible.

Main features

???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 immersive recordings without clipping even when recording live shows and concerts. The new high-sensitivity and low-noise stereo microphones faithfully capture the original sound. Stereo microphones are fixed at a 90?? angle to allow natural and expansive stereo recording.

??? Various other recording functions

In addition to the normal recording modes, two other functions can be selected: Overdubbing and Pre-recording. You can select the recording mode and function according to your use: recording of musical instrument practice, field recording, and so on.

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??? Metronome function

This feature can be used as a rhythm guide during recording.

??? Chromatic tuning function

??? File dividing function

You can divide files after recording (PCM, MP3) or during recording (PCM).

??? File trimming function (LS-14 only)

You can trim portions of files (PCM) and keep only the part you want.

??? Partial erase function

You can erase part of a PCM-format file that has been recorded with this recorder.

??? Large high-definition backlit display

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1Built-in stereo microphone

2Built-in center microphone (LS-14 only)

3MIC (Microphone) jack

4LINE IN jack

5Card cover

6STOP/w(4) button

7REC (s) (Record) button, Recording indicator light (LED)

8MENU button

9Mode dial

0 PEAK indicator light (LED) ! LED indicator light

@ Display (LCD panel)

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# F1 button, F2 button, F3 button $ PLAY (`) button

% + button ^ 0button

& OK button

* ERASE button ( ??? button

) 9button - Battery cover

= Battery cover release button q Tripod socket

w Built-in speaker

e EAR (Earphone) jack

rREMOTE jack

Connect the receiver of the exclusive remote control set RS30W (optional). This enables operation of the start and stop recording functions through the remote control.

t USB connector

y POWER/HOLD switch u Strap hole

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Identification

Display (LCD panel)

??? Folder list screen

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Identification of parts

??? File screen

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[YF.PLAY]: F. Play indicator

[ S.PLAY]: S. Play indicator

5 Remaining memory bar indicator, Playback position bar indicator

6 Level meter

7 Function guide indicator

8 Remaining recording time, File length

9 Elapsed recording time, Elapsed playback time

Inserting batteries

This recorder can be used with AA Alkaline Batteries.

1 Press the battery cover release button, and then slide the battery cover open while lightly pressing it down.

2 Insert the batteries, observing the correct =and -polarities.

3 Close the battery cover completely by pushing the cover downwards in direction A while sliding it in direction B.

Battery indicator

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 take out the batteries while recording, you will lose your currently recorded file because the file header will not be able to close.

???If it takes longer than 15 minutes to replace the dead batteries or if you take the batteries in and out repeatedly at short intervals, you may have to re-enter the battery and time settings.

???Remove the batteries if you are not going to use the recorder for an extended period of time.

???When you are playing a file from the built-in

speaker, the recorder may turn Loff depending on the volume level due to the reduced voltage output of the batteries even if [ ] is displayed in

the battery indicator. In this case, lower the volume of the recorder.

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??? Turning off the power

Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow, and hold it for 1 second or longer.

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.

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

Notes

???If you press any button while the recorder is in HOLD mode, the clock screen lights for 2 seconds, but the recorder does not operate.

???If HOLD is applied during playback (recording), operation is disabled with the playback (recording) state unchanged (When playback has ended or recording has ended due to the remaining memory being used up,

the recorder stops).

???The recorder can be effectively operated via the exclusive remote control set RS30W (optional), even when it is in HOLD mode.

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HOLD

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Date] & [Time date and time the Setting

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Setting the time and date [Time & Date]

If you set the time and date before using the recorder, recording time and date information 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, 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, conduct setup from Step 1.

???Select ???Hour???, ???Minute???, ???Year???, ???Month??? or

??? You can select the order of ???Month???, ???Day??? and ???Year??? by pressing the F2 button while setting these items.

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 when you want the clock to start.

Notes

???If you press the OK button during the setup operation, the recorder will save the items that were set to that point.

???After setup, a message will sound prompting you to select [Off], if voice guidance is not required and the screen will go into [Voice Guide] (??? P.74) setup. If you don???t want the guidance feature, select [Off] (LS-14 only).

While the recorder is in stop mode at the [Home] screen, press and hold the

STOP/w(4) button to display [Time & date] and [Remain]. If the current time and date are not correct, set them using the time and date setting. See ???Changing the time and date

[Time & Date]??? (??? P.75).

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Date] & [Time date and time the Setting

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???Insert the SD card, keeping it straight.

???Inserting the SD card in the wrong way or at an angle could damage the contact area or cause the SD card to jam.

???If the SD card is not inserted all the way, data may not be recorded on the SD card.

???When you insert the SD card, the recording media changeover screen will appear.

Close the card cover securely.

To record on an SD card, press the + or ??? button and select [Yes].

Press the OK button to complete the setting.

Notes

???It is possible to switch the recording media over to the internal memory (??? P.72).

???In some cases SD cards that have been formatted (initialized) by another device, such as a computer, may not be recognized. Be sure to format SD cards with this recorder before using them (??? P.78).

???Battery life may be shorter when using an SD card (??? P.98).

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.

SD card

When the write protection switch is set to [LOCK], you cannot record or erase files.

Notes

???Quickly moving your finger away after pushing the SD card inward may cause it to eject forcefully out of the slot.

???Some SD cards or SDHC cards may not be recognized correctly depending on the manufacturer or type of card due to compatibility issues with this recorder.

???See the Olympus website for a list of SD cards that have been confirmed to operate with this recorder in conditions prescribed by Olympus. The website http://olympus-imaging.jp/ introduces manufacturers and types of SD cards confirmed to be compatible. Please note, however, this

is not meant to guarantee that SD cards will operate. Some SD cards may not be recognized correctly due to circumstances such as changes in manufacturer specifications.

???Always read the instructions that come with your SD card before using it.

???If an SD card is not recognized, remove the SD card and then insert it again to see if the recorder recognizes the SD card.

???Processing speed may be slower with some types of SD cards. Processing performance may also be reduced due to repeated writing and deleting. If that happens, reformat the SD card (??? P.78).

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card SD an ejecting and Inserting

[QUICK], [SMART] mode (??? P.28, P.29)

Recording starts

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In [SMART] mode, recording starts automatically when the countdown by the automatic adjustment function ends.

[MANUAL] mode (??? P.30)

[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.

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The following settings will be displayed.

1 [Mic Gain] (??? P.66)

2[Rec Format] (??? P.66)

3[Mic Select]* (??? P.67)

4[Play Mode] (??? P.70)

5[Limiter] (??? P.66)

6[Low Cut Filter] (??? P.67)

7[Pre-Recording] (??? P.68)

8[Memory Select] (??? P.72)

* LS-14 only

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operations screen [Home]

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folders the on Notes

Notes on the folders

The internal memory or an SD card can be used as the recording media. All files recorded with this recorder will be stored in the???RECORDER???folder regardless of the recording media.

Folder for recorded files:

Recorded files will be saved in the [RECORDER] folder.

RECORDER

001

002

001

LS-14 LS-12

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02

03

003

004

004

006

006

007

007

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Notes

???Files placed in the same hierarchical level as the [RECORDER] folder will not be recognized.

???This recorder will not recognize folders if they are created inside the [01], [02] or [03] folder.

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).

[Home] screen

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files and folders Selecting

??? Moving through the levels

}Return: F1 (BACK) button

Pressing this button takes you back to the previous screen.

{Proceed: OK button

Pressing this button opens the folder or file selected in the list screen.

+ or ??? button

Selects a folder or file.

F1 (LIST) button:

The display changes to the File list screen.

F3 (FOLDER) button:

The display changes to the Folder list screen.

List screen:

The folders and files stored in the recorder are displayed.

File screen:

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instrument each for tips Recording

??? Recorder position examples

Voice

Position the recorder slightly away from the singer's face. If breathing noises are audible, adjust the recorder position.

If breathing noises are audible

Wind instrument

Position the recorder pointing to the center of the so- called "bell." If breathing noises are audible, move the recorder slightly away from the center.

Adjust sound by moving the recorder away from the center.

If breathing noises are audible

Piano

When recording the sound of a grand piano, position the recorder pointing to the center of the open lid. To record acousmato as well, move the recorder slightly away to get a richer sound.

String instrument

When recording the sound of a string instrument such as a violin, position the recorder slightly away from the upper part of the instrument, pointing to the f-hole of the body.

Acoustic guitar

Position the recorder pointing to a place slightly away from the sound hole of the guitar. For a rhythm guitar, keep a certain distance from the main body of the guitar. For solo or melody-focused music, keep the recorder closer to the main body of the guitar during recording.

Electric guitar

To record sound directly from the speaker of a guitar amplifier, position the recorder slightly away from the speaker and pointing to the center of the speaker cone paper. To record sound from two speakers in stereo, position the recorder slightly away from the center between the left and right speakers. To record sound in mono, position the recorder slightly away from the center of the speaker cone paper.

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Round harmonic sound

instrument each

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Recording

Recording

Recording

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aElapsed recording time

bRemaining memory bar indicator

cRemaining recording time

dLevel meter (changes according to the recording level and recording function settings)

??? If the recording level is low, please change the [Mic Gain] setting to [Hi] or [Mid]

(??? P.66).

??? This recorder is able to record in high quality even when the volume of the sound source changes significantly. However even higher quality can be realized by adjusting the recording level manually.

3 Press the STOP/w(4) button to stop recording.

???[F] appears on the display.

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e File length

[SMART] mode

2 Press the REC (s) button to start automatic adjustment of the recording level.

???The countdown of the [Smart Time] starts (??? P.68).

???When the countdown of the automatic adjustment time ends, recording starts with the adjusted settings.

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Recording

Recording

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aElapsed recording time

bRemaining memory bar indicator

cRemaining recording time

dLevel meter (changes according to the recording level and recording function settings)

???The recording level will be adjusted automatically depending on the volume input within the set time. During recording level adjustment, [Setting Rec Level] and the remainder of the set time will be displayed (??? P.68).

???If you want to cancel automatic adjustment, press the F1 (CANCEL) or STOP/w(4) button. If you want to skip automatic adjustment and start recording immediately, press the F3 (SKIP) or the REC (s) button.

???After automatic adjustment, you can adjust

the recording level manually by using the 3 9and 0buttons (??? P.31).

Press the STOP/w(4) button to stop recording.

???[F] appears on the display.

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[MANUAL] mode

2 Press the REC (s) button to prepare to record.

???The recording indicator light flashes and [G] appears on the display.

Recording

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a Remaining recording time

b Remaining memory bar indicator

c Level meter (changes according to the recording level and recording function settings)

3 Press the 9or 0button to adjust the recording level.

???Distorted sound will be recorded while [OVER] is displayed. Adjust the recording level so that [OVER] is not displayed.

???The level can be adjusted between [01] and [70]*. The higher the number, the higher the level and the larger the indicator position on the level meter.

*When recording from the LINE IN jack, you can adjust the level between [01] and [30].

4 Press the REC (s) or PLAY (`) button to start recording.

???TheH recording indicator light turns on and [ ] appears on the display.

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d Elapsed recording time

5 Press the STOP/w(4) button to stop recording.

???[F] appears on the display.

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e File length

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Recording

Recording

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???Recording more than 2 GB of data in linear PCM format

Recording will continue even if the volume of a single file exceeds 2 GB in linear PCM format recording.

???The data is saved every 2 GB in separate files. It is treated as multiple files during playback.

???If the 999th file in a folder exceeds 2 GB, recording stops.

??? Settings relating to recording

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.

Resume Recording

Press the REC (s) or PLAY (`) button again.

??? Recording will resume at the point of interruption.

??? Listening while audio is recorded

To EAR jack

Notes

???You cannot control the recording level using the volume button.

???To avoid hurting your ears, turn down the volume before inserting the earphones into your ears.

???Do not place earphones near a microphone as this may cause feedback.

???If an external speaker is connected during

Recording

1 At the position where you want to divide the file, press the

F2 (DIVIDE)button.

???Recording will continue uninterrupted.

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2 Press the STOP/w(4) button to stop recording.

Recording

Using the overdubbing function

The overdubbing function enables you to dub sound over a file while listening to it. The recorded file is saved under a different name. This is useful when practicing songwriting and musical instruments.

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When using the overdubbing function, the following conditions must be met:

???Select a (.wav) file with the format

[PCM 44.1kHz/16bit] as the file to be played (??? P.25, P.60).

???Set [Rec Format] to [PCM 44.1kHz/16bit](??? P.66).

1 Switch the Mode dial to the [QUICK] or [MANUAL] position (??? P.28, P.30).

3 Connect earphones to the EAR jack of the recorder.

???The file to be dubbed over will be played back through the EAR jack.

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 to [MANUAL], playback will start first.

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Recording

5 Press the 9or 0button to adjust the recording level.

???You can adjust the recording level by using

2the 9or 0button depending on the volume level during playback.

Recording

6 Press the REC (s) button to start recording.

??? Playback will start again from the beginning. Recording will start at the same time.

7 Press the STOP/w(4) button to stop recording.

Notes

???When the original playback file ends, overdubbing also ends.

???When the [OVER DUB] function is used, the following functions cannot be used.

???[DIVIDE] (??? P.34)

???[Pre-Recording] (??? P.68)

???[Metronome] (??? P.68)

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Using the metronome function

The metronome is a useful rhythm guide and can be used during recording.

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??? Set [Rec Monitor] to [On] (??? P.68).

2 Press the F1 (METRONOME) button while recording or pausing.

???Turn the metronome ON or OFF by pressing the F1 (METRONOME) button.

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a Metronome

???The metronome works with the current settings. The sound of the metronome will not be recorded.

???The LED indicator lights on the recorder light in time with the metronome.

Recording

Notes

???The sound of the metronome will be output from the EAR jack. Connect earphones to hear the metronome.

???When [Rec Monitor] is set to [Off], no metronome sound is output.

File names are automatically created for files recorded by this recorder.

120324 _0001 .WAV

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1Time stamp:

2012.03.24

2File number:

A file number is consecutively assigned regardless of changes in the selected recording media.

3Extension:

This is the file name extension indicating the recording format used when recording with this recorder.

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To MIC jack

??? Applicable external microphones (optional) (??? P.94).

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Notes

???The built-in microphone becomes inoperable when an external microphone is plugged into the recorder???s MIC jack.

???Microphones supported by plug-in power can also be used.

???When an external monaural microphone is used while [Rec Format] is set to a stereo recording mode, audio is recorded to the L channel only (??? P.66).

???When an external stereo microphone is used while [Rec Format] is set to a monaural recording mode, audio is recorded to the L channel only (??? P.66).

???To record using an external microphone, connect it to the MIC jack. If you connect it to the LINE IN jack, the recorder will not record sound properly.

???If you use the MIC jack and LINE IN jack at the same time, input from the LINE IN jack has priority.

Recording

???Recording audio from another device with this recorder

Audio can be recorded when you have connected the audio output terminal (earphone jack) of another device and the LINE IN jack of the recorder using the connecting cord KA334 (optional) for dubbing.

To LINE IN jack

To audio output terminal of other device

???Recording audio from this recorder with another device

Audio from this recorder can be recorded to another device by connecting the audio input terminal (microphone jack) of the other device and the EAR jack of this recorder using the connecting cord KA333 (optional).

To EAR jack

To audio input terminal of other device

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Recording

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.

1 Select the file to be played back from the folder that contains

it (??? P.25).

2 Press the PLAY (`) button to start playback.

???[E] appears on the display.

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aFile name, Folder name

bElapsed playback time

cPlayback position bar indicator

dFile length

eLevel meter

Press the + or ??? button to adjust the volume.

???The volume can be adjusted within the range of [00] to [30].

Press the STOP/w(4) button at any point where you want to stop

playback.

???[F] appears on the display.

???Pressing this button stops the file being played.

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Playback

??? Settings relating to playback

You can select the desired [Play Mode] (??? P.70) playback range and repeat

playback.

??? Playback through the earphones

The earphones can be connected to the EAR jack of the recorder for listening.

???When the earphones are used, the recorder speaker is switched off.

To EAR jack

Notes

???To avoid hurting your ears, turn down the volume before inserting the earphones into your ears.

???When using the earphones, do NOT set the volume too high. Listening at very high volume may lead to hearing loss.

??? Forwarding

button.

???[I] appears on the display.

???When you release the 9button, forwarding stops. Press the PLAY (`) button to start playback from where forwarding stopped.

While the recorder is in playback mode, press and hold the 9button.

???When you release the 9button, the recorder resumes normal playback.

???If there is an index mark or temp mark within the file, the recorder stops at that location (??? P.44).

???The recorder stops when it reaches the end of the file. Continue pressing the 9button to continue forwarding from the beginning of the next file.

EN

Playback

??? Rewinding

button.

???[J] appears on the display.

???When you release the 0button, rewinding stops. Press the PLAY (`) button to start playback from where rewinding stopped.

While the recorder is in playback mode, press and hold the 0button.

???When you release the 0button, the recorder resumes normal playback.

???If there is an index mark or temp mark within the file, the recorder stops at that location (??? P.44).

???The recorder stops when it reaches the beginning of the file. Continue pressing the 0button to continue rewinding from the end of the previous file.

EN

??? Locating the beginning of a file

While the recorder is in stop mode or playback mode, press the 9button.

??? The recorder skips to the beginning of the next file.

While the recorder is in playback mode, press the 0button.

???The recorder skips to the beginning of the current file.

While the recorder is in stop mode, press the 0button.

???The recorder skips to the beginning of the previous file. If the recorder is in the middle of a file, it will return to the beginning of the file.

While the recorder is in playback mode, press the 0button twice.

???The recorder skips to the beginning of the previous file.

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 setting other than [File Skip], the recorder skips forward/reverse by the specified time and then starts playback (??? P.70).

??? About music files

In cases where the recorder is unable to play back 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 which the recorder can play back are given below.

???Variable bit rate MP3 files (in which conversion bit rates can 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 than these cannot be played back.

???Even if the file format is compatible for playback on this recorder, the recorder does not support every encoder.

Changing the playback speed

The tone will be automatically adjusted digitally without changing the voice so it sounds natural.

1 While the recorder is in playback mode, press the OK button.

2 Press the + or ??? button to select playback speed.

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Playback

Playback

3 Press the OK button.

a

a Playback speed indicator

???Even if playback is stopped, the changed playback speed will be retained. The next playback will be at that speed.

Note

???As in normal playback mode, you can stop playback, cue a file, or insert an index or temp mark in slow playback and fast playback modes as well.

Setting an index mark or a temp mark

If index marks and temp marks have been placed into your files, you can quickly find a location you want to listen to when you are fast forwarding, fast rewinding, or cuing a file. Index marks can only be placed into files created by Olympus voice recorders, but temp marks can be used to temporarily remember desired locations.

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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.

???Clearing an index mark or a temp mark

1 Play a file that contains index or temp marks you wish to erase.

2 Press the 9or 0button to select the index or temp mark to be erased.

3 While the index or temp number is displayed for approximately 2 seconds on the display, press the ERASE button.

???The index or temp mark is erased.

???Index or temp numbers after the erased index or temp number automatically decrement by 1.

Notes

???Temp marks are temporary markings, so if you move to another file or connect the recorder to a PC, the marks will automatically be erased.

???Up to 99 index and temp marks can be set in a file. If you try to set more than 99 index or temp marks, the [No more can be set] message appears for index marks and the [No more can be set] message appears for temp marks.

???Index or temp marks cannot be set or erased in a locked file (??? P.51).

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Playback

Playback

How to begin segment repeat playback

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

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1 Select a file that has a segment you would like to play back repeatedly, and start playback.

2 Press the F1 (A-B) button at the position where you want to start segment repeat playback.

EN

???While [y] is displayed, you can fast forward, rewind, or change the playback speed in the same way as in normal mode to find the end position (??? P.41, P.43).

???If the recordery reaches the endzof the file while [ ] is displayed, point [ ] becomes

the end of the file, and repeat playback starts.

3 Press the F1 (A-B) button again at the position where you want to end segment repeat playback.

???The recorder continuously plays back the segment until segment repeat playback is canceled.

Note

???As in normal playback mode, the playback speed can be changed during segment repeat playback as well (??? P.43). If an index mark or temp mark is set or cleared during segment repeat playback, segment repeat playback is canceled and the recorder returns to normal playback mode (??? P.44).

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[OPTION] Editing

Editing [OPTION]

??? Recorded files options

*1 This function is not available when the File list screen is displayed.

*2 LS-14 only

Note

???The recorder stops if you leave it idle for 3 minutes during a menu setup operation and do not set a selected item.

Moving/Copying a file [Move/Copy]

Files saved in the internal memory or an SD card can be moved or copied within the memory. Files can also be moved or copied between memory.

You can edit a single selected file or multiple files.

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1 First, select the file or the folder that contains the file you want to copy/move (??? P.25).

Editing [OPTION]

2 While the recorder is in stop mode, press the F2 (OPTION) button.

???The [OPTION] screen appears on the display.

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5 Press the + or ??? button to select the location to which you want to move or copy the file.

[Move to memory]: Move a file from the internal memory or SD card to another folder within the internal memory.

[Copy to memory]: Copy a file from the internal memory or SD card to another folder within the internal memory.

[Move to SD]: Move a file from the internal memory or SD card to another folder in the SD card.

[Copy to SD]: Copy a file from the internal memory or SD card to another folder in the SD card.

Press the OK button.

If you entered the [OPTION] screen from the File screen:

???Move or copy the selected file.

Proceed to Step 9.

If you entered the [OPTION] screen from the File list screen:

???Move or copy multiple files. Proceed to Step 7.

Press the + or ??? button to select the number of files you want to move or copy.

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[OPTION] Editing

Editing [OPTION]

8 Press the OK button to move to the respective setting.

4 If you selected [One file]:

1Press the + or ??? button to select the file you want to move or copy.

4

4 If you selected [Selected files]:

1Press the + or ??? button to select the file(s) you want to move or copy.

2Press the OK button to check the file(s) selected.

9 Press the + or ??? button to select the folder to which you want to move or copy the file.

10 Press the F2 (GO) button.

???File move or file copy starts if [Moving!] or [Copying!] appears on the display. During the process, the progress status is shown as a percentage.

???The process is completed when [File move completed] or

[File copy completed] is displayed.

Editing [OPTION]

Notes

???The recorder cannot copy when the memory capacity is not sufficient.

???You cannot move or copy files if the number of files in the move destination folder or copy destination folder will exceed 999.

???Do not remove the battery during moving or copying. Doing so may damage the data.

???A file cannot be moved or copied to the same folder.

???When operation is canceled during moving or copying, only the files for which the move or copy process has already been completed are saved

at the new location. The move or copy process is canceled for all other files.

???Files which are locked remain so even after they are moved or copied.

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 (??? P.62). You can edit a single selected file or multiple files.

???The [OPTION] screen appears on the display.

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Editing [OPTION]

4 If you selected [One file]:

1 Press the + or ??? button to select the file you want to protect.

[OPTION] Editing

4

5

Press the OK button.

If you entered the [OPTION] screen from the File screen:

???Protect the selected file. Proceed to Step 7.

If you entered the [OPTION] screen from the File list screen:

???Protect multiple files. Proceed to Step 5.

Press the + or ??? button to select the number of files you want to protect.

[One file]: Select only the specified file.

[Selected files]: Select multiple files.

[All files]: Select all files in the folder.

2 Press the OK button to select the file.

4 If you selected [Selected files]:

1Press the + or ??? button to select the files you want to protect.

2Press the OK button to check the files selected.

3Repeat steps 1 and 2 until all the files you want to protect are selected, then press the F2 (GO) button.

4If you selected [All files]:

Editing [OPTION]

7 Press the + or ??? button to select [On] or [Off].

[On]:

Locks the file and prevents it from being erased.

[Off]:

Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased.

8 Press the OK button to complete the setting.

???Pressing the F1 (BACK) button without pressing the OK button will cancel the settings and return you to the [OPTION] screen.

9 Press the F3 (EXIT) button to close the [OPTION] screen.

File list screen

a

aFile Lock

4

[OPTION] Editing

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Editing [OPTION]

Dividing a file [File Divide]

Files with large capacities and long recording times can be divided so that they are easier to manage and edit.

A

???Only files recorded with this recorder can be divided.

???This function is not available when the File list screen is displayed.

1 Select the file you want to divide.

2 While the recorder is in stop mode, press the F2 (OPTION) button.

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???The [OPTION] screen appears on the

54 display.

4 Press the OK button.

5 Press the PLAY (`) button and play the file to the position where you want to divide it.

??? While the recorder is in playback mode, press and hold the 9or 0button to fast-forward or rewind.

??? It is useful to mark the divide position in advance by setting an index mark.

6 At the position where you want to divide the file, press the F2 (DIVIDE) button.

???Pressing the F1 (BACK) button without pressing the OK button will cancel the settings and return you to the [OPTION] screen.

Editing [OPTION]

7 Press the + button to select [Start].

8 Press the OK button.

???[Dividing!] appears and file dividing starts. File dividing is completed when

[File divide completed] appears.

9 Press the F3 (EXIT) button to close the [OPTION] screen.

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 renamed [File name_1.mp3] and the latter part of the file is named [File name_2.mp3].

???If a file has an extremely short recording time, it may not be divided even if it is an MP3 file or PCM file.

???Do not remove the battery while dividing a file. Doing so may damage the data.

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[OPTION] Editing

EN

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[OPTION] Editing

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Editing [OPTION]

Partially erasing a file [Partial Erase]

An unwanted part of a file can be erased.

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.

1 Selecterase. the file you want to partially

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 PLAY (`) button and play the file to the position where you want to start partial erase.

??? Forward the file to the position where you want to start partial erase. If the file is long, use the 9button to move to the position you want to delete.

6 At the position where you want to start partial erase, press the

F2 (START) button.

???Playback will continue even after the F2 (START) button is pressed. You can rewind or fast-forward as usual to quickly locate the erase end position.

Editing [OPTION]

7 At the position where you want to end partial erase, press the

F2 (END) button again.

9 Press the OK button.

???The display will switch to [Partial erasing !] and start the partial erase.

The deletion is completed when [Partial erase completed.] is displayed.

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[OPTION] Editing

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4

[OPTION] Editing

Editing [OPTION]

Trimming a file [Trimming] (LS-14 only)

A file can be trimmed down to just the required portion and then re-saved.

3

4

Press the + or ??? button to select [Trimming].

Press the OK button.

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A

???Only a PCM file recorded with this recorder can be trimmed.

???This function is not available when the File list screen is displayed.

1 Select the file you want to trim.

2 While the recorder is in stop mode, press the F2 (OPTION) button.

???The [OPTION] screen appears on the display.

5 Press the PLAY (`) button and play the file to the position where you want to start trimming.

??? Forward the file to the position where you want to start trimming. If the file is long, use the 9 button to move to the position you want to trim.

6 At the position where you want to start trimming, press the F2 (START) button.

???Playback will continue even after

the F2 (START) button is pressed. You can rewind or fast-forward as usual to quickly locate the trimming end position.

Editing [OPTION]

7 At the position where you want to end trimming, press the F2 (END) button again.

10 Press the F3 (EXIT) button to close the [OPTION] screen.

Note

??? If a file has an extremely short recording time, it may not be trimmed even if it is a PCM file.

9 Press the OK button.

???The display will switch to [Trimming !] and start trimming. Trimming is completed when [Trimming completed.] is displayed.

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[OPTION] Editing

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Editing [OPTION]

Confirming a file in memory [Property]

File information can be confirmed from the menu screen.

EN

4 Press the OK button.

???The [Property] screen appears on the display.

???[Name] (File name), [Date] (Time stamp), [Size] (File size), [Bit Rate]* (File format) and [File Lock] (File protection) appear on the display.

*When a linear PCM format file has been selected, the [Bit Rate] area displays the sampling frequency and bit rate.

5 After checking the information, press the OK button to exit [Property] screen.

6 Press the F3 (EXIT) button to close the [OPTION] screen.

Erasing

Erasing a file

A selected file can be erased from a folder.

3

4

2

1

2 While the recorder is in stop mode in the File screen, press the ERASE button.

3

4

Press the + button to select [Start].

Press the OK button.

???The display changes to [Erasing!] and erasing starts.

???[Erased] is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers are reassigned automatically.

4

Erasing

Erasing

Erasing multiple files at once

???If an action is not selected within 8 seconds, the recorder returns to stop mode.

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3

4

5

6

7

Press the + or ??? button to select [Selected files] or [All files].

[Selected files]: Erase multiple selected files.

[All files]: Erase all files in a folder.

Press the OK button.

???If you selected [All files], proceed to Step 8.

Press the + or ??? button to select the file to be erased.

Press the OK button.

???Repeat steps 5 and 6 to select the files to be erased.

Press the F2 (GO) button.

Erasing

8 Press the + button to select [Start].

9 Press the OK button.

???The display changes to [Erasing!] and erasing starts.

???[Erased] is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers are reassigned automatically.

Notes

???You cannot recover a file once it has been erased. Please check carefully before erasing.

???When an SD card is inserted into the recorder, be sure to confirm the recording media as either

[Internal memory] or [SD card] so that there is no mistake (??? P.23, P.72).

???Locked files and files set as read-only cannot be erased (??? P.51).

???If the SD card is write-protected, [SD Card Locked] will be displayed. If you want to erase a file, please release the card???s write protection (??? P.21).

???If there is a file that cannot be recognized by the recorder, the file will not be erased. Please connect the recorder to your PC to erase the file.

???Replace the battery with a new one in order to ensure that the battery does not go flat during erasing. In addition, it may take over 10 seconds to complete erasing. Never perform operations such as the following during erasing, as such operations may damage the data.

1 Disconnect the AC Adapter during erasing.

2 Remove the battery during erasing.

3 Remove the SD card during erasing when [SD card] is selected as the recording media.

???You cannot delete folders with the recorder.

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Erasing

??? Menu items can be set during recording or EN playback.

selected item.

Menu setting method

6 Press the + or ??? button to change the setting.

Notes

???The recorder stops if you leave it idle for 3 minutes during a menu setup operation and do not set a selected item.

???When menu settings are entered during recording or playback, the menu settings are canceled if 8 seconds elapse with no buttons being pressed.

??? Setting menu during recording

7 Press the OK button to complete the setting process.

Function

[Mic Gain]

[Low Cut Filter]

[Plug-in Power]

[Rec Monitor]

Setting

To menu item options

5

setting Menu

??? 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 cancels the setting process and returns you to the previous screen.

8 Press the F3 (EXIT) button to close the menu screen.

???If the menu screen is open during recording or playback, pressing the F3 (EXIT) button allows you to return to the recording or playback screen without interrupting recording or playback.

??? Setting menu during playback

[Play Mode]

To menu item options

[Skip Space]

method

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method setting Menu

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 loud musical performances.

???This function is enabled when the Mode dial is switched to [QUICK]. When the Mode dial is switched to [SMART]* or [MANUAL], adjust the

recording level via the correction function (??? P.31).

???To confirm the setting, press and hold the F3 (INFO) button at the [Home] screen (??? P.23).

*In [SMART] mode, you can adjust the recording level after setting the time for

[Smart Time] (??? P.68).

Limiter

Switch to the automatic adjustment function according to the input level during recording.

[Music]:

Select this setting for clarity of sound volume. This setting is suitable for music recordings.

[Voice]:

Select this setting to equalize the sound volume. The sound can be recorded at a predetermined volume to produce equalized recordings. This setting is suitable for voice recordings.

[Off]:

Use this position when adjusting the input levels without using the correction function.

???This function is enabled when the Mode dial is switched to [SMART] or [MANUAL] (??? P.29, P.30).

???If the sound input is too loud, noise may occur even if you set [Limiter] to [Music] or [Voice]. Also, in certain cases the PEAK indicator light, which indicates loud input, may not light. To ensure successful recording, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use.

???To confirm the setting, press and hold the F3 (INFO) button at the [Home] screen (??? P.23).

Menu setting method

2 Select the recording rate.

When [PCM]*1 is selected:

[96.0 kHz/24 bit] to [44.1 kHz(mono)]*2

When [MP3] is selected:

[320 kbps] to [64 kbps(mono)]*2 *1 Files saved in the PCM (WAV) format

correspond to BWF (Broadcast Wave Format), and the date and time that each file is recorded is added to the file.

*2 Monaural recording.

???For clear recording of musical performances or choirs, set [Rec Format] to any value other than [mono] before starting recording.

???When an external monaural microphone is used while [Rec Format] is set to a stereo recording mode, audio is recorded to the L channel only.

???To confirm the setting, press and hold the F3 (INFO) button at the [Home] screen (??? P.23).

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 sufficient noise reduction cannot be obtained with the [100Hz] setting.

[100Hz]:

This setting will reduce the noise generated from air conditioners and projectors. It is effective for indoor recording.

[Off]:

Disables the Low Cut Filter function.

???To confirm the setting, press and hold the F3 (INFO) button at the [Home] screen (??? P.23).

Plug-in Power

External microphones supported by plug-in power can also be used. You can configure the recorder according to whether or not you want to supply power to external microphones.

???To confirm the setting, press and hold the F3 (INFO) button at the [Home] screen (??? P.23).

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Menu setting method

Pre-Recording

Pre-recording enables you to record up to 2 seconds* of sound before you actually press the recording button. This function allows you, for example, to start recording birdsong up to 2 seconds* before the bird starts singing even if you press the recording button at the moment the bird starts singing.

[On]: For recording sound up to 2 seconds* before the recording button is pressed.

[Off]: For normal recording start.

* Recording start time will vary according to

5[Rec Format] settings.

???To confirm the setting, press and hold the F3 (INFO) Menu button at the [Home] screen (??? P.23).

Rec Monitor

Select whether or not to output audio while recording from the earphone jack (EAR).

[On]: Enables the recording monitor function. Sound will be output from the EAR jack.

[Off]: Disables this function. Sound will not be output from the EAR jack.

???If the external speaker is connected while recording, there is a risk that audio feedback will occur. It is recommended that you use earphones to monitor recording, or turn [Rec Monitor] to [Off] while recording.

Smart Time

Set the automatic adjustment time to be used in [SMART] mode.

[10 sec.] [30 sec.] [1 min.]: Set the time for automatic adjustment.

[Endless]: Automatic adjustment will continue until you skip it.

Metronome

The metronome is a useful rhythm guide and can be used during recording. You can also set it while recording is paused. The metronome sound is not output from the speaker.

1 Select the metronome options.

[Tempo]: Set the metronome???s tempo.

[Sound]: Set the metronome???s sound.

[Beat]: Set the metronome???s pattern.

[Volume]: Set the metronome???s volume.

Menu setting method

2 Change the settings.

When [Tempo] is selected:

Set a Tempo speed between [40] and [250].

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 the Metronome function, press the

F1 (METRONOME) button during recording or while recording is paused (??? P.36).

???The sound of the metronome will be output from the EAR jack. Connect earphones when using the metronome.

???The sound of the metronome will not be recorded.

???When [Rec Monitor] is set to [Off], no metronome sound is output (??? P.68).

4 Tempo terms and guide to tempo range

5

method setting Menu

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

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???In [File] mode, when the recorder comes to the end of the last file in the folder, [End] flashes for two seconds on the display and the recorder stops at the start of the last file.

???In [Folder] mode, when the recorder comes to the end of the last file in the folder, [End] flashes for two seconds on the display and the recorder stops at the start of the first file in the folder.

???To confirm the setting, press and hold the F3 (INFO) button at the [Home] screen (??? P.23).

Skip Space

This function enables you to skip (forward) or reverse skip (rewind) a small portion of the file being played. This function is convenient for quickly skipping to another playback position or repeatedly playing back short phrases.

When [Forward Skip] is selected:

[File Skip] [10 sec.] [30 sec.] [1 min. ] [5 min.] [10 min.]

When [Reverse Skip] is selected:

[File Skip] [5 sec.] [10 sec.] [30 sec.] [1 min.] [5 min.]

Menu setting method

??? Forward/Reverse Skip Playback

1 Press the PLAY (`) button to start playback.

2 Press the 9or 0button.

???The recorder skips (forward) or reverse skips (rewind) a set space and starts playing back.

???If there is an index mark/temp mark or a cue closer than the skip space, the recorder forward skips/ reverse skips to that position.

.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. [Off]:

Disables the Backlight function.

EN

Menu setting method

Beep

The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of errors. System sounds may be turned off.

EN

/Device Menu

Memory Select

When an SD card is inserted, you can select to record to either the internal memory or to the SD card

(??? P.20).

[Internal memory]: Internal memory.

[SD card]: SD card.

???To confirm the recording media, press and hold the F3 (INFO) button at the [Home] screen (??? P.23).

Power Save

If the recorder remains in stop mode for over 10 minutes (Initial setting) while the power is turned on, the recorder enters sleep mode.

[5 min.] [10 min.] [30 min.] [1 hr.]:

Set the length of time that is to elapse before the recorder enters sleep mode.

[Off]: Disables the Power Save function.

???If any button is pressed, the elapsed time count starts over again.

Time & Date

Setting the time and date beforehand enables easier file management.

See ???Changing the time and date [Time & Date]???

(??? P.75).

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 (factory default).

[Start]: Returns the settings to their initial values.

[Cancel]: Takes you back to [Device Menu].

???After the settings have been returned to their initial values, the time settings and file numbers are preserved, without being returned to their initial settings.

???Menu settings after resetting (initial settings)

,Rec Menu:

.LCD/Sound Menu:

including locked files and read-only files, are erased. See ???Formatting the recorder [Format]??? (??? P.78).

Memory Info.

The recordable capacity remaining and overall capacity of the recording media can be seen from the menu.

???The recorder uses some of its memory capacity to maintain a management file. The indicated remaining capacity is less than the total capacity of the media due to its characteristic. This is not a malfunction.

System Info.

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.

1 Select [Voice Guide] from the menu on the [LCD/Sound Menu].

???For details on how to enter the menu

5settings, see ???Menu setting method???

(??? P.64).

method setting Menu

2 Press the + or ??? button to select the item you want to set.

??? Select items you want to set from among [On/Off], [Speed] and [Volume].

3 Press the OK button to move to the EN respective setting.

4 [On/Off] setting:

1Press the + or ??? button to select between [On] and [Off].

[On]: Guidance will be provided.

[Off]: Guidance will be canceled.

2Press the OK button to exit [On/Off] selection.

4 [Speed] setting:

1Press the + or ??? button to select from [Speed 5], [Speed 4], [Speed 3], [Speed 2], and [Speed 1].

2Press the OK button to exit [Speed] selection.

4 [Volume] setting:

1 Press the + or ??? button to select from [Volume 5], [Volume 4], [Volume 3], [Volume 2], and [Volume 1].

2 Press the OK button to exit [Volume] selection.

4 Press the F3 (EXIT) button to close the menu screen.

Notes

???The starting tune/closing tune when the power is turned On/Off (??? P.16) can be canceled by setting the guidance to [Off].

???Set the volume of the starting tune/closing tune in the guidance [Volume] setting.

???The [Speed] setting in the [Voice Guide] settings is disabled during file playback.

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.

1 Select [Time & Date] from the menu on the [Device Menu].

???For details on how to enter the menu settings, see ???Menu setting method???

(??? P.64).

??????Hour??? flashes on the display, indicating the start of the Time and Date setup process.

2 Press the 9or 0button to select the item you want to set.

???Select ???Hour???, ???Minute???, ???Year???, ???Month??? or ???Day??? by moving the flashing position.

3 Press the + or ??? button to change the value.

??? Follow the same steps by pressing the 9 or 0button to select the next item, and pressing the + or ??? button to change the value.

4 Press the OK button to complete the setting.

??? The clock will start from the set date and time. Press the OK button when you want the clock to start.

5 Press the F3 (EXIT) button to close the menu screen.

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3 Press the OK button.

4 Press the + or ??? button to change the setting.

4When [USB Connection] is selected:

[PC]:

Setting for when the recorder is connected to a PC and used as a storage device or composite device. Connected as storage or composite.

[AC Adapter]:

This setting is available only when the recorder receives power from the USB or the AC adapter (A514) (Sold separately).

[Optional]:

Setting to confirm the connection method each time a USB connection is made.

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4 When [USB Class] is selected:

[Storage Class]:

Recognized by a PC as an external memory device.

[Composite]:

Setting when connected to a PC and used as an external memory device, USB speaker or microphone.

5 Press the OK button to complete the setting.

6 Press the F3 (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 in your PC.

???The PC cannot recognize that the recorder is connected to the PC if [USB Connection] is set to [AC Adapter].

???If the recorder is not recognized by the PC as an external storage device, change the [USB Class] setting to [Storage Class].

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Formatting the recorder [Format]

If you format the recorder, all files will be erased and all function settings will return to the defaults except the 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???

(??? P.64).

2 Press the + or ??? button to select the recording media to format.

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Press the OK button.

Press the + button to select [Start].

Press the OK button.

???After the [All data will be erased] message displays for two seconds, [Start] and [Cancel] appear.

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7 Press the OK button.

???Formatting begins and [Formatting!] flashes on the display.

???[Format done] appears when formatting ends.

Notes

???Never format the recorder from a PC.

???When the recorder is formatted, all the saved data, including locked files and read-only files, is erased.

???To restore the function???s settings to their initial values, use [Reset Settings] (??? P.73).

???If the SD card is write-protected, [SD Card Locked] will be displayed. If you want to format the card, release the card???s write protection (??? P.21).

???When an SD card is inserted into the recorder, be sure to confirm the recording media as either

[Internal memory] or [SD card] so that there is no mistake (??? P.23, P.72).

???Replace the battery with a new one in order to ensure that the battery does not go flat during formatting. In addition, it may take over 10 seconds to complete formatting. Never perform operations such as the following during formatting, as such operations may damage the data.

1 Disconnect the AC Adapter during formatting.

2 Remove the battery during formatting.

3 Remove the SD card during formatting when [SD card] is selected as the recording media.

???Formatting on the recorder is Quick Format. If you format the SD card, file management information is refreshed and the data inside the SD card is not deleted completely. When giving someone or disposing of the SD card, be careful of data leakage from the SD card. We recommend that the SD card be destroyed when you dispose of it.

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Using the tuning function

You can use the recorder???s chromatic tuning function to tune musical instruments. The difference between the reference tone and the input sound is measured and displayed on screen.

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2 Tune the musical instrument by playing a single note.

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aThe name of the note closest to the entered sound

bTarget position indicated by the reference tone

cTuning meter

dCalibration value

???The name of the note closest to the recognized sound appears.

???Press the F1 (DISPLAY) button to switch the type of visualization between the waveform type and the meter type.

???Waveform type is useful for the practice of wind instruments because it shows the tone interval visually.

???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 right LED indicator lights will turn on simultaneously.

The lights enable you to tune an instrument even when the display is in difficult lighting conditions.

???To change the calibration reference value, press the 9or 0button to select the frequency. The frequency of the reference tone A can be adjusted by 1 Hz increments in the range of 435 Hz to 445 Hz.

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Notes

??? Macintosh

Operating System:

Mac OS X 10.4.11 - 10.8 (Standard Installation)

Compatible PC???s:

Apple Macintosh series equipped with more than one free USB port

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???This is the operating environment required for saving files recorded by this recorder to your PC via the USB connection.

???The support service does not cover you if your PC has been updated from Windows 95/98/Me/2000 to Windows XP/Vista/7/8.

???Any failure on a self-modified PC will not be covered under the operational warranty.

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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 in stop mode or turned off, connect the USB cable to the connecting terminal of the recorder.

???[Remote (Storage)] is displayed on the recorder if the USB connector is connected.

???The recorder does not establish a connection with a PC if [AC Adapter] is selected in the USB connection setting. Select [PC] in the USB connection setting

(??? P.76).

Windows:

When you connect the recorder to Windows and open [My Computer], it is recognized by the drive name of the product.

Inserting an SD card will allow you to use it as

[Removable Disk].

Macintosh:

When you connect the recorder to

Mac OS, it is recognized by the drive name of the product on the desktop. If an SD card is inserted, [Untitled] is displayed.

Notes

???Refer to the user???s manual for your PC regarding the USB port on your PC.

???Be sure to push the cable connector all the way in. Otherwise, the recorder may not operate properly.

???When the recorder is connected through a USB hub, operation may become unstable. In such cases, refrain from using a USB hub.

???Use the dedicated USB cable. If any other company???s cable is used, it may lead to malfunction of the recorder. Also, never use this dedicated cable with any other company???s products.

??? Windows

1 Click [] on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device].

??? Macintosh

1 Drag and drop the recorder???s drive icon on the desktop to the Recycle Bin icon.

??? The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used.

??? When the window indicating that it is safe to remove hardware appears, close the window.

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Transferring voice files to your PC

???Drive names and folder names when a PC is connected

Internal memory

SD card

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(optional) Accessories

sStereo microphone: ME51S

The built-in large-diameter microphone enables sensitive stereo recording.

s2 channel microphone (omni-directional): ME30W

Two ME30 monaural microphones come in a set with a miniature tripod and a connection adapter. These highly sensitive omni-directional

microphones are supported by plug-in power and are well-suited to recording musical performances.

sCompact Gun Microphone (unidirectional): ME31

This directional microphone is useful for various types of recording such as outdoor recording of wild birds singing. The metal body provides sturdiness and high rigidity.

sCompact zoom microphone (unidirectional): ME32

This microphone is integrated with a tripod, making it suitable for recording audio at a distance, such as from your table at a meeting or conference.

sHighly sensitive noise-cancellation monaural microphone (unidirectional): ME52W

This microphone is used to record audio at a distance while minimizing surrounding noise.

sTie clip microphone (omni-directional): ME15

sTelephone pickup microphone: TP8

This earphone-type microphone can be placed into your ear while you are phoning. The voice or conversation from the phone can be recorded clearly.

sUSB connecting AC adapter: A514

5VDC AC Adapter for USB connection.

sConnecting cords: KA333

This connecting cord has stereo mini-plugs (??3.5) with resistance at both ends. Use it to connect from the earphone jack output of the recorder to the microphone input jack when recording. Converting plug adapters (PA331/PA231) which convert to the monaural mini plug (??3.5) or monaural mini plug (??2.5) are also included.

sConnecting cords: KA334

This connecting cord has stereo mini-plugs (??3.5) without resistance at both ends.

sExclusive remote control set: RS30W

When the receiver is plugged into the REMOTE jack, the recorder???s recording and stop functions can be operated through the remote control.

The receiving position can be adjusted, thereby allowing you to operate the recorder from various different angles.

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This small unobtrusive microphone comes with a tie-clip.

Specifications

??? General

4Recording format:

Linear PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3)

4Input level:

[Mic Gain]:

[Hi] : ??? 70 dBv

[Mid] : ??? 50 dBv

[Lo] : ??? 30 dBv

LINE IN jack:

???6 dBv

4Sampling frequency:

Linear PCM format

4Maximum working output:

300 mW (8 ?? speaker)

4Maximum headphone output:

?? 150 mV (according to EN 50332-2)

4Recording media*:

Built-in NAND FLASH memory:

LS-14: 4 GB

LS-12: 2 GB

SD card:

2 GB to 32 GB

*The recorder uses some of its memory capacity to maintain a management file. The indicated remaining capacity is less than the total capacity of the media due to its characteristic. This is not a malfunction.

4Speaker:

Built-in ?? 28 mm round dynamic speaker

4Built-in microphone with acoustic resistance:

130 dBspl

4MIC jack:

?? 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 2 k??

4LINE IN jack:

?? 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 10 k??

4EAR jack:

?? 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 8 ?? or more

4Input power requirement:

Batteries:

AA batteries (LR6) or

Ni-MH rechargeable batteries External power supply:

USB connecting AC adapter (A514) 5 V

4External dimensions:

138.7 mm ?? 52.5 mm ?? 23.5 mm (without protrusions)

4Weight:

170 g (including batteries)

4Operating temperature:

0??C - 42??C/ 32??F - 107.6??F

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??? Frequency response

4During recording mode (MIC jack/ LINE IN jack):

Linear PCM format

LS-12:

60 Hz to 20 kHz

(However, when recording in MP3 format, the upper limit value of the frequency response depends on the recording format.)

4During playback mode:

20 Hz to 20 kHz

(The upper and lower limit values of the frequency response depends on each recording format.)

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??? Maximum recording time per file

???The maximum capacity for a single file is approx. 4 GB for MP3, and approx. 2 GB for the Linear PCM format (WAV).

???Regardless of the amount of remaining memory, the longest sound recording time per file is restricted to the following value.

4 Linear PCM format:

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??? Guide to recording times

The following values are strictly for reference only.

4 Linear PCM format:

Notes

???Available recording time may be shorter if numerous 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.

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??? Guide to battery life

The following values are strictly for reference only.

4 In recording mode (Internal memory):

* When [Mic Select] is set to [On] (LS-14 only).

4 In voice file playback mode:

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Declaration of Conformity:

This device Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Tested To Comply

With FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Canadian RFI:

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Cet appareil num??rique ne d??passe pas les limites de la Cat??gorie B pour les ??missions de bruit radio ??manant d???appareils num??riques, tel que pr??vu dans les R??glements sur l???Interf??rence Radio du D??partement Canadien des Communications.

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