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OLYMPUS DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER VN-8700PC VN-8600PC VN-8500PC ENJINSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for information about using the product correctly and safely.

Keep the instructions handy for future reference.

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

OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. Shinjuku Monolth, 3-1 Nishi-Shinjuku 2-chome, Shinjyuku-ku, Tokyo 163-0914, Japan. Tel. +81 (0)3-3340-2111 http:www.olympus.com

OLYMPUS EUROPA HOLDING GMBH (Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstrasse 14-18, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. +49 (0)40-237730 (Letters) Postfach 10 49 08. 20034 Hamburg, Germany. Nttp:www.olympus-europa.com

For customers in Europe

@ "cpu compies vithihe European requirements for safety, health environment and customer protection. This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin WEEE Annex IV] indicates separate collection of K waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries. Please do not throw the equipment intothe domestic refuse. Please usethe return and collection systems available mm in your country for the disposal of this product. Applicable Product : VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC/VN-8500PC This symbol [crossed-out wheeled bin Directive 2006/66/EC Annex I] indicates separate K collection ofwaste batteries inthe EU countries. Please do notthrowthe batteries intothe domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection systems available in your country for the disposal ofthe waste batteries.

+ The contents of this document may be changed in the future without advanced notice. Contact our Customer Support Center for the latest information relatingto product names and model numbers.

+ Thescreen and recorder illustrations shown in this manual were produced during the development stages and may differ from the actual product. The utmost care has been taken to ensure the integrity of the contents of this document. In the unlikely event that a questionable item, error, or omission is found, please contact our Customer Support Center.

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

Trademarks and registered trademarks

+ IBM and PC/AT are the trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

+ Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

+ Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.

+ MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Other product and brandnames mentionedherein may bethe trademarks orregistered

trademarks of their respective owners.

Beforeusing yournew recorder, readthis manual carefullyto ensure that you knowhow to operate

it safely and correctly. Keep this manual in an easily accessible location for future reference.

+ Thewarning symbols indicate important safety related information. To protect yourselfand others from personalinjury or damage to property, itis essential that you always read the warnings and information provided.

( EAR (Earphone)jack (7 REC(@) (Record) 4) H4 button

@ Mic (Microphone) button 4? STOP (M) button jack ® pHibutton 43 Display (LCD panel)

The displayed character size on the screen can be changed. (please see “Font Size” ex P.13)

When the [Font Size] is set to [Large]. When the [Font Size] is set to [Small]. net), 811 yo 03182 en Ddi5650 0 ———26Hl ua | LE. 0.20 8 Et ® o-HnX.m) #0 @ Currentfile [HE] Low Cut Filter ( Playback mode number/ Total indicator indicator number of recorded LS) Voice Filter @ File name*2 files in the folder indicator*1 @ During recording @ Folder indicator @ File lock indicator mode: (@) Recorder status (® Battery indicator Remaining memory bar icator @) Recording mode indicator*2 @ During recording indicator During playback or mode: @ During recording stop mode: Elapsed recording time mode: Playback position bar During playback Remaining recording _ indicator*2 mode: time @ Recording date and Elapsed playback time During playback or time*2 © 1H] ophone stop mode:

ity indicator File length #1 ForVN-8700PC, VN-8600PC D VCVA on.

#2 This item will be displayed when the [Font Size] is set to [Small] only.

htly press down on the arrow and

slide the battery cover open. Manganese batteries may not be used in this recorder.

+ Be sure to stop 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.

@ insert size-AAA alkaline battery, g the correct ® and ©

When [LE] appears onthe display, replace the batteries as soon as possible. When the batteries are t00 weak, [£Z1] and [Battery Low] appears on the display and the recorder shuts down.

+ Remove the batteries if you are not going to use the recorder for an extended period of time. + When changing batteries, AAA alkaline batteries or Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are recommended.

While the recorder is turned off, slide the

POWER/HOLD switch in the direction indicated

+ The display will turn on, and the power will be turned on

Turning off the power:

Slide the POWER/HOLD switch in the direction

indicated by the arrow for 1 seconds or longer.

+ The display shuts off, and the power will be turned of.

+ The resume function remembers the stop position before the power is turned off,

the recorder is stopped/not used for over 5 minutes after it is turned on, it goes into standby {power-save) mode, and the display shuts off.

+ To exit standby mode and turn on the display, press any button.

HOLD Set the recorder to HOLD mode (A)

Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the HOLD

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

Slide the POWER/HOLD switch to the ©) posi- tion.

+ you press any button in HOLD mode, the clock display flashes for 2 seconds, but it will not operate the recorder.

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

Hyou set the time and date beforehand, the information when the file is recorded is automatically stored for each file. Setting the time and date beforehand enables easier file management.

When you install batteries for the first time or each time you replace the batteries, the

OPress the bH1 or H&@ button to select the item to set.

+ Selecttheitemfromthe"hour’, 21 270 2010" “minute”, “year”, “month” and “day” with a flashing point. 00 4

@ Press the + or- button to set. + Follow the same steps by pressing the Bb or 4 button to select the next item, and press the + or — button to set. You can select between 12 and 24 hour display by pressing

the FOLDER/INDEX/SCENE button while setting the hour and minute.

You can selectthe orderofthe "month", "day”and "year" by pressing the FOLDER/INDEX/SCENE button while setting them

© Press the» OK/MENU button to complete the setting. + The clock will start from the set date and time. Press the > OK/MENU button according to the time signal. While the recorder is during stop mode, press and hold the STOP (M) button to display the [Time & Date], and [Remain].

Changing the time and date Select [Time & Date] from the menu on the [Device Menu]. (please see "Menu setting” 1 P9, “Time & Date” ex P.14)

Therecorder provides five folders, [Es (Es) (En) (and (Es). Tochange . (5T® a thefolder selection, press the FOLDER/INDEX/SCENE buttonwhilethe @-ÆRAEENT)

Note: + Each folder can store up to 200 files.

Before starting recording, select a folder between [AN] to [@. These five folders can be selectively used to distinguish the kind of recording; for example, Folder [EN] might be used to store private information, while Folder [EN] might be dedicated to holding business information.

O Press the FOLDER/INDEX/ … Qune vou SCENEbuttontoselectthe |:

desired folder. @STOP

+ Newly recorded audio will be 04,56: saved as the last file in the se- 2641 10045 lected folder. #

@ Press the REC(@) button

+ Turnthe microphone in the direction ofthe source to be

® Recording mode/ © Elapsed

recording time/ @ Remaining ©. 26H 1045

+_ [Rec Mode] cannot be changed in the recording standby mode or while recording. Configure this while the recorder is stopped.

to stop recording. @ File length

| © Press the STOP (I) button

+ fa recording is made in stereo modes ([192 kbps] or [128 kbps]), it will be a monaural recording through the built-in microphone, and the same audio will be recorded on both Left channel (Lch) and Right channel (Rch).

While the recorder is during recording mode, press the

REC (@) button. + Therecorderwilltime out after 60 minutes when left in"Rec

+ Resume Recording; Fan Press the REC (@) button again. I] + Recording will resume atthe point ofinterruption.

While the recorder is during recording mode, press the > OK/MENU button. + Stop recording and the file that was just recorded will be played back.

Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet recording needs. Select [Mic Sense] from the menu on the [Rec Menu]. (please see ‘Menu setting’ 1x P9, "Mic Sense” ex P.I1)

The external microphone and other devices can be connected

and the sound can be recorded. Connect as follows by the device

+ Do not plug and unplug devices into the recorder‘ jack while it is recording.

Recording with external microphon

Connect an external microphone to the MIC jack of the recorder.

Notes: + The built-in microphone will become inoperable when an external microphone is plugged into the recorder's MIC jack.

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

When the external stereo microphone is used while [Rec Mode]

is set to a monaural recording mode, audio will be recorded to

the L channel only*.

+ When an external monaural microphone is used while IRec Mode] is settoastereorecording mode, it enables recording only with the L channel microphone*.

* For VN-8700PC/ VN-8600PC only.

+ Toensurerecordingfrom the beginning, startrecording after you seethe display andthe recording indicator lights on.

+ Whenremainingrecording time is less than 60 seconds, therecordingindicator light starts flashing. When the recording time is decreasing to 30 or 10 seconds, the light flashes faster.

+ Folder Full] will appear when the recording cannot be made any further. Select on other folder

or delete any unnecessary files before recording.

[Memory Full)will appearwhenthe memory isfull. Delete any unnecessary files before recording

+ When external devices are connected, perform a test recording and then adjust the output level

forthe external devices.

When you adjustthe various sound quality settings related to playback on the recorder, the audio

output signal sent out from the EAR jack will change as well

@Press the DR1 or -@@ button to select the file to playback.

comfortable listening volume. + The volume can be adjusted within a range from [00] to 130).

@ Press the STOP (M) button at any point you want to stop the playback.

This will stop the file being played back midway. When the

resume function is activated the stopped location will be

registered, even if the power is turned off. The next time

the poweris turned on, playback may be resumed from the

registered stopped location.

While the recorder is during stop mode, press and hold the DB1 or #4 button.

+ fyourelease the button, it will stop. Press the OK/MENU button to start playback from where it was stopped. While the recorder is during playback mode, press and

hold the DB1 or #4 button.

When you release the button the recorder will resume

I there is an index mark or temp mark in the middle ofthe

file, the recorder will stop at that location

»1: The recorder stops when it reaches the end ofthe file. Continue pressing the BB button to proceed with the cue from the beginning of the next file.

Hé4: The recorder stops when it reaches the beginning ofthe file. Continue pressing the #4 button to proceed with the review from the end of the previous file.

While the recorder is during stop mode or playback mode, press the B1 button.

+ The recorder skips to the beginning of the next file. While the recorder is during playback mode, press the Hé button.

+ The recorder skips to the beginning of the current file. While the recorder is during stop mode, press the 4 button.

+ Therecorderskipstothe beginning ofthe previous file. Ifthe recorder stop the midway ofthe file, return tothe beginning of the file.

While the recorder is during playback mode, press the H44 button twice. + The recorder skips to the beginning ofthe previous file.

+ When you skip to the beginning of the file during playback, the recorder will start playback atthe position of an index mark or temp mark. The index mark and temp mark will be skipped when you perform the operation in stop mode

+ When [Skip Space] set to other than [File Skip] the recorder will skip forward/reverse the specified time, then will start playback

The playback speed of the file can be changed between 0.5 and 2 times speed. Change the speed according to need such as listening to meeting content at a fast speed or reviewing spots that you couldn't catch in a language lesson at a slow speed.

@ While the recorder is dur- ing playback mode, press the > OK/MENU button to A open the playback speed 10.8 Play adjustment display. v

© Pressthe+or—buttontoadjustthe playback speed. + Dé1.0 Play] (Normal playback) Playback at normal speed. 1x0.5 Play] - [x0.9 Play] (Slow playback) Playback speed slows down. Dx1.1 Play] - (x2.0 Play] (Fast playback) Playback speed becomes faster.

applied and the recorder will return back to the original screen.

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 mark in slow playback and fast playback modes as well.

An earphone can be connected to the EAR jack of the

recorder for listening. + When the earphone is used, the recorder speaker will be

switched-off. Notes: + To avoid irritation to the ear, insert the earphone after tuning down the volume level. + When you listen with the earphone during playback, do not raise the volume too much. lt may cause hearing impairment and decrease in hearing ability.

Hindex marks and temp marks are placed, you can quickly find a location you want to listen to in fast forward and fast rewind and when cuinga file. Index marks cannot be placed on files created on machines other than this recorder, but temp marks can be placed instead to temporarily remember desired locations. Temp marks are temporary markings. They will be automatically erased if you move to another file or connect the recorder to a computer.

during recording mode Ho

or playback mode, press |C)JPLAY the FOLDER/INDEX/SCENE

+ Even afteranindex or temp marks placed, 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:

@ PresstheDBl or but- ton to select the index or temp mark to erase.

approximately 2seconds |CJPLAY

on the display, press the

+__ Index or temp numbers afterthe erased index or temp number will automatically move up.

+ Up to 16 index and temp marks can be set in a file. If you try to place more than 16 index or temp marks, [Index Full] message will appear for index marks, and [Temp Mark Full] for temp marks.

+ Index or temp marks cannot be set or erased in a locked file.

This function enables repeated playback of part ofthe file being played

@ Press the REC (@) button at the point you want

to startsegmentrepeat |PJPLAY Pr aing and revinaing 04,56

can be conducted when [2] is | BE

flashing in the same manneras [# during normal playback, and you can quickly proceed as far as the end position. When it reaches to the end of the file while [Æ] is flashing, the pointwill becomethe end position, and repeat playback will start.

+ The recorder repeatedly plays back the segment until the segment repeat playback is cancelled.

+ Asinnormal playback mode, playback speed can be changed during segment repeat playback as well. Ifan index mark and temp markare inserted oreliminated during segment repeat playback, segment repeat playback will be canceled and it will return to normal playback mode

Cancel the segment repeat playback function:

Pressing any of the following buttons will release the segment repeat playback.

(b)Press the REC (@ ) button ©Press the 1 button (Press the #4 button

A selected file can be erased from a folder. Also, al files in a folder can be erased simultaneously.

@ While the recorder is dur- ing stop mode, press the ERASE button.

Erase in Folder File Erase

- @ Press the + button to G 5 vou - select (Start. 6) Erase in Folder = Cturt |]

- @ Press the» OK/MENU button.

+ The display changes to [Erasel] and erasing will start. [Erase Done] is displayed when the file is erased. File numbers will be reassigned automatically.

+ The locked files and files set as read-only cannot be erased

+ fan action is not selected within 8 seconds, the recorder will return to stop status.

+ It may take over 10 seconds to complete processing. Never remove batteries during this time because data may be corrupted. Inaddition, replace the batteries with newrones in order to ensure that the batteries will not run out while processing.

+ You cannot delete folders through the recorder.

= ing stop mode, playback ie ben

to move to the item you want to set.

@ Press the + or — button to move to the item you want to set.

@ Press the > OK/MENU or 1 button.

+ Moves to the setting ofthe selected item.

@ Pressthe + or— buttonto change the setting.

@ Press the D OK/MENU LED button to complete the —— setting. ; + You will be informed thatthe Setting settings have been established fixed via the screen. Pressing the #4 button without pressing the > OK/MENU button will cancel the settings and return you to the previous screen.

+ you enter the menu during recording or playback and press the #4 button, it will allow you to return back to the previous screen without interrupting recording or playback.

+ The recorder will stop if you leave it ide for 3 minutes during a menu setup operation, when à selected item is not applied

+ When entering menu settings during recording or playback, the menu settings will be cancelled if8 seconds elapse with no buttons being pressed

Lockingaflekeepsimportant datafrom being accidentalerased.Locked _ (G files are not erased when you select to erase all files from a folder. 03/123 = Ho (]

n Menu mode selection: e6H1 11045

[Onï: … Locks the file and prevents it from being erased 1Offl: … Unlocks the file and allows it to be erased

&) File lock indicator

File Divide (For VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC only)

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

@ Start Playback or fast-forward the file, and stop the playback at divide position.

ME3 Menu]. More 72 © Press the + button to select [Start], andthen press | ; the > OK/MENU button. File Devide - fl g!] will be displayed and file splitting will start. Start Splitting is completed when [File divide completed] is displayed Notes:

+ Only MP3 file recorded on this recorder can be divided.

+ The recorder cannot divide files when the number of files in the folder exceeds 198.

+ Locked files cannot be divided

+ After splitting the file, the front part of the file will be renamed as [ latter part ofthe file will be named as [File name_2.MP3]

+ Ia file has an extremely short recording time, it may not be divide even ifit is a MP3 file.

+ Do not remove the battery during dividing file. This may damage the data

Property Select the files for which you would like to

confirm information in advance before operat-

[Name] (File name), [Date] (Time stamp), [Size] (File size), [Bit Rate] (File format) will appear on the display.

le name_1.MP3] and the

Bite 10.08.14 F1 42 Gi

Microphone sensitivity (Built-in or external microphone) is adjustable to meet recording needs. 07e Ho] © Select [Mic Sense] from the menu on the @STOP

In Menu mode selection: 2641 10045

High}: High recording sensitivity suitable for conferences with many participants and recording audio at a distance or low volume

Low]: Standard recording sensitivity suitable for dictation.

@ Microphone sensitivity indicator

+ When you would ike to clearlyrecorda speakers voice, set[Mie Sense] to [Low] and hold recorders

built-in microphone close to the speakers mouth (5-10 cm)

+ Ifthe [Rec Scene] is set to a setting other than [Off], the [Mic Sense] function will not be available. Set [Rec Scene] to [Off] to use this function.

Besides stereo* and monaural recording, you can also select recording with priority to sound quality, and recording with priority to recording time. Select the recording mode appropriate to your needs. * For VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC only. © Select [Rec Mode] from the menu on the

[Rec Menu]. 26H 1u045

In Menu mode selection:

When [MP3]* (Stereo/Monaural) is selected: [192 kbps] (Stereo), [128 kbps] (Stereo), [48 kbps] (Monaural)

When [WMA] (Monaural) is selected: THQ] (high quality sound recording) [SP] (standard recording), [LP] (long-term recording)

* For VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC only. @ Recording mode indicator

+ Toensurerecordingfrom the beginning, startrecording after you seethe display andthe recording indicator light on.

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

When the external monaural microphone is used while [Rec Mode] is set to a stereo recording

mode, it enables recording only with the L channel microphone (For VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC

the [Rec Scene]is set to a setting other than [Off], the [Rec Mode] function will not be available.

Set [Rec Scene] to [Off] to use this function

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, projectors and other similar noises. © Select [Low Cut Filter] from the menu on the

+ Ifthe [Rec Scene] is set to a setting other than [Off], the [Low Cut Filter] function will not be available. Set [Rec Scene] to [Off] to use this function.

VCVA Whenthe microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset threshold volume level, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops when the volume drops below the threshold level. The VCVA feature extends recording time and conserves memory by stopping recording during silent periods, which helps the playback to be more efficient

{On}: Enables the VCVA function. Off]: Disables this function. Will resume recording in normal mode

Adjust the start/stop actuation level: the surrounding noise is loud, the starting sensitivity of the VCVA can be adjusted according to the recording situation.

+ When the sound volume is lower than the preset threshold sound level, recording automatically stops after 1 sec approximately, and [Standby] flashes on the display. The recording indicator light glows when recording starts and flashes when recording

@ Press the 1 or #4 button adjust the start/stop actuation level. 1/28 Ho 0

The VCVA level can be set to any of 15 different values OREC The higher the value, the more sensitive the recorder to sounds,

Atthe highest value, even the faintest sound will activate 04,56. recording. #05

+ The start/stop actuation level also varies depending on the selected microphone sensitivity mode.

+ Ifthe starting level is not adjusted within 2 seconds, the display will return to the previous.

+ To ensure successful recordings, prior testing and adjustment ofthe start/stop actuation level is recommended

+ Ifthe [Rec Scene] is set to a setting other than [Off], the [VCVA] function will not be available. Set [Rec Scene] to [Off] to use this function

The recording setting can be selected from the [Memo], [Meeting], [Conference] templates to suit the recording scene or situation. Vou can also save a recording setting of your choice.

@ Pressthe + or—button to selectthe itemto set, and then press the > OK/MENU or BB1 button.

In Menu mode selection:

When [Scene Select] is selected:

Press the + or - button to select the recording scene you want to set, ps and then press > OK/MENU button toff} Disables this function. [Memo] Suitable for dictation [Meeting]: Suitable for recording meetings. LConference mm [Conference]: _ Suitable for seminars with a small number of

[User Settingl: Recording with menu settings saved using [Scene Save]

@® Rec Scene indicator

When [Scene Save] is selected: Press OK/MENU button +__ You can save the current [Rec Menu] menu settings in [User Setting] Registered as + To change the [Rec Scene], return the screen to [Scene Select] by user settine pressingand holding the FOLDER/INDEX/SCENE button for 1 second or longer while the recorder is during stop mode.

Q Note: + Ifthe[Rec Scene]is set to a setting other than [Off], the menu settings forthe recordingfunctions will not be available.Set the [Rec Scene] to [Off] to use these functions.

Voice Filter (For VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC only)

The recorder has a Voice Filter Function to cut low and high frequency tones during normal, fast, or slow playback, and enable clear audio playback. © Select [Voice Filter] from the menu on the

You can select the playback mode that fits your preference. nn 123 HG © Select [Play Mode] from the menu on the

(Play Menu]. OSTOP In Menu mode selection: 04,56: When [Play Area] is selected: 2

[File]: Stop after playing back the current file.

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

When [Repeat] is selected:

[Repeat]: Sets to repeat playback mode.

Off}: Disables this function

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

+ 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 ofthe first file in the folder.

This function enables you to skip (forward) or reverse skip (rewind) afile be- ing played for a set period. This function is convenient for quickly skipping

to another playback position or repeatedly playing back short phrases. e Skip © Select [Skip Space] from the menu on the lûsec. Skip [Play Menu]. S0sec. Skip

In Menu mode selection: lu Skip

When [Forward Skip] is selected:

[File Skip], (10sec. Skip], [30sec. Skip], [1min. Skip], [Smin. Skip], [10min. SI When [Reverse Skip] is selected: {File Skip], [1sec. Skip] - [5sec. Skip], [10sec. Skip], 30sec. Skip] [1min. Skip], [Smin. Skip], [10min. Skip]

Forward/Reverse Skip Playback:

+ The recorder will skip (forward) or reverse skip (rewind) a set space and start playing back

Note: + Ifthere is an index mark/temp mark or a cue closer than the skip space, the recorder will forward skip/reverse skip to that position:

Changing the displayed character size on the display.

In Menu mode selection:

[Large]: Text is displayed large characters [Small]: Text is displayed small characters.

Note: + Whenthe [Font Size]is set to [Small) the layout ofthe display will change so that more information is displayed (please see "Display (LCD panel)” «x P.2).

Display contrast can be adjusted in 12 levels. You can adjust the LCD display contrast level from [01] to [12]

[LCD/Sound Menu]. fi

You can set it so the LED indicator light does not turn on.

In Menu mode selection:

(Onl: LED light will be set.

(Off} LED light will be cancelled Q The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations orwarn you of errors. System sounds may be turned off.

In Menu mode selection:

You can select the display language for this recorder.

English], [Deutsch], [Français], [Español], [Italiano], [Polski],

Note: + The selectable language differs depending on the region

Ifthe current time and date is not correct, set it.

(please see "Setting time and date [Time & Date]"e P.3)

This returns the functions back to their initial settings (factory default)

Menu settings after setting reset (initial settings):

Rec Menu: [Skip Space]

[Repeat] {off +2 For VN-8500PC only

Note: + Afterresetting the settings, the time settings and file numbers will be preserved from beforethe reset and will not return to their initial settings.

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

except date and time settings. Transfer any important files to a computer before formatting the

lect [Start], andthen press = âre You Sure?

the > OK/MENU button.

+ After [Data will be cleared] message is on for two seconds, [Start] and [Cancel] will turn on.

Nes + Formatting begins and Ets

{Format !] flashes on the Cancel display. Q es [Format Done] appears when formatting ends.

Notes: + It may take over 10 seconds to complete processing. Never remove batteries during this time because data may be corrupted. Inaddition, replace the batteries with newrones in order to ensure that the batteries will not run out while processing.

Never format the recorder from a PC.

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

After formatting, recorded audio file names may start from [0001]

When returning the settings for the functions to their initial settings, use [Reset Set

You can checkthe recorder information on the menu screen.

OSclectISysteminfojfromthe | IP menu on the [Device Menu]. Biersion [Model] (Model Name), [Version] (System ver- 1.00 1234566789

sion) and [Se on the display.

No.] (Serial Number) appears

Using the recorder on your PC Apart from using this unit as a recorder, you can use it as an external memory for your computer, as a

+ _ The files recorded by this recorder can be played back on your computer using Windows Media Player. You can also transferthe WMAfiles downloaded with Windows Media Player to your recorder and listen to them (excluding files with copyright protection).

+ While transmitting data, [Busy]is appeared, andthe recordingindicatorlightflashes. NEVER disconnect the USB while the recording indicator light is flashing. I you do, the data will be destroyed.

+ Inthe Mac OS operational environment, WMA format files cannot be played back

Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7 (Standard Installation) Compatible PC's: Windows PC's equipped with more than one free USB port Macintosl Operating Syste: Compatible PC's:

ac OS X 10.4.11 - 10.6 (Standard Installation) pple Macintosh series equipped with more than one free USB port

Note: + Even if operational environment is satisfied, we do not support such as upgraded OS, the multi- boot environment and self-modified PC.

@ Connect the USB connection cable to the USB port of the PC.

© Make sure that the recorder is stopped, and then connect the USB cable to the connecting port on this recorder. Windows: When you open [My Computer], it will be recog. nized by the drive name of the product name. Macintosh:

When connected, the recorder will be recognized by the drive name of the product name on the desktop

+_ [Remote] is appeared on recorder if the USB cable is connected.

+ Do not use USB connection cables other than the supplied cable. Using cables from other manufacturers could result in damage to the recorder. Do not use the supplied USB extension cable with devices from other manufacturers.

+ Referto 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 proper.

+ When connecting the recorder through an USB hub the operation may become unstable. In such cases, refrain from using a USB hub.

Disconnecting from your PC:

+ Thedriveletter will differ depending on the PC being used’

@ Disconnectthe recorder from the PC.

Note: + NEVER disconnect the USB while the recording indicator light is flashing. If you do, the data will be destroyed.

Safe and proper usage

+ Do notleave the recorder in hot, humid locations such as inside a closed automobile under direct sunlight or on the beach in the summer.

+ Do not store the recorder in places exposed to excessive moisture or dust.

+ Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol and lacquer thinner to clean the uni

+ Donotplacetherecorderontopofornearelectricappliances such as TVs orrefrigera- tors.

+ Avoid recording or playing back near cellular phones or other wireless equipment, as they may cause interference and noise. If you experience noise, move to another place, or move the recorder further away from such equipment.

+ Avoid sand or dirt. These can cause irreparable damage.

+ Avoid strong vibrations or shocks.

+ Do not disassemble, repair or modify the unit yourself.

+ Do not operate the unit while operating a vehicle (such as a go-cart).

+ Keep the unit out of the reach of children.

ycle, motorcycle, or

Recorded contentin memory may be destroyed or erased by operatingmistakes, unit malfunction, or during repair work. It is recommended to back up and save important content to other mes

damages or damage of any kind occurred due to data loss incurred by a defect of the product, repair performed by the third party other than Olympus or an Olympus authorized service station, or any other reasons is excluded from the Olympus’ liability.

+ Batteries should never be exposed to flame, heated, short-circuited or disas- sembled.

+ Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc.

+ Do not solder lead wires or terminals directly onto a battery or modify it.

+ When carrying orstoringthe batteries, be sure to putitinthe provided caseto protect its terminals. Do not carry or store the batteries with any metal objects (such as key rings).

Ifthis warning is not followed, fire, overheating or electric shock may oceur.

+ Do not connect the batteries directly to a power outlet or a cigarette lighter of an automobile.

+ Ifanyliquid from a battery gets into your eyes, promptly washit off with clean water and consult your doctor at once.

+ Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, ies.

+ Never use any batteries with a torn or cracked outer cover.

Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

+ Ifyounotice anything unusual when using this product such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odo (D remove the batteries immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and;

@) call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service.

+ Do not expose the batteries to water. Do not allow water to contact the terminals.

+ Do not remove or damage the batteries insulating sheet.

+ Do not use the batteries if you find something wrong with them such as leakage, color change or deformity.

+ Unplugthe chargerifthe charging is stil

Should any batteries liquid get on skin or clothing, promptly wash it off with clean

+ Keep batteries away from fire.

hium or any other non-rechargeable batter-

incomplete afterthe specifiedtime it should

+ Do not subject batteries to strong shocks.

+ When using rechargeable batteries that have not been used for a while, be sure to recharge them before use.

+ Rechargeable batteries have limited lifetime. When the operating time becomes shortereveniftherechargeable batteryisfully chargedunderthe specified condition, replace it with a new one.

Qi: Nothing happens when a buttons pressed. A: The POWER/HOLD switch may be set to [HOLD] position. The batteries may be depleted. The batteries may be inserted incorrectly. Q2: No sound or quiet sound is heard from the speaker while playing back. A2: _ The earphone plug may be plugged into the recorder. The volume may be set to the minimum level. Q3: Recordings not possible. A3: Bypressingthe STOP (M) button repeatedlywhilethe recorder stops, checkifthe display shows: + The remaining recording time in the selected folder may have reached [00:00]. Check if the display shows [Memory Full] by pressing the REC (€) button. Check if the display shows [Folder Full] by pressing the REC (€) button.

Q4: The playback speed is too fast (slow). A4: The recorder may be set to fast (slow) Playback.

Accessories (Optional)

© Stereo microphone: ME51SW © Telephone pickup: TP7 © Compact Zoom Microphone (unidirec- © Ni-MH rechargeable battery and tional): ME32 charger set: BC400 (For Europe) © Highly sensitive noisecancellation- © Ni-MH rechargeable battery: BR401 monaural microphone (unidirec- © Connecting cord: KA333 jonal): ME52W © Tie clip microphone (omnidirec- tional): ME15

General points Overall frequency response

Built-in memory Æ During recording or playback mode: VN-8700PC: 4 GB MP3 format VN-8600PC: 2 GB {For VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC only) VN-8500PC: 1 GB ; M Recording format: Recording mode | overall frequency response MP3* (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3), 192 kbps 70 Hz to 19 kHz = He (hindous Media Audio) 128 kbps 70 Hz to 17 kHz nput level: - iv. nt Æ Maximum working output: RO 70H70 10kHz 250 mW (8 Q speaker) WMA format Æ Maximum headphone output: _ <150 mV (according to EN 50332-2) Recording mode | overall frequency response Œ Wide band characteristic headphone Ha OH to 13kEz output: tn —"— — —"— 75 mV< (according to EN 50332-2) LR Œ Speaker: LP 70 Hz to 3 kHz Built-in 28 mm round dynamic M Built-in microphone (During speaker recording mode): M MIC jack: 40 Hzto 14 kHz 93.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 2 kQ + However, the upper limit value ofthe M EARjack: frequency response depends on each 9 3.5 mm mini-jack, impedance 8 Q or recording mode (see above diagram). more

M Input power requirement: AAA battery (LRO3) or Olympus Ni-MH rechargeable battery

M External dimensions: 108 mm x 39 mm x 16.8 mm (without protrusions)

Œ Weight: 66 g (including battery)

H Operating temperature: 0°C - 42°C

In cases where the recorder is unable to playback music files that have been transferred to it, check to make sure that the sampling rate and bit rate are in the range where playback is possible. Combinations of sampling rates and bit rates for music files which the recorder can playback are given below.

MPEG Layer3: 32 kHz, 44.1 KHz,48 kHz | From 8 kbps up to 320

MP format MPEG2 Layer3: kbps NGkMz, 2205 ke, 24 kr BH 1 kHz, WMA format Né 22 32 kHz | rom SKbpsup to 320

44.1 kHz, 48 kHz bps

For VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC only. Variable bitrate MP3 files (in which conversion bitrates can vary) may not play properiy.

This recorder is compatible with Microsoft Corporation DRM9, but not with DRM10.

Even if the file is a compatible format to playback on the recorder, the recorder does not support every encoder.

Guide to recording times

M MP3 format: (For VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC only) Recording mode VN-8600PC [2 GB) VN-8700PC (4 68) 192 kbps approx. 22h. 30 min. approx. 45 h. 128 kbps approx. 34h. approx. 68 h. 30 min 48 kbps approx. 91 h. 30 min. approx. 183 h

+ The above values are strictly rough guides.

+ Caution is required, since the differences in the available recording time will increase when the bit rate is low.

+ Available recording time may be shorter if many short recordings are made (The displayed available recording time and recorded time are approximate indications).

Maximum recording time per file

M MP3 format: Notes: {For VN-8700PC/VN-8600PC only) + The maximum capacity for a single file is limited Te to approx. 4 GB for WMA and MP3 192KbpSMM approx. 49 h. 40 min. + Regardless ofthememoryremaining amount the DRE approx 74h30 min. longest sound recording time perfileis restricted

ee to the above value. A8kKbPSM] approx. 198 h. 40 min

Guide to battery life

Builtin Builtin icrophone speakers

Recording mode Earphone Playback

(During recording (During playback mode) mode)

WMA LP approx. 51 h. approx. 20 h. approx. 44h

Builtin Builtin icrophone speakers

Recording mode Earphone Playback

(During recording (During playback mode) mode)

+ The above values are strictly rough guides.

+ Battery life is measured by Olympus. I varies greatly according to the type of battery used and the conditions of use.

Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.