[. . . ] LINEAR PCM RECORDER LS-5 Linear PCM Recorder INSTRUCTIONS EN Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Digital Voice Recorder. Please read these instructions for information about using the product correctly and safely. To ensure successful recordings, we recommend that you test the record function and volume before use. Introduction · The contents of this document may be changed in the future without advanced notice. Contact our Customer Support Center for the latest information relating to product names and model numbers. [. . . ] [WMA]: This is an audio compression encoding method that was developed by the Microsoft Corporation in the US. Setting: [PCM]: [96kHz/24bit] to [44. 1kHz/mono] [MP3]: [320kbps] to [mono] [WMA]: [160kbps] to [mono] · When the recording format is set to the MP3 or WMA formats, the sampling rate will be encoded and processed at 44. 1 kHz. · When a high recording rate setting is used the file capacity will increase. Make sure that the amount of memory remaining is sufficient before recording ( P. 46). · If the directional microphone function is used, you cannot change [PCM] setting in [Rec Mode] other than [44. 1kHz/16 bit]. · When [mono] of [MP3] is selected, the recording rate will be set to 64kbps. · When [mono] of [WMA] is selected, the recording rate will be set to 32kbps. You can configure whether to adjust the recording level automatically or to adjust it manually. Setting: [Manual]: Recording is performed by manually adjusting the recording level. When [Rec Level] is set to [Manual] you can configure the limiter function. [Auto]: Recording is performed by automatically adjusting the recording level. This recorder is equipped with a limiter function that corrects the recording level down to an appropriate range in cases where a loud noise is suddenly picked up. Setting: [Limiter On]: Enables the limiter function, thus preventing distortion when recording. · When [Rec Level] is set to [Auto] the recording level will be adjusted automatically. Set [Rec Level] to [Manual] when using the recording level adjustment function and the limiter function. The directional microphone function utilizes DiMAGIC's (DiMAGIC Co. , Ltd. ) DiMAGIC Virtual Microphone (DVM) technology. DVM is an audio pickup system which allows you to record by focusing on sound from any direction. From expansive stereo recording to high directivity recording, DVM represents the latest in directional control methods that allow you to switch to a single exclusive microphone. [Standard]: Record in slight directivity stereo sound in the front direction. (Monaural recording) · The directional microphone function has been designed so that this capability will be elicited only with the built-in stereo microphone. Please note that the recorder will become unable to record normally when using other commercially available microphones. · You can use directional microphone only when [PCM] setting in [Rec Mode] is set to [44. 1kHz/16 bit]. 4 Menu Setting Rec Level Zoom Mic Menu Setting Method 4 Rec Menu (Continued) Rec Monitor Select whether or not to output audio while recording from the earphone jack. [. . . ] 42 h. Linear PCM format 96 kHz 24 bit 44. 1 kHz 16 bit Notes · The above values are strictly rough guides. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the conditions of use. Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. MEMO Declaration of Conformity Model Number : LS-5 Trade Name : DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER Responsible Party : OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC. Telephone Number :1-888-553-4448 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. Canadian RFI Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE 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. [. . . ]