-
7
-
-
9
-
-
10
-
-
11
-
-
12
-
-
8
-
Locking a file keeps important data from being accidentally erased. Locked files are not erased
when you choose to erase all files from a folder.
In Menu mode selection:
Lock:
Off
Lock:
On
When the microphone senses that sound has reached a preset volume, the built-in Variable Control
Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts recording automatically, and stops it when the volume drops.
In Menu mode selection:
VCVA:
Off
VCVA:
On
h
Viewing System Information
[
System
]
You can check the recorder's information on the menu screen.
Other Functions
h
Index Marks
If index marks are placed, you can quickly find a location you want to listen to in fast forward and
fast rewind and when cuing a file.
Clearing an Index Mark:
1
While the recorder is
during recording (pause
recording) or play-
back mode, press the
FOLDER/INDEX
button
to set an index mark.
• Use your earphones only after sufficiently reducing the volume of the earphones, otherwise hearing
impairment and/or hearing disorders may occur.
• Do not use your earphone at a high volume for an extended period of time as hearing impairment
and/or hearing disorders may occur.
• Be sure to stop the recorder before replacing the batteries. Unloading the batteries while the recorder
is in use may corrupt the file.
• Do not leave the recorder in hot, humid locations such as inside a closed automobile under direct
sunlight or on the beach in the summer.
For safe and correct Usage
Note:
• The recorder will stop if you leave it idle for 3 minutes during a menu setup operation, when a
selected item is not applied.
5
Press the
PLAY
/
OK
(
`
) button to confirm the
setting.
VCVA indicator
h
Recording Modes [
Rec Mode
]
Current recording mode
Microphone
sensitivity indicator
h
Microphone Sensitivity [
Mic Sense
]
h
Using the Variable Control Voice Actuator [
VCVA
]
h
Set the Display Language [
Language
]
h
Formatting the Recorder [
Format
]
Notes:
• An erased file cannot be restored.
• The file set to erase lock will not be erased.
• If operation is not executed for 8 seconds during the setting, it will return to the stop status.
• Completion of erasing may take several seconds. Do not attempt to remove, replace battery
or attempt any other functions on the voice recorder during this period because data may be
corrupted.
h
The levels of the menu screen and the operation
buttons [
Main Menu
/
Sub Menu
]
The setting can be switched by putting the recorder in menu mode.
Menu mode
3
Press the
9
button to select [
Start
].
4
Press the
PLAY
/
OK
(
`
) button.
1
While the recorder is dur-
ing stop mode, press and
hold the
DISP
/
MENU
button for 1 second or
longer.
h
Basic Operation of the Menu Mode
a
[
1
2
3
5
6
7
4
]: Press the
PLAY
/
OK
(
`
) button (Goes to the next screen).
b
[
1
2
3
5
6
7
4
] or [
1
2
3
5
6
7
4
]: Press the
9
or
0
button (Changes the
item).
3
Press the
PLAY
/
OK (
`
)
button.
Adjust the Start/Stop Actuation Level:
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
recorder.
1
Locate the index you
want to clear.
2
Press the
9
or
0
button to select the
index mark to delete.
3
Press the
ERASE
(
s
) but-
ton.
Notes:
• Index marks cannot be placed on files created on machines other than Olympus IC recorders, but
temp marks can be placed instead to temporarily remember desired locations.
• Temp marks are temporary markings, so if you move to another file, or connect the recorder to a
computer, they will be automatically erased.
• Up to 16 index and temp marks can be set in a file.
• Index or temp marks cannot be set or erased in a locked file.
The recording mode can be chosen from [
HQ
] (high quality sound recording), [
SP
] (standard
recording), and [
LP
] (long-term recording).
In Menu mode selection:
Mode: HQ
Mode: SP
Mode: LP
VN-6200PC
Approx.
70 h. 55min.
Approx.
139 h. 35 min.
Approx.
444 h.
VN-5200PC
Approx.
35 h. 20 min.
Approx.
69 h. 35 min.
Approx.
221 h. 30 min.
VN-3200PC
Approx.
8 h. 40 min.
Approx.
17 h. 10 min
Approx.
54 h. 40 min.
Notes:
• The recording time shown above is for one continuous file. The available recording time may be
shorter than specified if several files are recorded. (Use the remaining time and recorded time
only as references.)
• The above-noted recording times indicate times after deletion of the manual data stored in the recorder.
Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet your recording needs.
In Menu mode selection:
Sense: Conf. (
g
) Sense: Dict. (
i
)
Note:
• To ensure successful recording, make a test recording to select
appropriate microphone sensitivity before recording.
1
While the recorder is during recording mode,
press the
9
or
0
buttons to adjust the pause
sound level.
• The VCVA level can be set to any of 15 different values.
a
VCVA Level
b
Start level (moves to the right/left according to the set level)
h
Locking Files [
Lock
]
Erase lock indicator
h
System Sounds [
Beep
]
Informs a button operation or a wrong operation of the recorder by
sound. System sounds may be turned off.
In Menu mode selection:
Beep:
Off
Beep:
On
Note:
• The record/play indicator light is lit during recording. When the recorder is in Standby mode, the
Record/Play indicator light flashes and [
VCVA
] flashes on the display.
h
LED [
LED
]
You can set it so the Record/Play indicator light does not turn on.
In Menu mode selection:
LED:
Off
LED:
On
h
LCD Contrast Adjustment [
Contrast
]
Display contrast can be adjusted in 12 levels.
In Menu mode selection:
You can adjust the LCD display
contrast level from [01] to [12].
Recorder’s Version
Setting an Index Mark:
You can select the display language for this recorder.
In Menu mode selection:
Lang.: English
Lang.: Français Idioma: español
• 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 unit.
• Do not place the recorder on top of or near electric appliances such as TVs or refrigerators.
• 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 bicycle, motorcycle, or gocart).
•
Keep the unit out of the reach of children.
Battery
V
Warning
• Under no circumstances insert any other parts than the main unit into the battery compartment. This
may result in battery leakage, overheating, fire or explosion.
• Battery should never be exposed to flame, heated, short-circuited or disassembled.
• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other non-rechargeable battery.
• Never use any battery with a torn or cracked outer cover.
• Keep battery out of the reach of children.
• If you notice anything unusual when using this product such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor:
1
remove the battery immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and;
2
call your dealer or local Olympus representative for servicing.
All Erase!
Erase Done
Main menu screen
Sub menu screen
Rec Mode
VCVA
Mic Sense
Lock
Language
LED
Contrast
Beep
Format
Main Menu
System
Time & Date
Sub Menu
The menu item with mark can be
set even during recording.
REC
REC
REC
Step 1
Put the recorder in menu mode.
Step 2
Select the menu item in the main menu or sub menu screen.
Step 4
Complete the menu mode setting.
Step 3
Cancel the setting.
Select the setting item
in the setting screen.
DISP
/
MENU
Press and hold the button for 1 second
or longer to put the recorder in menu
mode.
PLAY
/
OK
(
`
)
Go to the setting screen from the main
menu or sub menu screen. Confirm the
item selected in the setting screen,
and go back to the main menu or sub
menu screen.
0
or
9
Switch the items of the setting screen in
the main menu or sub menu screen.
STOP
(
4
) or
REC
(
s
)
Complete the menu mode setting.
(If pressed while the setting screen is
displayed, the item being selected will
not be set.)
Menu
Rec Mode
b
a
Guide icon:
Tells you the next
button to use by flashing.
Mode:
HQ
1
The Sub Menu opens.
2
Press the
9
or
0
to
select [
Format
].
3
Press the
PLAY
/
OK
(
`
)
button.
• [
1
2
3
5
6
7
4
] and [
Cancel
] flashes
alternately.
4
Press the
9
button to
select [
Start
].
5
Press the
PLAY
/
OK
(
`
)
button.
• After the [
Data All Cleared
]
message is on for 2 seconds,
[
Sure? Cancel
] will turn on.
05m35s 00m00s
05m35s 00m00s
05m35s 00m00s
05m35s 00m00s
a
b
05m35s 00m00s
Beep:
On
LED:
On
Contrast:Level06
Lang. : English
Format: Cancel
Format!
Format Done
Version : 1.00
Index 06 Set
Index 02
Index 02 Clear
Sure?:
Cancel
6
Press the
STOP (
4
)
button to close the menu.
h
Connecting to Your PC
Apart from using this unit as a recorder, you can use it as an external memory for your computer,
as a storage device.
• The audio files recorded by this recorder can be played back on your computer using Windows
Media Player. You can also transfer the WMA files downloaded with Windows Media Player to
your recorder and enjoy them (excluding files with copyright protection).
1
Connect the recorder’s
USB terminal to a PC USB
port or USB hub.
• Once [
Remote
] is displayed, you
can save or read the data.
2
Transfer the audio files to your computer.
• Connect the recorder to your computer and launch Explorer.
• The recorder will be recognized as a removable disk.
• Each of the five folders is named as DSS_FLDA, B, C, D and E. The
audio files are saved in these folders.
• All the audio files recorded by this recorder will be in WMA
format.
i.e.: VN-6200PC: VN620001.WMA
VN-5200PC: VN520001.WMA
VN-3200PC: VN320001.WMA
• If you are using Windows 2000, Windows Media Player must be
installed on the PC.
3
Click the [ ] on the task bar located at the lower-
right corner of the screen. Click [
Safely Remove
Hardware
].
h
Using the recorder on your PC
Windows
Operating System:
Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista (Standard Installation)
Compatible PC’s:
Windows PC’s equipped with more than one free USB port
Macintosh
Operating System:
Mac OS X 10.2.8 ~ 10.5 (Standard Installation)
Compatible PC’s:
Apple Macintosh series equipped with more than one free USB port
The support service will not cover if your PC has been updated from Windows 95 or 98 to Windows
2000/XP/Vista. Any failure on a self-modified PC will not be covered under the operational warranty.
Notes:
• NEVER disconnect the USB while the record/play indicator light is flashing in red. If you do so, the
data may be destroyed.
• Refer to the user's manual for your PC regarding the USB port or USB hub on your PC.
• As the noise may cause adverse effects on electronics devices nearby the recorder, unplug the
earphone when you connect the recorder to a PC.
• Do not use USB connecting cables other than the supplied cable.
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 informa tion. To protect yourself and others
from personal injury or damage to property, it is essential that you always read the warnings and
information provided.
Warning regarding data loss:
• Recorded content in memory may be destroyed or erased by operating mistakes, unit malfunction,
or during repair work.
• For important recorded content, we recommend you to write it down somewhere or make a back-up
by downloading to a PC.
• Any liability 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 reasons is excluded from Olympus’s liability.
General Precautions
Remote
PC
PC
USB terminal
Sending the date
Receiving the data
Q1:
Nothing happens when a button is pressed.
A1:
The
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:
Recording is not possible.
A3:
By pressing the
STOP
(
4
) button repeatedly while the recorder stops, check if
the display shows:
• The remaining recording time in the selected folder may have reached [
00:00
].
• The number of files is 200.
Check if the display shows [
Memory Full
] by pressing the
REC
(
s
)
button.
Q4:
The playback speed is too fast (slow).
A4:
The recorder may be set to fast (slow) Playback.
Troubleshooting
Recording medium:
Built-in flash memory
Overall frequency:
HQ mode: 200 to 13,000 Hz
SP mode: 200 to 7,000 Hz
LP mode: 200 to 3,000 Hz
Recording time:
VN-6200PC: 1 GB
HQ mode: Approx. 70 h. 55 min.
SP mode: Approx. 139 h. 35 min.
LP mode: Approx. 444 h.
VN-5200PC: 512 MB
HQ mode: Approx. 35 h. 20 min.
SP mode: Approx. 69 h. 35 min.
LP mode: Approx. 221 h. 30 min.
VN-3200PC: 128 MB
HQ mode: Approx. 8 h. 40 min.
SP mode: Approx. 17 h. 10 min.
LP mode: Approx. 54 h. 40 min.
Microphone:
Electret Condenser Microphone (mon-
aural)
Speaker:
Specifications
Built-in ø 23 mm round dynamic speaker
Maximum power:
250 mW
Earphone jack (monaural):
ø 3.5 mm diameter, impedance 8 Ω
Microphone jack (monaural):
ø 3.5 mm diameter, impedance 2 kΩ
Power supply:
Two AAA (LR03) batteries or Two Ni-MH
rechargeable batteries
Continuous battery:
Alkaline batteries: Approx. 37 h.
Ni-MH rechargeable batteries: Approx.
25 h.
Dimensions:
102 (L) mm x 37 (W) mm x 18.8 (T) mm
(without protrusions)
Weight:
64.8 g (including battery)
• The above-noted recording times indicate times
after deletion of the manual data stored in the recorder.
• The manual data can be deleted by connecting to a computer and deleting or by formatting the recorder.
For details, please see “
Formatting the Recorder
[
Format
]”.
• Before deleting the data, please make a backup file of the PDF data of the manual.
• Battery life is measured by Olympus. It varies greatly according to the type of batteries used and the
conditions of use.
• Your recorded contents are for your personal use or pleasure only. It is prohibited to record copyrighted
material without permission of the copyright holders according to copyright law.
• Specifications and design are subject to change without notice for improvement of performance.
h
Accessories (Optional):
Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Charger:
BU-400 (Europe only)
Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery:
BR401
Connecting cord (Earphone jack
↔
Microphone jack):
KA333
Noise-Cancellation microphone:
ME52
Electret condenser microphone:
ME15
Dual monaural earphone:
E20
Telephone pickup:
TP7
Neck Strap:
ST26
2
Press the
9
or
0
to
select the menu item.
• Go to the setting screen of the
selected menu item.
• To set the sub menu, select
the [
Sub Menu
] from the main
menu screen. And select and
set the menu item from the
sub menu screen in the same
manner.
4
Press the
9
or
0
button to select the set-
ting.
• To go to the main menu screen
after the sub menu setting,
select [
Main Menu
] from the
sub menu screen.
6
Press the
9
button again to select [
Start
].
7
Press the
PLAY
/
OK
(
`
) button.
• Formatting begins and [
Format Done
] displays when
formatting ends.
Notes:
• It may take up to a minure to finish the initialization. Do not remove the battery or detach the
battery compartment from the recorder during that time. Otherwise data may be damaged.
• Never format the recorder from a PC.
• When the recorder is formatted, all the stored data, including locked files, are erased.