User manual OLYMPUS WS-331M

[. . . ] DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER WS-331M INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS MODE D'EMPLOI INSTRUCCIONES 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. EN 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. [. . . ] Connect the recorder's USB terminal to a PC USB port or USB hub. "Remote" is displayed on recorder if the USB is connected. Launch My Computer, in the window, the recorder will appear as a removable disk. Remote Transfer the audio files to your computer. The 5 voice folders of this recorder are displayed as "DSS_FLDA", "DSS_FLDB", "DSS_FLDC", "DSS_FLDD" and "DSS_FLDE", and the recorded voice files are saved in WMA format in these folders. While transmitting data, "Busy" is displayed, and the record/ play indicator light and USB access indicator light flashes red. If you double-click on the file, Windows Media Player will be launched and playback will start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notes · If you are using Windows 2000, Windows Media Player must be installed on the PC. · If you leave the battery compartment disconnected from the recorder for a longer period of time or if you remove the battery compartment repeatedly at short intervals, you may have to reset the time ( P. 17). 46 Connecting to Your PC Disconnecting from Your PC 1 2 3 4 Click the on the task bar located at the lower-right corner of the screen. Click [Safely Remove Hardware]. The drive letter will differ depending on the PC being used. 1 3 Connecting to Your PC When the safe to remove hardware window appears, click [OK]. Connect the battery compartment to the main unit. Leave the HOLD switch in its disabled position ( P. 75) when connecting the battery compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notes · NEVER disconnect the USB while the record/play indicator light and USB access indicator light are flashing in red. · Refer to the user's manual for your PC regarding the USB port or USB hub on your PC. · Use the supplied USB extension cable depending on situations. · Do not use USB extension 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. 47 Using the Recorder as a Music Player Using the Recorder as a Music Player The recorder supports music files in WMA and MP3 formats, which can be transferred from the PC to the corresponding music folder of the recorder. Using Windows Media Player By using Windows Media Player, music files from music CDs can be converted (ripped) ( P. 51) and music files that you have bought from any music distribution sites can be easily transferred to the recorder ( P. 52). Music CD 4 Using the Recorder as a Music Player/ Using Windows Media Player Internet Copyright and Copyright Protection Feature (DRM) By the Copyright Act, any voice/music files and music CDs downloaded from the Internet without the copyright holder's permission may not be reproduced, distributed, publicized/republicized on the Internet, or converted into WMA or MP3 files for the purpose of commercial business or sale. A WMA file may be provided with DRM (Digital Right Management) for copyright protection. DRM limits the file to copy or distribute music files that are converted (ripped) from a music CD or downloaded from music distribution services. To transfer a WMA file with DRM to the recorder, you need to use appropriate methods such as Windows Media Player. Copying the music files with DRM purchased from online music distribution service to a portable device such as this recorder may be restricted. [. . . ] Otherwise data may be damaged. 94 Other Information Alarm Message List Message Battery Low File Protected Index Full Temp Full Folder Full Memory Error Meaning Low battery power Erase-locked Index full Tempmark full Folder full Error in the internal memory Illegally copied file Zero remaining memory No file Formatting error The management file cannot be created. Explanation Battery power is getting low. Error in the internal memory. Action Replace with new batteries ( P. This is a malfunction, so go to the store where you purchased the recorder or an Olympus service station for repair. 72). License Mismatch Memory Full No File Format Error The music files copied illegally. [. . . ]