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Erase

Erasing from Folder A, B or C

You can easily erase unnecessary files. Sequential file numbers are reassigned

automatically.

Y Erasing One File at a Time

2,4

Press the FOLDER button to

select folder A, B, or C.

Press the + or – button to select the

file to be erased.

Press the ERASE button.

Press the + or – button to select the

"YES".

Press the ENTER button.

Y Erase All Files from a Folder

Press the FOLDER button to select

folder.

Press the ERASE button twice.

Press the + or – button to select the

"YES".

Press the ENTER button.

Note

If you leave the recorder untouched for 8 seconds or longer before you press the ENTER button,

Clear mode will be canceled, and the recorder will enter Stop mode.

Erasing from Folder S

(VN-240/VN-240PC/VN-480/VN-480PC)

To erase S folder, select S folder, and then press the ERASE button repeatedly to select

your desired erasing mode. Each time you press the ERASE button, the erasing mode

changes in the following order: by file → by date → by month → by folder → disabled.

Y Erasing One File at a Time in a Date Subfolder

Press the FOLDER button to select the folder S.

Press the + or – button to select the date subfolder.

Press the PLAY button.

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

Press the STOP button.

Press the ERASE button.

Press the + or – button to select the "YES".

Press the ENTER button.

Sequential file numbers are reassigned automatically.

Y Erase All Files in a Date Subfolder

Press the FOLDER button to select the folder S.

Press the + or – button to select the date subfolder to be

erased.

Press the ERASE button twice.

Press the + or – button to select the "YES".

Press the ENTER button.

Y Erase All Files in a Month Subfolder

Press the FOLDER button to select the folder S.

Press the ERASE button three times.

Press the STOP or PLAY button to select the month subfolder

to be erased.

Press the ENTER button.

Press the + or – button to select the "YES".

Press the ENTER button.

Y Erase All Files in the S Folder

Press the FOLDER button to select the folder S.

Press the ERASE button four times.

Press the + or – button to select the "YES".

Press the ENTER button.

Note

If you leave the recorder untouched for 8 seconds or longer before you press the ENTER button,

Clear mode will be canceled, and the recorder will enter Stop mode.

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Using the menu function, you can change various settings according to your preference.

Basic operation of the menu mode

Press and hold the MENU button for 1 second or longer

while the recorder is stopped.

Press the STOP or PLAY button to select what you would

like to set up.

The selected menu item flashes.

1,5

Use the + or – button to change the setting.

Press the ENTER button to confirm the setting.

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Move the selection one position up/increase the number.

Menu setting screen

Move the selection one

position to the left.

position to the right.

Move the selection one position down/decrease the number.

Notes

• The recorder will stop if you leave it idle for 3 minutes during a menu setup

operation, when a selected item is not applied.

• If you press the MENU button during a menu setup operation, the recorder

will stop and apply the items that were set to that point.

Recording Modes (HQ SP LP)

You can select from among three recording modes: HQ (High Quality)

mode, SP (Standard Playback) mode and LP (Long Playback) mode.

In Menu mode selection... HQ, SP, LP

Model

VN-120 / VN-120PC

VN-240 / VN-240PC

VN-480 / VN-480PC

Mode

a Current

Approx.43min

Approx.88min

Approx.177min

recording

mode

Approx.65min

Approx.133min

Approx.267min

Approx.121min

Approx.245min

Approx.493min

• 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.)

Microphone Sensitivity (HI

LOW)

Microphone sensitivity is adjustable to meet your recording needs.

In Menu mode selection... HI, LOW

HI:

High-sensitivity mode that records sounds in all directions.

LOW:Low-sensitivity mode suited for dictation.

• To ensure successful recording, make a test recording to choose appropriate

a Microphone

microphone sensitivity before recording.

sensitivity

• If you choose HI, we recommend setting the recording mode to HQ or SP to

display

best take advantage of the higher sensitivity.

• If you choose HI, background noise may be high depending on the recording

conditions.

Using The Variable Control Voice Actuator

(VCVA)

When the microphone senses that sounds have reached a preset

volume, the built-in Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA) starts

recording automatically, and stops it when the volume drops.

Particularly helpful for extended recording, the VCVA not only conserves

memory by turning off recording during silent periods, but also makes

playback more efficient and convenient.

a VCVA indicator

In Menu mode selection... ON, OFF

• The Recording/playing lamp is lit during recording. When the recorder is in

Standby mode, the Recording/playing lamp flashes and "VCVA" flashes on the

display.

System Sounds (BEEP)

The recorder beeps to alert you to button operations or warn you of

errors. System sounds may be turned off.

In Menu mode selection... ON, OFF

• If the alarm playback function has been set, the alarm will sound at the sched-

uled time even if the system sounds are disabled.

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Alarm Playback Function (

)

You can use the alarm playback function to sound the alarm tone for 5 minutes

at the scheduled time. Within this 5 minutes, pressing any button other than

the HOLD switch starts the recorder to play back the pre-selected file.

In Menu mode selection... SET, ON, OFF→After selecting SET, press

the ENTER button to set the time.

a Alarm

With the alarm playback function, only one file can be played back.

indicator

Select a file for the function before setting the time. For S folder, all files

contained in the selected date subfolder are played back.

Y To cancel an alarm playback

For

in the menu mode, select OFF and press the ENTER button.

• Regardless of the selected folder, once the alarm playback is set, it operates every day unless the

setting is canceled.

• To view the current setting, select ON, and then press the ENTER button.

• The alarm tone stops automatically if no button is pressed within 5 minutes after the alarm starts. The

file is not played back in this case.

• If the recorder has no recorded file in the selected folder, the alarm playback function is not available.

• Alarm playback occurs every day unless it is set to OFF.

• Even if no file is recorded in the day's date subfolder, the beeps will sound. In such a case, no sound is

heard even if you press some button while the alarm is sounding.

Timer Recording (TIMER)

(VN-480/VN-480PC)

You can schedule for automatic recording, specifying the start time and end time of recording.

When the timer-controlled recording completes, the setting is released.

In Menu mode selection... SET, ON, OFF→After selecting SET, press the ENTER button

to set the time.

Y To cancel the timer setting

For the timer in the menu mode, select OFF, and then press the ENTER button.

• To view the current setting, select ON, and then press the ENTER button.

• With this function, you can set only the start and the end time of recording. The current settings of the

recording mode, microphone sensitivity, VCVA and folder are applied for the settings before you set

timer-controlled recording.

• The setting exceeding the remaining recording time is not allowed.

• You can record at any time even it is not within the specified recording duration. However, if that makes the

remaining recording time insufficient for the timer-controlled recording, the recording will not complete.

• If any operation is ongoing, the timer-controlled recording is overridden.

Other Function

Moving File Between Folders

You can move files recorded in folders A, B and C to other folders. The

moved file is added at to the end of the destination folder.

Choose the file you want to transfer and press the PLAY button

to play it.

Press and hold the FOLDER button for 1 second or longer

while the file is playing.

Press the + or – button to choose a destination folder.

a Destination

folder

Press the ENTER button.

b Destination

The destination folder and the number of the moved file appear on

number of the

the display, and moving is completed.

file

• If the destination folder is full (100 files), "FULL" appears on the display, and you cannot move the file to

that folder.

• You cannot move files between folder S and the other folders.

Index Marks

(VN-240/VN-240PC/VN-480/VN-480PC)

Index marks can be placed in a file during recording or playback to

provide and quick and easy way of keeping track of important sections

in the file.

Press the INDEX button during recording (pause recording) or

playback to set an index mark.

An index number appears on the display.

Y Clearing an Index Mark

Press the ERASE button while the index number appears for 2 seconds

on the display.

• Up to 10 index marks can be set in a file.

• Sequential index marks numbers are reassigned automatically.

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Other Function

Resetting the Recorder (CLEAR)

This function resets the current time and other settings to their initial

status. It is useful if you are having problems with the recorder, or if you

want to erase the entire memory of the recorder.

Hold the STOP button, and hold the ERASE button for 3

seconds or longer.

Press the + or – button to select the "YES".

Press the ENTER button.

Note

If you leave the recorder untouched for 8 seconds or longer before you press the ENTER button in Step 3,

Clear mode will be canceled, and the recorder will enter Stop mode.

General Precautions

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 oth-

ers 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

(for VN-120/VN-240/VN-480) or make a back-up by downloading to a PC (for VN-120PC/VN-240PC/

VN-480PC).

For safe And Correct Usage

• 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.

• 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 refrigera-

tors.

• 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 go-cart).

• Keep the unit out of the reach of children.

Batteries

Warning

• Batteries should never be exposed to flame, heated, short-circuited or disassembled.

• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other non-rechargeable batteries.

• Never use any battery with a torn or cracked outer cover.

• Keep batteries 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 batteries immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and;

2 call your dealer or local Olympus representative for servicing.

Troubleshooting

Q1 Nothing happens when a button is pressed.

A1 • The HOLD button may be set to HOLD.

• 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 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 100

Check if the display shows FULL by pressing the REC button.

The number of files of the same date in folder S may have reached 10.

Q4 The playback speed is too fast (slow).

A4 The recorder may be set to Fast (slow) Playback.

Q5 The remaining recording time seems too short.

A5 Some files may be stored in the S folder. Hold the STOP button while in the S folder.

The display will show the total number of recordings in the S folder.

Q6 You cannot move the file.

A6 • The number of recorded files in the destination folder may have reached 100.

• Make sure that you haven't transferred to or from the S folder.

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Specifications

Recording medium:

Built-in flash memory

Recording time:

VN-120 (16 MB) / VN-120PC (16 MB)

HQ mode: Approx. 43 min

SP mode:

Approx. 65 min

LP mode:

Approx. 121 min

VN-240 (32 MB) / VN-240PC (32 MB)

HQ mode: Approx. 88 min

SP mode:

Approx. 133 min

LP mode:

Approx. 245 min

VN-480 (64 MB) / VN-480PC (64 MB)

HQ mode: Approx. 177 min

SP mode:

Approx. 267 min

LP mode:

Approx. 493 min

Microphone:

Electret Condenser Microphone (monaural)

Speaker:

Built-in ø 28 mm round dynamic speaker

Maximum power:

120 mW

ø 3.5 mm diameter, impedance 8 Ω

Earphone jack (monaural):

Microphone jack (monaural):

ø 3.5 mm diameter, impedance 2 kΩ

Power supply:

Two AAA (LR03 or R03) batteries or

Two Ni-MH rechargeable batteries

Continuous battery use time:

Alkaline batteries: About 25 hours

Ni-MH rechargeable batteries: About 19 hours

99 (L) × 39 (W) × 21.5 (T) mm

Dimensions:

Weight:

VN-120/VN-240/VN-480: 66.5 g (including batteries)

VN-120PC/VN-240PC/VN-480PC: 68 g (including

batteries)

* 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 perfor-

mance.

Accessories (Optional)

Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Charger: BU-400

Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery: BR401

Connecting cord (Earphone jack ↔ Microphone jack): KA232*

Plug adapter (Mini miniplug → Miniplug): PA3

Noise-Cancellation microphone: ME12

Electret condenser microphone: ME10

Headset: E99

Telephone pickup: TP6

Accessories marked* should be used in combination with the PA3 plug adapter.

USA RFI

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-

ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,

the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con-

nected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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 Commu-

nications.

Cet apparail numerique ne depasse pas les limites de Categorie B pour les emissions de bruit radio

emanant d'appareils numeriques, tel que prevu dans les Reglements sur l'Interference Radio du

Department Canadian des Communications.

"CE" mark indicates that this prod-

Il marchio "CE" indica che questo

uct complies with the European re-

prodotto è conforme alle norme della

quirements for safety, health, envi-

comunità europea per quanto

ronment and customer protection.

riguarda la sicurezza, la salute,

L'indication "CE" signfie que ce

l'ambiente e la protezione del

produit est conforme aux exigences

consumatore.

concemant la sécurité, la santé,

La marca "CE" indica que este producto

l'environnement et la protection du

se encuentra de conformidad con las

consommateur.

exigencias europeas sobre seguridad,

Das „CE" Zeichen bestätigt die

salud, medio ambiente y protección al

übereinstimmug mit den Europäischen

consumidor.

Bestimmungen für Betriebssicherheit

und Umweltschutz.

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