Olympus WS-813 8GB Digital Voice Recorder

Product Description

Olympus WS-813: A whopping 8GB storage capacity plus FM Tuner ensures this CD quality audio recorder leaves business rivals for dust With its super stylish finish, ultra slim body & lightweight build, the range-topping Olympus WS-813 audio recorder is as ready for the catwalk as it is for the high pressure cut & thrust of the boardroom. It is not merely a pretty fascia however; the WS-813 records & plays back high quality WMA plus widely popular MP3 audio files. In addition this model offers linear PCM recording that delivers CD quality sound, plus a built-in FM Tuner & integrated music player for those wanting to grab some relaxing ‘me time’ between high level meetings. Stereo sound quality is naturally provided for recording personal notes, meetings & conversations, delivered courtesy of built-in stereo microphones. Boosting performance further are Voice Filter, Noise Cancel & Zoom Microphone technology. All ‘WS’ series models feature a music player, plus Calendar Search, Scene Select, & Index Marks for quickly finding & retrieving a potentially large number of audio files. This model also features innovative Voice Balancer, Voice Playback &, for a bit of fun, Voice Changer functions. As if that wasn’t enough the WS-813 offers convenience in spades, particularly with regard to downloading audio to your PC or Mac, & sharing it via email, for which swift USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectivity is provided via a handy retractable USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector. This model also features a micro SD card slot, offering the potential for an extra 32GB worth of storage. Add in voice activated recording too, with a low cut filter cutting down on extraneous noise when recording – & the process of using the Olympus WS-813 is literally as simple as speak, record, transfer. Hassle free transcription via Voice Playback function The WS-813 comes equipped with a newly developed Voice Playback Feature. This enables users to simply skip the pregnant pauses & non-voice portions of any recording & play back only the parts featuring voices. This means that recordings of meetings & interviews can be transcribed just that much easier. Calendar search function makes finding files easy Audio files saved on the recorder can be automatically managed via date, with a calendar-like display provided for easier access. Of course the ability to be able to search for files is one of the key attractions of a digital voice recorder. Built in Direct USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection & built-in FM tuner for the ultimate in convenience Messy cables are a thing of the past, as the Olympus WS-813 can connect directly with your home or office PC via its built-in connector arm. The fact that it also comes with a slot for an optional micro SD card slot also means that there is that much more flexibility for downloading files from one device to another. A high-sensitivity FM tuner is also included, so you can easily record & play back important news or a program you dont want to miss wherever you are, & this also backs up your business activities. 8GB internal memory for more than 2000 hours recording, PLUS micro SD card expansion slot A consummate blend of flexibility & practicality, an astounding 2000 hours of recording time is offered by the WS-813 thanks to its expansive 8GB internal memory. Five folders are offered for storage, each folder holding up to 200 messages. The fact that the recorder has a slot for an optional micro SD card means that the capacity can be expanded to an additional degree, dictated by the size of the card inserted, with up to 32GB supported. Thanks to 99 index marks, important sections of a recording can also be earmarked for easier retrieval & playback. Best ever sound via newly developed high sensitivity low noise directional microphones Improvements to the WS-813’s built-in microphones, made through Wolfson high performance codecs & Olympus’ accumulated analogue circuit technologies, have delivered what we believe to be the ‘best ever’ quality in sound recording. The result is that voices can be recorded with a clarity bordering on the profound. What’s more, with this model canal earphones are provided out of the box. Gain optimum recording quality via Scene Select options By selecting from the recording menu, the WS-813 further allows optimum recording settings to be set according to scenes – for example a business meeting, conference, voice memo & so forth. With five modes & three user configurations, anyone can achieve stress free high quality recording – even in the quick fire, high-pressure environment of a boardroom summit. Automatic adjustment of speakers levels via Voice Balancer option So you’re recording a meeting in a large room, sound levels varying due to the varying distances between speakers & how far they are away from you. This handy feature adjusts the volume levels of all speakers so that they reach a certain level that is easier for anyone transcribing notes to hear. Of course a noise cancellation feature that powerfully cuts out distracting background noise also helps! Noise cancellation for clear audio playback This recorder has an integral noise cancellation function that powerfully reduces unwanted ambient sounds such as air conditioner or projector fan noise, thereby facilitating clarity when it comes to playback. This function proves especially effective when playing back the likes of a recorded meeting or business presentation. Choice of MP3, WMA & PCM recording formats The WS-813 recorder employs the popular MP3 & high quality WMA & PCM recording formats. WMA cleverly balances high quality sound with a high compression ratio, so users get plenty of recording capacity & crystal clear audio with it, while PCM recording delivers a recording quality better than most digital handheld devices in providing CD quality sound. A large front mounted speaker also provides the superb clarity of playback associated with Olympus. Large, clear display & easy activation The sophisticated WS-813 belies its entry-level status in the looks department, being an incredibly slender 14.8mm in depth yet featuring a large & legible 1.43-inch LCD display with LED backlight. For the ultimate in convenience navigation is via one large central button. With voice activated recording featuring as standard, a dedicated record button is provided for manual activation. Generally controls are large, obvious & user friendly, allowing you freedom to concentrate on what’s being said instead of fiddling with controls during that all important business pitch. Long battery life Additional benefits include longer battery life thanks to low power consumption, plus the convenience of power coming courtesy of just one alkaline AAA battery. So this is one device that truly won’t leave you lost for words. Lightweight & portable The WS-813 measures a compact & diminutive 100x 40x 14.8mm & wont weigh heavy on your pocket, purse, or wallet for that matter. In short it’s a simple yet complete solution for high quality stereo digital recording & playback.