Olympus WS-831 2GB Digital Voice Recorder with MP3

Olympus WS-831 2GB Digital Voice Recorder with MP3

The basic model of the WS Series boasts a range of useful functions and is perfect for daily business. The low-noise directional stereo microphone with 90° layout creates a superb stereo quality which allows you to feel the full ambiance of a meeting – including the direction or location of the speakers in meetings and conferences. While the Voice Playback function allows you to skip the parts without voices and play back only the voice portions of your recording, the Transcription Mode allows for easy operation of the playback functionality. Together, the two improved technologies make for increased usability and an even smarter device.

• 2 GB Built in Memory to hold up to 493 hours or recording (+ Micro SD Slot)
• Retractable USB Connector
• Battery Life of over 37 hours on just one AAA Battery

The Olympus WS-831: Compact and lightweight stereo audio recorder with intelligent functions

Directional stereo microphones and a 90-degree angle structure captures sound just as if you were there
With high recording quality and superb stereo feeling, the WS series has established its presence as a smart tool for business. With the combination of the Transcription Mode function you can transcribe your recordings far more efficiently, enabling you to save time. The recorder comes with a microSD slot and built-in USB, also featuring many more extensive business-oriented functions.

High quality recording

Directional stereo microphones and a 90-degree angle structure captures sound just as if you were there

By positioning the two low-noise directional stereo microphones in a 90 degree layout, the WS series can record with superb stereo quality, taking into account the recording location whether being a meeting room or large conference centre.

An impressive array of playback functions

Transcription Mode

Transcription mode is one of the playback scene modes which helps users during transcription by eliminating dead air during playback.

Noise-cancellation function
Noise-cancellation function

Background noise which may have been captured during recording is powerfully reduced with an exceptionally high level of noise cancellation technology.

Usability

Direct USB connection eliminates the need for cables
Direct USB connection eliminates the need for cables

The USB connector integrated into the recorder can be easily deployed using the slide lever to plug the recorder directly into a PC. With no need for cables or special software, the transfer between PC and recorder is seamless. Also, the recorder can even be used as a USB memory device.

Max. 493 hours recording time

With 2 GB of internal memory and up to 493 hours of recording time, you are able to capture notes, lectures, and more and still have room to store documents.

Micro SD slot

The recorder supports microSD cards up to 32GB for added space and memory. It is located under the battery area to protect the card slot.

The calendar function makes it easy to search for files

Audio files saved on the recorder are automatically marked with the date. Because files are displayed by the calendar format, you can quickly find the file you are looking for by the date of recording.

Recording scene select for flawless recording

By simply selecting from the menu, you can set optimum recording settings according to the scenes. With five modes and three user configurations, anyone can easily make fail-proof high-quality recordings, even in an environment requiring a quick response.

Lecture: Suitable for recording of the lecture in a large room where many people are present.

Conference: For clear recording in a conference room with some other people.

Meeting: To record the conversations across the table in a small meeting room.

Dictation: Optimum mode to capture your speech with the recorder in your hand.

DNS: Provides the best settings for voice recognition with the Dragon NaturallySpeaking by Nuance Inc.