Press the REC button to start recording.

Press the FOLDER button to choose folder.

Press FF or REW to browse menu options, and PLAY to select an option or to close the menu hit the STOP button at any point. Press and hold menu for 1 second or longer while recorder is stopped.

BEFORE DETACHING FROM COMPUTER - Remove the detachable device (Eject in Mac OS) and make sure the display is turned off.

DO NOT disconnect the recorder when either message is displayed on the screen.

When connected the recorder display will read “PC” When transferring data, the display will read “BUSY”.

Files are saved onto the recorder in WMA format on Olympus recorders (a program which can read WMA files is required) and in lettered folders corresponding to the folder in which you recorded.

Computers will recognize the recorder as a removable disk drive.

Before connecting one of the PC compatible devices, make sure power switch is OFF and the display is off.

When working with files in an audio editing program like Audacity, create a copy of the originals to be able to revert back if necessary.

DO NOT USE SPECIAL CHARACTERS IN FILE NAMES (‘!#$*&%).

Backup the original audio files from the recorder to your program network drive.

Protect the privacy of your recordings by deleting all files on the recorder before returning equipment to Media Loan.

Copy files from the audio recorder to a computer as you would from a USB drive.

Start each recording by stating the date, time, location, your name, and the name of your interviewee for proper archiving and cataloging of this work. Make sure the record light comes on, that the clock numbers are counting and audio levels are moving up and down. Shock mounts and stands are great to reduce mic handling noise. Ideal recordings will have clearly audible audio, while not being too loud so that it is distorted (going into 'the red' on the audio recorder meters). Wear headphones to monitor volume levels as well watch the volume meters on the recorder. Improve the quality of the recording by adjusting the mic placement either closer, or further away from the sound source. A room with carpeting and furniture will typically sound better than one with hard floors (too much echo). If possible, eliminate background noises (turn off stereos, TV’s, fans, air circulation vents).

Avoid noisy public locations (like restaurants, or areas near a road).

Select a controlled and quiet recording location.

Make a test recording prior to your scheduled interview to make sure you are comfortable using the recorder.

Suggested Recording Checklist for all Devices

1 Suggested Recording Checklist for all Devices.

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