Olympus WS-100 64 MB Digital Voice Recorder with USB Interface

File organization is straightforward and intuitive. The WS-100 boasts five separate folders capable of holding 199 files each, so you can organize nearly 1,000 files by subject, theme, or other categories. Users also have the choice of three recording modes: HQ, which minimizes background noise and is great for capturing people with low speaking voices (it offers 4 hours and 20 minutes of recording time); SP mode, which still sounds good but isn't quite as crisp (ensures 8 hours and 40 minutes of time); and LP mode, which is designed to maximize recording (27 hours and 20 minutes). And thanks to the voice activation option, users don't need to press a single button to start recording. The WS-100 will instead record as soon as the built-in microphone picks up sound.

Perhaps the most convenient feature, however, is the built-in USB connector. To transfer information to or from the WS-100 from a PC or Mac, all you need to do is remove one end of the recorder's body, which reveals a male USB plug. This USB Direct design eliminates the need for a USB cable (the male plug connects directly to your computer), making the device even more portable. Once connected, it's easy to download images, documents, and other files.

Every bit as important are the playback functions, which include fast (50 percent) and slow (25 percent) playback. And should you need to identify and quickly retrieve important sound bites, all you need to do is insert an index mark and refer to it later. Additional features include adjustable microphone sensitivity, which lets you adjust the recording level to meet your needs; an easy-to-read LCD display; the ability to erase single or entire files; and a pair of stereo earphones.

The WS-100 runs for approximately 13 hours on a single AAA battery and weighs a mere 1.9 ounces. It's also backed by a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
WS-100 digital voice recorder, stereo earphones, neck strap, USB cable, one AAA battery, user's manual.

Product Description
The compact, brushed silver WS-100 is equipped with 64MB of internal memory for up to 27 hours of recording time and features a new direct PC link capability. Take the WS-100 anywhere with its compact design and leave the USB cable behind. Connect the WS-100 directly to a PC for quick and easy downloading of audio files and more. This sleek digital voice recorder is also an all-purpose one as its USB mass storage class capability lets you store documents and images along with audio. Compressed and widely-used WMA (Windows Media Audio) format lets you enjoy your recordings on any standard Windows-based PC. PC link via USB Direct design where recorder actually separates from the battery unit and plugs into the USB port on most PCs for a direct connection. Insert index marks to identify and quick retrieve important sound bites Erase single or entire files Adjustable microphone sensitivity Up to 13 hours of continuous operation via 1 AAA battery for low power consumption Voice Activation Available, Switchable On & Off Recording Media - Built-in 64MB flash memory 3 recording modes - HQ for high quality, LP and SP for extended recording times Recording Time - HQ Mode approximately 4 hour 20 minutes, SP Mode approximately 8 hours 40 minutes, LP Mode approximately 27 hours 20 minutes Sampling Frequency - HQ 44.0kHz, SP 12.0kHz, LP 8.0kHz Overall Frequency Response - HQ 100-12000Hz, SP 100-5000Hz, LP 100-2000Hz Practical Maximum Output - 100 mW Speaker - 16mm diameter round dynamic speaker Power Supply - One AAA battery Battery Life - Approximately 13 hours (using alkaline dry cell battery) System Requirements - Microsoft Windows ME, 2000 Professional, XP Professional, Home Edition, USB Port One free port,Audio Output Earphone output or speakers Dimensions - Length 3.7 x Width 1.57 x Depth 0.59 inch (excluding protrusions) Weight - 1.90 ounces (54 gram) including battery