The Olympus WS-803 Digital Voice Recorder with NiMH Rechargeable Battery (Black) allows you to record and playback audio using either PCM, MP3 or WMA file formats. Plus, you can download MP3 music from your computer directly onto the WS-803 and take your tunes with you. The recorder is even equipped with FM radio for listening to or recording your favorite stations and broadcasts. For connecting to your PC or Mac, the recorder features a built-in USB direct connect function, which means you won't have to fuss with or carry around any cables when you're ready to transfer audio files.
The WS-803 features 8GB of flash memory, which translates to 2043 hours of recording time when using the LP recording mode. If you need more storage, the recorder has a microSD/SDHC card slot that supports up to 32GB memory expansion. The WS-803 runs on a single AAA alkaline or AAA NiMH rechargeable battery (included) and it even features a USB battery charge function, as well as an optional USB-Charge Adapter (sold separately).
In order to ensure that all your recordings are high-quality, the WS-803 has several integrated audio enhancing features including noise cancellation technology and a Voice Balancer that adjusts voice levels in the room - so that no one voice is too loud or soft. The recorder also has convenient playback and storage features. The Voice Playback Function lets you skip over the non-voice portions of a recording and the Voice Changer Function allows you to change the pitch of a voice. There's a Calendar Search Function and Scene Select Function as well. Plus, the recorder features folder support with up to 200 messages per folder and an index feature, which lets you make up to 99 index marks per file. This way, you'll always be able to easily locate the audio file you're looking for and the exact section you want to hear.
Recording Format | PCM, MP3 and WMA |
Recording Media | Built-in 8GB flash memory |
Recording Time: PCM | 44.1k/16bit: 12hr 5min |
Recording Time: WMA Stereo | 128 kbps: 132hr 64 kbps: 261hr |
Recording Time: WMA Mono | 32 kbps: 522hr 16 kbps: 1028hr 8 kbps: 2043hr |
Recording Time: MP3 | 192 kbps: 66hr 30min 128 kbps: 133hr |
PC Interface | USB port |
Folders Messages | 5 / 200 per folder |
Frequency Response: PCM | 44.1k/16bit: 40 - 21,000Hz |
Frequency Response: WMA Stereo | 128 kbps: 40 - 19,000Hz 64 kbps: 40 - 16,000Hz |
Frequency Response: WMA Mono | 32 kbps: 40 - 16,000Hz 16 kbps: 40 - 8,000Hz 8 kbps: 40 - 3,000Hz |
Frequency Response: MP3 | 192 kbps: 40 - 19,000Hz 128 kbps: 40 - 17,000Hz |
Sampling Frequency | ST XQ: 44.1 kHz / 128 kbps ST HQ: 44.1 kHz / 64 kbps HQ: 44.1 kHz / 32 kbps SP: 22 kHz / 16 kbps LP: 8 kHz / 8 kbps MP3: 44.1 kHz / 128 kbps; 44.1 kHz / 256 kbps PCM: 44.1 kHz 16 bit |
LP Mode | Yes |
Voice Activation | Yes, Switchable On/Off |
Practical Maximum Output | 80 mW |
Speaker | Built-in 18mm diameter round dynamic speaker |
Microphone Jack | 3.5 mm |
Earphone Jack | 3.5 mm |
Power Supply | One AAA NiMH rechargeable battery (can be charged via USB) or one AAA alkaline (LR03 or R03) battery |
Battery Life | Alkaline: Approximately 27 hours recording (LP mode) |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | Approx. 3.9" x 1.6" x 0.6" (100.2 x 40 x 14.8 mm) |
Weight | Approx. 2.0 oz. (57g) including batteries |
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