OLYMPUS LS-3 Linear PCM Recorder User Manual

: June 4, 2024
: Olympus

OLYMPUS LS-3 Linear PCM Recorder

Pocket‑sized linear PCM recorder with 24bit/96kHz sampling rate
4GB internal memory plus microSD(HC) slot
WAV/WMA/MP3 recording formats
Partial Erase, File Divide, Move and Copy
3 microphones (stereo directional MIC and centre omni‑directional MIC)
Pre‑recording: starts up to 2 seconds before recording button is pressed
Rechargeable batteries & USB charging function

PCM quality pocket‑sized

With the Olympus LS‑3 you can have it all: Superb sound quality, smooth operation and a durable, take‑me‑anywhere design concept that fits in literally every pocket. Despite its minimal weight ‑ just 90g with batteries ‑ and its incredibly small size, you’ll find many examples of advanced sound engineering: Awesome superior‑to‑CD quality sound due to the 24bit/96kHz PCM format, two directional microphones with 90° orientation for most natural stereo recording, plus an omni‑directional centre microphone capable of capturing lower bass ranges with stunning clarity. If it’s a bit hectic you will love the pre‑recording option, which enables you to start recording up to 2 seconds before you press the recording button. The built‑in 4GB memory enables, for instance,65 hours of recording time in popular mp3 format (128 kbps). If that’s still not enough you can extend the recording capacity using the microSD(HC) card slot. Furthermore, the LS‑3 comes with rechargeable Ni‑MH batteries and an internal USB charging function ideal for people on the move. Whether you’re a musician looking to record practice sessions, shows or song ideas, a nature enthusiast with a passion for capturing bird songs, a journalist, choir or theatre director, or simply anyone who demands exceptionally clear, crisp sound, the pocket‑sized LS‑3 is must‑have gear.

Specifications

Storage Media

Internal memory 4GB Flash Memory
microSD / microSDHC Yes
cardUSB functionality

USB functionality

USB Speed USB 2.0 High Speed
USB Classes USB Storage class
USB Audio class
USB HID

Display

Display Type Full Dot Matrix Display
Display Size 31 x 29.7mm 1.69”
Display Backlit Yes

Device operation

HOLD switch Yes

Recording Modes

Recording format PCM (WAV) / MP3 / WMA
PCM (WAV) format

96kHz / 24bit 1h 45min
88.2kHz / 24bit 1h 55min
48kHz / 16bit 5h 25min
44.1kHz / 16bit 5h 55min
44.1kHz (Mono) 11h 55min

MP3 format

320 kbps 26h
256 kbps 32h 30min
128 kbps 65h 30min
64 kbps (Mono) 4682min 40 21000

WMA format

128 kbps 64h
64kbps 128h
32 kbps 257h
Mono 1007h

Frequency response

Internal microphones

Center Mic = ON 20 ‑ 20.000Hz
Center Mic = OFF 70 ‑ 20.000Hz
MP3 320kbps / 40 – 20000Hz
256kbps / 40 – 20000Hz
128kbps / 40 – 17000Hz
64kbps (mono) / 40 – 13000Hz
PCM 96kHz / 40 – 44000Hz
88.2kHz / 40 – 42000Hz
48kHz / 40 – 42000Hz
44.1kHz / 40 – 21000Hz
WMA 128kbps / 40 – 19000Hz
64kbps / 40 – 16000Hz
32kbps / 40 – 9000Hz
(mono) / 40 – 3000Hz

Record function

Operation

Index Up to 16 per file
Auto recording Pre-Recording
- Voice Sync
- VCVA (Variable Control Voice
- Actuator)
- Timer recording
Recording Scenes User Defined Setting
Advanced recording Rec Monitor
- Low Cut-Filter
- Zoom Mic. Setting (DVM)
- Manual Rec level control
- Limiter
- Compressor

Playback function

Gapless Playback Yes
Playback control Fast play
- Slow Play
- Cue/Review
- Intro scan
File operation Fast forward and rewind
Forward / Reverse Skip
Repeat functions Repeat playback
- A-B repeat playback
Automatic playback Alarm playback
- Random playback
Sound enhancement Noise Cancel
- Voice Filter
- Reverb
- EUPHONY
Playback Scenes 3 settings storable

Data organisation

Erase Erase all files
- Erase single files
- Erase lock
- Partial (PCM only)
No. of folders 5
Folder Music max. 200
Files per folder 200
Time/date info Yes
File move Yes
File divide Yes (Only PCM and MP3 files)
File Copy (Folder to
Folder)
Yes
File Copy (internal
memory – external
memory)
Yes
device format Yes

Other Features

Beep signal (system sound)
- Yes
Voice guidance Yes
Remote Control Yes (optional)
Tripod socket 1/4”

Software

Corresponding Audio software
- Sonority

Interfaces Input

PC interface USB Cable
Microphone jack 3.5 ø mm mini‑jack, impedance 2.2
- kΩ
Microphone input level ‑70dBv
Microphone
sensitivity / gain
High / Middle / Low-

Interfaces Output

Earphone jack 3.5 ø mm mini‑jack, impedance 8Ω or
- more
Maximum headphone
output
≤ 150 mV
Speaker 20mm (mono) / Built‑in round
- dynamic speaker
Max. working output 400mW (8 Ω speaker)

Power Supply

Max. Battery Life Alkaline Battery, 44h Rec., WMA
mono
- Alkaline Battery, 30h Rec., 44.1kHz
- (PCM)
External power supply USB connecting AC adapter (A‑514)
Power Supply Battery: 2 x AAA
Internal Charging AC / USB

Note: Internal charging operable only with Olympus rechargable batteries. AC‑adapter and cradle are optional items.

Dimensions

Weight 90g (incl. batteries)
HxWxD 112 x 39.8 x 15.9mm (without
protrusions)

Languages

Menu languages EN, ES, FR, DE, IT, RU, PL, CS, SV,
DK, NL, BR, CN

Operating Systems & Requirements

Windows Operating system: Windows XP (SP2 or later), Windows Vista, Windows 7 (Free USB port)
Macintosh Operating system: Mac OS X 10.4.11
‑ 10.6 (Free USB port)
Exterior
Housing material Aluminium
Housing colour Black

Specifications and appearances are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer