The Simple Mode supports beginners by having the recorder display only the basic information in a large font. It also limits the function in the menu to those which are frequently used. For more advanced users, the Normal Mode provides full functionality and display for more detailed information and feature setting.

The recorder is equipped with a high-performance omni-directional, low noise, monaural microphone. This large diameter microphone records sound from all directions with less noise enabling clear recordings. The recorder is also capable of recording with less breath sound, which makes the recorder perfect for dictation. The built-in stand found on the back of the device is carefully designed to reduce the noise from tabletop surfaces.
 

By simple selection from the menu, users can set optimum settings according to the Scene Select options. By connecting the optional TP-8 telephone earpiece and selecting the ‘Telephone Recording’ scene you can record telephone conversations with optimal settings. The ‘Duplication’ scene when used in conjunction with the optional KA333 connecting cord, enables users to easily digitise and save recordings from analogue sources such as cassette tape or LP record players.
 

By developing circuits that reduce power use, Olympus have dramatically extended the battery life of its VN-PC series recorders. 2 x AAA batteries can last up to 100 hours. With 4GB of internal memory, you can now record up to 1,600 hours in the WMA format. The device is also compatible with microSD memory cards up to 32GB, allowing even more recording storage.