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# 843 hours recording time 2GB internal memory USB 2.0 high-speed connectivity Olympus VN-8100PC Digital Voice Recorder 142600 (Silver and Black)

**Brand:** om system
**Price:** 40639 kr
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## Summary

> 🎙️ Capture every word, anytime, anywhere — your voice, amplified.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Olympus VN-8100PC Digital Voice Recorder 142600 (Silver and Black) by om system
- **How much does it cost?** 40639 kr with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Compact & Ready:** Lightweight design with built-in mono mic and headphone jack—perfect for on-the-go pros.
- • **Crystal Clear Formats:** Supports MP3 & WMA recording for versatile, high-quality playback compatibility.
- • **Endless Recording Power:** Up to 843 hours of uninterrupted audio capture—never miss a moment.
- • **User-Friendly Interface:** Large backlit LCD with adjustable font size makes navigation effortless and stylish.
- • **Seamless File Management:** Plug & play USB connection for instant transfer, editing, and archiving on your PC.

## Overview

The Olympus VN-8100PC Digital Voice Recorder offers 2GB of internal memory capable of recording up to 843 hours in MP3 and WMA formats. Featuring USB 2.0 high-speed connectivity, it allows effortless file transfer and editing on your PC. Its large, backlit LCD with adjustable font size ensures easy operation, while the compact, lightweight design with built-in mono microphone and headphone jack makes it ideal for professionals needing reliable, long-lasting voice recording on the move.

## Description

Olympus VN-8100 Digital Recorder, 2 GB Internal Memory.843 hours recording time. USB connectivity to email, edit and archive. MP3 and WMA Recording. Large LCD with Font Size Setting. Up to 843 Hours Recording Time; Large LCD screen with font setting; Scene Select. 2GB internal memory. PC Link connectivity to email, edit and archive. MP3 and WMA recording formats. USB 2.0 High Speed; Microphone Jack; Earphone Jack.

Review: Excellent Digital Voice Recorder - I just ordered this Olympus VN-8100PC digital voice recorder a few days ago and so far it has worked pretty good. I had an older digital voice recorder, but it didn't have a USB port, so I couldn't transfer files to my PC which is what I wanted, so I bought this. I've made several recordings and transferred them to my PC and they sound good, all you do is plug it into a USB port on your computer and then you can access this device just like a USB thumb drive. I decided to go with this one because the older Olympus model VN-6200PC on desertcart has over a hundred reviews that are mostly all positive, and this one is simply an updated more advanced model with 2GB of memory instead. I checked the Olympus website and this one is very close to the 6200PC model that everybody loves, but with more features and an easier looking layout. The most important difference is the ability to record in MP3 format, the 6200PC can only record in WMA format. Also this one has 2GB of memory, so you can record for a long time, and if the memory fills up you can just transfer the files off the device to your computer. As far as the layout of the on screen menu settings and buttons on the device, it is super easy. I didn't even read the instruction manual to figure everything out, I just played around with it for a few minutes and everything was pretty much self explanatory, it's designed so anybody can use it without having to click through a bunch of settings and crap just to get it to work. If you buy this device, one very handy accessory to get is the Olympus TP-7 Telephone Recording Device . It sells here on desertcart for $[...] or so and has a ton of reviews all rating it very positive. I bought it with mine and it works perfectly, I recorded a phone conversation earlier today to test it out and it worked great. The main purpose of buying this digital voice recorder was really to record phone conversations using the TP7. All you do is plug the TP7 into the mic input on your digital voice recorder, and then put the ear piece into your ear and when you are on the phone talking to someone hit "record" then when you are done hit "stop" and that is it. The Olympus digital recorders only record in mono, so that means when you play back your phone conversation on your computer speakers/headphones you will only hear sound from one speaker/headphone, but that really isn't a problem or big deal since it's only a conversation you're listening too and not music. As a side note, hopefully more people realize the VN-6200PC is an old model and do not buy it instantly just because it has a ton of good reviews. I almost did that until I went to the Olympus website and realized this 8100PC model was newer and better then the 6200PC and cost pretty much the same. If this review helped you, leave a comment or something :)
Review: A very nice personal voice recorder - This is a review for the Olympus WS-700M Digital Voice Recorder 142625 (Blue) I needed a compact digital recorder for multiple purposes: To record my thoughts while away from my desk, To record myself for later transcription (via DragonSpeak), and to record personal stuff (guitar and ukulele compositions, parties, and my daughter singing). I bought this as a backup to my other Sony PCM-M10 recorder, which is an excellent recorder but I found to be a bit too "large" to conveniently carry around everywhere. I also considered the Sony ICD-PX820 and the Olympus VN 6200pc, but decided to get the Olympus 700M for various reasons I will spell out here. Firstly, this 700M is the "middle" unit of the latest releases (600S, 700M, 710M). All three have built-in memory (2, 4, and 8 GB, respectively), stereo mics and stereo mic inputs, built-in USB port for direct connect to PC, playback speed control. The differences are in the size of the built-in memory/storage and a few other features. I went for the 700M because I wanted the expandability (microSD card slot) but did not want or need the FM tuner in the 710M. It would have been nice to have the directional mic of the 710M, but again I did not need it. It is just slightly larger than the ipod nano, but the sound is just as good (if not better) with the 700M. The only disadvantage I can see with this unit as an mp3 player is that I have yet to figure out how to create separate subfolders in the music folder. Once I figure it out (if at all possible), I'll post an update. It is easy enough to operate. Without any experience with any Olympus recording devices, I found it relatively easy to use out of the box without reading the instructions. The files are labeled by day and time stamps, and the file names are progressive (WS700###). There are 5 folders, labeled Folder A-E. I've plugged this unit into WinXP Pro (32-bit), WinVista, and Win7 and recognized. It is also recoginized by Mac OS X Snow Leopard (I no longer have Tiger, so I can't speak for this OS, but supposedly it is supported). I will bring it to work one day to see if it will work on Linux OS. Stay tuned. It comes with a single rechargeable AAA alkaline battery that recharges by plugging the device to a computer via USB (as long as the USB port provides power out, which some of the older PC's USB ports do not). It can be directly plugged into your Mac or PC (USB Direct) through a USB connector that slides out of the bottom, so no cables are required. It does come with a cable extender to plug it in to a usb port while the recorder is sitting flat on a surface. It also comes with earphones, which is a decent set, but I prefer using my ultimate ears or klipsch headsets. It has a Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA), a "voice activation" feature which sets the audio device to record automatically only when sound is detected at a pre-set level and stop when sound drops below the threshold level. I've tried this, but never really used it too much for dictation purposes. The purpose of this function is to eliminate "dead air" during recordings, conserving memory and shortening file times. I've always just pressed the record button to pause, if needed. It allows for Index Marks, which are digital tags that can be inserted while recording or during playback. It is a useful function, which can be used to skip forward and backward in recordings to pre-selected reference points. This can help with finding specific areas in the recording (such as a particular sound byte). It has a larger backlit LCD screen (compared to previous models). Not having any of the other or older models, I cannot say whether this is a good or bad thing, but I always favor the larger screens to avoid the smaller fonts. The stereo mic inputs allow me to use my stereo Sony mics (I have both the Sony ECM-DS70P Electret Condenser Stereo Microphone and the Sony ECM-DS30P Electret Condenser Digital Microphone), and I the recording is significantly improved for some cases (recording jam sessions) and not too different for others (dictation). The recording levels can be monitored for both channels on the display. I like that the option is available. The reason I did not pick the Olympus VN 6200pc is because it lacked stereo recording. I wanted the stereo recording capability because I want to be able to use this recorder on impromptu jam sessions (family gatherings, parties, or just at home). I was tempted to get the Sony ICD-PX820 because although the built-in mic is mono, the mic jack can take a stereo mic (which I have) and record in stereo. Also, neither the VN 6200 or the PX820 have an expansion slot (the WS 700M has a microSD slot), and this is a major factor that swayed me because I want the expandability. Because of these reasons (among others I will not elaborate on) I decided to purchase the Olympus WS 700M. Overall, I am truly enjoying this recorder. If I need a higher quality audio recorder, I bring my Sony PCM M10 along. This Olympus WS 700M is a great portable recorder that I can bring every day and everywhere. I highly recommend it. For the extra $$ over the other two units, I think it is worth it. I like the portability, and I've been truly enjoying this gadget. For the price and quality, this unit deserves a five-star rating. ************ Comparison with other WS series: 600S - Base recorder 2GB internal memory, mp3 and WMA recording, Comes in metallic silver color No memory slot (the 700M and 710M have a microSD card slot, up to 16GB expandable), No Noise cancellation (included in 700M and 710M), No FM tuner (710M only), No USB battery charge function (in 700M and 710M). 710M - everything in the 700M plus the following features: 8GB internal memory (4GB in 700M) FM Tuner Directional microphone Comes in Metallic black color For those who want a more detailed specs layout: -Multi format recording: mp3, WMA, and PCM -Built-in 4GB flash memory and microSD slot -Input level: -70dBv -VCVA (or Variable Control Voice Actuator) -Max Output: 80mW -Speaker: 18 mm round dynamic speaker -Microphone jack: 3.5mm; impedance 2k ohms (mono) -Earphone jack: 3.5mm; impedance 8 ohms (mono) -Power Supply: AAA NiMH rechargeable battery, or AAA alkaline battery -Battery life: Approximately 25h alkaline (not yet tested NiMH) Overall Frequency Response (these are straight from the Olympus site): PCM 44.1kHz/16bit: 40Hz-21kHz MP3 256kbps: 40Hz-20 kHz MP3 128 kbps: 40Hz-17 kHz ST XQ mode: 40Hz-19 kHz ST HQ mode: 40Hz-16 kHz ST SP mode: 40Hz-9 kHz HQ mode: 40Hz-13kHz SP mode: 40Hz-8kHz LP mode: 40Hz-3kHz RECORDING TIMES: PCM 44.1kHz/16bit: Approximately 6 hours MP3 256kbps: Approximately 34 hours MP3 128kbps: Approximately 69 hours ST XQ mode: Approximately 67 hours ST HQ mode Approximately 134 hours ST SP mode Approximately 270 hours HQ mode: Approximately 270 hours SP mode: Approximately 532 hours LP mode: Approximately 1058 hours

## Features

- 2 GB Internal Memory
- 843 hours recording time
- USB connectivity to email, edit and archive
- MP3 and WMA Recording
- Large LCD with Font Size Setting

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000NPKO4E |
| Battery Average Life | 843 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | #77,047 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #372 in Digital Voice Recorders |
| Brand | OM SYSTEM |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 616 Reviews |
| Digital Recording Time | 843 hours |
| Format | MP3 Audio, WMA |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00050332175518 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 millimeters |
| Item Height | 4.3 inches |
| Item Weight | 4 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Olympus |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 2 GB |
| Microphone Form Factor | Built-In |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Mono |
| Model Number | 142600 |
| Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
| Screen Size | 2 |
| UPC | 050332175518 777780585088 608939564756 050332175525 |
| Warranty Description | limited 1 year |

## Product Details

- **Compatible Devices:** Personal Computer
- **Brand:** OM SYSTEM
- **Hardware Interface:** USB
- **Microphone Form Factor:** Built-In
- **Format:** MP3 Audio, WMA
- **Headphones Jack:** 3.5 millimeters
- **Number of Batteries:** 2 AA batteries required. (included)
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 2 GB
- **Item Weight:** 2.4 ounces
- **Screen Size:** 2

## Images

![Olympus VN-8100PC Digital Voice Recorder 142600 (Silver and Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61VF-qC+pML.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: can you download the recordings to a PC for burning to CD/DVD?**
A: Yes, I did download the recording I made to my pc, and sent it out by e-mail.  You could change the format and burn to a cd or use a wav format cd to burn a copy.

**Q: All of a sudden my recorder started replaying in fast speed so it gets difficult to hear. Don't know how to get it back to normal speed?? Would apprec**
A: Press I think the center button(like play) then right away press minus once, or however many times it takes to get it to say 1.0. 1.0 means reg speed. .09 or lower or something means slowed down, and 1.1 etc means speeded up.

**Q: Does it have a mic input and headphone output?  and can you monitor the audio while the recording is happening?  or only in playback?**
A: Hello. It does have both the mic input and headphone output. I'm not sure what you mean about "monitoring" the audio. Sorry

**Q: Does this Recorder have a repeat button? I wish to use it while sleeping and want it to automatically repeat. Thanks**
A: Don't think so. It's main purpose is to record and play interviews.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Digital Voice Recorder
*by C***W on October 2, 2010*

I just ordered this Olympus VN-8100PC digital voice recorder a few days ago and so far it has worked pretty good. I had an older digital voice recorder, but it didn't have a USB port, so I couldn't transfer files to my PC which is what I wanted, so I bought this. I've made several recordings and transferred them to my PC and they sound good, all you do is plug it into a USB port on your computer and then you can access this device just like a USB thumb drive. I decided to go with this one because the older Olympus model VN-6200PC on Amazon has over a hundred reviews that are mostly all positive, and this one is simply an updated more advanced model with 2GB of memory instead. I checked the Olympus website and this one is very close to the 6200PC model that everybody loves, but with more features and an easier looking layout. The most important difference is the ability to record in MP3 format, the 6200PC can only record in WMA format. Also this one has 2GB of memory, so you can record for a long time, and if the memory fills up you can just transfer the files off the device to your computer. As far as the layout of the on screen menu settings and buttons on the device, it is super easy. I didn't even read the instruction manual to figure everything out, I just played around with it for a few minutes and everything was pretty much self explanatory, it's designed so anybody can use it without having to click through a bunch of settings and crap just to get it to work. If you buy this device, one very handy accessory to get is the Olympus TP-7 Telephone Recording Device . It sells here on Amazon for $[...] or so and has a ton of reviews all rating it very positive. I bought it with mine and it works perfectly, I recorded a phone conversation earlier today to test it out and it worked great. The main purpose of buying this digital voice recorder was really to record phone conversations using the TP7. All you do is plug the TP7 into the mic input on your digital voice recorder, and then put the ear piece into your ear and when you are on the phone talking to someone hit "record" then when you are done hit "stop" and that is it. The Olympus digital recorders only record in mono, so that means when you play back your phone conversation on your computer speakers/headphones you will only hear sound from one speaker/headphone, but that really isn't a problem or big deal since it's only a conversation you're listening too and not music. As a side note, hopefully more people realize the VN-6200PC is an old model and do not buy it instantly just because it has a ton of good reviews. I almost did that until I went to the Olympus website and realized this 8100PC model was newer and better then the 6200PC and cost pretty much the same. If this review helped you, leave a comment or something :)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A very nice personal voice recorder
*by A***D on October 4, 2010*

This is a review for the Olympus WS-700M Digital Voice Recorder 142625 (Blue) I needed a compact digital recorder for multiple purposes: To record my thoughts while away from my desk, To record myself for later transcription (via DragonSpeak), and to record personal stuff (guitar and ukulele compositions, parties, and my daughter singing). I bought this as a backup to my other Sony PCM-M10 recorder, which is an excellent recorder but I found to be a bit too "large" to conveniently carry around everywhere. I also considered the Sony ICD-PX820 and the Olympus VN 6200pc, but decided to get the Olympus 700M for various reasons I will spell out here. Firstly, this 700M is the "middle" unit of the latest releases (600S, 700M, 710M). All three have built-in memory (2, 4, and 8 GB, respectively), stereo mics and stereo mic inputs, built-in USB port for direct connect to PC, playback speed control. The differences are in the size of the built-in memory/storage and a few other features. I went for the 700M because I wanted the expandability (microSD card slot) but did not want or need the FM tuner in the 710M. It would have been nice to have the directional mic of the 710M, but again I did not need it. It is just slightly larger than the ipod nano, but the sound is just as good (if not better) with the 700M. The only disadvantage I can see with this unit as an mp3 player is that I have yet to figure out how to create separate subfolders in the music folder. Once I figure it out (if at all possible), I'll post an update. It is easy enough to operate. Without any experience with any Olympus recording devices, I found it relatively easy to use out of the box without reading the instructions. The files are labeled by day and time stamps, and the file names are progressive (WS700###). There are 5 folders, labeled Folder A-E. I've plugged this unit into WinXP Pro (32-bit), WinVista, and Win7 and recognized. It is also recoginized by Mac OS X Snow Leopard (I no longer have Tiger, so I can't speak for this OS, but supposedly it is supported). I will bring it to work one day to see if it will work on Linux OS. Stay tuned. It comes with a single rechargeable AAA alkaline battery that recharges by plugging the device to a computer via USB (as long as the USB port provides power out, which some of the older PC's USB ports do not). It can be directly plugged into your Mac or PC (USB Direct) through a USB connector that slides out of the bottom, so no cables are required. It does come with a cable extender to plug it in to a usb port while the recorder is sitting flat on a surface. It also comes with earphones, which is a decent set, but I prefer using my ultimate ears or klipsch headsets. It has a Variable Control Voice Actuator (VCVA), a "voice activation" feature which sets the audio device to record automatically only when sound is detected at a pre-set level and stop when sound drops below the threshold level. I've tried this, but never really used it too much for dictation purposes. The purpose of this function is to eliminate "dead air" during recordings, conserving memory and shortening file times. I've always just pressed the record button to pause, if needed. It allows for Index Marks, which are digital tags that can be inserted while recording or during playback. It is a useful function, which can be used to skip forward and backward in recordings to pre-selected reference points. This can help with finding specific areas in the recording (such as a particular sound byte). It has a larger backlit LCD screen (compared to previous models). Not having any of the other or older models, I cannot say whether this is a good or bad thing, but I always favor the larger screens to avoid the smaller fonts. The stereo mic inputs allow me to use my stereo Sony mics (I have both the Sony ECM-DS70P Electret Condenser Stereo Microphone and the Sony ECM-DS30P Electret Condenser Digital Microphone), and I the recording is significantly improved for some cases (recording jam sessions) and not too different for others (dictation). The recording levels can be monitored for both channels on the display. I like that the option is available. The reason I did not pick the Olympus VN 6200pc is because it lacked stereo recording. I wanted the stereo recording capability because I want to be able to use this recorder on impromptu jam sessions (family gatherings, parties, or just at home). I was tempted to get the Sony ICD-PX820 because although the built-in mic is mono, the mic jack can take a stereo mic (which I have) and record in stereo. Also, neither the VN 6200 or the PX820 have an expansion slot (the WS 700M has a microSD slot), and this is a major factor that swayed me because I want the expandability. Because of these reasons (among others I will not elaborate on) I decided to purchase the Olympus WS 700M. Overall, I am truly enjoying this recorder. If I need a higher quality audio recorder, I bring my Sony PCM M10 along. This Olympus WS 700M is a great portable recorder that I can bring every day and everywhere. I highly recommend it. For the extra $$ over the other two units, I think it is worth it. I like the portability, and I've been truly enjoying this gadget. For the price and quality, this unit deserves a five-star rating. ************ Comparison with other WS series: 600S - Base recorder 2GB internal memory, mp3 and WMA recording, Comes in metallic silver color No memory slot (the 700M and 710M have a microSD card slot, up to 16GB expandable), No Noise cancellation (included in 700M and 710M), No FM tuner (710M only), No USB battery charge function (in 700M and 710M). 710M - everything in the 700M plus the following features: 8GB internal memory (4GB in 700M) FM Tuner Directional microphone Comes in Metallic black color For those who want a more detailed specs layout: -Multi format recording: mp3, WMA, and PCM -Built-in 4GB flash memory and microSD slot -Input level: -70dBv -VCVA (or Variable Control Voice Actuator) -Max Output: 80mW -Speaker: 18 mm round dynamic speaker -Microphone jack: 3.5mm; impedance 2k ohms (mono) -Earphone jack: 3.5mm; impedance 8 ohms (mono) -Power Supply: AAA NiMH rechargeable battery, or AAA alkaline battery -Battery life: Approximately 25h alkaline (not yet tested NiMH) Overall Frequency Response (these are straight from the Olympus site): PCM 44.1kHz/16bit: 40Hz-21kHz MP3 256kbps: 40Hz-20 kHz MP3 128 kbps: 40Hz-17 kHz ST XQ mode: 40Hz-19 kHz ST HQ mode: 40Hz-16 kHz ST SP mode: 40Hz-9 kHz HQ mode: 40Hz-13kHz SP mode: 40Hz-8kHz LP mode: 40Hz-3kHz RECORDING TIMES: PCM 44.1kHz/16bit: Approximately 6 hours MP3 256kbps: Approximately 34 hours MP3 128kbps: Approximately 69 hours ST XQ mode: Approximately 67 hours ST HQ mode Approximately 134 hours ST SP mode Approximately 270 hours HQ mode: Approximately 270 hours SP mode: Approximately 532 hours LP mode: Approximately 1058 hours

### ⭐⭐⭐ Just record - but do not try to listen
*by G***N on January 16, 2011*

I am using this product now for over two weeks. The product packaging, delivery etc., were pretty good. Happy with the seller. The product is excellent for a stereo recording. It has many folders to categorize your recordings into. My only gripe is that once you record it, you cannot listen to your recording on the provided speaker. The volume at its highest setting is bearly audible in public spaces. If you are in a quiet environment still it is not loud enough. The included headphones help. The included NiMH battery saves the environment and is re-chargeable. So far I am yet to re-charge this battery after its initial 8hr charging. Overall I like this product, except that if you need to listen, please use a computer to listen to.

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