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Olympus VP-20 Pen Style Voice Recorder
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Olympus VP-20 Pen Style Voice Recorder
Discontinued and out of stock. Contact VoiceX for current alternatives.
The Olympus VP-20 is a slim pen-style voice recorder for personal notes, interviews and spoken recordings.
- Built-in omnidirectional stereo microphones
- One-touch REC slide switch
- Anti-Rustle filter and Intelligent Auto Mode
- 8 GB internal memory
- Linear PCM and MP3 recording
- Direct USB file transfer and rechargeable-battery charging
DISCONTINUED PEN-STYLE VOICE RECORDER
Olympus VP-20 product information
The VP-20 is discontinued and out of stock at VoiceX. This page provides information for existing users; contact us to discuss a current recorder for your needs.
Compact recording with straightforward controls
The slim body and pocket clip make the VP-20 convenient for spoken notes and interviews. Slide the REC switch to start recording with the built-in omnidirectional stereo microphones.
Intelligent Auto Mode adjusts microphone sensitivity to the sound level, while the Anti-Rustle filter helps reduce noise from contact with clothing. Recording-scene presets and a low-cut filter offer additional control over setup.
- 8 GB built-in memory
- Linear PCM and MP3 format choices
- One-touch recording from a compact pen-style body
- Direct USB connection for transferring files
Review recordings at your own pace
Transcription and Language Study playback scenes help with note-taking and repeated listening. Voice Balancer and playback noise cancellation can make recorded speech easier to review.
The specified rechargeable battery can charge through the USB connection. Copy recordings to a compatible computer for playback, organisation or a suitable transcription workflow.
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Recording features
- Omnidirectional stereo microphones
- One-touch REC slide switch
- Intelligent Auto Mode for automatic microphone sensitivity
- Anti-Rustle filter to reduce clothing-contact noise
- Low-cut filter for low-frequency noise
- Recording-scene presets including Pocket mode
- Linear PCM and MP3 format choices
Playback and transfer
- Transcription and Language Study playback scenes
- Voice Balancer and playback noise cancellation
- Direct USB file transfer to a compatible computer
- USB charging for the specified rechargeable battery
Olympus VP-20 specifications
Recording formats
- Linear PCM format / MP3 format
Sampling frequency
- Linear PCM/WAV: 22.05 kHz/16-bit stereo
- MP3: 128 kbps stereo, 44.1 kHz
- MP3 format : 32 kbps mono 22.05kHz
- MP3 format : 8 kbps mono 11.025kHz
Maximum headphone output
- Maximum headphone output ≦ 150 mV (conforms to EN 50332-2)
Recording media
- Built-in NAND flash memory 8GB
Some memory capacity is used as a management area, so the actual usable capacity will always be slightly less than the displayed capacity.
Speaker
- Type Built-in Φ 10 mm round dynamic speaker
- Maximum working output 90mW (8Ω speaker)
Combined microphone/earphone jack
- Microphone Φ 3.5 mm diameter; Impedance: 2 kΩ
- Earphone Φ 3.5mm impedance 8Ω or more
Power source
- Standard voltage 1.5V
- Battery One AAA dry cell battery (model LR03), or one Olympus nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery
External dimensions / Weight / Operating temperature
- External dimensions 17mm × 130mm × 17mm - Not including the largest projection
- Weight 37.5g -Including battery.
- Operating temperature 0 to 42℃ (32 to 107.6℉)
Frequency response
When recording from microphone jack Linear PCM format (22.05kHz/16bit):40Hz～10kHz
- MP3 format (128kbps):40Hz～17kHz
- MP3 format (32 kbps mono):40Hz～7kHz
- MP3format (8kbps mono):40Hz～3kHz
When recording with built-in stereo microphone 20Hz to 20kHz Frequency response upper limit is set by recording mode
- During playback 20Hz～20kHz
The upper and lower limit values of the frequency response depend on each recording format.
Battery life (when recording with the built-in stereo microphone)
Linear PCM format 22.05 kHz/16 bits
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 24 hours
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 19 hours
MP3 format
128 kbps
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 27 hours, 30minutes
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 21 hours
MP3 format
32 kbps mono
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 40 hours
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 27 hours, 30minutes
MP3 format
8 kbps mono
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 50 hours
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 34 hours
The battery life figures shown here were determined using an Olympus test method (When [LED] is set to [OFF]). Actual battery life figures will vary greatly according to the battery used and usage conditions (Changing the playback speed, or using the [Noise Cancel], [Voice Balancer], [Rec Scene], [Play Scene] and [Rec Standby] functions may affect the battery life).
Battery life (voice files: when playback through speaker)
Linear PCM format
22.05 kHz/16 bits
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 21 hours
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 16 hours
MP3 format
128 kbps
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 26 hours
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 18 hours
MP3 format
32 kbps mono
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 26 hours, 30minutes
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 19 hours
MP3 format
8 kbps mono
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 27 hours, 30minutes
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 20 hours
The battery life figures shown here were determined using an Olympus test method (When [LED] is set to [OFF]). Actual battery life figures will vary greatly according to the battery used and usage conditions (Changing the playback speed or using the [Noise Cancel], [Voice Balancer], [Rec Scene], [Play Scene] and [Rec Standby] functions may affect the battery life).
Battery life (voice files: when playback through earphones)
Linear PCM format
22.05 kHz/16 bits When using alkaline battery: Approx. 24 hours, 30 minutes
When using NiMh battery: Approx. 17 hours, 30 minutes
MP3 format
128 kbps
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 34 hours, 30 minutes
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 22 hours
MP3 format
32 kbps mono
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 35 hours
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 22 hours, 30 minutes
MP3 format
8 kbps mono
- When using alkaline battery: Approx. 36 hours
- When using NiMh battery: Approx. 23 hours, 30 minutes
The battery life figures shown here were determined using an Olympus test method (When [LED] is set to [OFF]). Actual battery life figures will vary greatly according to the battery used and usage conditions (Changing the playback speed, or using the [Noise Cancel], [Voice Balancer], [Rec Scene], [Play Scene] and [Rec Standby] functions may affect the battery life).
Recording time (Built-in memory: 8GB)
Linear PCM format
22.05 kHz/16 bits
- 23 hours, 30 minutes (approx.)
MP3 format
128 kbps
- 130 hours (approx.)
MP3 format
32 kbps mono
- 525 hours (approx.)
MP3 format
8 kbps mono
- 2100 hours (approx.)
Actual available recording times may be shorter than the figures shown here when making short recordings repeatedly (Equipment displays of available/elapsed recording times should be considered guideline values).
Maximum recording time per file
Linear PCM format
- 22.05 kHz/16 bits 6 hours, 40 minutes (approx.)
MP3 format
- 128 kbps 74 hours, 30 minutes (approx.)
MP3 format
- 32 kbps mono 298 hours (approx.)
MP3 format
- 8 kbps mono 1193 hours (approx.)
The maximum file size is limited to about 4 GB in the MP3 format, and to about 2 GB in the linear PCM (WAV) format.
Regardless of the amount of remaining memory, the maximum recording time per file is restricted to the following values.
Number of tracks that can be recorded
8GB 1900 tracks (approx.)
- At 128kbps and 4 minutes per track
The figures above are guideline values.
Please note that recorder specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice to make performance improvements and other changes.
Standard package
VP-20 recorder, one BR404 AAA Ni-MH rechargeable battery, KP19 USB extension cable and instructions.
Computer connection
Use the direct USB-A connector to transfer saved recordings to a compatible Windows PC or Mac. A suitable USB data adapter is needed for USB-C-only computers.
Manufacturer compatibility information for this model covers legacy systems. Check your exact computer and operating-system release before relying on file transfer. VoiceX does not provide Windows 10 support; this is a support policy rather than a claim of hardware incompatibility.
Audio and playback software
The combined 3.5 mm microphone/earphone socket supports the appropriate recording or listening connection. Set its function for the accessory being used, and confirm the external microphone’s compatibility and wiring.
Use playback or transcription software that supports PCM/WAV or MP3 files. The Transcription playback scene helps with manual transcription; ask VoiceX about software for your workflow.
Battery charging
Use one AAA alkaline battery or the specified BR404 Ni-MH rechargeable battery. USB charging is for the specified rechargeable battery with the correct battery setting. Never charge alkaline batteries.
Make a test recording before an important session and check applicable consent and privacy requirements when recording other people.
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