WA-MP50H - CD Player SHARP - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL WA-MP50H SHARP

Illustration of a Sharp audio recording device with microphone, power cord, and earphones (no text or symbols on main body)

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.... Please refer to pages i to x and E-1 to E-48.

At full power prolonged listening to a personal stereo may damage the user's hearing.

The model is in compliance with the law in case of using it with the SHARP earphones (model number RPHOHA002SJSA or RPHOHA002SJSB).

Order proper earphones if the supplied ones become damaged.

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Information on Proper Disposal

Attention: Your product is marked with this symbol. It means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for these products.

A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households)

1. In the European Union

Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin!

Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.

Following the implementation by member states, private households within the EU states may return their used electrical and electronic equipment to designated collection facilities free of charge*. In some countries* your local retailer may also take back your old product free of charge if you purchase a similar new one.

*) Please contact your local authority for further details.

If your used electrical or electronic equipment has batteries or accumulators, please dispose of these separately beforehand according to local requirements.

By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

1. In other Countries outside the EU

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.

For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even if you don't purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the homepage of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.

B. Information on Disposal for Business Users

1. In the European Union

If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it:

Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-back of the product. You might be charged for the costs arising from take-back and recycling. Small products (and small amounts) might be taken back by your local collection facilities.

For Spain: Please contact the established collection system or your local authority for take-back of your used products.

1. In other Countries outside the EU

If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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General Information -Introduction/Contents-

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.

This product uses Windows Media Player 9 Series or 10 to transfer audio data from a PC to the unit. If Windows Media Player is not installed on the PC or if its version is earlier, visit Microsoft Web site to download the programme. http://www.microsoft.com

Contents

Page

■ General Information

Outline of the unit 2

Special Notes.... 3

Accessories.... 3

Precautions 4

Controls and indicators 5,6

System requirements 6

■ Preparation for Use

Using with the alkaline battery 7

Turning the unit on/off 8

Hold function....8

Changing the display language 9

Installing a USB driver 10

Connecting the unit to a PC 11

■ Windows Media Player

Ripping tracks from audio CD to PC 12, 13

Transferring audio data from PC to the unit .... 14 - 17

Deleting audio data stored on the unit 18

■ Playback

Disconnecting the unit 19

Playing transferred audio data 20 - 24

Advanced playback.... 25, 26

Playing to all data recorded with the unit 27

Playing selected data 28

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■ FM Radio

Listening to the FM radio 29 - 32

■ Recording

Recording with the built-in microphone ..... 33

Recording from the external equipment ..... 34 - 36

Recording from the FM radio 36

Changing file size and sound quality

for recording.... 37, 38

Deleting selected data.... 39

■ Advanced Features

Changing default settings.... 40 - 42

Checking memory status 42

Sleep operation 43

To use as a USB storage device.... 43

■ References

Firmware update 44

Troubleshooting....45

Error messages 46

Maintenance....46

Specifications 47, 48

Outline of the unit

Transfer audio data to the unit before use.

1 Preparation of the unit:

Insert the alkaline battery (see page 7).

2 Preparation of audio data:

Convert tracks on audio CDs to audio data using Windows Media Player 9 Series or 10 (see pages 12, 13). For procedures, refer to the Windows Media Player Users Guide.

graph LR
    A["CD"] -->|Audio CD| B["Laptop"]
    B --> C["Windows Media Player"]

3 Transferring audio data:

Connect the unit to a PC (see page 11), and transfer audio data to the unit using Windows Media Player 9 Series or 10 (see pages 15, 16).

Windows Media Player MP3 WMA If you use a PC running Windows Second Edition, install a USB driver from the supplied CD-ROM (see page 10)

4 Playing audio data on the unit (see pages 20, 21).

Illustration of a portable audio device connected to two earphones with musical notes (no text or symbols)

Windows Media Player

Use Windows Media Player 9 Series or 10 to transfer audio data from a PC to the unit.

This operation manual describes how to rip audio data from audio CDs to a PC and how to transfer the audio data from the PC to the unit.

For more details, refer to the Windows Media Player Users Guide.

• Sample screens, procedures or operations may vary by the environment of your PC or version/settings of Windows Media Player.
  ● Windows Media Player 10 is designed exclusively for Windows XP Home Edition/Professional.
• If necessary, download Windows Media Player from the Microsoft Web site and install it to your PC beforehand.
• For details, refer to the Microsoft Web site.

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Special Notes

Trademarks

• IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
  ● Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United States and other countries.
• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• All brand names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

■ Audio data

• Back up your audio data stored on this product periodically in case of accidental loss or alteration.
• SHARP shall not be liable for any damages or loss of audio data resulting from defects in this product or your computer.

Note

- Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any right to distribute content created with this product in revenue-generating broadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribution channels), revenue-generating streaming applications (via Internet, intranets and/or other networks), other revenue-generating content distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications and the like) or on revenue-generating physical media (compact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives, memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use is required.

For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Accessories

Earphones x 1	"AAA" size alkaline battery (LR03 or similar) x 1
USB Cable x 1	Audio cable x 1
Neck strap x 1	CD-ROM x 1● If you use a PC running Windows 98 Second Edition, install a USB driver from this supplied CD-ROM (see page 10).

Notes:

• Only the above accessories are included.
• The USB cable may differ from illustration shown above.
• Use the supplied earphones only.
• Use the supplied USB cable only.
• Use the supplied audio cable. If you use commercially available audio cables, they should be shorter than 3 m.

Precautions

■ Important

• Do not wear your earphones when you are crossing streets or near traffic.
• Do not use earphones whilst driving a vehicle since it may be illegal or create a traffic hazard. Always follow safety regulations in your area.
• Do not play the unit at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against extended listening at high volume levels.

• If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
• Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
  ● The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climate.
• This unit should only be used within the range of 5°C - 40°C (41°F - 104°F).

To avoid accidental electric shock or other possible problems, observe the precautions listed below.

• Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
• Do not drop or subject the unit to shock.
• Do not use the unit near open flames.
• Do not spill liquid on the unit.
• SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised service centre.

■ Storing the unit

Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following places.

• Places exposed to direct sunlight for many hours (especially in cars with the doors and windows closed) or near heaters. (The cabinet may deform, change colour or the unit may malfunction.)
• Places exposed to excessive dust.
• Places exposed to water.
• Places where temperatures are excessively high or low.
• Places (bathrooms) where the humidity is extremely high.
• Places with strong magnetic fields such as TVs or loudspeakers.
• Places exposed to vibration.
• Places where sand can easily enter the inside of the unit (beaches etc.).
• If the unit is used near radio tuners or TVs, noise and/or picture interference may result. If you experience these problems, move the unit away from such devices.

It is not recommended to put this unit into a rear pocket, as this may damage the product when sitting.

Using this unit near mobile phones may cause noise pickup. If it occurs, move it away from them.

Copyright

Copyright laws protect sounds, images, computer programmes, databases, other materials and copyright holders. Duplicated material is limited to private use only. Use of materials beyond this limit or without permission of copyright holders may constitute copyright infringement, and be subject to criminal punishment.

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General Information -Precations-

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General Information -Controls and indicators-

LINE IN HOLD 1 2 3 4 SHARP MIC 5 File name1 Artist name1 MP3 44 128 NOR 6 7 POWER NAVI 8 9 10 USB 11 12 OPEN 13 14

Reference page

1. Line Input Socket .... 34
2. Hold Switch 8
3. Microphone 33
4. Play Mode/Time/Information Indicator ..... 20
5. Battery Indicator 7
6. Character/Information Indicator ..... 8, 9, 20

The display varies depending on the operation.

1. Play/Pause/Stop/Power Button 8, 21
2. Menu Button.... 6, 9, 22
3. Neck Strap Hole 5
4. Earphones Socket 20
5. USB Port 11, 43
6. USB Cap 5
7. Battery Cover 7
8. USB Port Lever 11, 43

Note:

To protect the USB port, cover it with the USB cap when not in use.

■ Attaching the neck strap

Push Pull Push

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■ About menu button

Various operations are performed by moving the menu button on the unit all around or pressing it.

graph TD
    A["①"] --> B["②"]
    B --> C["③"]
    C --> D["④"]
    D --> E["⑤"]
    E --> A
    style A fill:#000,stroke:#000,color:#fff
    style B fill:#000,stroke:#000,color:#fff
    style C fill:#000,stroke:#000,color:#fff
    style D fill:#000,stroke:#000,color:#fff
    style E fill:#000,stroke:#000,color:#fff
    linkStyle 0 stroke:#000,stroke-width:2px
    linkStyle 1 stroke:#000,stroke-width:2px
    linkStyle 2 stroke:#000,stroke-width:2px
    linkStyle 3 stroke:#000,stroke-width:2px
    linkStyle 4 stroke:#000,stroke-width:2px
    linkStyle 5 stroke:#000,stroke-width:2px

① If you move the menu button toward +...
Volume up, switching FM search/preset stations, selecting a menu, etc.
② If you move the menu button toward ◀◀...
Fast reverse, tuning, recalling a station, selecting a menu, etc.
③ If you move the menu button toward ▶▶▶...
Fast forward, tuning, recalling a station, selecting a menu, etc.
④ If you move the menu button toward -...
Volume down, switching FM search/preset stations, selecting a menu, etc.
⑤ If you press the menu button...
Opening a menu, setting A-B repeat play, executing functions, etc.
If you hold down the menu button...
Opening/closing a menu.

System requirements

The following hardware and software are required to transfer audio data from a PC to the unit.

Hardware and software requirements *1

Computer	IBM PC/AT-compatible (not operable with Macintosh)
OS	Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition/Millennium Edition/2000 Professional/XP Professional/XP Home Edition standard installation *2
Software	Windows Media® Player 9 Series or 10
Drive	CD-ROM drive
Interface	Available USB port (USB 2.0/1.1)

*1 Operation is not guaranteed on all the compatible computers.
*2 Operation is not guaranteed on computers running upgraded OS or multiple OS with dual-boot.

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Preparation for Use -Using with the alkaline battery-

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Using with the alkaline battery

■ Inserting the battery

1 Open the battery cover.
2 Insert the "AAA" size alkaline battery (LR03) into the battery compartment.
3 Close the battery cover.

Do not force the battery cover open too far.

Do not force the battery cover open too far. Insert the ⊖ side.

Notes:

• Do not replace the battery during operation.
• Do not use a nickel-cadmium battery.
• Remove the battery if the unit will not be used for long periods of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.
• Installing the battery incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunction.

Battery removal:

Open the battery cover and pull the battery.

■ Checking the remaining amount of battery level

The battery level is shown by the battery indicator during operation.

Battery indicator When the battery level is high When the battery level is very low

• When the battery level is very low, the battery indicator will flash. Replace the alkaline battery with a new one.
• When the battery has run out completely, "Low Battery Shut Down..." will appear. Then, the power will be disconnected automatically.

Notes:

• The battery indicator will not correctly display the remaining capacity for approximately 10 seconds after the power has been turned on.
• The number of bars shown in the battery indicator may increase or decrease, depending on the operation being performed. This is normal.
• The battery life and the operating time may be shortened by usage conditions, long periods of disuse, etc.

Turning the unit on/off

■ To turn on the unit

Press the POWER button.

POWER

■ To turn off the unit

In the play or pause mode

1 Press the ▶II (POWER) button for 0.5 seconds or more to exit the mode.
2 Hold down the POWER button for 2 seconds or more.

POWER

In the stop, menu or FM mode

Hold down the POWER button for 2 seconds or more.

The display language can be changed (default: English). For details, see page 9.

Hold function

When the hold function is turned on, all buttons on the unit will be inactive. To make changes to the operation of the unit, turn the HOLD switch off.

Move the HOLD switch to the safety position (direction indicated by the arrow).

graph TD
    A["Release"] --> B["HOLD"]
    C["Hold"] --> D["HOLD"]
    E["Release"] --> F["SHARP MIC"]
    G["NAVI"] --> H["POWER"]

Note:

If the hold function is active when the unit is turned off, the unit cannot be turned on by mistake and the battery will not be drained.

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Preparation for Use -Turning the unit on/off/Hold function-

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Preparation for use- Changing the DISPLAY language-

Changing the display language

You can see information in a selected language.

English (*)	Italiano
Deutsch	Nederlands
Français	Svenska
Español	简体中文
Português	繁体中文

(*) indicates default setting.

1 Press the POWER button to turn the power on (see page 8).

POWER

2 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "SETUP", and press it.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "System", and press it.

5 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Language", and press it.

6 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select the desired language, and press it.

● The setting is completed.

● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

Note:

The display language setting is retained even after the unit is turned off.

Installing a USB driver

If you use a PC running Windows 98 Second Edition, install a USB driver from the supplied CD-ROM.

- The installation is not necessary for a PC running Windows Millennium Edition, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home Edition.

1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2 Open the "wa-mp100_50" folder on the CD-ROM and double-click "setup".
3 Install the driver following the on-screen instructions.

WBA MP300, 50 Audio Player Setup Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for WBA MP300, 50 Audio Player The InstallShield Wizard will install WBA MP300,50 Audio Player on your computer. To continue, Click Web.

Click the "Next" button.

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Click the "Yes" button.

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Click the "Next" button.
Click the "Next" button.
Click the "Finish" button.
Click the "Finish" button.

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Preparation for Use-Connecting the unit to a PC-

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Connecting the unit to a PC

Connect the unit to a PC to transfer audio data.

graph TD
    A["SHARP"] -->|MIC| B["USB cable"]
    B --> C["PC"]
    C --> D["To the USB port"]
    D --> E["LED Switch"]
    E --> F["Slide"]
    F --> G["OPEN"]

1 Slide the USB port lever until it stops to open the USB port.
2 Connect the unit to a PC with the USB cable.

Whilst the unit is connected to the PC, the message shown on the right appears on the unit.

Caution:

• Do not disconnect the USB cable whilst transferring audio data from a PC. Audio data on the unit may become corrupted.
• Operation is not guaranteed if the PC is connected to two or more USB devices.
• Connect the USB cable to the PC's USB port. If connected via a USB hub, operation cannot be guaranteed.
• We do not guarantee operation of the unit with self-built PCs or PCs with modified motherboards.
• Make sure to use the supplied USB cable. Use of other cables (two-way cables, extension cables, etc.) degrades the quality of connection and may cause a malfunction.

Note:

The buttons on the unit do not work if it is connected to a PC. Disconnect the PC to operate on the unit (see page 19).

Ripping tracks from audio CD to PC

Using Windows Media Player, rip tracks from your favourite audio CDs to a PC. Ripped tracks are stored on PC as audio data. You can enjoy music on the unit by transferring audio data from the PC.

Unknown Artist - Unknown Album (2/19/200... New Playing Media Guide Copy from CD Title Length Copy Status Artist 1 Track 1 4:55 Unknown Art 2 Track 2 4:26 Unknown Art 3 Track 3 5:13 Unknown Art 4 Track 4 4:51 Unknown Art 5 Track 5 5:18 Unknown Art

Options Media Library Plug-ins Privacy Security File Types Network Player Copy Music Devices Performance Specify where music is stored and change copy settings. Copy music to this location xxxxxxxx... Change... File Name... Copy settings Format: Windows Media Audio Learn more about MP3 formats ✓ Copy protect music □ Copy CD when inserted □ Eject CD when copying is completed

■ For Windows Media Player 9 Series

1 Launch Windows Media Player. Example: Start → All Programs → Windows Media Player
2 On the "Tools" menu, click "Options..." and then "Copy Music", and select "Copy protect music".
3 Click "OK". 4 Insert an audio CD into the PC. The audio CD may play automatically depending on settings on the PC. In this case, stop playback.
5 Click "Copy from CD" on the taskbar to show tracks on the audio CD.
6 Select the check boxes of tracks to rip.
7 Click "Copy Music" to start ripping.

Note:

For details on Windows Media Player, refer to its Users Guide.

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Windows Media Player Now Playing Library Rip Burn Sync Guide Unknown Artist - Unknown Album [2/19/2005 9:21:02 AM] Rip Music Title Length Rip Status Artist Composer Genre Style 1 Track 1 4:55 Unknown Artist Unknown 2 Track 2 4:26 Unknown Artist Unknown 3 Track 3 5:13 Unknown Artist Unknown 4 Track 4 4:51 Unknown Artist Unknown

Options Plug-ins Privacy Security File Types Network Player Rip Music Devices Performance Library Specify where music is stored and change rip settings. Rip music to this location xxxxxxxx... Change... File Name... Rip settings Format: Windows Media Audio Learn more about MP3 formats Copy protect music Rip CD when inserted

■ For Windows Media Player 10

1 Launch Windows Media Player.
Example:
Start → All Programs → Windows Media Player
2 On the "Tools" menu, click "Options..." and then "Rip Music", and select "Copy protect music".
3 Click "OK".
4 Insert an audio CD into the PC.
The audio CD may play automatically depending on settings on the PC. In this case, stop playback.
5 Click "Rip" on the taskbar to show tracks on the audio CD.
6 Select the check boxes of tracks to rip.
7 Click "Rip Music" to start ripping.

Note:

For details on Windows Media Player, refer to its Users Guide.

Transferring audio data from PC to the unit

■ Folders

When using Windows Media Player 9 Series, select the desired folder to transfer audio data.

Note:

You can create subfolders if necessary (refer to the Windows Media Player Users Guide). Create them in the level indicated in "About folder tree".

When using Windows Media Player 10, create the "MUSIC" folder beforehand to create subfolders with an artist or album name automatically.

Note:

To create subfolders with an artist or album name automatically, click ☑ to display properties and select "Create folder hierarchy on device".

Windows Media Player Now Playing Library Rip Burn Sync Guide Online Stores Sync "All Music" to "Removable Disk (I:)" Start Sync Edit Playlist Set up Sync All Music Title Status Size Music 1 Ready to synchronize 3.31 MB Music 2 Ready to synchronize 3.25 MB Music 3 Ready to synchronize 3.12 MB Music 4 2.24 MB Music 5 941 KB Removable Disk (I:) Title Size MUSIC

Click this to display properties.

■ About folder tree

Windows Media Player 9 Series

graph TD
    A["Root"] --> B["1"]
    B --> C["2"]
    C --> D["3"]
    D --> E["Music"]
    D --> F["Music"]
    D --> G["Music"]
    B --> H["4"]
    H --> I["Music"]
    H --> J["Music"]
    H --> K["Music"]

Transfer audio data.

Windows Media Player 10

graph LR
    A["Root"] --> B["MUSIC"]
    B --> C["1"]
    C --> D["2"]
    D --> E["3"]
    E --> F["Music"]
    B --> G["4"]
    G --> H["Music"]
    G --> I["Music"]
    G --> J["Music"]

Transfer audio data to subfolders in the "MUSIC" folder.

This product supports:

• Up to 50 folders (including the "VOICE", "FM", "LINE-IN" and "MIC" folders).
• Up to 550 files.
  ● Up to 30 characters as a folder name.
• Up to 30 characters as a file name.

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You can enjoy music on the unit by transferring audio data from the PC.

Copy "All Music" to "Removable Disk (I)" Items to Copy Edit Playlist Items on Device All Music Title Status Length Size Copy from CD Music 1 Ready to copy 3:37 3.31MB Music 2 Ready to copy 3:33 3.25MB Music 3 Ready to copy 3:24 3.12MB Music 4 2:27 2.24MB Music 5 1:00 941KB Radio Tuner Copy to CD or Device Premium

■ For Windows Media Player 9 Series

1 Connect the unit to a PC (see page 11).
2 Launch Windows Media Player.
Example: Start → All Programs → Windows Media Player
3 Click "Copy to CD or Device" on the taskbar.
4 From the drop-down list of "Items to Copy" window, select a list with desired audio data.

5 Select the check boxes of audio data to transfer.
6 Set the unit as a destination.
7 Select a folder. For folders, refer to page 14.
8 Click the "Copy" button to start transfer.

Windows Media Player Now Playing Library Rip Burn Sync Guide Online Stores Sync "All Music" to "Removable Disk (I:) Start Sync Edit Playlist Set up Sync All Music Title Status Size Music 1 Ready to synchronize 3.31 MB Music 2 Ready to synchronize 3.25 MB Music 3 Ready to synchronize 3.12 MB Music 4 2.24 MB Music 5 941 KB Removable Disk (I:) Title Size MUSIC

■ For Windows Media Player 10

1 Connect the unit to a PC (see page 11).
2 Launch Windows Media Player.
Example:
Start → All Programs → Windows Media Player
3 Click "Sync" on the taskbar.
4 From the drop-down list of "All Music", select a list with desired audio data.
5 Select the check boxes of audio data to transfer.

6 Set the unit as a destination.
7 Click the "Start Sync" button to start transfer.

Caution:

To create subfolders with an artist or album name automatically, click ☑ to display properties and select "Create folder hierarchy on device".

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Transferring audio data from PC to the unit (continued)

Caution:

● Audio data on the unit is replaced by newly transferred audio data if their file names are the same.
- Refer to "Connecting the unit to a PC" or "Disconnecting the unit" when you connect/disconnect the unit to/from a PC.
- Do not disconnect the unit from the PC during transfer.

Notes:

• For details on Windows Media Player, refer to its Users Guide.
• The drive letter for the unit may change depending on the environment of the connected PC.

MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3):

MPEG is an international standard developed by Moving Picture Experts Group, a working group of ISO.

WMA (Windows Media Audio):

WMA is an audio compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation.

WAV (PCM):

An audio format widely used in Windows.

About DRM (Digital Rights Management)

• This product supports Windows Media Digital Rights Management 9 Series. Using Windows Media Player 9 Series or 10, you can transfer licensed WMA files to the unit for playback.
• Some WMA files may not be playable/transferable onto this product due to their license agreements with copyright holders.
• Some audio data may not be playable on this product.

File format of transferred audio data

• Depending on the setting of Windows Media Player, audio data may be converted automatically for playback on portable devices.
• On Windows Media Player 10, you can change this setting and transfer audio data without conversion. To do so, click ☑ and select "Quality" to uncheck "Convert files as required by this device (recommended)".
• If you transfer WAV files without conversion, it may take more time to transfer, and use more memory space on the unit.
• For details on Windows Media Player, refer to its Users Guide.

Deleting audio data stored on the unit

Use Windows Media Player to delete audio data stored on the unit.

Windows Media Player 9 Series

Copy "All Music" to "Removable Disk (1):" Items to Copy Edit Playlist Items on Device All Music Title Status Length Size Music 1 Ready to copy 3:37 3.31MB Music 2 Ready to copy 3:33 3.29MB Music 3 Ready to copy 3:24 3.24MB Music 4 2:22 2.24MB Music 5 1:00 9HXB 3 items(s), Total Time: 10:34, 9.68MB Ready New Playing Media Guide Copy from CD Media Library Radio Tuner Copy to CD or Device Premium Services Skin Chooser 4 5 3 6

Windows Media Player 10

Windows Media Player Now Playing Library Rip Burn Sync Guide Online Sync "All Music" to "Removable Disk (I:)" Start Sync Edit Playlist Set-up Sync All Music Title Status Size Music 1 Ready to synchronize 3.31 MB Music 2 Ready to synchronize 3.25 MB Music 3 Ready to synchronize 3.12 MB Music 4 2.24 MB Music 5 941 KB Removable Disk (I:) Title Size MUSIC

1 Connect the unit to a PC (see page 11).
2 Launch Windows Media Player.
3 Windows Media Player 9 Series: Click "Copy to CD or Device" on the taskbar.
Windows Media Player 10: Click "Sync" on the taskbar.
4 Select the drive letter of the unit from the dropdown list.
5 Select audio data and delete it.

Caution:

A WMPInfo.xml file and files with extensions of .TBL and .LMM are created automatically. Never edit, move or delete these files since they are necessary for the unit and Windows Media Player.

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Disconnecting the unit

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Make sure to exit Windows Media Player before disconnecting the USB cable.

For details, refer to the operation manual for the PC.

■ Windows 98 Second Edition

1 Click "Safely remove hardware" on the taskbar.
2 Click "Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device - Drives(*):".
3 "Safely remove hardware" appears. Click the "OK" button and disconnect the USB cable from the PC.

■ Windows Millennium Edition

1 Click "Unplug or Eject Hardware" on the taskbar.
2 Click "Stop USB Disk - Drive(*:)".
3 "Safe To Remove Hardware" appears. Click the "OK" button and disconnect the USB cable from the PC.

■ Windows 2000 Professional

1 Click "Unplug or Eject Hardware" on the taskbar.
2 Click "Stop USB Disk - Drive(*):".
3 "Safe To Remove Hardware" appears. Click the "OK" button and disconnect the USB cable from the PC.

■ Windows XP Home Edition/Professional

1 Click "Safely Remove Hardware" on the taskbar.
2 Click "Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device - Drive(*:)".
3 "Safe to Remove Hardware" appears. Click the message and disconnect the USB cable from the PC.

(*:) Drive letter of this unit

Notes:

• After the above operation, the USB connection display still remains on the unit (the display changes when you disconnect the USB cable).
• If you cannot cancel the USB connection, try again or restart the PC.

Playing transferred audio data

You can also play audio data stored and arranged in folders created by using Windows Media Player.

graph TD
    A["Left channel"] --> B["SHARP"]
    C["Right channel"] --> B
    B --> D["MIC"]
    B --> E["NAV"]
    B --> F["POWER"]
    G["Cancel the hold function beforehand (see page 8)."] --> H["Release HOLD"]
    H --> I["SHARP"]

■ Playing audio data

1 Press the POWER button to turn the power on (see page 8). POWER 2 Playback starts automatically. Playback stops after the last audio data is played. ▶012-001-00:03 File name1 Artist name1 MP3 44 128 NOR

Notes:

• The unit will restart the FM radio or the data recorded with this unit which you were listening to last time. To listen to the transferred audio data, see page 21.
• See page 22 to adjust the volume level and sound quality.

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Playing transferred audio data (continued)

When listening to the FM radio or data recorded with the unit, you can listen to all the transferred audio data as follows:

1 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ to select "SOUND", and press it.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "MUSIC", and press it.

Playback starts automatically.

To interrupt playback:

Press the ▶■ button.

To resume playback, press the ▶■ button again.

To stop playback:

Hold down the ▶■ button for 0.5 seconds or more.

When you press the ▶■ button again, the last played audio data plays from the beginning.

Resume play:

When you turn off the unit and turn it back on, playback starts from the beginning of the audio data which was stopped.

■ To locate the beginning of audio data

	To move to the beginning of the next audio data:Move the menu button toward ▶▶.
	To replay the current audio data:Move the menu button toward ◀◀.

Note:

To skip some data at one time, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶I repeatedly until the desired audio data appears.

■ To locate the desired portion

	For fast forward:Hold the menu button toward ▶▶.
	For fast reverse:Hold the menu button toward ◀◀.

Note:

Normal playback will resume when the menu button is released.

Volume control

Whilst the playback screen is open, hold the menu button toward + or - to increase or decrease the volume.

Volume level indicator

At extra loud volumes, other people may be able to hear sounds coming from the earphones which could be disturbing to others. Please use caution when playing the unit at loud volumes.

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Playing transferred audio data (continued)

■ Equaliser setting

1 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ to select "SETUP", and press it.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Playback", and press it.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "EQ", and press it.

5 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select an equaliser setting, and press it.

Normal: The sound is not modified.

Rock: For rock music.

Jazz: For jazz.

Classical: For classical music.

Pop: For pop music.

Bass: The bass is emphasised.

User: Sound quality can be customised (see page 24).

● The setting is completed.

● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

Note:

Distortion may occur depending on the equaliser setting. In this case, change the type or turn down the volume.

■ Customising sound quality

1 Perform steps 1 - 4 on page 23.
2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "User", and press it.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select the frequency.

62: Bass setting
250:
1K: Midrange setting
4K:
16K: Treble setting

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to increase or decrease the gain level.

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust each frequency.
6 Within 10 seconds, press the menu button.

● The setting is completed.
● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

Note:

The "User" settings will remain in the memory after you switch to another equaliser mode.

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Advanced playback

■ Repeat play or shuffle play

1 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ to select "SETUP", and press it.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Playback", and press it.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "REPEAT", and press it.

5 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select a play mode, and press it.

Normal: Normal playback.

Repeat Track: Repeat one data.

Repeat All: Repeat all data.

IntroScan: Play all data for a set time period (see page 26).

Shuffle: Play all data at random.

Shuffle Repeat: Repeat all data at random.

● The setting is completed.

● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

To return to normal playback

After steps 1 - 4, select "Normal" in step 5.

Notes:

• In shuffle play, the unit selects and plays data automatically. After playing all the data once, the unit stops automatically.
• Repeat play continues until playback stops.

■ Intro scan

1 Perform steps 1 - 4 on page 25.
2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "IntroScan", and press it.

REPEAT

IntroScan

Shuffle

Shuffle Repeat

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select a time period, and press it.

IntroScan

10 Second

10 - 30 Second: The unit plays each data for a set time period.

● The setting is completed.
● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

To return to normal playback

After steps 1 - 4 on page 25, select "Normal" in step 5.

■ A - B repeat play

1 Press the menu button to enter the start point (A) during playback.

▶012-001-00:12

File name1

Artist name1

2 Press the menu button again to enter the end point (B).

▶012-001-00:28

File name1

Artist name1

Playback starts from the point A and ends at the point B.

In the following cases, A - B repeat play may not be set or may be set to the beginning or the end of data.

● Beginning or end of data
- Small data
● Short interval between A and B

To return to normal playback

Press the menu button.

Note:

A - B repeat is possible only within a single data.

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Playback -Advanced playback-

Playing to all data recorded with the unit

You can listen to all data recorded with the unit.

(For the recording procedure, see pages 33, 34 and 36.)

1 Press the POWER button to turn the power on (see page 8).

POWER

2 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "SOUND", and press it.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "VOICE", and press it.

Playback starts automatically.

SOUND

MUSIC

VOICE

To interrupt playback:

Press the ▶|| button.

To resume playback, press the ▶II button again.

To stop playback:

Hold down the ▶II button for 0.5 seconds or more.

When you press the ▶II button again, the last played data plays from the beginning.

Resume play:

When you turn off the unit and turn it back on, playback starts from the beginning of the data which was stopped.

Playing selected data

You can select and play audio data transferred from a PC or data recorded with the unit.

(For the recording procedure, see pages 33, 34 and 36.)

1 Press the POWER button to turn the power on (see page 8).

POWER

2 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "FOLDER", and press it.

4 Within 10 seconds, select data.

+ or -: Select a folder or data.

▶▶I : Open the selected folder.

◀◀ : Return to the previous level.

5 Within 10 seconds, press the ▶II button.

■ About folder tree

graph TD
    A["Root"] --> B["VOICE"]
    B --> C["FM"]
    C --> D["Recorded FM radio programmes"]
    B --> E["LINE-IN"]
    E --> F["Data recorded via LINE IN"]
    B --> G["MIC"]
    G --> H["Data recorded with the microphone"]

This product supports:

• Up to 50 folders (including the "VOICE", "FM", "LINE-IN" and "MIC" folders).
• Up to 550 files.
• Up to 30 characters as a folder name.
  ● Up to 30 characters as a file name.

Note:

Data recorded with the unit are named automatically as follows.

FM radio recordings: F001.mp3, F002.mp3...F999.mp3

Line-in recordings: L001.mp3, L002.mp3...L999.mp3

Microphone recordings: M001.mp3, M002.mp3...M999.mp3

(Maximum number: 999)

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Listening to the FM radio

■ Tuning

FM aerial:

The earphone lead works as an FM aerial. Keep it as straight as possible.

Changing the FM area:

The tuner is set to receive frequencies for broadcasting in Europe when shipped from the factory. You can change the FM area to USA (see page 32).

SHARP

1 Press the POWER button to turn the power on (see page 8).

2 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "FM TUNER", and press it.

4 Move the menu button toward + or - to select "Searching".

5 Move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to tune in to the desired station.

Manual tuning:

Move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ as many times as required to tune in to desired station.

Auto tuning:

When the menu button is held toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ for more than 0.5 seconds, scanning will start automatically and the tuner will stop at the first receivable broadcast station.

Notes:

• When FM radio interference occurs, auto scan tuning may stop automatically at that point.
  ● Auto scan tuning will skip weak signal stations.
• To stop auto tuning, move the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶▶ again.

After use:

Hold down the POWER button for 2 seconds to enter the power stand-by mode.

■ Memorising a station

You can store 30 FM stations in memory and recall them at the push of a button. (Preset tuning)

1 Tune in to the desired station. (Perform steps 1 - 5 in "Tuning" on page 29.)
2 Press the menu button to enter the preset tuning saving mode.

3 Within 5 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select the preset channel number.

Preset channel number

4 Within 5 seconds, press the menu button to store that station in memory.

5 Repeat steps 1 - 4 to set other preset stations, or to change a preset station.

When a new station is stored in memory, the station previously memorised will be erased.

■ To recall a memorised station

1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Tuning" on page 29. 2 Move the menu button toward + or - to select "Preset".

3 Move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select the desired station.

Deleting stored stations:

1 Display a station to delete and press the menu button.
2 Move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶I to select "Yes", and press it.

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Listening to the FM radio (continued)

■ Storing stations automatically (auto scan)

With this function, the auto tuning memorises the received stations automatically. The unit will stop after scanning the full range of frequencies and storing stations.

1 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ to select "SETUP", and press it.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "FM", and press it.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "AutoRecord", and press it.

5 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "On", and press it.

● The setting is completed.
● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

6 Perform steps 2 - 4 in "Tuning" on page 29.

7 Hold the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ for more than 0.5 seconds.

• Scanning will start automatically and the tuner will stop at the first receivable broadcast station.
• The unit receives and stores stations with strong signals.

To cancel auto scan:

Perform steps 1 - 4 and select "Off" in step 5.

Note:

Select "Off" for normal tuning.

■ Changing FM area

The tuner is set to receive frequencies for broadcasting in Europe when shipped from the factory. You can change the FM area to the USA.

1 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more. SOUND Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode. 2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward |◀◀ or ▶▶▶ to select "SETUP", and press it. SETUP 3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "FM", and press it. SETUP Playback RECORD FM

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "FM Area", and press it.

5 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ to select an FM area, and press it.

EUROPE And Other: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz U.S.A: 88 - 108 MHz

● The setting is completed.

● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

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Recording with the built-in microphone

Check the memory status beforehand (see page 42). If the memory is low, move some data to a PC to make some room.

SHARP MIC MIC

Note:

This microphone is monaural and omni-directional. However, it is recommended to direct it toward the source for better recording.

1 Press the POWER button to turn the power on (see page 8).

POWER

2 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "RECORD", and press it.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "RECORD MIC", and press it.

● Recording will be started.
- If the memory is low, "Disk Is Full! Can Not Record" appears (recording is not possible).

RECORD RECORD MIC RECORD LINE-IN ● 00:00:01 01:23:45 File name3 Recording...

Remaining recording time

To interrupt recording:

Press the menu button.

To resume recording, press the menu button again.

To stop recording:

Press the ▶■ button.

Data will be saved.

Note:

Data recorded with the unit are named automatically as follows.

FM radio recordings: F001.mp3, F002.mp3...F999.mp3

Line-in recordings: L001.mp3, L002.mp3...L999.mp3

Microphone recordings: M001.mp3, M002.mp3...M999.mp3 (Maximum number: 999)

Newly saved files are numbered sequentially following the largest number among the existing file names. It is recommended to delete or move files from one with the largest number. To transfer data to a PC, see "To use as a USB storage device" on page 43.

Recording from the external equipment

Check the memory status beforehand (see page 42). If the memory is low, move some data to a PC to make some room.

graph TD
    A["Audio cable (supplied)"] --> B["Big side To audio input socket"]
    B --> C["External equipment"]
    C --> D["SHARP Device"]
    D --> E["LINE IN HOLD"]

■ Manual recording

1 Connect the external equipment to the unit.
2 Press the POWER button to turn the power on (see page 8).

POWER

3 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "RECORD", and press it.

5 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "RECORD LINE-IN", and press it.

- Recording will be started. - If the memory is low, "Disk Is Full! Can Not Record" appears (recording is not possible).

Remaining recording time

6 Begin playback on the external equipment.

To interrupt recording:

Press the menu button. To resume recording, press the menu button again.

To stop recording:

Press the ▶II button. Data will be saved.

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Recording from the external equipment (continued)

■ Playback sound-actuated recording

The unit starts recording when a signal from LINE IN socket is detected (Synchronised recording).

1 Connect the external equipment to the unit.
2 Press the POWER button to turn the power on (see page 8).
3 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "SETUP", and press it.

5 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "RECORD", and press it.

SETUP

Playback

RECORD

FM

6 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Sync Record", and press it.

RECORD

Record Settings

Sync Record

7 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "On", and press it.

Sync Record

● The setting is completed.

● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

8 Perform steps 3 - 5 in the "Manual recording" section on page 34.

9 Begin playback on the external equipment. Recording starts.

To interrupt recording:

• When the external equipment is stopped, the data number increases by one and the unit will enter the synchronised recording pause mode. When playback is resumed, recording will also resume.
• If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, the data number increases by one and recording will be paused. When the unit receives sound again, recording automatically starts.
  ● A new data is created when recording resumes.

To stop recording:

Press the ▶II button.

To cancel synchronised recording:

After steps 3 - 6 on page 35, select "Off" in step 7.

Note:

Data recorded with the unit are named automatically as follows.

FM radio recordings: F001.mp3, F002.mp3...F999.mp3

Line-in recordings: L001.mp3, L002.mp3...L999.mp3

Microphone recordings: M001.mp3, M002.mp3...M999.mp3 (Maximum number: 999)

Newly saved files are numbered sequentially following the largest number among the existing file names. It is recommended to delete or move files from one with the largest number. To transfer data to a PC, see "To use as a USB storage device" on page 43.

Recording from the FM radio

Check the memory status beforehand (see page 42). If the memory is low, move some data to a PC to make some room.

SHARP ● MAC

1 Tune in to the desired station. (Perform steps 1 - 5 in "Tuning" on page 29.)

2 Press the ▶II button to start recording.

Remaining recording time

If the memory is low, "Disk Is Full! Can Not Record" appears (recording is not possible).

To interrupt recording:

Press the ▶□ button.

To resume recording, press the ▶■ button again.

To stop recording:

Press the menu button.

Data will be saved.

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Changing file size and sound quality for recording

With this product, you can change the sampling frequency, mode and bit rate to control file size or sound quality. The following are the default values for microphone, FM radio and line-in recording.

Default settings for "Mic"

"Sampling": 8,000 Hz, "Mode": Mono, "Encoder": PCM, "BitRate": N/A

Default settings for "FM" and "LineIn"

"Sampling": 44,100 Hz, "Mode": Stereo, "Encoder": MP3, "BitRate": 128 kbps

1 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "SETUP", and press it.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "RECORD", and press it.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Record Settings", and press it.

5 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "FM", "Mic" or "Lineln".

6 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select encoder.

7 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select the file format.

8

Repeat steps 6 - 7 for other setting.

For MP3:

Sampling	32,000 - 48,000 Hz(*1)
Mode	Stereo(*2) or Mono
BitRate	96 - 224 kbps(*1)

For PCM:

Sampling	8,000 - 32,000 Hz
Mode	Stereo(*2) or Mono
BitRate	——

(*1) "BitRate" cannot be set to 224 kbps when "Sampling" is 48,000 Hz.

(*2) Available for "FM" and "Lineln".

9

Within 10 seconds, press the menu button.

● The setting is completed.
● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.
- Settings are retained even after the power is turned off.

Sampling:

Indicates the number of samples of a sound that are taken per second when digitising sound. As the sample rate increases, sound quality improves and data volume grows.

Mode:

Select stereo or mono. Mono only for microphone. Select stereo normally for FM radio or line-in recording.

BitRate:

Indicates the number of bits taken per second when compressing digital sound. As the bit rate decreases, data volume reduces and sound quality lowers.

MP3:

When recording, you can compress sound in MP3 format.

PCM:

When recording, the sound is digitised but not compressed.

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Deleting selected data

1 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "FOLDER", and press it.

3 Within 10 seconds, select data.

• or -: Select a folder or data.
  ▶▶I: Open the selected folder.
  ◀◀ : Return to the previous level.

4 Press the menu button.

5 Move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "Yes", and press it.

• Select "No" to cancel.
  ● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

Caution:

Deleted data cannot be restored.

Changing default settings

■ About auto-power off

When the auto-power off is set, the unit turns off automatically after a time period in the stop mode. (The auto-power off does not work when listening to the FM radio.)

1 Press the POWER button to turn the power on (see page 8).

2 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "SETUP", and press it.

4 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "System", and press it.

5 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Turn Off", and press it.

6 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select a time period, and press it.

OFF: Auto-power off does not work.
1 - 5 Minute: In the stop mode, the unit turns off automatically after a set time period.
● The setting is completed.
● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

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Changing default settings (continued)

■ Changing the display contrast

You can change display contrast.

1 Perform steps 2 - 4 on page 40.
2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Contrast", and press it.
3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ to adjust contrast, and press it.
● The setting is completed.
● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

■ Changing the backlight lighting time

You can change lighting time of the display backlight.

1 Perform steps 2 - 4 on page 40.
2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Backlight", and press it.
3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ to adjust the lighting time, and press it.
OFF: Backlight remains off.
2 - 20 Second: Backlight illuminates for a set time period.
ON: Backlight remains on.
● The setting is completed.
● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

■ Restoring the default settings

You can restore all the default settings.

1 Perform steps 2 - 4 on page 40.
2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "RESTORE", and press it.

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Language

RESTORE

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "Yes", and press it.

• Select "No" to cancel.
  ● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

Caution:

This function resets the following settings: language, volume, equaliser, repeat play, intro scan, FM station, FM auto scan, FM area, synchronised recording, record settings, auto-power off, contrast, backlight, and sleep operation.

Checking memory status

You can check the memory status before starting long hours of recording, etc.

1 Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more.

Hold down the menu button for 0.5 seconds or more to return to the play mode.

2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀ or ▶▶ to select "SETUP", and press it.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Check Memory", and press it.

• Check the firmware version, memory capacity, and free space.
  ● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

SETUP
System
Check Memory

Check Memory
Version: xxxxx
Total: xxMB
Free: xxMB

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Advanced Features -Sleep operation/To use as a USB storage device-

Sleep operation

You will not forget to turn off the FM radio if you use sleep operation.

1 Perform steps 2 - 4 on page 40. 2 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward + or - to select "Sleep", and press it.

3 Within 10 seconds, move the menu button toward ◀◀◀ or ▶▶◀ to adjust the time, and press it.

1 - 3 Hour:

The unit turns off after the set time elapses.

Sleep operation does not work.

● The setting is completed.
● The playback screen returns after 10 seconds.

To cancel the sleep operation

Turn off the unit (see page 8).

To cancel without turning off the unit, perform steps 1 - 2 and select "OFF" in step 3.

Note:

After the sleep operation, the setting is cancelled.

To use as a USB storage device

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You can use the unit as a USB storage device as follows:

1 Connect the unit to a PC (see page 11).
2 Open "My Computer" and save the selected data to the unit (indicated as "Removable Disk").

Firmware update

■ Installing the update tool

If you use a PC running Windows Millennium Edition, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home Edition, install the upgrade tool as follows.

The installation is not necessary for Windows 98 Second Edition. (The upgrade tool is installed already.)

1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2 Open the "wa-mp100_50" folder on the CD-ROM and double-click "setup".
3 Click the "Next" button. The "License Agreement" screen appears.
4 Click the "Yes" button. The "Choose Destination Location" screen appears.
5 Click the "Next" button. The "Select Program Folder" screen appears.
6 Click the "Next" button. When the installation is completed, the "InstallShield Wizard Complete" screen appears.
7 Click the "Finish" button.

■ Updating the firmware

1 Visit our web site at http://sharp-world.com/worldwide/index.html and download a firmware update file.
2 Decompress the downloaded file.
3 Replace the file in "C:\Program Files\SHARP\WAMP100_50" with the decompressed file.
4 Connect the unit to a PC with the USB cable.
5 Start the update tool. From the "Start" menu, click "All Programs", "WA-MP100_50 Audio player", and then "Firmware Download".
6 Click the "Start" button.
- Check the box of "Format Data Area". All the data will be deleted. Move important data to a PC before updating the firmware.
- Update starts.

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Many potential "problems" can be resolved by the owner without calling a service technician. If something seems to be wrong with this product, check the following before calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre.

The unit does not turn on.

• Is the battery exhausted?
• Is the unit in the hold mode?
  ● Has condensation formed inside the unit?
• Is the unit being influenced by mechanical shock or by static electricity?

No sound is heard from the earphones.

• Is the volume set too low?
  ● Are the earphones correctly plugged in?

When the buttons are pressed, the unit does not respond.

• Is there playable audio data on the unit?
• Is the unit in the hold mode?
• Is the battery exhausted?
• Is the unit connected to a PC with the USB cable?

Sound skipping or loss.

● Is the battery exhausted?

The operation is unstable whilst the PC and the unit are connected.

• Are you using the USB cable that was purchased separately?
• Is the unit correctly connected to the PC? (See page 11.)

The USB connection display does not appear.

- Is the unit correctly connected to the PC? (See page 11.)

The FM radio makes unusual noises continuously.

- Is a TV or computer near the unit?

The display is difficult to see.

- Is the display contrast too low or too high? (See page 41.)

■ Resetting the unit

If the unit does not work properly, reset it as follows.

The unit may work properly.

1 Disconnect the USB cable.
2 Remove the battery.
3 Leave the unit completely unpowered for approximately 30 seconds.
4 Insert the battery.
5 Operate the unit.

If the unit still does not work properly, do as follows:

1 Disconnect the USB cable.
2 Remove the battery.
3 Holding down the POWER button, connect the unit to a PC.
4 Keep holding the POWR button and from the "Start" menu, click "All Programs", "WA-MP100_50 Audio player" and then "Firmware Download" to start the update tool.
5 Release the POWER button.
6 Proceed to the firmware update procedure (see page 44).
7 Insert the battery.
8 Operate the unit.

Error messages

Maintenance

■ Cleaning

When the unit becomes dirty

Clean it with a soft cloth. When the unit is excessively dirty, use a soft cloth dampened in water (external surfaces only).

Clean the plugs and the connecting sockets.

If the plugs or sockets are dirty, noise may be heard. Cleaning will prevent noise.

Illustration of five different types of electrical connectors with sparkles, no text or symbols present

Caution:

• Do not use chemicals for cleaning (petrol, paint thinner, etc.). It may damage the cabinet finish.
• Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit. It may cause malfunctions.

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As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

Power source:	DC 1.5 V: "AAA" size alkaline battery (LR03 or similar) x 1DC 5 V: USB bus power
Dimensions:	Width: 54 mm (2-2/16")Height: 56 mm (2-2/16")Depth: 14 mm (0-9/16")
Weight:	41 g (1.5 oz.) without battery
Sockets:	Earphones (impedance: 32 ohms)USB portLine-input socket (150 mV)
Frequency response:	20 - 20,000 Hz
Output power:	5 mW + 5 mW (earphones: 32 ohms)(maximum output level)
Battery life:(alkaline battery)	Continuous recording:MIC: Approx. 8 hoursLINE-IN: Approx. 3 hoursFM: Approx. 4 hoursContinuous play: Approx. 15 hours
Frequency range:	FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz

Storage media:	512 MB Flash Memory (WA-MP50H)1 GB Flash Memory (WA-MP55H)
Digital Rights Management:	Windows Media DRM 9
Playback format:	MP3 (MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer 3), bit rate: 8 - 320 kbpsWMA (Windows Media Audio), bit rate: 5 - 320 kbps
Recording format:	MP3 (bit rate: 96 - 224 kbps, sampling frequency: 32 - 48 kHz)PCM (sampling frequency: 8 - 32 kHz)
PC interface:	Compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1
System requirements:	Pentium 133 MHz or higherCD-ROM drive10 MB free hard disk spaceMicrosoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition/Millennium Edition/2000Professional/XP Professional/XPHome Edition standard installation

Notes:

• A combination of sampling frequency and bit rate differs depending on audio format.
• Continuous playback: At 64 kbps, in WMA format (earphone output: 5 mW + 5 mW, backlight: set to "OFF", equaliser: set to "Normal")
  ● Continuous recording: Microphone recording (PCM), 8,000 Hz Line-in recording (MP3), 44,100 Hz, 128 kbps FM radio recording (MP3), 44,100 Hz, 128 kbps
  ● Actual battery life will vary with use.
• The values are the standard values when the unit is used at an ambient temperature of 25^ (77°F).

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