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| Product Type | MP3 & Video Player with Touchscreen |
| Display | 2.8" TFT LCD, 320x240 pixels |
| Memory Capacity | 4GB, 8GB, or 16GB (model dependent) |
| Expandable Memory | miniSD card slot (supports up to 2GB) |
| Supported Audio Formats | MP3, WMA |
| Supported Video Formats | AVI (XviD) at 320x240, 30fps |
| Supported Photo Formats | JPG, BMP, GIF |
| Supported Text Formats | TXT |
| FM Radio | 87.5 – 108.0 MHz |
| PC Interface | USB 2.0 High-Speed |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable Lithium-Polymer |
| Charging Method | USB connection to computer (8 hours for full charge) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 2.2" x 4.0" x 0.6" (56 x 102 x 15 mm) |
| Weight | Approx. 85 g (with battery) |
| Power Source | Built-in rechargeable battery or USB power |
| Audio Output | 3.5mm stereo headphone jack |
| Controls | Touchscreen, physical buttons (volume, power, hold) |
| Included Accessories | USB cable, stereo earphones, protective pouch, stylus, instruction manual |
| Operating Systems Supported | Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Mac OS X |
| Main Functions | Music player, video player, photo viewer, FM radio, text reader, file explorer, calendar, clock, settings |
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USER MANUAL MP822 COBY
2.8" High-Resolution MP3 & Video Player with Touchscreen Controls
MP822-4G
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Instruction Manual Page 2
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Using the Touchscreen Controls ....8
Disabling the Controls (Hold) 8
GETTING STARTED 10
Charging the Battery 10
Charging with a Computer 10
Turning Your Player On/Off 11
Resetting the Player 11
Installing a miniSD Memory Card (optional) ... 11
MAIN MENU 13
Main Menu Controls 13
MUSIC MODE 14
Music Browser Controls 14
Now Playing Controls (Music Playback) ...... 15
Quick Option Menu 16
VIDEO MODE.... 19
Video Browser Controls 19
Video Playback Controls ....20
PHOTO MODE 22
Photo Browser Controls ....22
Photo Viewer Controls ....23
Quick Option Menu 23
Table of Contents
RADIO MODE 25
Radio Tuning Controls 25
Quick Option Menu 26
TEXT MODE ....28
Text Browser Controls ....28
Text Reader Controls ....29
Quick Option Menu 29
FILES MODE ....31
Explorer Controls 31
Quick Option Menu ....32
CALENDAR MODE ....34
CLOCK MODE 35
Setting Controls ....35
SETTING MODE ....36
Setting Options ....36
Language Select 36
Memory Information ....36
Version 37
Factory Setup.... 37
Personal Setup 37
Time Setup 37
Calibrate 38
TRANSFERRING FILES TO THE PLAYER ......39
Connecting to a Computer....39
Transferring Files 40
Microsoft Windows 40
Macintosh OS X 40
Table of Contents
Disconnecting from a Computer 41
Microsoft Windows 41
Macintosh OS X 41
Coby Media Manager ....42
Microsoft Windows Installation ....42
Macintosh OS X Installation ....43
VIDEO CONVERSION ....44
FIRMWARE UPGRADES 45
SAFETY NOTICES 46
TROUBLESHOOTING ....51
FEATURES 54
SPECIFICATIONS ....55
Package Contents
Congratulations on your purchase of a Coby MP822 Video MP3 Player. This package contains the following items:

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USB Cable
✦ Instruction Manual
✦ Professional Stereo Earphones
Protective Pouch
Should one of the above items be missing, please contact the retailer from whom you purchased this product.

Top View
- Neckstrap Insert
- USB Port
Connect to a computer to transfer media files to the player.
- 3.5mm Headphone Jack
Left View
- Menu Navigation: Up
- Menu Navigation: Down
- Stylus
Front View
- Speaker
- LCD Touchscreen
Tap the display with your finger to activate the on-screen control.
- OK Button
Bottom View
- Reset Button
- miniSD Card Slot
Load a miniSD memory card here to upgrade the memory capacity of the player.
Right View
12. Power Button
★ Press and hold to power the player on/off.
13. Volume Button
14. Menu/Hold Button
- Press and hold to disable the player controls. Press again to re-enable.
Using the Touchscreen Controls
Your video MP3 player comes equipped with an easy-to-use touchscreen which allows access to the player's functions. Use your finger tip or the stylus to tap the area of the screen where a control icon is displayed. If you tap and hold an icon, it will register as a continuous button press.

To avoid damaging the screen, do not touch it with excessive force or with any object other than your finger or the stylus. For best response, make sure your hands are clean before using the touchscreen controls.
Disabling the Controls (Hold)
When the Hold button is engaged, the player's controls are disabled.
To disable the controls, press and hold the
- Open the player as you would an external disk drive, and enter the Explorer folder.
◆ Copy the Mac OSX Coby Media Manager folder to your computer.
Double-click on the file called “coby-mediamanager.dmg” to begin installing the software. Follow the prompts onscreen to complete installation and launch Coby Media Manager.

Once installed, Coby Media Manager contains an internal help menu which will guide you in using the software. Please refer to this menu after installation if you need further assistance.
Video Conversion
For movie and music synchronisation and conversion, please use “Coby Media Manager” software supplied on the player.
Coby Media Manager manual is also included on your player.
Firmware Upgrades
From time to time, COBY may release firmware upgrades to improve the performance of the Player or to add additional features. Please check the COBY website periodically at www.cobyusa.com to see if new firmware has been released for your player. If you are experiencing abnormal behavior with your player, you may choose to restore (format) your player before updating its firmware.

Do not interrupt the firmware upgrade process—doing so could damage your player and render it inoperable.
See the documentation that is included with the firmware upgrade file for detailed instructions.


The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the serial number that is located on the rear of the unit. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this device to rain or moisture. Dangerous high voltage is present inside the enclosure. Do not open the cabinet.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot of outlet and fully insert.
WARNING: Handling the cords on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
NOTICE:
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft.
Content owners use Windows Media digital rights management technology (WMDRM) to protect their intellectual property, including copyrights. This device uses WMDRM software to access WMDRM-protected content. If the WMDRM software fails to protect the content, content owners may ask Microsoft to revoke the software's ability to use WMDRM to play or copy protected content. Revocation does not affect unprotected content. When you download licenses for protected content, you agree that Microsoft may include a revocation list with the licenses. Content owners may require you to upgrade WMDRM to access their content. If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade.
Protect your hearing:
Hearing experts advise against the constant use of personal stereos played at high volume. Constant exposure to high volumes can lead to hearing loss. If you should experience ringing in the ears or hearing loss, discontinue use and seek medical advice.
Note: If the product suddenly has no response or powers off, an electrostatic discharge may be the cause. In this circumstance, please follow the procedures below for recovery:
- Turn off the unit by pushing and holding the slide button at the right (Power off position) for 15 seconds.
- Turn on the unit again

For recycling or disposal information about this product, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.
FCC Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Important Safety Instructions
- Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
- Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
- Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
- Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should be followed.
- Cleaning: Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
- Attachments: Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer. Use of other attachments may be hazardous.
- Water and Moisture: Do not use this product near water (e.g., near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in wet basements, or near a swimming pool and the like).
- Ventilation: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer instructions have been adhered to.
- Power Sources: This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
- Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
- Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may tap dangerous voltage points or shout-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
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Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) when the power-supply or plug is damaged; b) if liquid has been spilled or if objects have fallen into the product; c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water; d) if the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation; e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way; f) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates a need for service.
- Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure that your service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
- Safety Check: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.
- Heat: The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
If you have a problem with this device, please read the troubleshooting guide below and check our website at www.cobyusa.com for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and firmware updates. If these resources do not resolve the problem, please contact Technical Support.
Address COBY Electronics Technical Support
150 Knowlton Way
Savannah, GA 31407
Email techsupport@cobyusa.com
Web www.cobyusa.com
Phone 800-727-3592: Weekdays 8:30AM–9:00PM EST
Saturdays 9:00AM–5:30PM EST
718-416-3197: Weekdays8:00AM-5:30PM EST
The player does not turn on.
◆ Ensure that the player is fully charged. Try charging the player overnight (8 hours).
◆ Ensure that the Power switch is set to the “On” position.
Reset the player (use a paper clip to gently press the Reset button on the rear of the player) and try again.
The buttons do not work.
◆ Ensure that the Hold switch is disengaged.
Reset the player (use a paper clip to gently press the Reset button on the rear of the player) and try again.
I cannot transfer files to the player.
◆ Ensure that your computer is running a supported operating system.
If using a USB extension cable, ensure that it is securely attached to the player and the PC, or try using another USB cable.
If you have connected the player through a USB hub, try connecting the player directly to your computer.
Ensure that the player's memory capacity is not full.
◆ Ensure that the Hold switch is disengaged.
There is no sound during playback.
◆ Check the volume level.
◆ Ensure that the headphones are attached securely to the player.
The sound quality of the music is poor.
Try playing the file on your computer. If the sound quality is still poor, try downloading the file again or re-encoding the file yourself.
◆ Ensure that the bit rate of the file is not too low. The higher the bit rate of the file, the better it will sound. The minimum recommended bitrate is 128kbps for MP3s and 96kbps for WMAs.
♦ Try lowering the volume of the player.
◆ Ensure that the headphones are attached securely to the player.
The player will not play my music file.
◆ Ensure that the file is in a compatible format.
The file may be copy-protected and you no longer have authorization to play this file. If you feel this is in error, please contact the service from which you downloaded the file.
The LCD characters are corrupted or something is wrong with the display.
◆ Ensure that the correct menu language has been set.
Reset the player (use a paper clip to gently press the Reset button on the rear of the player) and try again.
The player has malfunctioned.
Reset the player (use a paper clip to gently press the Reset button on the rear of the player) and try again.
Try updating the player's firmware. Please refer to the Firmware Upgrades section of this manual for instructions.
Features
✦ Integrated flash memory
Intuitive touchscreen control (stylus included)
2.8" TFT display
◆ Plays music, video, photos and text
miniSD card slot for easy memory capacity upgrades (miniSD card not included)
ID3 and LRC support for song and synchronized lyric information display
♦ Integrated FM radio
USB 2.0 hi-speed for fast file transfers
| Display Type 2.8” Full-Color TFT @ 320x240 | |
| Memory MP822-4G: 4GB FlashMP822-8G: 8GB FlashMP822-16G:16GB Flash | |
| Audio Format Support MP3, WMA | |
| Video Format Support MPEG-4 (AVI/XviD): 320x240@30fps | |
| Photo Format Support JPG, GIF, BMP | |
| Text Format Support TXT | |
| DRM Support -- | |
| Song Info Support ID3, Windows Media | |
| FM Frequency Range 87.5 - 108.0MHz | |
| PC Interface USB 2.0 | |
| Plug and Play Support Windows 2000/XP/VistaMacintosh OS X | |
| Audio Output 3.5mm Stereo (Headphone) | |
| Power Supply | Rechargeable Lithium-PolymerBatteryUSB Charge |
| Unit Dimensions | 2.2" x 4.0" x 0.6" (WHD) |
Design, specifications and manual are subject to change without notice.
Índice
ÍNDICE 56
CONTENIDOS DEL PAQUETE 59
CONTROLES DE UN VISTAZO ......60
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Email techsupport@cobyusa.com
Web www.cobyusa.com
Phone 800-727-3592: Weekdays 8:30AM–9:00PM EST Saturdays 9:00AM–5:30PM EST 718-416-3197: Weekdays 8:00AM–5:30PM EST
Coby Electronics Corporation
1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite 301
Lake Success, NY 11042
www.cobyusa.com
www.ecoby.com
Coby is a registered trademark of
Coby Electronics Corporation.
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