MP-F72 - Portable audio player MPMAN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MP-F72 MPMAN

V. Useful Features 12
VI. Safe Removal Procedure 13
VII. Additional Information 14

1. Installing Battery 14
2. Accessories 14
3. Precautions 15
4. Troubleshooting 16
5. Technical Specifications 17
   6.Care and Maintenance 18

Key Features

• Digital Audio Player

• Supports MP3 and WMA.

• Supports WAV format (ADPCM Encoding)

• USB interface for upload and download files (USB 1.1)

• Firmware Upgradeable

• Provides the latest updated features via free downloads from our website and upgradeable to other digital music format if available.

• IFull Graphic LCD for displaying information with blue backlight.
  FM Tuner function with memory function (Preset channel).
  6 Equalizing Patterns
  FM Tuner recording function.
  Built-in microphone for Voice Recording Function (High, Normal and Low Quality selectable).

• Programmable Music Playlist.
• Low battery level indicator.
• The Digital Audio Player will power off automatically if the player is idle for about 3 minutes.
• Support for Win98SE (Installation of driver is required), Win ME, Win 2000 and Win XP.

Key Features

Part I Position

Part II Function Keys

II	Play / Pause button
■	Stop button
+	Increase volume / move up button.
-	Decrease volume / move down button
«	Backward / Rewind button
»	Forward / Next button
HOLD	Hold button
NAVI	Navigation / Enter button
MODE	Mode button
EQ/ Record / Equalizer / Repeat button
AUTO	Auto button (for FM Radio mode)
PRESET	Preset button (for FM Radio mode)
MONO	Mono button (for FM Radio mode)

Part III LCD Windows

Operation

Part I. Installing the "DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYER" CD software in your computer

For Windows 98SE: The USB mass storage function will not be activated without driver installation. To activate the USB mass storage function, please use the installation CD-ROM to install the driver. For Windows ME, Windows 2000 or Windows XP: Windows can detect

Audio player without installing the CD software automatically after connection with the USB port is established.

If you are connecting your player to your computer for the first time, please follow these instructions: (For Windows 98SE)

1. Insert the Installation CD-ROM into the CD Drive. The Auto run program will start to install the player driver automatically.

Hint: If the Install Shield Wizard does not start, please run the Setup.exe under your CD-ROM Drive directory. Double click Setup.exe.

1. Follow the on screen instruction to install the player driver.

Install the player driver under the preset directory.

Warning: DO NOT change the preset installation path. Otherwise, the player driver cannot run properly.

1. When installation is completed, to the folder of programs.

the new program will be added

Part III. To begin listening

a. Insert the earphone plug into earphone jack of player and press button.
b. Press MODE button once and MAIN MENU (MUSIC PLAYER, NAVIGATION, FM RADIO, VOICE RECORDER) will appear on the LCD screen

c. You can press or button to scroll different modes of "MUSIC PLAYER" or "NAVIGATION" or "FM RADIO" or "VOICE REORDER", and press NAVI button to confirm the selection.

Part IV. Listening

To listen to the MP3/WMA/ FM recording file or run the programmed list, you may go to MUSIC PLAYER mode.

1. MUSIC PLAYER
2. a. Press MODE button to select the "MUSIC PLAYER" and press NAVI button to confirm the selection

b. Press button to play or pause during playing music
c. Press button to stop
d. Press and hold button to turn off the player
e. Scroll up + to increase the volume and scroll down - to decrease the volume
f. Press to select the next track and to select the previous track
g. Press and hold for fast rewind and press and hold for fast forward
h. Switch HOLD button to lock all buttons and all buttons will not have function after locking

i. EQ button

Press and hold EQ button while playing music to display the current EQ, the current [EQ] icon will change the background color. Then press EQ button again to select the six EQ modes [NORM, ROCK, UBASS, JAZZ, CLASS, POP] icon. The program will quit the EQ mode if no consecutive key pressed

j. Repeat Button

Press the / EQ / button once to toggle different repeat mode functions:

• Randomly play all files in the player and stop
• Randomly play all files in the player repeatedly

Play a single file repeatedly

Play all files in the player repeatedly

Edit and play one section repeatedly. Press NAVI button once to start with point A and press NAVI button again to end with point B.

Play program list file and stop (only be activated upon playlist is created)

Play program list file repeatedly (only be activated upon playlist is created)

k. Play the Playlist

Once the playlist is created (please refer to NAVIGATION mode for

detail), press EQ button to select or icon. Then press button and press button again to start playing the music according to the programmed playlist

Remark:

If the player stops during MUSIC PLAYER mode or VOICE REORDER mode, it will automatically shut off after about 3 minutes.

2. NAVIGATION

You may search file, delete file and program the playlist in "NAVIGATION"

mode.

a. Press MODE button to select the "NAVIGATION" and press NAVI button

to confirm. Alternatively, you can simply press NAVI button to enter the

function of "NAVIGATION" during "MUSIC PLAYER" mode

b. The LCD displays the music files in folders and files
c. Scroll up + to move up in the list and scroll down - to move down in the list
d. Push to enter a folder and to quit after selected the music file

Listen to the selected song/ file

Press button or NAVI button to play

CLEAR FILE / CLEAR LIST

Press button and a dialogue box [DELETE FILE / CLEAR LIST] icon will show on the LCD screen. Scroll up + or scroll down - to toggle the confirmation. Then another dialogue box [YES / NO] icon will appear. Push

or to select and press NAVI button to confirm.

If [YES] icon is selected, LCD will display [File deleted] or [List deleted] icon.

Remark:

• You cannot delete the file while music is playing
• [Operation Fail] icon: The file in the folder is protected so that you cannot delete the file inside folder. These files can only be deleted through the computer, not by the MP3 unit itself.

Program the Playlist

• Press EQ button once, a number will be displayed adjacent to the song
  name [01], [02], [03]...etc. Press EQ button again to confirm, then the
  number will disappear and the song is stored in the playlist
• If more than one song is stored in the playlist, before pressing EQ button to confirm, you can scroll up + or scroll down - to change the playlist order number.
• Press MODE button to quit

Note: You cannot program the same music file on the Playlist more than once.

3. FM RADIO

You may set the whole FM radio band, listen to the radio or record file of FM radio program; please go to FM Radio mode.

a. Press MODE button to select the FM RADIO and press NAVI button to confirm.
b. Setting the FM band by auto scanning or manual present

Auto scanning the whole FM band

• If the [PRESET] icon is on, then press PRESET button to remove it.
• Press and hold AUTO button to start auto scanning the whole FM band.

[AUTO SCAN] icon and Channel number icons [C01], [C02] ~ [C10]... will be shown on LCD.

Each FM station detected will be stored in the 10-preset memory (previously preset channel will be overwritten by new FM station detected). Only the last 10 FM stations will remain in the memory.

Manual preset FM band

• If the [PRESET] icon is on, then press PRESET button to remove it.
• Push to increase FM frequency. The unit will start Fast Forward Scan function if you push and hold for a longer time. The unit will stop when next FM station is detected
• Push to decrease FM frequency. The unit will start Fast Backward Scan function if you push and hold is pressed and held for a longer time. The unit will stop when next FM station is detected
• Press button once, then [STORE] icon and Channel number icons e.g. [C01] will be shown on LCD.
• Push to increase Channel Number.
• Push decrease Channel Number.
• Press PRESET button again to store this FM frequency in selected channel number. (The [STORE] icon will be turned off)

c. Operating with preset channel

• Press PRESET button to turn on the [PRESET] icon.
• Push to increase the preset channel by 1.
• Push to decrease the preset channel by 1.

d. Operating with Stereo

• Press and hold MONO button to toggle [STEREO] icon ON and OFF. When [STEREO] icon is OFF, the Mono effect is selected. If the FM signal is weak, then it will receive the signal in Mono and the [STEREO] icon will turn off.

e. FM Radio Recording

• Press the / EQ / button to start recording.
• Press the button to stop recording.
• The recorded file is saved as WAV format in the Tuner folder.
• To play a recorded file, enter to the NAVIGATION mode and select a Tuner file in the [TUNER/] folder, press button to play.

Note:

Volume is not controlled during recording.

FM recording files can only be deleted through the computer, not by the MP3 unit itself.

4.VOIDER

You may record and listen the voice file in VOICE REORDER mode.

a. Press MODE button to select the VOICE RECORDER mode and press

NAVI button to confirm

b. Voice recording

• Press the EQ button to start recording.

-Press the button to stop recording.

• The recorded file is saved as WAV format in the VOICE folder.

c. Play the Recorded File

• Press button to listen the recorded file

• Press button to stop

• Push to select next recorded file

• Push to select previous recorded file.

Note: Volume is not controlled during recording. Voice recording files can only be deleted through the computer, not by the MP3 unit itself.

Part V. Useful Features

Setting Mode

a. Press and hold the MODE button, the Setting Mode Menu will be shown on LCD.
b. Push or to select different setting options (PLAYLIST, RECENTRESOLUTION, CONTRAST, EQUALIZER, PLAY TIMER, LIGHT TIMER)
c. Press NAVI button to confirm.
d. Scroll up + or scroll down - to change the setting, except for CONTRAST which needs to push or to change the setting.
e. Press NAVI button to confirm this selection.
f. Press MODE button again to quit the Setting Mode Menu i.e. return to normal operation.

1. PLAYLIST MODE

To view or CLEAR ITEM / CLEAR LIST of programmed playlist, please go

to PLAYLIST mode.

a. Press and hold MODE button to select PLAYLIST mode and press NAVI to confirm.
b. Clear a music file of PLAYLIST or whole PLAYLIST

• Scroll up + or scroll down - to select the file you want to delete
• Press button, a dialogue box [CLEAR ITEM or CLEAR LIST] icon will show on the LCD. Then scroll up + or scroll down - to select your choice.
• Press NAVI button to confirm and a dialogue box [YES or NO] icon will be shown on the LCD
• Push or to select your choice.

• Press NAVI button to confirm deleting or not.

• REC RESOLUTION MODE: To select voice recording resolution [HIGH / NORMAL / LOW].

• CONTRAST MODE: To adjust LCD contrast level.
• EQUALIZER MODE: To select different music equalizers effect [NORM] / [ROCK] / [UBASS] / [JAZZ] / [CLASS] / [POP].
• PLAY TIMER MODE: To select [ELAPSED TIME] or [REMAINING TIME] indicator
• LIGHT TIMER MODE: To select time duration [OFF] / [5 sec] / [10 sec] / [15 sec] of LCD backlight.

Part VI. Safe Removal Procedure

a. Double click the "Safe Removal" icon; the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" window will pop up. You can select the device you want to remove. Then, click the "Stop" button. Press OK to confirm devices to be stopped.

b. Then unplug the USB cable on the Digital Audio Player.

Note: If you do not follow the safe removal procedure in Windows ME, Windows 2000 and Windows XP system, it may cause data lost due to the write cache issue.

Part VII. Additional Information

1. Installing Battery

1. Slide and open the battery compartment door
2. Insert the battery with correct polarity.
3. Close the battery compartment door

Remarks:

• To avoid battery leakage or corrosion, remove the battery from the player if the player is not to be used for a long time.
• Remove dead battery from the player immediately to avoid damaging the player.
• When corrosion occurs, wipe the battery compartment immediately with a dry cloth and insert a new battery.

2. Accessories

Earphone with sponge

USB cable

Installation CD

Carrying pouch

Neck strap

on CD

II. Precautions

Copyright

• Distributing copies of MP3 tracks without permission is a violation of the international copyright laws.

Safety

• Vibration experienced during walking or exercising will not affect the player. However, dropping the player or dropping a heavy object on the player may result in damage or sound distortion.
• Avoid spilling any liquid onto or into the player.
• Do not leave the player in a location near heat sources or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain, mechanical shock, or an unleveled surface or in a car with the windows closed during excessive heat.

On Headphones and Earphones

Road Safety

Do not use the headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headsets at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossing. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue to use in potentially hazardous situations.

Preventing hearing damage

Avoid using the headphones/earphones at high volume. Hearing Experts advice not to play the music in loud and long period continuously. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue to use it.

Consideration for others

Keep the volume at a moderate level. This allows you to hear the sound from outside and to be considerate to the people around you.

4. Trouble Shooting

Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms.

Symptom	Possible Reason	Actions
No Power	Check whether the battery is exhausted. Check whether the battery had been inserted properly.	Replace with a new battery. Re-insert the battery according to the polarity.
No Sound from earphones	Check whether the jack is detached from the unit Check whether VOLUME is set to "0" Check whether the battery is exhausted Check whether the plug is contaminated/oxidized. Corrupted MP3 or WMA file.	Re-insert the earphones again Increase the volume Replace with a new battery. Clean the jack Download the files again
Invalid Character on LCD	Incorrect Language Setting The language isn't supported	Set the correct Language in the Menu Mode Visit our web site to see whether a new revision firmware is released.
Poor FM Reception	Weak signal Electrical Interference by other electrical appliances	Adjust the position of Player and earphones Turn off the electrical appliances. Walk away from interference sources.
Failed to download or upload of MP3/WMA/WAV file	Check whether the battery is exhausted. Check the connection of USB cable Damaged USB cable Memory is full	Replace with a new battery. Re-plug the cable at both ends Replace a new USB cable Release some memory space by deleting some files.
Cannot record Voice or FM Tuner	Memory is full	Release some memory space by deleting some files.

III. Technical Specifications

Category	Item	Specification
Audio	Frequency Range	20Hz - 20KHz
	Headphone Output	20mW, 16ohm (Max.Vol)
	S/N Ratio	85dB (MP3)
File Support	File Type	MPEG 1/2/2.5 Layer 3, WMA, WAV (ADPCM)
	Bit Rate	8Kbps - 320 Kbps
	Tag Info	ID3 Tag
FM Tuner	FM Frequency range	87.5MHz - 108MHz
	Antenna	Headphone/Earphone Cord Antenna
Dimension		24.6mm x 87mm
Weight		Approx. 35g (Without battery)
Battery		1 AAA size Alkaline Battery
LCD		Full Graphic with 7-Color Backlight
Language		English
USB		USB 1.1
Built-in Memory		128MB
Max. Playtime		Approx. 10 hours (128Kbps, MP3)
Supported OS		Win ME, Win 2000, Win XP, Win 98SE (Driver is required)
Voice Recording		8 hours
Firmware Upgradeable		Yes (Except Win98SE)
Operating Temperature		-5 40

6. Care and Maintenance

Your Digital Audio Player is a precision electronic device, and should not be subjected to rough handling or exposed to extreme temperatures or moisture. Do not use chemical agents or liquids to clean the unit, as they may damage the plastic. Be sure to remove the batteries before cleaning the unit. Weak batteries should be replaced promptly, since they can leak and damage the player. Please also note the following, regarding the use of batteries. Caution: Use only alkaline or zinc carbon batteries. Do not mix different types of batteries or new and used batteries. Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Use only recommended batteries or equivalent. Be sure to observe the correct polarity when inserting the batteries. Worn out batteries should be removed from the unit promptly. Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.

Please retain this information for future reference.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical changes without notice in the interest of progress.

Declaration

Our company will not be responsible for any mistakes in this manual. Prior notices will not be given in case of any amendments within the manual. The mentioned trademarks and names are owned by the corresponding companies.

Microsoft Windows Media and Windows Logo are registered trademarks in the US and/or other countries. WinAmp and WinAmp logo are registered trademarks of Nullsoft Company. All other products are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their owners.

"The player may lock up or temporary lose its function due to electrostatic discharge or other electrical disturbance, but it resumes its normal function by resetting the device."