Micro-Clip MP3 Player with Random Playback MP550-1G MP550-2G Instruction Manual Please read this manual carefully before operation
Precautions 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.
Precautions 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.
Precautions 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.
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning: Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Important Safety Instructions This plug will only fit into the power outlet in one direction. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the direction of the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 12.
Important Safety Instructions 16. Power Lines: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. 17.
Table of Contents Precautions.................................................................. 2 Important Safety Instructions............................... 5 Table of Contents........................................................ 8 Package Contents...................................................... 9 Features........................................................................ 10 Getting Started.......................................................... 11 Controls at a Glance.....................
Package Contents Please make sure that the items shown below are included in the package. Should an item be missing, please contact the local retailer from which you purchased this product. 1 2 3 4 1. MP550 2. Stereo Earphones 3. USB Cable 4. Instruction Booklet www.cobyusa.
Features Integrated flash memory Plays MP3 and WMA digital music files Random (shuffle) music playback Hold feature prevents accidental key presses Mobile data storage function USB 2.
Getting Started Controls at a Glance 1. Play/Pause: Press Joystick Power On/Off: Press and Hold Joystick 2. Volume Up 3. Previous/Reverse 4. Next/Forward 5. Volume Down 6. LED Status Indicator 7. Headphone Output Jack 8. USB Port 9. Random Switch 10. Hold Switch 1 4 2 5 9 7 8 3 10 6 www.cobyusa.
Getting Started Powering Your Player Your player has an integrated rechargeable battery. Typical music playtime is up to 5 hours. Upon initial use, the battery should be charged fully (12 hours) to ensure optimal performance and battery life. Music play time is an estimated value. Actual play time may vary depending on encoding method used and other factors. Charging Your Player Your player can be charged through a PC USB connection.
Getting Started Turning Your Player On/Off To turn your player on, hold indicator lights up. until the LED To turn your player off, hold indicator darkens. until the LED Locking/Unlocking Your Player’s Keys (Hold) When engaged, the Key Lock feature disables your player’s controls to prevent accidental key presses when it is in your pocket or bag. To lock the player, slide the HOLD switch to the left in the direction of the “HOLD >” symbol.
Playing Music Music Playback Controls Use the following controls during music playback. The LED indicator will flash during music playback. Key Action Press Function Start/Pause music playback. While playback is paused, press to resume. Press Play the previous track. Press Play the next track. Hold Reverse through the current track. Hold Fast-forward through the current track. Press Decrease the volume level. Press Increase the volume level.
Playing Music Random Playback (Shuffle) Your player can play all music files on your player in Normal (repeat) or Random order. To play tracks in normal (repeat) order, set the RANDOM switch to the Repeat [ ] position. To play tracks in random order, set the RANDOM switch to the Random [ ] position. www.cobyusa.
Connecting to a Computer Connect the Coby player to a computer with the USB cable provided to: Transfer files to and from your player Perform basic file management functions. Upon connection: Your computer will automatically recognize the player as a Removable Disk. An icon representing your player will appear under “Devices with Removable Storage” when you open “My Computer”.
Connecting to a Computer If you need further assistance with transferring and managing files, please refer to your operating system’s instruction manual or on-screen help. If you are using media management software such as iTunes, Winamp, or Windows Media Player, please refer to their documentation for support. Do not disconnect or otherwise interrupt the player during file transfer—this could damage or corrupt the player’s firmware or your files.
Connecting to a Computer 2. Safely Remove Hardware: Select “USB Mass Storage Device” from the list that appears and then click on “Stop”. Stop a Hardware Device: Select “USB Mass Storage Device” from the list that appears and then click on “OK”. 3. When the “Safe to Remove Hardware” window appears, click the OK button and disconnect the USB cable from the player and your computer. Macintosh OS X 1. On the left side of the Finder Window, identify the appropriate Removable Disk icon. 2.
Windows Media Player You can use Windows Media Player and a USB connection to manage your music media library with Microsoft Windows XP or newer. The latest version of Windows Media Player can be downloaded from the Microsoft website: www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/default.mspx Please refer to the Quick Start Guide included with your player for more information.
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.
Troubleshooting 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 56-65 Rust Street Maspeth, NY 11378 Email techsupport@cobyusa.com Web www.cobyusa.
Troubleshooting 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/Lock switch is disengaged. There is no sound during playback. Check the volume level. Ensure that the headphones are attached securely to the player.
Troubleshooting 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 player has malfunctioned. Try updating the player’s firmware. Please refer to the Firmware Upgrades section of this manual for instructions. www.cobyusa.
Specifications Display Type LED Indicator Memory Integrated Memory MP550-1G: 1GB Flash MP550-2G: 2GB Flash Audio Format Support MP3, WMA (>64kbps, Class 1) DRM Support -- Song Info Support -- PC Interface USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (MSC) Plug and Play Support Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP or newer Mac OS X Audio Output 3.5mm Stereo (Headphone) Signal-to-Noise Ratio 90dB Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz Power Supply Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery USB Charge Unit Dimensions 2.52” x 0.86” x 0.
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