YP-R0 MP3 Player user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive a more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.
Using this manual • Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your MP3 player depending on the firmware installed. Some of the contents may be changed without prior notice. Icons used in this manual Icon • Your MP3 player and screens may differ from the illustrations in this manual. < > • To view the special features of your MP3 player, see "Special features of your MP3 player" on page 3. [ • To view troubleshooting, see "Troubleshooting" on page 48.
1 Safety information This manual describes how to properly use your new MP3 player. Read it carefully to avoid damaging the player and injuring yourself. Pay particular attention to the following serious warnings. PROTECT YOURSELF • Do not disassemble, repair, or modify this product on your own. • Do not get the product wet or drop it in water. If the product gets wet, do not switch it on because you could get an electric shock.
2 Safety information PROTECT YOURSELF • Using earphones or headphones for an extended time may cause serious damage to your hearing. If you are exposed to sound louder than 85db for an extended time, you may adversely affect your hearing. The louder the sound is, the more seriously damaged your hearing may be (an ordinary conversation is between 50 to 60 db and road noise is approximately 80 db).
Special features of your MP3 player Listen to true threedimensional sound with the Samsung Digital Natural Sound engine (DNSe™) Download and play highquality videos in various formats Play a slideshow with your pictures and use your player as a digital frame Use the text viewer to open and view text documents without corruption Listen to your favourite radio stations anytime Use memory cards to extend the capacity of your player and store more contents YP-R0
Contents 6 7 8 10 12 13 14 15 16 16 17 18 20 Use basic functions What's included Your MP3 player Connect to a PC and charge the battery Turn your player on and lock the buttons Access menus from the main menu screen Enter text Manage media files Download media files Supported file formats and PC requirements Download files with EmoDio Download files using your player as a removable disk Manage files 21 22 Play video and music VIDEOS 22 24 Play video files Use the video options 25 MUSIC 25 28 29
Contents 30 31 Use additional applications PICTURES 31 32 32 View pictures Play a slideshow Set a picture as a wallpaper 33 TEXTS 33 34 34 View text files Insert a bookmark Change the background style 35 FM RADIO 35 36 37 Listen to the FM radio Save radio stations Use the FM radio options 38 39 DATACASTS MICRO SD 39 40 Insert a memory card (optional) Manage files in a memory card 41 Customise settings 42 43 43 43 44 44 46 47 48 50 52 52 53 54 Settings Sound settings Display settings Langu
Use basic functions Learn to perform basic operations with your player. What's included .................................................................7 Your MP3 player .................................................................8 Connect to a PC and charge the battery...........................10 Turn your player on and lock the buttons ..........................12 Access menus from the main menu screen ......................13 Enter text ............................................................
7 What's included Check your product box for the following items: MP3 player Earphones USB cable Note • The items supplied with your player may appear different from the illustrations in this manual. • You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.
8 Your MP3 player Accessories hook Display n Navigation/ Selection button Back button Menu button Power/lock button User button Earphones jack Reset hole If your player is frozen or unresponsive, insert a pointed object (such as a toothpick or paper clip) into the reset hole. The system will be initialised. You can also reset your player by pressing and holding [ ] for more than 10 seconds.
Use basic functions > Your MP3 player Button functions Button Back n Function • Return to the previous screen • Return to the main menu screen (press and hold) Menu Open a list of options available in the current menu User • • • • Power/lock • Turn your player on and off (press and hold) • Lock the buttons Rewind 10 seconds during video playback Repeat a section of a track during music playback Zoom in on the picture screen Change the font size on the text screen n Scroll up, down, left, or righ
10 Connect to a PC and charge the battery Connect your player to a PC and charge the battery before you use your player for the first time or when you have not used it for a long time. Caution The rechargeable battery incorporated in this product is not user replaceable. For information on its replacement, please contact your service provider. Connect the smaller end of the USB cable to the USB connection port at the bottom of your player. Connect the larger end of the USB cable to the USB port of a PC.
Use basic functions > Connect to a PC and charge the battery About batteries • Charge and store the battery at 5˚ C ~ 35˚ C (41˚ F ~ 95˚ F). • Do not charge the battery for more than 12 hours or leave the battery fully discharged for a long time. Doing so may shorten the battery life. • Depending on how you use your player, actual battery life may vary and may be shorter than specified. Note • The charging time may differ depending on your PC’s capabilities.
12 Turn your player on and lock the buttons Turn your player on or off Press and hold [ ] to turn your player on or off. Note If you do not use your player for 5 minutes, it will automatically turn off. Lock or unlock the buttons Lock the buttons to prevent any unwanted operations while listening to music or playing videos. Press [ ] to lock or unlock the buttons. Note When the buttons are locked, will appear at the top of the screen.
13 Access menus from the main menu screen When you turn on your player, the main menu screen appears and you can access menus or functions from the main menu screen. Select menus from the main menu screen. ▲ Main menu screen In the main menu, use [n] to scroll to a menu you want and press [o]. Press [a] to scroll to an item and press [o]. Use the menu you select. Press [ ■ ] to return to the previous screen. Press and hold [ ] to return to the main menu screen.
14 Enter text Enter text using the virtual keyboard. To rename a playlist, for example: Select a music playlist, and then press [ ] and select . See page 28. Select a button which has a character you want to enter. ■ ■ To delete characters, select . To change the text input mode, press [ ]. Input field Press [o] once to enter "A" and twice to enter "B" Delete Insert a space Text input mode • : English (lowercase) • : English (uppercase) • : numbers When you are finished, select .
Manage media files Download media files to your player, and search for or delete files stored in your player. Download media files .........................................................16 Manage files .......................................................................
16 Download media files Download media files from a PC to your player. Supported file formats and PC requirements Supported files Menu Caution To avoid damage to your player and corruption of your files, do not disconnect the USB cable while files are being transferred. Supported files VIDEOS Video files MUSIC Music files PICTURES Image and picture files TEXTS Text files Note For supported file formats, see "Specifications" on page 50.
17 Manage media files > Download media files Download files with EmoDio You can easily download various media files with EmoDio. Note • For information about installing EmoDio on a PC, refer to the Quick Start Guide supplied with your player. • EmoDio will be regularly upgraded for peak performance. Some features of EmoDio may change without prior notice. Connect your player to a PC using the USB cable. ■ ■ See page 10 to connect the player to your PC.
18 Manage media files > Download media files Download files using your player as a removable disk If the USB connection is set to , a PC will recognise your player as a removable disk when you connect your player to the PC. To change the USB connection mode to , in the main menu, select → → → . Connect your player to a PC using the USB cable. On your PC, open and then the folder. Select a folder you want. Copy files from the PC to your player.
Manage media files > Download media files Disconnect your player from a PC Carefully follow the steps below when disconnecting your player from a PC to avoid data loss or damage to your player. Click on the Windows taskbar. Click the pop-up message. Unplug the USB cable from your player and the PC. Caution • To avoid damage to your player and corruption of your files, do not disconnect the USB cable while files are being transferred.
20 Manage files Search for files in folders and delete files from your player. Search for files In the main menu, select Select a folder from the list. Delete files . Select a folder from the list. Select a file you want to delete and press [ ]. Select . Select from the pop-up window. Scroll through the file list. Select a file you want.
Play video and music Transfer music and video files to your player using the EmoDio program or a removable disk, and then play high-quality video files and listen to music in excellent 3D surround sound. VIDEOS ..............................................................................22 MUSIC................................................................................
22 Play video files VIDEOS Play video files in your player. To download files, see "Download media files" on page 16. In the main menu, select . Select a video file from the list. ■ The screen changes to landscape mode. Control playback using the following buttons. See "Video playback screen.
23 Play video and music > VIDEOS Video playback screen Play a video from a chapter Press and hold [o] during video playback. Your player will split the video file into 15 chapters and capture still images from each chapter. When you select one of the still images, the video will begin playback from that point. 1 2 3 4 No.
Play video and music > VIDEOS Use the video options During video playback, press [ ]. Customise the following options. Option Brightness Description Adjust the brightness of the screen. DNSe Select appropriate sound effects for videos. Divide a video file into 15 chapters. You can select one of the chapters and start playback from that chapter.
25 Listen to music MUSIC Play music files stored in your player. To download files, see "Download media files" on page 16. Note If the file library is updated, your player will clear the list of files displayed in and . Music files are categorised in folders by type. You can easily find a music file you want. Music category Artists Function Display files by artist. Albums Genres Display files by album.
26 Play video and music > MUSIC Play music files In the main menu, select Music playback screen . 1 2 Select a music category. ■ To play the file you last played, select . 3 Select a file to play. Control playback by using the buttons. See "Music playback screen.
27 Play video and music > MUSIC Repeat a section of a track Apply a sound effect (DNSe) You can select a section of a track to repeat. Press [ ] at the beginning of the section you want to repeat. ■ displays at the top of the screen. Press [ repeat. ■ During music playback, press [ ]. Select . Select a sound effect you want. ■ ] at the end of the section you want to displays at the top of the screen. Your player repeats the marked section.
28 Play video and music > MUSIC Create your own playlists You can create your own playlist by adding music files you want. There are 5 default playlists. Delete music files from a playlist From the music category list, select . Add music files to a playlist From the music category list, select a file you want to add to a playlist and press [ ]. Select . Select a playlist to add the file. Select a playlist that has a file you want to delete.
29 Play video and music > MUSIC Use the music options During music playback, press [ ]. Option Customise the following options. Option Description Add the currently playing music file to the Add to Playlist playlist. DNSe Select appropriate sound effects for music. - : Change the repeat mode. - : Change the playback speed. - : Set the interval when you press [b] during music playback. Play Option Note Some files may not skip at the interval you selected.
Use additional applications Learn how to work with your player’s additional applications. PICTURES..........................................................................31 TEXTS ................................................................................33 FM RADIO ..........................................................................35 DATACASTS ......................................................................38 MICRO SD .....................................................................
31 View pictures PICTURES View pictures stored in your player. To download files, see "Download media files" on page 16. In the main menu, select . Browse pictures. File name Picture with no thumbnail information Select a picture you want. The picture displays on the full screen.
32 Use additional applications > PICTURES Play a slideshow View the picture. You can create and play a slideshow with your pictures. From the file list, press [ ]. Select . View pictures in a slideshow. To stop slideshow, press [ ]. Set a picture as a wallpaper From the file list, select a picture and press [ ]. To Move to the previous or next file Zoom in Do this Select . Press [l/r] Select from the pop-up window.
33 View text files TEXTS You can use the text viewer to view text files (.txt) stored in your player. To download files, see "Download media files" on page 16. In the main menu, select . Select a text file from the list. View the document. Percent of progress in the document File name Page bar To Do this Move to the previous or next page Press [l/r] Change the font size Press [ ] Note If you press [ ] on the text screen while a music file is playing or paused, the mini player will appear.
34 Use additional applications > TEXTS Insert a bookmark Change the background style You can insert a bookmark on the page you want and go to the bookmark to view that page of a document. You can change the background style of the text viewer. On the text screen, press [ ]. Go to the page you want to bookmark and press [ ]. Select and then . ■ A bookmark is inserted to the top left of the screen. Note • You can insert one bookmark per text file.
35 Listen to the FM radio FM RADIO You can listen to the FM radio as well as save radio stations. In the main menu, select . Press [b] to scan the radio stations. ■ ■ Press [l/r] to scroll through radio frequencies. Press and hold [l/r] to scan the available stations automatically. Listen to the FM radio. Note You must connect the earphones to your player to listen to the FM radio. The earphones serve as a radio antenna.
36 Use additional applications > FM RADIO Save radio stations You can save your favourite radio stations to easily access them. What is RDS? • Radio Data System (RDS) provides the reception and display of messages such as broadcasting information. The program information such as News, Sports or Music, or the broadcasting station information is displayed on the screen. • If the FM signal strength is weak, the RDS information may not be displayed. • RDS will be available only in Europe regions.
37 Use additional applications > FM RADIO Use the FM radio options Listen to a favourite radio station In Manual mode, press [ ]. Select . You can change options for using the FM radio. From the FM radio screen, press [ ]. Customise the following options. Option Go to Preset Mode* Go to Manual Mode** Add to Preset* Delete from preset** Auto Preset Saved favourite radio stations Description Switch to Preset mode Switch to Manual mode Save the current radio station.
38 In the main menu, select DATACASTS . Select a channel folder you want. When you have registered RSS addresses of your favourite news website, UCC, or blogs on EmoDio, you can view various contents. Note For more information about Datacasts, see the Help of EmoDio. What is RSS? RSS is a standardised XML file format used to publish and deliver to users or readers frequently-updated works, such as news or blog entries. Select the content you want to view. View the content.
39 Insert a memory card (optional) MICRO SD Open the cover of the memory card slot and insert a memory card. ■ Insert the memory card with the label side facing up. To store additional files, you must insert a memory card. You can search for files in the memory card and delete files from the memory card. Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place. ■ When the memory card is correctly inserted, menu screen.
Use additional applications > MICRO SD Manage files in a memory card Search for files Insert a memory card. In the main menu, select ■ . The list of folders saved in the memory card appears. Select a folder you want. Scroll up or down on the file list. Select a file you want. Note You cannot open files unsupported by your player. Delete files Select a folder you want from the inserted memory card. Select a file you want to delete and press [ ]. Select . Select from the pop-up window.
Customise settings Change your player’s settings to match your preferences. Settings ..............................................................................42 Sound settings ................................................................................... 43 Display settings .................................................................................. 43 Language settings .............................................................................. 43 Date and time settings .................
42 In the main menu, select Settings You can change your player’s settings. . Select a setting menu you want to customise. Menu Sound Description Set sound settings Display Set display settings Language Set language settings Date&Time Set the current time and date System Set system settings Select an option. Change the settings.
43 Customise settings > Settings Sound settings Display settings Menu Street Mode Audio Upscaler Menu Description Menu Design Change the style of the main menu screen. Select an effect for highlighting the selected item on Theme Color the list. Font Select a font type for the display text. Display Off Set how long the screen stays on when not in use. Time Brightness Adjust the brightness of the screen. Reset My Restore the wallpaper image.
44 Customise settings > Settings Date and time settings Set the current time and date. Scroll to a unit and press [a] to change the time or date. To save the time and date, press [o]. System settings Menu Description Enter personal information, such as your name and birthday. Note My Info Sleep Your name will be displayed on the screen when your player is turned on. On your birthday, the message "Happy birthday" will be displayed.
45 Customise settings > Settings Menu Description Check the DivX registration code for your player. Menu Note ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video. DivX Registration code ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content.
Appendix View the maintenance, specifications, and troubleshooting for your player. Maintenance of your player ................................................47 Troubleshooting ..................................................................48 Specifications .....................................................................50 Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)..........................52 Correct disposal of batteries in this product ......................
47 Maintenance of your player Carefully read the following to properly clean, store, or dispose of your player. Cleaning • When your player is dirty, wipe your player with a soft, clean and dry cloth. • Do not apply cleaners to your player's surface. This may cause damage or affect the performance of the player. • Do not clean your player with gasoline, benzene, thinner, WD-40, or other chemicals. This may cause damage to your player’s surface. Storing Store your player in a well-ventilated area.
48 Troubleshooting When you have a trouble using the player, try the following before contacting a service centre. Problem Solution • Your player will not turn on if the battery is completely drained. Recharge the battery My player will not turn on. and turn the player on again. • Press the reset button to reset your player. • Check if the buttons are locked. • Check if the buttons correspond to the The buttons do not work. functions you want to activate. • Press the reset button to reset your player.
Appendix > Troubleshooting Problem Files or data are missing. The playing time does not display correctly during playback. The file name does not display correctly. My player is getting hot to the touch. My player does not play a video file but display an error message. Solution Check if you disconnected the USB cable while transferring files or data. This can cause data loss or fatal errors in your player. Samsung is not responsible for any damages resulting from data loss.
50 Specifications Model Name YP-R0 Rating DC 5.0V / 1A • MPEG1/2/2.5 Layer 3 (8 kbps ~ 320 kbps, 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz) • WMA (12 kbps ~ 320 kbps, 16 kHz ~ 48 kHz) • Ogg (32 kbps ~ 400 kbps, Q0 ~ Q10, 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz) • AAC-LC (8 kbps ~ 320 kbps, 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz) • AAC+ (8 kbps ~ 320 kbps, 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz) • Enhanced-AAC-Plus (8 kbps ~ 320 kbps, 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz) • FLAC (level 0 ~ 8, 16 kHz ~ 48 kHz) • WAV (wav standard, 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz) Audio File Video Image Video • MPEG4 (Max.
Appendix > Specifications Earphones Output 20 mW/Ch. (France 5 mW/Ch.) (based on 16 Ω) Output Frequency Range 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz Signal to Noise Ratio Supported Number of Files/Folders Playing Time Temperature Range for Operation Case Weight 90 dB with 20 kHz LPF (based on 1 kHz, 0 dB) File: Max. 5000 Folder: Max.
52 Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) Correct disposal of batteries in this product (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
53 License The product player accompanying this user manual is licensed under certain intellectual property rights of certain third parties. This license is limited to private non-commercial use by end-user consumers for licensed contents. No rights are granted for commercial use.
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