MP630 Digital Music Player User’s Manual
Table of Contents Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................2 Introduction ............................................................................................................................1 Package Contents..............................................................................................................................1 Features....................................................................
Recall a Saved Station.....................................................................................................................14 Record a Radio Station....................................................................................................................14 RECORD Mode .....................................................................................................................14 Record Sound ...................................................................................
Removing the MP630 in Mac™ OS 10.0, or Later ............................................................................41 Remove the MP630 in Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or Later ..........................................................................41 Transcend Digital Music Player Utility................................................................................42 Installing the Digital Music Player Utility Program............................................................................
Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s MP630 Digital Music Player. A new generation of Flash MP3 Player that combines all the advantages of a great sounding MP3 player with a USB Flash Drive and includes many extra features as standard such as, an FM Radio, Advanced Digital Voice Recorder, Direct Line-In recording, Karaoke-type Lyrics display, A-B repeat functions and variable Track Playback speeds. Your MP630 supports Hi-speed USB 2.
Introduction Quick Instruction Guide Features MP3 Player that supports MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM10 (subscription music) and WAV music formats FM Radio (FM Radio recording and the ability to preset 20 FM radio stations) Advanced Digital Voice Recorder: specify an individual (memo), or group (meeting) environment One-Touch Recording: even when Powered OFF, press and hold the REC button to start the Built-in Microphone Recording Karaoke-type lyrics display Direct Line-In recording from a CD Player, or external Micro
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port. One of following Operating Systems (OS): Windows® Me Windows® 2000 Windows® XP Mac™ OS 10.0, or later Linux™ Kernel 2.
Safety Precautions Your MP630 is connected to a computer using a Mini USB to USB A-Type cable. Please ensure that you connect the cable ends to the ports correctly. General Use Carefully unpack the contents of the MP630 package. Do not allow your Digital Music Player to become damp or wet from water or any other liquids. Do not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.
Player Controls Product Overview Figure 1. MP630 A Reset Switch B A-B Repeat/Rec Button C Menu Button D LOCK Switch E Hi-Speed Mini USB 2.
Player Controls OLED Display Figure 2.
Basic Operation Charging the Battery Player Controls Plug the small end of the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable into the Mini USB connector on the MP630 and plug the large end of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop, or notebook computer. The MP630’s internal Li-ion battery will begin charging. Figure 3. Connecting to a Computer Power ON Press and Hold the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to Power ON the MP630. An animated logo will appear on the OLED Display.
Power OFF Press and Hold the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to Power OFF the MP630. It takes a few seconds to Power OFF the unit. Play a Track Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button WMA-DRM10, or WAV track. to play a selected MP3/WMA, Pause a Track Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to pause a track during playback. Next Track Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button to skip to the Next track. Previous Track Press the “Back-Fast Rewind” button to return to the Previous track.
Make an Audio Recording The Default Recording Mode for the MP630 is its Built-in Microphone. Press and Hold the “A-B/REC” button the recording. for more than 2 seconds during a recording to stop Recorded audio files are saved in the RECORD Mode. Repeat a Track Please see the “REPEAT Mode” in the Settings section for detailed instructions. Repeat All Tracks Please see the “REPEAT Mode” in the Settings section for detailed instructions.
MUSIC Mode If you want to buy DRM (Digital Rights Management) music online please be advised that the MP630 only supports WMA-DRM10 music files and you must use the MTP Music Transfer Mode to transfer the files to the player. Play MP3, WMA and WMA-DRM10 (Subscription) Music to Power ON the unit.
5. Pressing the “Menu” button will move you up one folder level. 6. Pressing the “Menu” button (top folder level). repeatedly will take you back to the root directory [/Root.DIR/] 7. Pressing the “Menu” button Navigator. in the root directory [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level) will quit the Delete a file in the MUSIC Mode 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button folder. to enter the Navigator. , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select a 3.
RADIO Mode Listen to the Radio 1. The Earphones must be plugged in to listen to the Radio. 2. Press the “Menu” button to enter the Main Menu. 3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button the “RADIO” icon , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to select to enter the 4. The FM Radio Frequency will be displayed on the OLED screen.
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button channel number where you want to save the Radio station. 4. Press the “A-B/REC” button to select the again to save the selected station to the channel number.
Recall a Saved Station 1. In the RADIO Mode press the “A-B/REC” button the screen. to display the channel numbers 1 to 20 on 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button the channel number of the Radio station to which you want to listen. to select and the Radio station that has been saved 3. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to this channel will begin to play. Record a Radio Station 1. Select the Radio station (FM frequency) that you wish to record. 2.
Record Sound The MP630 has advanced recording features and is capable of recording audio from 4 different sources: FM Radio, Built-In Microphone, External Microphone, or Line-In (e.g. CD Player), all are capable of making very high quality Audio Recordings. The FM Radio recording feature has been covered in the previous section “Record a Radio Station.” If you want to make a recording using the MP630’s Built-In Microphone you must select the “MIC” as the recording source.
Record using the Built-In Microphone 1. Unless otherwise selected, Pressing and Holding the “A-B/REC” button for more than 2 seconds in any mode except the RADIO Mode will begin an audio recording using the MP630’s Built-in Microphone. 2. A Recording file is generated and will appear on the screen; this file is saved in the RECORD Mode in the [/MICIN.DIR/] folder. 3. Files Recorded using the Built-in Microphone are named in the order [Month/DayM001.WAV], then [Month/DayM002.WAV] and so forth.
5. Files Recorded using an External Microphone are named in the order [Month/DayM001.WAV], then [Month/DayM002.WAV] and so forth. during a recording will Pause the 6. Pressing the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button recording, pressing the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button again will resume the recording. 7. Press the “A-B/REC” button for more than 2 seconds during a recording to stop the recording and the screen will return to the RECORD Mode.
Avg (16KHz) 2 (stereo) 16 hrs 32 hrs 64 hrs Med (22KHz) 2 (stereo) 12 hrs 24 hrs 48 hrs Good (32KHz) 2 (stereo) 8 hrs 16 hrs 32 hrs High (44KHz) 2 (stereo) 6 hrs 12 hrs 24 hrs If not enough memory space is available, or the battery power is too low, the MP630 cannot support the maximum recording capacity as outlined in the above table. Play a Recorded Sound File 1. Press the “Menu” button to enter the Main Menu. 2.
Delete a file in the RECORD Mode 1. In the RECORD Mode, Press and Hold the “Menu” button 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button folder. to enter the Navigator. , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select a RECORD Functions 3. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to enter a folder, press the “Next-Fast , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select a file and press the Forward” button “A-B/REC” button to enter the DELETE FILE Mode.
Settings Enter the Settings Menu 1. Press the “Menu” button to enter the Main Menu. 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button the “SETTINGS” icon , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to select to enter the SETTINGS Mode. Repeat Mode There are several REPEAT Modes to choose from: Normal, Repeat One, Repeat All, Repeat Shuffle and Repeat Folder. 2.
setting and return to the SETTINGS Menu. You will instantly hear the different sound effect in your earphones.
User EQ Customization The User EQ allows you to customize the settings of a 5 Band Equalizer to your personal preferences. 1. In the EQUALIZER Mode, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” to select the Set User EQ icon , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button button to enter the Set USER EQ Mode. 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to switch between the 5 customizable equalizer Bands: 80Hz - 250Hz - 1KHz - 4KHz - 12KHz.
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Sleep Sets a time delay to automatically Power OFF the MP630 even during operation. 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” to select the Sleep icon , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button button to enter the SLEEP Mode. 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to set the Sleep timer for the unit to automatically Power OFF: OFF – 15 Min – 30 Min – 60 Min.
2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to change the User Language. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to select the new Language and return to the SETTINGS Menu. Sync Lyrics Karaoke-type feature that displays the lyrics of a song on the OLED screen during Playback. , or “Back-Fast Rewind” 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the Sync Lyrics icon , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to enter the SYNC LYRICS Mode.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select the FM Reset icon , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” to enter the FM RESET Mode. button 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select YES, or NO and press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to confirm the selection and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to ENABLE, DISABLE, or RESET your current Playlist. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” to save the selection and return to the SETTINGS Menu. button 3. Enabling the Playlist Manager feature will allow you to play your Playlist the next time you go into the MUSIC Mode. About Displays information about the MP630’s firmware version and memory capacity. SETTINGS , or “Back-Fast Rewind” 1.
Time Settings The MP630 has Advanced TIME features. The TIME Settings Menu contains the features that can be customized to your preferences including, an RTC (Real Time Clock), World Time and DST (Daylight Saving Time). Real Time Clock (RTC) The MP630’s RTC displays the local date and time, both of which can be adjusted. 1.
World Time The MP630 has the ability to display the local time for different time zones; this is a handy feature if you are traveling. , or “Back-Fast Rewind” 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the TIME Settings icon , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” to enter the TIME Settings Menu. button 2.
Daylight Saving Time (DST) The MP630 can be setup to enable Daylight Saving Time, so the official local Summer and Winter times are displayed. 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select the TIME Settings icon , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” to enter the TIME Settings Menu. button 2.
Advanced RECORD Settings The MP630 has Advanced Recording features. The RECORD Settings Menu contains the advanced Recording features that can be customized to your preferences including, REC Quality, REC Environment, REC Input Device, VAD (Voice Activation Detection) and Preset REC.
Recordings are recorded in Stereo, or Mono depending on the Line-In device that is used.
REC Environment Sets the sensitivity of the MP630’s Built-in Microphone, so you can record a Memo (record a person speaking), or Meeting (record a group speaking). , or “Back-Fast Rewind” 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the REC Settings icon , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” to enter the REC Settings Menu. button 2.
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VAD (Voice Activation Detection) VAD allows the MP630 to make gapless audio recordings. This means the player will only begin recording when it detects the subject is speaking, if the person(s) pauses, or stops speaking the MP630 will stop recording until the person(s) starts speaking again. This allows you to make complete and very easy to listen to recordings. , or “Back-Fast Rewind” 1.
3. Enabling the Preset REC feature will open the Preset REC setup screen. 4. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select the FM (Radio), MIC (Built-in Microphone), or Ext MIC (External Microphone) as the audio to confirm the recording method and press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button selection. 6. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to advance to the Preset REC time setup. 7. Input the time you want the MP630 to make the automatic recording.
Driver Installation Driver Installation for Windows® Me, 2000 and XP No drivers are required. These Windows® Operating Systems have built-in drivers to support the MP630. Plug your MP630 into an available USB port and Windows® will install the necessary files. A new Removable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window. Driver Installation for Mac™ OS 10.0, or Later No drivers are required.
Connecting to a Computer If you want to buy and play WMA-DRM10 (only) music files, or you are using Windows Media Player 10 you must choose the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) Music Transfer Mode to transfer and synchronize music files between the computer and your MP630. 1. Plug the small end of the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable into the Mini USB connector on the MP630 and plug the large end of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop, or notebook computer.
Download and Upload Music and other Files If you want to buy and play WMA-DRM10 (only) music files, or you are using Windows Media Player 10 you must choose the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) Music Transfer Mode to transfer and synchronize music files between the computer and your MP630. If you want to use your MP630 to listen to music other than the Radio you must download MP3, WMA, or WMA-DRM10 music files onto the Player. 1.
3. When connected to a computer the MP630’s screen will display a “READY” message, indicating that files can be loaded onto the player. If you are using Windows® a new Removable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter representing the MP630 will appear in the My Computer window. Figure 7. *F: is an example drive letter, the letter in your “My Computer” window may differ 5.
Disconnecting from a Computer Before removing your MP630, always ensure the OLED Display is not in the READ/WRITE status, otherwise your files or MP630 may be damaged. Removing the MP630 in Windows® Me, 2000 and XP 1. Select the Hardware icon on the system tray. 2. The Safely Remove Hardware pop-up window will appear. Select it to continue. Figure 9. Safely Remove Hardware 3. A window will appear stating “The ‘USB Mass Storage Device’ device can now be safely removed from the system.
Transcend Digital Music Player Utility The MP630 comes with some very useful bundled software that can increase your productivity. Before using the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility program, please read the following sections carefully. The Utility is not supported on Mac™, or Linux™ Operating Systems. To use the Utility, you must log in to the Windows® OS with Administrator rights. Installing the Digital Music Player Utility Program Figure 11. Digital Music Player Utility Program 2.
3. The “InstallShield Wizard” window appears. Click on the “Next” button to continue. The InstallShield Wizard will guide you through the Digital Music Player Utility Program installation process. Figure 13. Digital Music Player Utility Program InstallShield Wizard Utility 4. When the Digital Music Player Utility is finished installing, click on the “Finish” button to exit the wizard. Figure 14.
5. The Digital Music Player Utility Software Program can be found in: “ -> Transcend Digital Music Player Utility.
Using the Digital Music Player Utility The Transcend Digital Music Player Utility provides you with several software options including a: PC-Lock Function Partition & Security Function Figure 15. Transcend Digital Music Player Utility Menu Utility To use the Utility, you must log in to the Windows® OS with Administrator rights.
PC-Lock Function When the PC-Lock Function is enabled, you can use your Digital Music Player as a key to lock your computer protecting it from use by others. The PC-Lock function is not supported in the Mac™ or Linux™ Operating Systems. To use the PC-Lock function, you must log in to the Windows OS with Administrator rights. PC-Lock Function for Windows® Me, 2000 and XP 1. Click on the “PC-Lock” button in the “Digital Music Player Utility” window. Figure 16.
3. After selecting the Enable PC-Lock you can type the Text to be displayed on the screen while the computer is locked. Figure 18. Screen Saver Text PC-Lock 4. If you want to set a timer to automatically unlock your computer select the “Enable Timer” option. Input the Lock Period in Hours and Minutes, after the time elapses your computer is automatically unlocked. Figure 19.
5. Click on the “OK” button to start the PC-Lock. Figure 20. Enable PC-Lock Lock Your Computer After the PC-Lock function is enabled, your computer will be locked whenever you remove your Digital Music Player. When your computer is locked, the screen will display the Text screen saver. Unlock Your Computer PC-Lock To unlock the computer, you must re-insert your Digital Music Player. The locked status on the screen will disappear and you are now free to use your computer.
Partition & Security Function Enabling this feature allows you to setup a secure area on the Digital Music Player to protect your personal information with a Private Password. You can partition the MP630 into Public and Private Password protected areas. Data and information in the Private Area is kept secure and can only be accessed by logging onto the MP630 using the correct password. The Partition & Security function is not supported in the Mac™ or Linux™ Operating Systems.
Use the MP630 Security Features 1. Click on the “Login/Logout” button in the “Digital Music Player Utility” window. Figure 23. Digital Music Player Utility Login/out Figure 24. Enter your password 3. When you are finished using the Secure Area and no data is being transferred between the Digital Music Player and the computer, click on the “Logout” button to Log Out of the Private Partition. Figure 25. Digital Music Player Utility Logout Changing your Password 1.
2. The “New Password” window will appear. Input your current “Password,” a “New Password,” “Confirm Password” and a “New Password Hint” (a reminder, should you forget your password). Click on the “OK” button to complete the New Password setup. Figure 27. Change Password Forgotten your Password If you forget your password use the password hint to try and remember your password. However, if the hint does not work you can use the Partition Function to repartition your Digital Music Player.
Troubleshooting If a problem occurs with your MP630, please first check the information listed below before taking your MP630 for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem from the following hints, please consult your dealer, service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on our websites. Software CD cannot auto-run in Windows® Go to the Device Manager in the Control Panel and enable the Auto-Insert function for the CD-ROM drive.
Cannot hear track playback 1. Have you downloaded any music files onto the Digital Music Player? If no, then you must first do so from your computer or the Internet. (Only Mpeg I Layer 3 and WMA files compressed at a rate of 32Kbps–320Kbps are supported.) 2. Are the earphones properly connected to the earphones jack? If not, reconnect them. 3. Is the volume loud enough? If not, increase the volume level until the music can be heard. Track name does NOT display correctly on the screen 1.
Digital Music Player cannot operate after it was formatted in Windows® Formatting the Digital Music Player using the “Quick Format” or “Full Format” option in Windows® destroys the default format of the Digital Music Player. To retrieve the default format, you must link to http://www.transcendusa.com/ and download a Firmware Update for your Digital Music Player. How do I find out what Windows Media Player version I am using? 1. Open your Windows Media Player program. 2.
Specifications • Size (L x W x H): 73 mm × 33 mm × 12.
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Glossary Icons MUSIC: Select this icon to access your MP3, WMA and WMA-DRM10 music files. RADIO: Select this icon to choose, save, listen to and record a Radio station. RECORD: Select this icon to access the Audio Recordings you made. Settings: Select this icon to customize the MP630’s settings to your specific preferences. Repeat: Select this icon to repeat a song, a section of a song, or all the songs in a folder.
REC Environment: Select this icon to set the sensitivity of recording audio from a person, or group. REC Input Device: Select this icon to choose the method of recording: Built-in Microphone, or Line-In (external microphone, CD Player). VAD: Voice Activation Detection, Select this icon to setup for gapless audio recordings. Glossary Preset REC: Select this icon to preset the player to make an automatic audio recording.
Terminology A-B repeat................................................................................................................................................2, 3 Function that allows a user to mark a designated section of a track for continuous replay. auto-scan.............................................................................................................................................
Line-In ..................................................................................................................................2, 3, 5, 6, 14, 26 Make a direct external recording using a cable/line-in that connects to a port on the device. Linux ................................................................................................................................4, 3, 30, 34, 35, 42 An open source computer Operating System. Mac.............................................................
