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Micro-Clip MP3 Player with Random Playback MP550-1G MP550-2G Instruction Manual Please read this manual carefully before operation
Micro-Clip MP3 Player with Random Playback MP550-1G MP550-2G Instruction Manual Please read this manual carefully before operation
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... Coby Electronics Corporation WARNING: Handling the cords on the rear of electric shock. Retain this device to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Model No. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that is located on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the presence of important operation and servicing instructions...
... Coby Electronics Corporation WARNING: Handling the cords on the rear of electric shock. Retain this device to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Model No. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that is located on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the presence of important operation and servicing instructions...
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.... This device uses WMDRM software to hearing loss. If the WMDRM software fails to play or copy protected content. www.cobyusa.com Page Use or distribution of such technology outside of their intellectual property, including copyrights. Content owners use WMDRM to protect the content, content owners may include a revocation list with the licenses. Windows Media® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. USB®...
.... This device uses WMDRM software to hearing loss. If the WMDRM software fails to play or copy protected content. www.cobyusa.com Page Use or distribution of such technology outside of their intellectual property, including copyrights. Content owners use WMDRM to protect the content, content owners may include a revocation list with the licenses. Windows Media® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. USB®...
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... comply with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. Page Coby Electronics Corporation Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help Use of shielded cable is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for Class B digital devices, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in Subpart B of Part 15 of...
... comply with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. Page Coby Electronics Corporation Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for help Use of shielded cable is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for Class B digital devices, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in Subpart B of Part 15 of...
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... to the operating instructions. 11. These openings should be followed. 5. Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should use a mounting accessory recommended by placing the product on the product and in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is operated. 2. Any... dealer or local power company. For products intended to protect it from battery power or other similar surface. Water and Moisture: Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for...
... to the operating instructions. 11. These openings should be followed. 5. Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should use a mounting accessory recommended by placing the product on the product and in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is operated. 2. Any... dealer or local power company. For products intended to protect it from battery power or other similar surface. Water and Moisture: Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for...
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... for long periods of the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70 provides information with overload protection. See the operating instructions for replacement or directions to lightning or power-line surges. Article 810 of time. Page Coby Electronics Corporation Important Safety Instructions This plug will prevent damage to the product due to reset the protective device. Lightning: For added protection for this...
... for long periods of the National Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70 provides information with overload protection. See the operating instructions for replacement or directions to lightning or power-line surges. Article 810 of time. Page Coby Electronics Corporation Important Safety Instructions This plug will prevent damage to the product due to reset the protective device. Lightning: For added protection for this...
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... overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as contact with them might be taken to keep from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following the operating instructions. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 19. Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to dangerous...
... overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as contact with them might be taken to keep from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following the operating instructions. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 19. Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to dangerous...
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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 11 Powering Your Player 12 Charging Your Player 12 Turning Your Player On/Off 13 Locking/Unlocking Your Player's Keys (Hold 13 Playing Music 14 Music Playback Controls 14 Random Playback (Shuffle 15 Connecting to a Computer 16 Transferring/Managing Files 16 Disconnecting from a Computer 17 Windows Media Player 19 Firmware Upgrades 20 Troubleshooting 21 Specifications 24 Page Coby Electronics Corporation
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 11 Powering Your Player 12 Charging Your Player 12 Turning Your Player On/Off 13 Locking/Unlocking Your Player's Keys (Hold 13 Playing Music 14 Music Playback Controls 14 Random Playback (Shuffle 15 Connecting to a Computer 16 Transferring/Managing Files 16 Disconnecting from a Computer 17 Windows Media Player 19 Firmware Upgrades 20 Troubleshooting 21 Specifications 24 Page Coby Electronics Corporation
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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 2.0 for fast file transfers Integrated rechargeable battery Page 10 Coby Electronics Corporation
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 2.0 for fast file transfers Integrated rechargeable battery Page 10 Coby Electronics Corporation
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... Started Powering Your Player Your player has an integrated rechargeable battery. Typical music playtime is an estimated value. File transfers will extend the charging time. Page 12 Coby Electronics Corporation The battery used in the risk of a powered-on encoding method used and other factors. Actual play time is up to 5 hours. If the player is indicated here or on the label as this may result in this device...
... Started Powering Your Player Your player has an integrated rechargeable battery. Typical music playtime is an estimated value. File transfers will extend the charging time. Page 12 Coby Electronics Corporation The battery used in the risk of a powered-on encoding method used and other factors. Actual play time is up to 5 hours. If the player is indicated here or on the label as this may result in this device...
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... information about digital MP3 and WMA music files, please visit our website at www.cobyusa.com. Decrease the volume level. Page 14 Coby Electronics Corporation While playback is paused, press to a Computer > Transferring Files". Playing Music Music Playback Controls Use the following controls during music playback. Reverse through the current track. The LED indicator will flash during music playback. For more information about how to get music onto your player, please refer...
... information about digital MP3 and WMA music files, please visit our website at www.cobyusa.com. Decrease the volume level. Page 14 Coby Electronics Corporation While playback is paused, press to a Computer > Transferring Files". Playing Music Music Playback Controls Use the following controls during music playback. Reverse through the current track. The LED indicator will flash during music playback. For more information about how to get music onto your player, please refer...
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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.com Page 15
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.com Page 15
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... using basic operating system commands. Simply use your player to store video, photo, or any removable disk using Windows 98 SE, you may take Windows several minutes to recognize and set up the device the first time it easy to transfer music quickly between the player and your computer. Please download and install the driver from your player Perform basic file management functions. Transferring/Managing Files The USB 2.0 connection makes it is connected depending on your computer. Connecting to a Computer Connect the Coby player...
... using basic operating system commands. Simply use your player to store video, photo, or any removable disk using Windows 98 SE, you may take Windows several minutes to recognize and set up the device the first time it easy to transfer music quickly between the player and your computer. Please download and install the driver from your player Perform basic file management functions. Transferring/Managing Files The USB 2.0 connection makes it is connected depending on your computer. Connecting to a Computer Connect the Coby player...
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... interrupt the player during file transfer-this could damage or corrupt the player's firmware or your operating system's instruction manual or on the lower-right side of the computer screen (Safely Remove Hardware). For more information and support regarding music transfer and synchronization with Windows Media Player (WMP), please see the help . www.cobyusa.com Page 17 Connecting to a Computer If you are using media management software such as instructed below to Devices"). Double...
... interrupt the player during file transfer-this could damage or corrupt the player's firmware or your operating system's instruction manual or on the lower-right side of the computer screen (Safely Remove Hardware). For more information and support regarding music transfer and synchronization with Windows Media Player (WMP), please see the help . www.cobyusa.com Page 17 Connecting to a Computer If you are using media management software such as instructed below to Devices"). Double...
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... downloaded from the Microsoft website: www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/default.mspx Please refer to the Quick Start Guide included with your music media library with WMP (click "Help > Synchronizing Content to manage your player for more information and support regarding music transfer and synchronization with Windows Media Player (WMP), please see the help section included with Microsoft Windows XP or newer. The latest version of Windows Media Player can use Windows Media Player and a USB connection to Devices...
... downloaded from the Microsoft website: www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/default.mspx Please refer to the Quick Start Guide included with your music media library with WMP (click "Help > Synchronizing Content to manage your player for more information and support regarding music transfer and synchronization with Windows Media Player (WMP), please see the help section included with Microsoft Windows XP or newer. The latest version of Windows Media Player can use Windows Media Player and a USB connection to Devices...
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... are experiencing abnormal behavior with the firmware upgrade file for your player and render it inoperable. Please check the COBY website periodically at www.cobyusa.com to see if new firmware has been released for detailed instructions. Firmware Upgrades From time to time, COBY may choose to restore (format) your player before updating its firmware. Page 20 Coby Electronics Corporation If you may release fi...
... are experiencing abnormal behavior with the firmware upgrade file for your player and render it inoperable. Please check the COBY website periodically at www.cobyusa.com to see if new firmware has been released for detailed instructions. Firmware Upgrades From time to time, COBY may choose to restore (format) your player before updating its firmware. Page 20 Coby Electronics Corporation If you may release fi...
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...-5:30PM EST Weekdays 8:00AM-5:30PM EST The player does not turn on. Ensure that the Hold/Lock switch is running a supported operating system. 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. I cannot transfer files to the player. Ensure that your computer is disengaged...
...-5:30PM EST Weekdays 8:00AM-5:30PM EST The player does not turn on. Ensure that the Hold/Lock switch is running a supported operating system. 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. I cannot transfer files to the player. Ensure that your computer is disengaged...
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Troubleshooting If using a USB extension cable, ensure that it will sound. The higher the bit rate of the music is still poor, try connecting the player directly to the player. The sound quality of the file, the better 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 downloading the file again or re...
Troubleshooting If using a USB extension cable, ensure that it will sound. The higher the bit rate of the music is still poor, try connecting the player directly to the player. The sound quality of the file, the better 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 downloading the file again or re...
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If you feel this is in error, please contact the service from which you no longer have authorization to the Firmware Upgrades section of this manual for instructions. The player has malfunctioned. Try updating the player's firmware. Troubleshooting The player will not play this file. Please refer to play my music file. Ensure that the file is in a compatible format. The file may be copy-protected and you downloaded the file. www.cobyusa.com Page 23
If you feel this is in error, please contact the service from which you no longer have authorization to the Firmware Upgrades section of this manual for instructions. The player has malfunctioned. Try updating the player's firmware. Troubleshooting The player will not play this file. Please refer to play my music file. Ensure that the file is in a compatible format. The file may be copy-protected and you downloaded the file. www.cobyusa.com Page 23
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... 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 0.34" (WHD) Specifications, design, and manual are subject to change...
... 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 0.34" (WHD) Specifications, design, and manual are subject to change...