User Manual
MULTI - CODEC CD PLAYER/FM TUNER
Model SlimX 450
Model SlimX 450
Thank you for purchasing the product.
Please read the manual carefully before use.
Multi-Codec CD Player
Supports MP3, WMA and ASF format as well as conventional
Audio CD.
Provides information on our company, products, and email addresses
for customer support.
Firmware Upgrade
Provides the latest updated features via firmware upgrade.
Unique feature of "Firmware (system software) Upgrade" is available for
download on our site. The Firmware Upgrade allows for premium disc
readability and provides new features as well as enhancements to
current features. New CODECs that will be introduced in the future may
be supported via Firmware Upgrade.
Built-in Recharging with Over Charge Protection Circuit
Over Charge protection circuit prevents over powering the batteries.
Discharging function prevent the batteries from lessening the life time of
rechargeable batteries caused by memory phenomenon.
Graphic LCD supporting Multiple Languages
The SlimX 450 comes with a graphic LCD which can support multiple
languages, including: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, other
alphabet-oriented fonts, Korean, Japanese (Katakana, Hiragana, Kanji),
Chinese (Traditional, Simplified) and others.
Register your iRiver product online so that our Customer Service is
enabled to provide support as efficiently as possible.
A total of 39 languages are supported.
Anti-Shock protection
160 Sec for standard Audio CD/480Sec for MP3 (44.1KHz, 128kbps
standard)/960 Sec for WMA (44.1KHz, 64kbps)
iRiver Limited does not assume any responsibility for errors or
omissions in this document or make any commitment to update the
information contained herein.
iRiver ShockFree Anti-Shock System+ESP function
Using exclusive iRiver anti-skip technology, the SlimX 450 provide
maximum skip protection by buffering your music before playback.
iRiver is a registered trademark of iRiver Limited in the Republic of Korea
and / or other countries and is used under license. Microsoft Windows
Media and the windows Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and / or other countries.
WinAmp and WinAmp logo is registered trademark of NullSoft Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective
companies or organization. All other product names may be trademarks
of the companies with which they are associated.
Enhanced Battery Life
With MP3 files, the SlimX 450 can play for up to 55 hours (Using the
internal batteries and external battery pack). (External Battery Pack : AA
Size x 2)
FM Tuner
Auto scanning and frequency memory function make it easy for you to
listen to the FM Radio.
Recognize Discs in Packet Write or Multi session Format
1999-2003 iRiver Limited. All rights reserved.
WinAmp Playlist support.
SlimX 450 support Winamp M3U Playlists. (maximum 20 lists)
Supports 9 Equalizer Patterns.
Graphic User Interface Menu Support
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FRONT VIEW
Getting started
FCC Certification....................................................................1
Unique Features.....................................................................2
Internet....................................................................................3
Contents.................................................................................4
1. Locating the Controls
Front View, Rear View..............................................................5
Side View, Inside View..............................................................6
Remote Control, LCD Window..................................................7
2. Basic Operation
Player........................................................................................8
Remote Control.........................................................................9~10
Listening to Music.....................................................................11~12
Operating the FM Tuner............................................................13~14
OPEN
3. Useful Features
Navigation Mode.......................................................................15
Playback Mode.........................................................................16
Program Mode..........................................................................17~18
-/+10, EQ Mode.........................................................................19
BOOKMARK.............................................................................20
MENU.......................................................................................21~32
iRiver Shock Free.....................................................................30
Using the Password..................................................................33~34
Using WinAmp Playlist..............................................................35~36
REAR VIEW
4. Additional Information
About Power Supply (Charging and discharging).....................37~40
FAQ...........................................................................................41~46
Trouble Shooting.......................................................................47~48
Precautions...............................................................................49~50
References................................................................................51
Accessories...............................................................................52
Specifications............................................................................53
Regulatory Information..............................................................54
Safety Warning.........................................................................55
Product Serial
Number
Hold
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5
Remote Control
SIDE VIEW
NAVI / MENU, PRESET
PLAY/PAUSE/MUTE
(NEXT)
LINE OUT : Use to listen
through your home stereo.
STOP
(BACK)
or
REMOTE CONTROL/
EARPHONE
INSIDE VIEW
LCD Window
Main unit and Remote control is both
locked.
Only Main unit is locked.
Track
Number
Play Time
Playback Mode
Hold
Only Remote control is locked.
Battery Level
Folder Name
File Name
ID3 Tag Information
Volume
Equalizer
Level Meter
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
Bit Rate
Sampling Rate
File Format
EXTENSION BATTERY PORT
Program/ Playlist
DC IN 4.5V : Connect the Adapter to charge
rechargeable batteries or using external power.
Insert them by matching the + and - polarity.
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The remote control operates every function using 8 switches or buttons.
Main unit and Remote control
both locked.
Only Main unit is locked.
Only Remote control is locked.
NAVI / MENU, PRESET
1. Earphones Jack : Connect Earphones/Remote Control.
PLAY / PAUSE/MUTE
(NEXT)
2. Line Out Jack : To connect the car kit or other audio equipment (speaker
etc.).
3.
FM
CD conversion
STOP
(BACK)
FM :
To select FM channel
Click
or
buttons.
CD Playback :
Basic Operation Function
Volume Control
Push and hold
Music selection
or
buttons.
Push
or
buttons.
Playback and Pause
To listen to the next track
Play/Pause
Stop and Power Off
Click
button.
To listen to the previous track
Navigation Operation
Menu Operation
4. DC IN 4.5V : Connect the Adapter to charge rechargeable batteries or to use
external power. Insert them by matching the + and - polarity.
5. EXT BATT : Connect the DC battery pack supplied with the player.
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Slide the open button on the side of the player and insert the disc
with the disc label facing out. Close the lid.
BASIC OPERATION
Volume Control: Slide jog lever to the right to
increase volume or to the left to decrease
volume.
Changing Mode :
(Refer to page 16)
Connect Remote Control and Earphones.
CD
FM Changing :
NAVIGATION
Press the Navi/Menu jog lever with a short click and find the desired track by
pressing or
.
To play the track, press Navi/Menu(or
To move to the upper folder, press
hold the Navi/Menu button.) When there is not any upper folder, the
navigation will exit.
)with a short click.
with a short click. (or press and
Slide HOLD switch on the remote or the player to the Off position.
<The Remote Control>
<The Player>
MENU
Long press of NAVI/MENU will execute menu function.
Scrolling between menus : Press
Select Function: press Navi/Menu button(or
Exit : Press or press and hold Navi/Menu button.
and
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to play.
<The Player>
).
<The Remote Control>
MODE
While CD is playing, press Mode/CD/FM button with a short click to activate
selected modes, such as Repeat and Shuffle.
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While playing a CD, you can switch back and forth between CD and
FM mode with a long click of the Mode button.
The sound output may be delayed
while switching from CD to FM mode.
NOTE
To select Stereo/Mono
The STEREO indicator is displayed
during stereo FM reception.
Power Off
Play Next Folder (FF Skip)
Play/Pause
To mute
To release the muting
CD
FM Changing
To turn on the backlight always
Play Previous Folder (RW Skip)
GO Forward Quickly
Go Backward Quickly
Power Off
Selecting Frequency (FM 87.5MHz ~ 108MHz)
To change frequency, push and release or
.
STOP
Play Next Track
Play Previous Track
Auto Scan function : To Auto Scan for a station, release the PRESET
mode by pushing the NAVI button. Find the station by scrolling
or
.
or
<PRESET RELEASING>
PRESET Mode : To select memorized channel, push the Navi button
and find the memorized channel by scrolling
or
.
File Format displayed as below
or
ASF
WMA
MP3
<PRESET SETTING>
Conventional
Audio CD
Example)
IRM
IRM (iRiver Rights Management)
iRiver Rights Management is a digital music format.
Please visit our web site for details about this music format.
FM tuner reception will be affected in weak transmission areas.
When player does not have any preset channels, EMPTY will be displayed at
preset mode then fade out.
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NAVIGATION
Memory Function (Save channels)
Push the Navi button to release PRESET mode, select the station by
Navigation mode is useful for quickly searching your files by using file
name. (Refer to page 36 for reservation)
pressing
or
.
Press the NAVI button to display the list of audio tracks.
The current track will also be displayed.
Press the
to play.
or
to select a track
Press
and select the
desired channel
or
again
Save complete
You can easily select a track using the
-10/+10 button in case there are many
tracks on the CD.
Select CH02
Up to 20 channels can be memorized.
: To move to the upper folder.
will exit the
memory function
without saving.
Select Folder or Move to the upper folder.
Press the or to select a folder to play. And press the NAVI or
button to select the folder.
I
Auto memory function : (To save the Channels automatically)
Push the NAVI button to release PRESET, push and hold the PROG
button. CH01 to CH20 will be saved automatically with the first 20
stations the player finds.
: To enter the folder
Memory delete function (Delete saved channels)
Select channel to be deleted by pressing the NAVI and
button at PRESET mode.
or
Playing
Press and hold the PROG button.
: Press the
or
to select a track to play.
The song will be played when you press the play button.
The next channel will appear when channel delete is completed.
Press and hold the PROG button if you want to delete
the next channel also.
When navigating, the operation of the button in the remote control
is same as the operation of the button in the player, so it cannot
move to the upper folder.
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PROGRAM MODE
Various ways of music playback are available.
Please refer to the MODE (page 30) for user-defined configurations.
Use PROGRAM Mode to select songs in a particular order (i.e.
program your favorite songs).
When MODE button
is pressed, icon in the
playback mode indicator is
changed.
Select Program/Playlist:
Playback play lists if the disc contains
WinAmp play list *.m3u files. (Refer to
page 35~36)
REPEAT
Activating Program mode
Play a single track repeatedly.
While in Stop Mode
Play all tracks in the folder and stop.
Play all tracks in the folder repeatedly.
Play all tracks in the disc repeatedly.
Change to Program mode
Program mode is activated while in Stop Mode.
Repeat A-B is activated while in Play Mode.
SHUFFLE
After selecting the desired track using
(or NAVI/FUNCTION button),
,
, +10 button
Randomly play all tracks in the disc repeatedly and stop.
Play a single track repeatedly. Press
to skip to an new random track.
Randomly play all tracks in the folder repeatedly and then stop.
Randomly play all tracks in the folder repeatedly.
Randomly play all tracks in the disc repeatedly.
The order of
programmed track
The order of track
in the CD
INTRO
To add all the songs in a certain folder, use the NAVI button and select the folder
using or button and then press PROG button. (Subfolders can not be added.)
INTRO: Play beginning 10 seconds of each track in sequential order.
TO REMOVE A PROGRAMMED SONG
Select the song to be deleted using the PROG button and press the Mode button. The
program list will be updated automatically.
INTRO HIGHLIGHT: Plays 10 seconds from 1 minute into each track
in sequential order. You can set this function in the MENU function.
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Program Play
-/+10 Function
After programming, press
to play the tracks in sequential order.
During playback, press the -10/+10 button to
-10/+10 to go previous or forward 10 tracks.
The program mode
icon appears
EQ Mode
Cancel Program Mode
Press and hold the EQ button to display the current EQ.
Every time you click this button, the EQ mode scrolls in sequential order.
While Playing
While in Stop Mode
Interval Repeat
Play a selected interval repeatedly
Press button once to
select the beginning <A>
Point.
Press button again to
select the ending <B>
Point.
A-B interval will be repeated.
Can I customize the equalizer settings?
es, for details, please refer to page 32 for details on customizing
the EQ in MENU to your own preferences.
When you program songs, using the NEXT/ BACK or +/- button will show
you the songs that aren't programmed.
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Configuration
BOOKMARK
Function Control is subject to change with different firmware versions.
You can configure your own settings.
This function allows you to BOOKMARK parts of a track for easier
searching of long audio segments.
DISPLAY
back light
TIMER
sleep
pwr off
GENERAL
beep volume
Bookmark function is activated under the Study mode.
(Refer to page 30 for Study mode.)
resume
fade in
language
cd esp
sort
lcd contrast
visualization
tag information
time
Long click of PROG button will add / delete / move the bookmark.
Bookmarks can be reserved up to 20 per disc.
battery indicator
password
- Bookmark Add :
multi session
load default
CONTROL
Long click the PROG button and click
the PROG button to add the present
location into the bookmark.
User EQ
MODE
repeat
shuffle
intro
study
name
fast scan
USER EQ 1
bass boost
treble boost
USER EQ 2
bass boost
treble boost
USER EQ 3
fast skip
scan speed
scroll speed
-/+10 button
auto pause
adapter volume
sound balance
eq limit
- Bookmark Delete :
Long click the PROG button and click
the MODE button to delete the present
location from the bookmark.
Whenever you press the MODE button,
the bookmark will be deleted in
backward sequence.
bass boost
treble boost
tag auto eq
Menu Operation
MAIN MENU
Press and hold the NAVI button to display the
menus.
- Moving to next bookmark : Long click the PROG button and
press
I
button to move to the next bookmark.
It is composed of 6 main menus with sub-menus.
Moving to previous bookmark : Long click the PROG button and
SUB MENU
press
button to move to the previous bookmark.
SUB MENU Setting
or
When you select a sub menu, you can set
your preference to be displayed.
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Shift between Menus
GENERAL
Press the
to previous menu, press the
button to move to next menu.
button to move
BEEP SOUND VOLUME
Configure beep sound (ON/ 0 for OFF) with
volume level.
From Main Menu to Sub Menu
RESUME
You can select how to resume the last track
played. “Track #” plays the beginning of the
last track played, while “Track Time” resumes
to the exact position in the song.
Use the
select a sub menu, press
the NAVI or button to
display the contents of that
sub menu.
,
to
SOUND FADE IN
When activated, volume increases
gradually at playback mode to prevent sudden
loudness.
Change Settings
Use the
,
or
button
to change the settings. Press the
NAVI button to save the setting.
LANGUAGE (supports 39 languages)
Song title and ID3 tag information for the CD is
dependent on the version of the PC operating
system that was used to create it.
(For example, if a CD is created in a Korean
version of Windows, the language setting should
be Korean for proper title display)
Exit Sub Menu
Press the STOP( ) button to exit
the sub menu and to display the
initial setting menu.
CD ESP (CD ANTI-SHOCK)
This is the function to prevent skipping
when playing a Standard Audio CD.
For best sound quality, it is recommended
to use the 40 SEC option, for maximum skip
protection, 160 SEC option is suggested.
If 160 SEC is selected, the sound quality of the music will be degraded
due to higher compression of the music in comparison with 40 SEC.
Press the STOP( ) button
at the initial setting menu to
exit Function Control Mode.
MP3 CD (128Kbps, 44KHz) is always operated 480sec option.
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DISPLAY
SORT MODE
Using the directory structure example on the
right, the sort methods will play folders
in the following order.
BACK-LIGHT (SEC)
Select the back-lighting time.
BREADTH FIRST :
Adjust the lighting time (1~20Sec) by using
DEPTH FIRST :
and
button.
PHYSICAL ADDR. : Songs are sorted in the
sequence they were written to the CD
independent of directory structure.
ROOT
0 : Backlight is off.
21 : Backlight is always on.
ADAPTER ALWAYS ON : Select it by using
connected, backlight is always on.
button.If the adapter is
LCD CONTRAST
Adjust LCD contrast of remote control.
PASSWORD
OFF : Password function is not activated.
ON : Password function is activated.
CHANGE : To change the Password
- Refer to page 33~34.
Contrast can be adjusted by using the
and
buttons.
VISUALIZATION
Visualizes audio signal at play
mode.
MULTI SESSION
OFF : the player will not read Multi Session
written disks
ON : the player will read Multi Session disks
LEVEL METER 1
LEVEL METER 2
WAVEFORM
If you are not using audio CD's created in
Multi Session format, set this feature to OFF to
shorten the access time of your CDs.
50%
PROGRESSIVE
LOAD DEFAULT VALUE
Initialize to original factory setting.
TAG INFORMATION
ON : Displays track with ID3 tag information
or with lyrics if there are lyrics.
OFF : Displays track with file name.
Button operation is as below
(Select Default Menu)
(move to YES)
(Select YES : INITIALIZATION)
When you turn the tag information ON during
track playback, display will begin with
the next track played.
CAPTION OFF : You can turn off lyric display of synchronized MP3. You can
select ON/OFF using button and tag information display preference using
or button.
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PLAY TIME INFO
Normal : display elapsed time of the
current track.
CONTROL
FF/RW SCAN (FF/RW SCAN)
ON : Long click of or
fast scan within the track.
Short click of or
next or previous track.
Remain : display remaining time of
the current track.
button for
button for
Note : In case of VBR MP3 file,
the remaining time may not display accurately.
OFF : Fast Scan through songs in a folder.
BATTERY INDICATOR
As typical with MP3 files, particularly VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files, fast scan
may not be as smooth as conventional audio CD.
Adjust the level of the battery indicator to
compensate for different style of batteries.
Lower numbers will make the battery
indicator higher, higher numbers will make
the battery indicator lower.
FF/RW SKIP (FAST SKIP)
Off : Disables the fast skip feature.
10 : Fast skip ahead 10 tracks or back
10 tracks.
TIMER (Set Auto Power Off)
Directory : Jump to the Previous/Next folder.
SLEEP POWER OFF (MIN)
Automatically power off after fixed time
(Time range can be set from 0 to 99 minutes).
Holding after one pushing of
button can be used for this setting.
(Refer to page 12)
and
Use
or
button to adjust time.
button, you can select
FF/RW SCAN SPEED
The fast scan speed can range from 1x / 2x
/ 4x / 6x.
By using
beep sound to ON or OFF.
When the power is off, the sleep power off setting goes back to
Zero setting.
and
button can be used for this
setting. (Refer to page 12)
STOP POWER OFF (MIN)
Automatically turns power off at stop mode.
Time range can be made from 1~60 minutes.
SCROLL SPEED
Adjust scroll speed of character displayed
on the LCD (Title or Singer name)
by 1x/2x/4x.
and
setting.
button can be used for time
Vertical : The scroll goes from up to down
Horizontal : The scroll goes from the left to
the right.
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TAG AUTO EQ
-10/+10 BUTTON
Can automatically change EQ by reading
the genre of TAG Information.
ON : Can automatically change EQ by
reading the genre of ID3 TAG
information.
-/+10 : During playback, go back to the
previous 10th track, and push it to +10 to go
forward to the next 10th track.
Directory : -/+10 button works as directory
skip.
OFF : EQ is set by the user.
AUTO PAUSE
EQ is selected by genre as follows :
When Auto Pause is on, the player will
automatically pause after a disc loads and
after every song is played. you will need to
press Play button to resume the playback
again.
Pop : Pop, Instrumental Pop, Pop-Folk, Pop/Funk
Rock : Classic Rock, Rock, Altern Rock, Instrumental Rock, Southern Rock,
Rock & Roll, Hard Rock, Folk Rock, Gothic Rock, Progressive Rock,
Psychedelic Rock, Symphonic Rock, Slow Rock, Punk Rock
Jazz : Jazz, Jazz+Funk, Acid Jazz
Classic : Classical, Opera, Chamber Music, Sonata, Symphony
Metal : Metal, Death Metal, Heavy Metal
Ubass : Bass, Booty Bass
ADAPTER VOLUME
35 ON : Volume will set to 35 when the AC
adapter is attached.
OFF: This function is not activated.
This feature is useful when connecting the
player to your car or home stereo system.
SOUND BALANCE
When Sound Balance bar is moved to
L (Left, 0),the sound outputs at the left
earphone. When the lever is moved to
R (Right, 40) the sound outputs at the right
earphone. The default value is 20 and the
sound outputs the same level at both
earphones.
EQ LIMIT
ON : Limit the control of equalizer
frequency to prevent distortion of sound.
OFF : You can enjoy original sound though
distortion may occur.
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PLAYBACK MODE
NAME
You can input your name or custom text.
(maximum 12 characters in English)
REPEAT MODE / SHUFFLE MODE
Allows you to select the modes available
when pressing the MODE button during
playback.(Multi selection capable)
Press the
between items and press the
select.
or
buttons to move
Button Operation
button to
Select the character by
using
and
button and
Only the selected play mode will be
applied when you press the MODE
button (For details, please refer to p. 16)
press Navi/Menu button to input
the character.
To delete the
character, push
MODE switch.
INTRO MODE
Intro : Plays the beginning 10 seconds of
each track.
Intro Highlight : Plays 10 seconds at the
1 minute mark of each
track in sequential order.
Save and Exit
To scroll between English
and your preferred
language, use STOP button
STUDY
To move the cursor in
the name window, use +
and - on Volume button.
When click the -/+10 button, it is operated
as the set status.
OFF : Skip ahead 10 tracks.
5 SEC : Short click of the +10 button
will skip the current track 5 seconds ahead or backward.
10 SEC : Short click of the +10 button will skip the current track
10 seconds ahead or backward.
The saved text is displayed during initial loading of disc and at stop mode
during play.
BEEP : A beep sound will be played when the buttons are operated.
If it is set to 5 Sec, 10 Sec, BEEP, it is operated as STUDY Mode.
Initial loading
iRiver Shock Free
This is the function to prevent skipping when playing a
Standard Audio CD. Press and hold the +10 button to
activate the iRiver Shock Free Mode. In case the CD is
dirty or defective, iRiver Shock Free may skip more than
normal operation. In this case, use the player after
cancelling the iRiver Shock Free. If STUDY mode is
selected, holding the PROG button activates the
BOOKMARK function, see page 20).
Pressing the Mode button for
a few seconds while playing
will set the Enhanced Anti-
shock on and off.
Stop during playback
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USER EQ
Setting the Password
You can set the EQ according to your liking.
(USER 1, USER 2, USER 3)
Select the menu you want on the “MENU
(Refer to page 24)
GENERAL
Password”.
The Password must be 4 digits.
After selecting the numeral by using
NAVI button to input the password.
BASS BOOST
Bass Boost level is from 0 to 18dB.
,
button, press the PLAY or
TREBLE BOOST
Treble Boost level is from 0 to 6dB.
or
or
If you select “ON” on the MENU
GENERAL
Password, the right screen
is displayed after loading screen when
you turn the player on.
What is FIRMWARE?
It is the operating system that works in the SlimX 450.
iRiver provides you with the latest and best features through Firmware
Press
,
to move the numeral and press the PLAY or NAVI button
to select it. The screen as below is displayed.
How to UPGRADE?
2. Execute the file after extraction.
3. Burn the SlimX 450 HEX file to a CD (be sure there are no other files
on this CD.
When the input password is correct, the above screen is disappeared and
changed to Total screen. Press the PLAY button to start the playback.
4. Connect the power adapter to the SlimX 450.
(Note : Upgrade the firmware after connecting the adapter)
5. Insert the CD into the SlimX 450 and play the CD.
6. Check whether your LCD window shows “Firmware Upgrade”
7. When the power goes off automatically, the upgrade is done.
8. Play your Music Disc and confirm the firmware version information
displayed during loading.
- If the password is wrong, the screen goes back to the input screen.
CAUTION!
- The Password must input as 4 digits.
- The Password is initialized as “0000” when the firmware is upgraded.
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USING WINAMP PLAYLIST
Changing the Password
Make a PLAYLIST ( .M3U) using WINAMP.
Select “CHANGE” on the “MENU
Input the old password. (The
initial password is “0000”)
Note : WINAMP software is not included with the player.
GENERAL
Password”.
1. Launch WINAMP and add songs to
Winamp execution picture
make a list.
2. Click "LIST OPTS" located on the
right bottom and click "SAVE LIST".
Input the new password of 4 digits
to confirm once more.
Input the new password of 4
digits.
Click the SAVE LIST button.
3. Name the file name (ex:
iriver.m3u) and click "SAVE" to
save the list.
NOTE
If the password to change and the password to confirm are the same,
the password is automatically changed to the new one and the playback
screen is displayed on the LCD.
If you select “ON” on the password menu, you must input the new password
to turn on the player.
Burn the disc with WinAmp play list and related files.
Load the disc into SlimX 450.
If the password to confirm is different from the changed password, the
password screen goes back to the Confirm screen.
Press PROG button at stop mode and LCD
displays a list of M3U playlist files on the disk.
You can find the playlist you want to play by
Press the STOP button to exit changing the password, and the old
password is preserved.
The Password is initialized as “0000” when the firmware is upgraded.
using the
,
button.
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Using AC POWER ADAPTER
Press
button to play the tracks
in the order of the playlist.
Use only the AC Power Adapter supplied with the player.
The AC operating voltage of this player is 100~240V, 50~60Hz.
Connect the Adapter to 4.5V DC jack on the player and AC outlet.
PL icon indicates PLAY LIST.
A total of 20 playlists can be recognized.
RESERVATION FUNCTION
Press the NAVI button during playback to select the next song to be
played, then press PROG button to queue that song.
Ex)
Press NAVI/MENU
button during playback,
CAUTION!
After selecting the song to play next by
Disconnect Adapter when not in use.
using
button,
Do not handle this player or power cord when your hands are wet or
damp. If water or other liquid enters the case, take the player to an
authorized service center for inspection.
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Recharging Method
Automatically power off when charge or discharge is done.
Charge and discharge function is available while the player has
rechargeable batteries installed and is connected to AC power adapter.
The charging and discharging menu on the LCD is displayed when you
press and hold the stop ( ) button during playback.
While in Charge or Discharge Mode, a long press of stop ( ) button turns
the POWER OFF.
Charging time
- 1450mA rechargeable batteries :
Approx. 6 hours
(At full discharge)
DISCHARGING screen is as follow
While in Charge or Discharge Mode, a long press of
playback after stop charging.
button starts the
Install Rechargeable batteries. And press
Adapter.
button after connecting to
During CD playing or Tuner playing, a long pressing of STOP ( ) button
shifts to charge or discharge mode.
The player is automatically changed to Charge Mode when discharge is
done and will automatically power off when charge is done.
Select to Charge or Discharge Mode
Use the
,
button to move to charge
Discharging time
mode and click the STOP ( ) button to select
charge mode. The selected mode (CHARGE or
DISCHARGE & CHARGE or CANCEL)
automatically begin charging after 1 minute
passes without menu selection (when plugged
into AC adapter).
- 1450mA rechargeable batteries :
Approx. 5 hours
(At full charge)
Rechargeable batteries included in the player are
stick type rechargeable batteris (1450mAh x 2).
: The player is charged without Discharge
CAUTION!
: The player is turned off without charging.
: The player is charged after full discharge
Charge or discharge with Ni-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride Battery) batteries
only.
Do not charge or discharge with the external battery pack attached
to the player.
Do not use batteries with the different capacity.
– it may not be charged properly.
CHARGING screen is as follow
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Using rechageable batteries
PLAYER
Open the battery cover on the inside of the player.
How long does Anti-Shock last?
Insert rechargeable batteries(Ni-MH type x 2ea) matching + and - and
close the battery cover.
With MP3 files, Anti-Shock lasts up to 480 seconds.
With Audio CD, you can set it up to 40 or 160 seconds.
Why does mechanism noise occur?
When loading a CD or searching music, CD Pick-up makes noise moving at
high speed. This is not a malfunction. But if you hear mechanism noise
through earphones or hear excessive noise from the player, contact iRiver
Customer Service.
Does using CD's created on a computer reduce the life of the Lens?
Using External battery pack
There is no connection between using a disk created on a home computer
and the lifetime of the lens.
Why doesn't the player recognize a CD created at high speed?
In general, it is recommended to record the CD with 1~2 level lower than
the highest speed if you are experiencing playback difficulties.
AA size battery
The external battery pack can be attached as shown in the figure.
Two AA size alkaline batteries are used in the external battery pack.
CAUTION!
Do not use different types of batteries together.
Do not mix rechargeable batteries with regular batteries.
When the batteries are not to be used for a long time, remove them.
If battery leaks, wipe off any residue in the battery compartment and
insert new batteries.
Do not recharge a normal battery.
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RECORDING
I recorded an MP3 CD but it only see less than 20 songs.
ow do I copy MP3 files on to a CD?
The CD was probably created as an Audio CD’s will only hold about 15~20
songs. To record a CD full of MP3’s be sure to set your CD creation
software to record Data.
ou need to record MP3 files onto a CD-R or CD-RW disc to play in the
SlimX 450.
In general, there are two kinds of blank CDs.
CD-R (CD Recordable): Recordable but not erasable.
CD-RW (CD-ReWriteable) : Recordable and can be used again after
erasing.
The player can’t read songs and I get 'No disc' message.
CD readability depends on several factors:
1. CD-Media
2. The Burning/Recording Speed
3. The CD surface
There are several ways to burn a CD. A CD is created in sessions.
When you create a CD, burning speed does matter as well as CD surface.
When you create a CD at a high speed, the data writing may not be
reliable. In that case, it is recommended to create a CD at a lower speed or
to use brand name media.
Single session: Close session after burning once.
Multi session: Do not close session after burning. More data can be
written to the disk later.
This iRiver player can play packet-written CD RW’s as well.
Can I add songs to the CD I already burned?
hat do I need to burn MP3 files?
Using multi-session or packet writing allows you to add songs to the CD.
ou need a CD recorder, recording software program, and a blank CD.
For details, refer to the “SUPPORT” at iRiver's homepage.
ow do I make a CD from a tape or record?
o convert the tape's information into CD requires many items, including:
A player to play the tape or record, a stereo cable to attach the player to
your computer, and third party recording software to capture and edit the
audio. Connect the stereo cable from the source to the line-in input on
your computer sound card; then use the third party software to record and
edit the audio on the tape or record.
Once the music is recorded onto your computer, use a program to copy
the music in Audio or MP3 format to a CD.
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PLAYING
How do I listen to a spot on the track I last listened to?
It takes a long time to load a CD.
Using Multi-sessioned or Packet Written CD may affect the loading time
rather than using Single sessioned CD because the data is scattered in the
CD.
The SlimX 450 provide a RESUME function. Go to Function, General and
enter into RESUME menu. You can set Track Time or Track #.
The SlimX 450 can remember the last 10 CDs you played.
To reduce the loading time, it is recommended you to burn in Single-
session. You may contact Customer Service if it takes longer than 1 minute
to load a single-sessioned CD or a Standard Audio CD.
How many playlists can the SlimX 450 play?
The SlimX 450 can play up to 20 playlists( .m3u)
How many songs can the SlimX 450 play?
It always stops after playing one song.
Check that the "Auto Pause" feature is turned off. Also check that your
player is not set to “SFL 1” mode.
The SlimX 450 can recognize 999 songs (20 Playlist included) and 255
folders including subfolders.
I hear a 'hiccup' sound while the song is playing.
Does the SlimX 450 play “ .ra”and “ .wav” formats?
Check the status of the file. What is likely happening is that the file is
corrupted, especially if you hear the same sound in the same spot. In this
case, it is recommended you to record the file again or download a
different file.
The playable formats on the SlimX 450 are MP3, ASF and WMA files.
RA and WAV formats can not be played in this player.
Supporting formats such as “ .ra” and “ .wav” are under consideration for
the future.
I don't see the title and it only displays Audio Track.
Can I change the playing order?
The SlimX 450 support m3u file lists. Also, the Program function allows
you to select your preferred songs.
The SlimX 450 can display the information that the song contains. With
MP3 files, the tag information may not be correct and with Standard Audio
CD, it displays only Audio Track.
To see the song title, you need to burn the CD using CD-TEXT function.
See your CD Creation software.
I can't hear an ASF file I recorded onto a disk.
There are two kinds of ASF files, Audio and Video. The SlimX 450 only
support Audio ASF file formats.
The sound cuts out when the player skips.
If the player is shaken in a sudden or violent manner, or shaken
excessively, skipping may occur. Under normal circumstances, skipping
will not occur. Please carry and handle the player under normal
circumstances (i.e., without excessive shaking).
Is the sound better if I convert an MP3 file into WAV?
MP3 is a compressed a audio format. Audio quality is lost when converting
sound into MP3 format. Changing MP3 to WAV files will not restore data
lost in compression and will therefore not improve audio quality
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Should any problem continue after you have checked these symptoms,
please contact iRiver sales representatives.
What kind of media can the SlimX 450 support?
Check whether the batteries have been inserted
in proper polarity (+ and -).
Check whether the HOLD switch on remote is
Standard Audio CD (8Cm, 12 Cm), CD-R, CD-RW DATA CD with MP3,
ASF and WMA.
The SlimX 450 also support Mixed CD (Data Track + Audio Track), CD-
Extra (Audio Track + Data Track), Multi-sessioned and packet written CD.
Player will not power
on
ON (Switch to OFF position)
Check whether the player door is opened.
Check whether the rechargeable batteries are
not charged or the batteries ran out.
What is VBR?
VBR is "Variable Bit Rate". Some MP3 encoders support VBR. When
enabled, the compressor will use a bit rate that will fit the actual passage. If
it is a complex part, having much more variation in the sound, it will use a
high bit rate. If there is less variation in sound, it will use a lower bit rate.
Usually, the average bit rate will not be as high as a same-quality MP3 with
CBR (Constant Bit Rate). However, there is shortcoming that it's hard to
keep track of the actual position that may not be favorable when studying
language.
Check whether the CD is dirty or defective
(clean it or change to new CD).
Check whether the CD is inserted properly.
Check to be sure the optical lens is clean.
(Gently wipe with soft cloth.)
Check whether moisture condensation has
Loading stopped or
'No DISC' displayed on
LCD
occurred (leave the CD player aside for several
hours until the moisture evaporates).
Make sure there is a CD in the player.
Problems can be caused by the CD creation
process on your PC. Re-record the disk at a
slower speed.
Use Full Format when creating packet a written
disk.
Check whether VOLUME is set to “0”.
Connect the earphone/remote plug firmly.
Check whether the plug is dirty (clean the plug
with a dry and soft cloth).
Corrupted MP3, WMA file may have distortion
or not play. Try playing another music file.
Excessive jolting may affect MP3, WMA, and
audio CD disks during playback.
No Sound or noise is
heard
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Should any problem continue after you have checked these symptoms,
please contact iRiver sales representatives.
On Handling Disc
On handling Disc
Avoid touching the surface (bright side) where
data is stored.
Be sure your adapter is designed to work in the
country where it's being used.
AC adapter does not
work.
Check whether the plug is connected to the
proper jack on the player.
Disc Cleaning
Check whether the HOLD switch is ON.
Remote control does
Avoid cleaning the disc surface. If necessary,
clean the disc surface with a soft cloth following
the directions described.
(Switch to OFF position.)
not work.
Connect the earphones/remote plug firmly.
Ensure the rechargeable batteries are fully
Battery Life is short
charged.
Do not stick papers or tape labels onto the
surface (bright side).
Avoid the excessive operation of remote control.
Check out Menu
confirm whether the right language has been
selected. (Refer to page 23.)
General
Language and
Characters in LCD are
corrupted.
Avoid using chemicals to clean the surface.
Adjust the position of the player and remote
control.
Electronic equipment can case interference with
the FM reception. Turn off any nearby
electronics or move the player away from the
source.
Poor FM Reception
On Safety
Check whether the adapter plug is properly
connected.
Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the player, unplug it and have it
checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
Check whether the batteries inserted are
rechargeable.
Fully charged batteries will not accept additional
charging.
Check whether 2 rechargeable batteries are
inserted. The batteries is charged and
discharged when 2 batteries are inserted.
charging and
discharging does not
work.
Do not put objects in the DC IN 4.5V jack (External Power output).
Use only the adapter provided with the player.
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On Player
During playback, dirty or scratched CD's may cause audio distortion or
skipping.
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, unleveled surface, or in a car with its windows
closed.
Tracks with damaged or corrupted parts are skipped or forwarded to
next track.
Keep the lens on the player clean and do not touch it. If you do so, the
lens may be damaged and the player will not operate properly.
Supported file types will have the extension MP3, WMA and ASF.
Do not put any heavy objects on top of the CD player. The CD player
and the CD may be damaged.
Folders and files are sorted in alphabetical order.
Use Navigation mode to select the tracks wanted.
Do not wrap the player with cloth or blanket as it may cause the player
to malfunction. Use only the included carrying case.
Total 255 folders and 999 tracks (Including 20 playlist) within a disc
can be recognized.
Track information displayed is either filename or ID3 TAG information.
CD-TEXT discs are displayed with track names within the TOC (Table
of Contents) of the disc.
On Headphones and Earphones
Road Safety
Battery level indicator may vary depending on battery type.
Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any
motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many
areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headsets at high
volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should
exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous
situations.
Preventing hearing damage
Avoid using headphones/earphones at high volume. Hearing experts
advise against listening to continuous, loud and extended play. If you
experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.
Consideration for others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside
sound and to be considerate of the people around you.
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User Manual/Warranty Card
Earphone and Earphone Covers
Category
Item
Specifications
Frequency/Range
20Hz~20KHz
12mW(L) +12mW(R) at 16
8mW(L) + 8mW(R) at 32
Max. Volume
Headphone output
Audio
(CD)
Line output level
S/N ratio
0.76V rms(47K ) Max. Volume
90dB(CD-DA), 90dB(MP3 CD)
2dB(Line Out)
AC Adapter (4.5V)
Rechargeable Batteries
(Stick Type x 2)
Frequency Characteristics
No. of Channels
FM Frequency range
STEREO(L+R)
87.5MHz~108MHz
12mW(L) +12mW(R) at 16
8mW(L) + 8mW(R) at 32
Max. Volume
Headphone Output
Audio
(FM TUNER)
Line output level
S/N ratio
0.76V rms(47K ) Max. Volume
50dB
Antenna
Headphone/Earphone-Cord Antenna
CD-DA, CD-Text(8cm / 12cm)
CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2 Form1
Enhanced CD, Mixed CD
Packet Write, ISO9660, Joliet, Romeo,
Multi-Session
Remote Control
Carrying Case
CD Type
CD Support
CD-R/RW Readability
File TYPE
MPEG 1/2/2.5 Layer 3, WMA ,ASF
8Kbps ~ 320 Kbps
Bit Rate
File Support
Power Supply
General
Tag
ID3 VI , ID3 V2 2.0, ID3 V2 3.0
DC 4.5V , 600mA
External Battery Pack
AC Adapter
Dimension
Weight
Approx. 130.5(W) x 140(D) x 16.7(H)mm
Approx. 193g (without Battery)
Operational Temperature
MP3/WMA/ASF
0
~ 40
55 Hrs
22 Hrs
Maximum
Playback Time Audio CD
Accessories subject to change without notice and may
vary from image shown.
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Use of controls, adjustments or
performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER
RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTER
LOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE
TO BEAM.
The device manufactured and found to comply with limits for a Class B
computing device according to the specifications in FCC rules Part 15.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
3. If your device needs repairs, you must arrange for the manufacturer to
make them if you are to keep the device's FCC registration valid.
WARNING
This equipment, like other electronic equipment, generates and uses radio
frequency energy. If not installed and used according to the instructions in this
manual, this equipment may cause interference with your radio and television
reception.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
If you think this equipment is causing interference with your radio or television
reception, try turning the equipment off and on. If the interference problems stop
when the equipment is switched off, then the equipment is probably causing the
interference. You may be able to correct the problem by doing one or more of the
following:
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power
this product. Please consult with your local authority.
- Adjust the position of the radio or TV antenna
- Move away the device from the radio or TV
Listening for many hours at maximum volume may damage your
hearing.
If necessary, consult your dealer or an experienced radio or television technician.
You may find this booklet helpful:"How to Identify and Resolve Radio and TV
Interference Problems"(Stock No. 004-000-00345-4), prepared by the FCC and
available from the U.S Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. See
individual devices FCC ID and registration numbers.
For the customers in Europe
The CE mark on the CD player is valid only for products
marketed in the European Union.
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