Model: MP-456
MP3 / WMA Player
Operating Instructions
MP3 and WMA* compatible
Card slot for SD/MMC memory card for
extra storage
Deluxe stereo earphones with neck strap
Preset 6 position selectable equalizer
512MB built-in memory
Built in FM stereo radio
Lock button prevents accidental usage
Includes USB cable and software disc
Operates with one AAA alkaline battery
Can also be used to record and transfer
files as a portable media device
Can display the ID3 song title
Track, Song time, Battery, Volume and
Play mode indicators
Requires Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP/
Mac OS X 10.2.6 or above
Microphone Recording and Playback
2 Demo songs are included
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 -
4-1
4-2
Using Microsoft’s Windows Media Player
Basic Information…………………………………………………………………………26
Ripping Tracks from Music CDs…………………………………………………………27
5 -
Helpful Information
5-1
5-2
5-3
5-4
5-5
5-6
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Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………………29
Technical Specifications…………………………………………………………………31
Important Safety Instructions……………………………………………………………32
Product Care………………………………………………………………………………..33
FCC & ICES Compliance………………………………………………………………..33
Copyright and Licenses …………………………………………………………………34
Demo songs…………………………………………………………………………………35
Limited Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………36
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1 - Getting Started
1-1. Preface
Before you use this DURABRAND digital audio player, please read all of the following
instructions carefully. You can play your favorite MP3 and WMA* music files with this
portable player, and we hope you will enjoy this product.
Check List
This package contains:
1. DURABRAND 512 MB Audio MP3/WMA player model MP-456
2. USB cable
3. CD disc for Drivers (for Windows 98SE) / Instructions / Windows Media Player 9.0 /
Adobe PDF Reader
4. 1 size “AAA” alkaline battery
5. Earphones with neck strap
6. 1 spare set of earphone sponges (the earphone sponges are optional, if you need,
please install them carefully).
7. Quick Instructions
8. This booklet
NOTE1:
We suggest you put the Power-On for both the audio player and your PC with Internet
connection ready, before you start the software installation.
NOTE 2:
Software installation is only needed if your computer has the older Windows 98SE operating
system. If you have a newer operating system, such as Windows Me or XP, you don’t
need to install any software. This MP3 player is “plug and play” and ready to use when
you connect the USB cable to the MP3 player and your computer (your computer must
have a USB port).
NOTE 3:
WMA music with DRM protection will not play on this set.
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1-2. Features
Built-in 512MB flash memory (total space, including hidden operating system files).
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Expansion SD/MMC card slot. Accepts most SD (Secure Digital) / MMC (MultiMedia
Card) cards (not included) for extra storage.
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Plays MP3, WMA* music format files and can store any digital file.
Music title display. Supports Multiple Languages.
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Supports FM frequency stereo reception, scan, store and recording.
Supports microphone recording and playback.
Reverse dot matrix LCD screen (128x64).
Deluxe stereo earphones with neck hanging strap.
Requires one AAA alkaline battery (included).
Standard Mini USB port Plug & Play (cable included).
Supports Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP, Mac OS X 10.2.6 or above.
6 EQ settings (normal, rock, jazz, classic, pop, bass).
Playback sequence selection (normal, repeat one, repeat all, shuffle, shuffle and
repeat, preview).
Separate power ON/OFF button for easy operation.
Lock button for locking all of the buttons.
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• USB 2.0 FULL SPEED standard interface.
NOTE: WMA Music with DRM Protection is not supported by this audio player.
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1-3. Device Overview
Fig. 1-3-1 Device Overview
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1. Lock button
- Disables buttons to prevent accidental operation.
2. Mini-USB Port - Lift the rubber cover and connect the player to your computer
using the supplied USB cable.
3. SD/MMC Socket (card slot) - Insert an SD/MMC card to have extra memory.
4. Battery Box - Install one size AAA battery (alkaline or NiMH).
5. Hanging strap wire Hole - To hang the player to the earphones and conveniently
carry these on your neck.
6. Earphones Jack - Connects earphones or a home theater or any amplifier etc. with
a 3.5mm stereo plug.
7. Mode Switch - has many functions:
• Turn right: NEXT
- Skips to the next track. Turn right and hold to scan
forward.
• Turn left: PREV
reverse.
• Pushing the MODE Switch
(1). During play, press the MODE switch to select REPEAT ONE or REPEAT ALL.
(2). During play or in stop mode, press and hold the MODE switch to enter
the Menu mode.
- Skips to the previous track. Turn left and hold to scan
(3). In stop mode, press the MODE switch to select the play mode:
REPEAT ONE, REPEAT ALL, SHUFFLE, SHUFFLE & REPEAT, or PREVIEW.
8. Volume + Button - Press to increase the volume.
9. Volume – Button - Press to decrease the volume.
10. Play/Pause
Button - Start or pause or stop playback.
11. Power Button
- Press and hold to turn the player on or off.
12. LCD Screen - Displays current status of the player, details on page 7.
13. Built-in Microphone - Used for voice recording.
14. Back Cover - Remove back cover to install the AAA battery or an optional SD/MMC
memory card.
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1-4. LCD Display Overview
I Love You
Fig. 1-4-1 LCD Display Overview
INDICATORS:
1. Battery Level - Displays battery capacity,
full,
partial,
empty.
The battery icon will flash when the battery is weak.
2. EQ Setting - Displays current EQ mode (NOR for normal, ROCK, JAZZ,
CLASSIC, POP, BASS).
3. Memory Selecting-Internal flash memory (FL)/External SD/MMC Card (CA).
4. Lock
- Buttons are locked when
appears in the display.
5. Repeat Setting - Displays repeat mode (No mark = NORMAL,
REPEAT ONE,
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REPEAT ALL,
SHUFFLE,
/ Stop
SHUFFLE and REPEAT, [Pre] PREVIEW).
/ Pause
6. Play Status Icon - Playing
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7. Number - Shows current track number / total number of tracks.
8. Time - Shows song’s playing time / total playing time of the song.
9. Volume - Volume control with 31 levels (larger number = louder volume).
10. Music Format - Shows “MP3” / “WMA” format music.
11. Song Title Display - Shows the name of the song.
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1-5. Battery Installation
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Slide the battery cover off as shown.
Insert one AAA battery, note the
polarities of the battery (+ and –).
Put the cover back.
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Slide to
open
Battery Safety
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Do not dispose of any battery in fire.
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Do not put the battery in a damp place.
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Please take out the battery if you don’t use
the player for a long time (over 2 weeks).
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Battery should be installed by adults for safety.
Fig. 1-5-1 Inserting the Battery
2- Software Installation
2-1. Basic System Requirements
Intel Pentium II 300 MHz or above
128MB RAM(minimum)
150MB free space in hard drive
USB port
CD-ROM drive
Operating Systems Supported: Windows 98SE or Windows Me or Windows 2000 or Windows
XP or Mac OS X 10.2.6 or above.
NOTE: For Windows Me/2000/XP users, no software installation is needed. The set is
fully plug and play. For older computers running on Windows 98SE, you will need
to install drivers from the supplied disc. For Windows 95 or earlier users, this set
will not work and we recommend you upgrade your operating system and get a
computer with a USB port.
2-2. Installing Software Driver (For Windows 98SE users only) and Utilities
For Windows 98SE only, if you have a newer system like Windows XP or Me, go to step 4.
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Turn on your computer and insert the Driver Setup disc to the CD-ROM drive.
The computer screen will display the DURABRAND welcome page.
Select “Install”, click the “Windows 98SE driver”.
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Fig. 2-2-1 Installing Software Driver and Utilities
NOTE: No driver is required for Windows Me, XP, 2000 or Mac OS X 10.2.6 or above.
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Install Windows Media Player 9.0.
If you have not installed Windows Media Player 9.0 (or later), you will be prompted to install
it or update your current version. (Details of Windows Media Player 9.0 on Pages 26-28).
The Driver Setup disc contains:
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Windows 98SE Driver
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Windows Media Player 9.0
Operating Instructions (in PDF form)
Adobe PDF Reader
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Installation is complete!
You are now ready to connect the audio player to your computer.
To Uninstall the Win98SE Driver:
Run “1. Start
2. MP-456 MP3 Audio Player
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3. Uninstall”.
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2-3. Connecting the Audio Player and Your Computer
Both PC or Mac users must use the USB cable (included) to connect the player and
computer before you can download or upload music files to the computer.
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Connect the smaller plug of the USB cable to the mini-USB port on the player as shown.
Plug only fits one way, if the plug does not match the mini-USB port, don’t force it,
just reverse it and try again.
Connect the larger plug of
the USB cable to any available
USB port on your computer.
First time connection of the
player to the computer with
Windows Me, 2000, or XP, the
computer will detect “New
Hardware” and software
drivers will be installed by
Windows automatically.
Connecting USB
with computer
UPLOADING
DOWNLOADING
Fig. 2-3-1 Connecting the Audio Player and Your Computer
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When the cable is properly connected and the computer successfully recognizes the
MP-456, the player will display “READY” on the LCD display.
You are now ready to copy music files or data to the player. It will display “WRITING”
when downloading (when you copy music files from computer to player), and displays
“READING” when uploading (when you copy files from player to computer).
NOTE: If you are using Windows 98SE, you must first install Windows 98SE driver, see
page 8.
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2-4. Downloading Music to the Player or Deleting Music from the
Player
1. Connect the USB cable to the computer and the MP3 player.
2. Click “My Computer” icon on your Windows desktop, and it will
show up as a “Removable Disk” on the Desktop of the Windows.
3. Click the “MP-456” icon to browse
for content on the built-in flash
memory. “Removable Disk” is SD/
MMC memory card. When SD/MMC
card is installed, you can open it
and transfer music or data to it.
4. Just simply copy and paste files
to the player or delete the files by
using common Windows operation
or File Manager.
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When you have finished copying
the files, see chapter 2-6.
Disconnecting the Audio Player
from Your Computer on page 13
to safely disconnect the player.
Storage of SD/MMC memory card
Storage of MP-456 built-in memory
Fig. 2-4-1 Using the Audio Player
as a Removable Drive
NOTE 1: This player does not support DRM-protected files (such as music downloaded
from some online music stores).
NOTE 2: If you cannot download music from the web site to the MP3 player directly, please
download the music to the computer and then copy the music to the MP3 player.
NOTE 3: This player can also be used as a removable drive (also known as a USB flash
drive). You can drag and drop files into the player. (Up to the limit of about
512 MB for internal memory or the capacity of the installed SD/MMC card.)
NOTE 4: If you are unable to transfer files to the SD/MMC card and you are certain
there’s available space, try copying the files to a folder instead of the root
directory.
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2-5. Storage Information of the Player
To check the storage (capacity) of the player, highlight the disc you want to check. Right
click on the mouse (press the mouse right button) and then click on “Properties”. A
Properties window will pop up displaying the storage information of the player.
Fig. 2-5-1 Storage Information of the Player
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2-6. Disconnecting the Audio Player from Your Computer
For Windows Me/2000/XP users, the player can be disconnected safely as follows:
1. Click the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon in the Windows Toolbar (on the right bottom
corner near the clock icon on your computer).
2. From the list of Hardware Devices, select the player.
3. Click “Stop” button.
4. Click “OK” to confirm.
5. Click “Close” after finished.
6. Now, it is safe to disconnect the player.
NOTE: Do not unplug the Player while there is data transferring between the player and the
computer or some data may be lost.
Click on this icon to disconnect
the USB cable safely.
NOTE: Usually a small icon will appear,
clicking this icon will show the “safely
remove hardware” screen.
Fig. 2-6-1 Safely Disconnecting the Player
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3 - Basic Operation of the Audio Player
3-1. Hanging the Earphones and Neck Strap Connection
2. After it is through,
loop the lock into
and through it.
1. Slide the thinner
end of the neck
strap into the hole.
4. Insert the lock-pin
correctly into the
earphones.
3. Pull to close the
loop.
6. Hang the Player
with the neck strap,
please note the
5. Plug the earphones
into
the
jack
earphones
are
marked
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marked R and L.
7. Insert the earphones
in your ears.
Fig. 3-1-1 Using the Hanging Earphones
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3-2. Player Power On/Off
To turn the player on, press and hold the POWER
button, the set will start to play.
To turn the player off, press and hold the POWER
button again.
Fig. 3-2-1 Player Power ON/OFF
3-3. Music Playback
When you turn on the player, it will auto playback built-in memory’s music if you have
already copied any music into your MP3 player (or it will play the 2 demo songs included).
To adjust the Volume, press the VOL– or VOL+ button.
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• To play the current track, press the PLAY/PAUSE button
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• To pause playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button
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• To stop playback, press and hold the STOP button
• To skip to your favorite music during play,
turn the MODE switch left or right. Refer to
3-5. MODE Switch Operation on page 16.
If an SD/MMC card is already inserted into the
MP3 player, when you turn on the player, it will
play the music on the card automatically, refer
to 3-6. Using an External SD/MMC Memory Card
on page 17.
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Fig. 3-3-1 Music playback
3-4. Locking the Buttons
To prevent accidental pressing of the buttons, slide the lock
button to the locked position, the lock icon will appear in
the display. All the buttons will be locked and disabled till
you slide the lock button to the unlocked position.
Fig. 3-4-1 LOCK button
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3-5. MODE Switch Operation
MODE switch can perform more than one function, a quick press or a long holding press
may be needed to do different functions.
1. Skip and Search function.
a. During play, to skip to the previous track, turn the MODE switch
to the left. To
rewind the music, turn left and hold the MODE switch
b. During play, to skip to the next track, turn MODE switch
forward the music, turn right and hold the MODE switch
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to the right. To fast
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2. Menu operation
a. To enter the setup menu, press and hold the MODE switch until the menu appears.
b. To select the menu option, turn the MODE switch left or right.
c. To confirm the selection, press the MODE switch.
d. To exit the setup menu, press and hold the MODE switch.
3. Repeat playback: during play, press the MODE switch.
4. Play mode selection: In stop mode, press the MODE switch.
Push
Turn left
Turn right
Fig. 3-5-1 MODE switch operation
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3-6. Using an External SD/MMC Memory Card (Optional - not included)
1. Turn off the player. Open the back cover, see diagram below.
2. Confirm the card is SD/MMC type and insert the card correctly as indicated in the
diagram, then close the battery cover box.
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Fig. 3-6-1 Using the External SD/MMC Memory Card
3. Turn on the player. It will play the music on the SD/MMC card automatically, the
memory icon
will show in the display (card play).
4. If you want to listen to the music on the built-in flash memory, please press and hold
the MODE switch to enter the menu and then turn the MODE switch to the left to
select the FLASH MUSIC, press the MODE switch to confirm. The memory icon
changes to
. Press the PLAY
button to start to play the music on the built-in
flash memory.
Flash memory in use
I Love You
Fig. 3-6-2 Selecting the Built-in flash memory
NOTE 1: The external SD/MMC card requires a fully charged or fresh battery to operate,
so please change to a new battery if you can’t power on when you are using
the external SD/MMC card.
NOTE 2: Be sure to turn off the MP3 player before inserting or removing the SD/MMC
card. If your set is on, it may cause some data to be lost or the set to freeze
or become inoperative. If this should happen, please take out the battery for
1 minute, then replace it and restart the MP3 player.
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3-7. Selecting Playback Mode
You can simply press the MODE switch to select repeat mode REPEAT ONE or REPEAT
ALL during play, or press the MODE switch repeatedly in stop status to select other
playback mode. Then press the PLAY button to start the playback. The playback modes
are:
1. REPEAT ONE
2. REPEAT ALL
3. SHUFFLE
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: Plays one song over and over.
: Plays all the songs over and over.
: Plays all the songs in random order.
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4. SHUFFLE and REPEAT
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: Plays all the songs in random order, then repeats
them over again, until you press STOP.
5. PREVIEW [Pre]: Plays the first 10 seconds of each song in sequence.
6. Normal playback, no mark: Plays all the songs in sequence, and the player will be
automatically turned off when all the songs have been played.
You can also select the playback mode in the SETUP menu.
1. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, then turn the MODE switch left
or right repeatedly to select SET.
2. Press the MODE switch to open the SET menu.
3. Turn the MODE switch left or right to select PLAY MODE, and then press the MODE
switch to open the PLAY MODE submenu.
4. Turn the MODE switch left or right to select the playback mode.
5. To exit the menu, press and hold the MODE switch to confirm and return to the music
play mode.
Fig. 3-7-1 Music Playback Mode
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3-8. Microphone Recording
1. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu.
2. Turn the MODE switch left or right to select MIC.
3. Press the MODE switch, start to record.
4. During record, press
button to pause record, press
button again to continue
recording.
/V002.WAV
00:01:51
Fig.3-8-1 Microphone Record
5. Press the MODE switch again, it will automatically save the recording and return to
the last menu.
NOTE: The Record file will be saved as VXXX.WAV.
The VXXX.WAV file will be placed in the path of the built-in flash and will be
called (for example): MP-456\VOICE\VXXX.WAV.
3-9. Record Playback
1. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, turn the MODE switch left or right
to select “VOICE”.
2. Press the MODE switch to enter record playing, select your recorded file by turning
the MODE switch left or right. Press
button to start or pause/stop the playing.
/V001.WAV
Fig.3-9-1 Record Playback
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3-10. Using the FM Radio (87.5-108MHz)
NOTE: The Earphone’s wire is also an FM Antenna. Adjusting the length and the
position of the earphone’s wire can improve the FM reception. Touching the earphone’s
wire during FM play may affect reception of weak stations.
1. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, turn the MODE switch left or right
to select “FM”.
2. Press the MODE switch to enter radio reception.
3. Scan the FM Station.
a. Press the MODE switch to enter the “Scan” menu.
b. Turn the MODE switch left or right to scan manually (0.1MHz/step).
c. Press
button to start automatic scan, it will stop when it finds an available
FM station.
Fig.3-10-1 FM Menu
4. Store FM station.
Fig.3-10-2 Listen to the Radio
Fig.3-10-3 Scan
a. When you find a station, press the MODE switch until the word “Store” appears on the display.
b. Turn the MODE switch left or right to select the memory position you want to store,
and then press
button. The display will show “Stored”, and then it will go back
to reception status.
c. Repeat above steps to store other FM stations.
Stored
Memory
position
Fig.3-10-4 Store FM station
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5. FM recording - This allows you to record songs from the FM radio.
a. Following steps 1-2 to enter radio reception mode.
b. Select your favorite radio station by turning the MODE switch left or right.
c. Press the MODE switch repeatedly to enter Recording, then press
start/pause FM record. After finishing, press the MODE switch to exit the menu.
The recorded file will be saved as FXXX.WAV file in the path: MP-456 flash
memory\VOICE\FXXX.WAV.
button to
/F001.WAV
00:01:51
Fig.3-10-5 FM record
/F001.WAV
6. Playing FM record files.
Please follow 3-9. Record Playback on page 19.
Fig.3-10-6 Play FM record
7. Exit FM Radio Reception.
Press the MODE switch repeatedly until “Quit” shows
in the display, press the button
music play status.
to return to the
Fig.3-10-7 Quit FM radio
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3-11. Customizing Your Player (Setting)
1. Equalizer Setting (EQ) - This adjusts the tones of your music
a. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, then turn the MODE switch
left or right to select “SET” option.
b. Press the MODE switch to enter SET submenu. Then press the MODE switch to
enter EQ submenu.
c. Turn the MODE switch left or right to select your favorite EQ mode from the 6-band
EQ: NOR(normal), Rock, Jazz, Classic, Pop, Bass.
d. To exit the menu, press and hold the MODE switch to confirm and return to normal
music play mode.
Fig.3-11-1 Selecting EQ band
2. LCD Display Contrast Setting - This adjusts the contrast of the display
a. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, then turn the MODE switch
left or right to select “SET” option.
b. Press the MODE switch to enter SET submenu. Turn the MODE switch left or right
to select Contrast.
c. Press the MODE switch to enter the Contrast setup menu, turn the MODE switch
left or right to set the contrast, the highest is 10, 5 is the default.
d. To exit the menu, press and hold the MODE switch to confirm and return to normal
music play mode.
Fig.3-11-2 Setting Contrast
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3. LCD Display Backlight Setting - This adjusts the display lighting time
a. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, then turn the MODE switch
left or right to select “SET” option.
b. Press the MODE switch to enter SET submenu. Turn the MODE switch left or right
to select Backlight.
c. Press the MODE switch to enter the Backlight setup menu, turn the MODE switch left
or right to set the background light time. The longest time is “ ”, it means the backlight
will be always on when the player is on, but it will shorten battery life very much.
d. To exit the menu, press and hold the MODE switch to confirm and return to normal
music play mode.
Fig.3-11-3 Setting Backlight
4. Power Setting - This shuts off the set if stopped or paused for a length time
a. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, then turn the MODE switch
left or right to select “SET” option.
b. Press the MODE switch to enter SET submenu. Turn the MODE switch left or right
to select Power Set.
c. Press the MODE switch to enter the Power Set setup menu, turn the MODE switch
left or right to set the automatic power off time.
d. There are 4 selections in this item: Disable, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes.
When you stop or pause the playback, the player will be turned off automatically
at the time you set.
e. To exit the menu, press and hold the MODE switch to confirm and return to normal
music play mode.
Fig.3-11-4 Power Setting
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5. Language Setting - This allows you to change the language displayed
a. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, then turn the MODE switch
left or right to select “SET” option.
b. Press the MODE switch to enter SET submenu. Turn the MODE switch left or right
to select Language.
c. Press the MODE switch to enter the Language setup menu, turn the MODE switch
left or right to select the LCD display language.
d. There are 7 possible language selections in this MP3 player:
(1) English: Shows the menu in English, shows the song title in English.
(2) Simplified Chinese: Shows the menu in simplified Chinese, shows the song
title in English or simplified Chinese characters.
(3) Traditional Chinese: Shows the menu in traditional Chinese, shows the
song title in English or traditional Chinese characters.
(4) English & European: Shows the menu in English, shows the song title in one
of the languages prevalently used in Europe with the English alphabet, such
as English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, etc..
(5) English & Korean: Shows the menu in English, shows the song title in
English or Korean characters.
(6) English & Japanese: Shows the menu in English, shows the song title in
English or Japanese characters.
(7) English & Russian: Shows the menu in English, shows the song title in English
or Russian alphabet.
e: To exit the menu, press and hold the MODE switch to confirm and return to
normal music play mode.
Fig.3-11-5 Language Setting
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3-12. Deleting Music Files
1. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, then turn the MODE switch left
or right to select DELETE option.
2. Press the MODE switch, turn the MODE switch left or right to select “Voice” or “Music”.
3. Press the MODE switch to confirm, then turn the MODE switch left or right to select
the file you want to delete.
4. Press the MODE switch to enter the delete confirm menu.
5. Press the Play button to delete the file, the display shows “DONE” or press the MODE
switch to cancel.
6. To exit the menu, press and hold the MODE switch to return to normal music play mode.
/F001.WAV
019/20
Voice
Fig.3-12-1 Deleting Music Files
3-13. Viewing the Memory Size and Firmware Version
1. Press and hold the MODE switch to enter the menu, then turn the MODE switch left
or right to select MEMORY INFORMATION item.
2. Press the MODE switch to view the memory and firmware version.
3. To exit the menu, press and hold the MODE switch to return to normal music play mode.
Fig.3-13-1 Viewing the Memory Size and Firmware Version
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4 - Using Microsoft’s Windows Media Player
4-1. Basic Information
You can install Windows Media Player 9.0 from the supplied Driver Setup disc (or it may
already be on your computer) or you can download the latest version from the internet.
Details of the Taskbar of Windows Media Player listed below:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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Fig. 4-1-1 Using the Windows Media Player
1. Now Playing - Check / listen to currently playing media tracks.
2. Media Guide - Search of media files (music, movies, etc.) online.
3. Copy from CD - Copy and convert CD Audio tracks to WMA format.
4. Media Library - Create lists and manage media files.
5. Radio Tuner - Tune into streaming radio stations.
6. Copy to CD or Device - Copy tracks to your player or to a recordable CD (CDR).
7. Premium Services - Subscribe to online music service, where search and purchase of
music tracks take place (note: this player will not play DRM protected songs).
8. Skin Chooser - Select different outlooks screen display.
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4-2. Ripping Tracks from Music CDs
Windows Media Player can also help you to build up a media library by converting your
Audio CDs to WMA* format so that you can transfer them to your MP3 player. WMA* format
condenses the files to a smaller space so that more songs can fit into your MP3 player.
1. Insert a music CD into your computer.
2. Setup WMA music encoding options by: Tools > Options > Copy Music.
Be sure not to select “Copy pro-
tect music”, otherwise the music
you recorded can not be played
on your MP3 player, WMA music
with DRM protection is not sup-
ported by this MP3 player.
Adjusting the audio quality will allow more or less
Click CHANGE to select the
songs to fit into your player. The sound will also be
position you want the recorded
better if it is a larger file (best quality) but you will
tracks to be placed.
fit less songs into the player or your memory card.
Fig. 4-2-1 Ripping Tracks from Music CDs - Setup the Parameters
* NOTE: WMA Music with DRM Protection is not supported by this audio player.
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3. Click “Copy from CD”. A list of contents of the CD will come out.
4. Click the “Check Box” next to the track you want to select (for example #2, #3, #4,
and #5) for ripping into WMA* format.
5. Click the “Copy Music” button to begin encoding the selected tracks.
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3
Fig. 4-2-2 Ripping Tracks from Music CDs - Start copying from CD
6. After conversion, Windows Media Player will automatically save the recorded tracks
to the position you selected, and you can copy your favorite music to your MP3
player according to the steps on page 11.
7. You can also download the songs on the internet.
* NOTE: WMA Music with DRM Protection is not supported by this audio player.
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5 - Helpful Information
5-1. Troubleshooting
Symptoms
Causes
Solutions
Replace battery with fresh alkaline
battery. Battery life with a fresh
Battery is weak (it may test
OK on tester but it is weak
for MP3 operation).
battery is about
8
hours for
Set does not play
normally.
continuous play (rechargeable
battery has 1/2 of that life).
This MP3 player can only play MP3
and WMA files. You can’t play AAC
files or WMA files downloaded from
protected online stores.
The type of the files is not
supported on this MP3
player.
Dead or weak battery.
Replace battery with fresh one.
Slide the lock button to OFF.
MP3 Player will Lock button is on.
not turn on.
The external SD/MMC card
will need more battery current
to boot.
Replace battery with fresh one.
The MP3 Player
shuts down during
normal operation.
Battery is weak.
Replace battery with fresh one.
Increase the VOLUME by pressing
VOLUME control is too low.
Weak battery.
No sound from
earphones.
VOL
.
Replace with a fresh battery.
Re-copy the music using a slower
speed.
Music was not copied correctly.
Sound skips or
is distorted.
Download or create the MP3/WMA
file again. Be sure to create WMA
file with no copy protection.
The MP3/WMA file may be
corrupted or damaged.
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Symptoms
Causes
Solutions
Ring tones or audio
interference.
Cell phone may be too close Move cell phone away from the
to the set. MP3 player.
Incorrect operation or Take out the battery for 1 minute,
memory card was inserted or then replace it and restart the MP3
The set cannot
play properly or the
set is dead.
removed during play.
player.
Lower the VOLUME control by
Music is too loud.
Low battery.
pressing the VOL – button.
Sound is distorted.
Replace the battery with a new one.
Slide the lock button to the unlocked
position.
Buttons do not work.
The keys were locked.
Memory is full.
Erase some files you don’t need (see
page 11) or install an SD/MMC
memory card (see page 17).
Cannot transfer
files.
Try putting the files into a folder rather
than the root directory. Verify the SD/
MMC card is operating correctly,
consult with the SD/MMC manufacturer.
Directory and subdirectory
limitations.
Contact your computer maker for
information regarding the USB jack
on your computer.
Cannot find the
USB jack on the
computer.
Some computers (older
ones) do not have a USB
jack.
No display shows. Battery is dead.
Replace the battery.
Only about 490 MB The MP3 operating system
shows as available occupies about 22 MB of This is normal for all MP3 players.
in MP-456.
space.
Your
computer
MP3 player is plugged into
the computer.
Do not keep MP3 player plugged
in while rebooting the computer.
takes a long time
to boot up.
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5-2. Technical Specifications
MP3 Decoding Format ...... Constant or Variable bit rate (8~320kbps),
Sampling frequencies 8-48 kHz
WMA Decoding Format ...... Constant bit rate (5~192kbps), Sampling frequencies 8-48 kHz
Internal Flash Memory........ 512MB
NOTE: Some of the 512MB memory is used by the operating
system. The actual memory available is less than 512MB as
in all MP3 players.
External Memory Support... SD/MMC card (not included)
LCD Display ......................128 x 64 Large size Dot Matrix Reverse LCD display
LCD Back-Light .................White back-light
USB Interface ...................USB 2.0 FULL SPEED (mini-5P USB connector)
Maximum Output ...............5mW + 5mW @32 ohms
FM Frequency Range ........87.5 - 108.0 MHz
FM Record Format .............ADPCM format
Voice Record Format .........WAV format, IMPCM/MSPCM/PCM, Mono 8k sampling rate
Language ........................ English, simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese, English &
European, English & Korean, English & Japanese, English & Russian
Operating System ..............Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP, Mac OS X 10.2.6 or above
S/N Ratio ..........................>50 dB
THD ................................. 0.01~5%
Frequency Range ............. 20Hz~20 kHz
Battery ............................. 1 x AAA alkaline battery (included)
Maximum Playing Time ..... 7~8 hours on one alkaline battery (MP3 file played at 128kbps)
Working Temperature......... 0-45 oC
Dimensions........................67x48x16 mm / 2 5/8“ x 1 7/8“ x 5/8” (LxWxD)
Weight...............................37g, 1.3 oz (without the battery)
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5-3. Important Safety Instructions
1. Read and keep these instructions. Follow all instructions. Heed all warnings.
2. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use or operate this set in or near
water or wet locations. Do not spill liquid on this set.
3. Set should not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on the set.
4. Do not disassemble or modify this set. No user-serviceable parts are inside.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
5. Servicing is required when the set has been damaged in any way, such as when
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen onto the set. If the set has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped, it may also need
servicing. Do not use in places exposed to strong magnetic or electrostatic fields
(close to TV or speakers). Do not use in places where the humidity is excessively high.
6. Risk of explosion, damage or battery leakage is possible if the battery is replaced
incorrectly or by an incorrect type. Never attempt to charge a non-rechargeable alkaline
battery. Dispose of used batteries according to instructions or local laws.
7. Use of earphones while operating a vehicle is not recommended and is unlawful in
some states and areas. Stop operating this set if you find it disruptive or distracting
while operating any type of equipment.
8. Listening to music at full power over extended periods of time can be damaging to the
hearing of the user. Listen at the lowest comfortable level.
9. Do not clean the set with solvents, chemicals or abrasive cleaners. If necessary, use
a soft cloth to clean the set, only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
10.Battery should always be installed or removed by an adult for safety.
11. Do not leave the battery installed in the set if the set will not be used for long periods
(over 2 weeks) of time (sometimes batteries leak).
12.Do not put foreign objects like paper clips or coins into the memory slot, because
this will damage the set.
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5-4. Product Care
1. Exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures may cause damage to the player or
cause it to malfunction. Do not expose the player to direct sunlight continuously or
leave it in a vehicle with the doors and windows closed. The case may become deformed
or discolored or the player may malfunction. Do not use the player near an open flame.
2. If moving from a cold environment to a warm environment, let the player’s temperature
stabilize before operation.
3. Keep dirt, sand, dust, and moisture from entering the player. Do not use in areas of
excessive dust.
4. Do not use in places where the humidity is excessively high.
5. Do not drop or subject the player to shock.
6. If interference occurs close to radios or televisions, move the player away from them.
7. Cell phones near this set may cause this set to have ring tones or other sounds
interfere with your music. Keep cell phones away from this set.
5-5. FCC & ICES Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and complies with Canada ICES-
003 Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC and Canada ICES-003 Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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5-6. Copyright and Licenses
© 2006 DURABRAND All rights reserved. Marketed by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Bentonville,
AR 72716.
DURABRAND shall not be liable for any errors contained herein or for any damages
arising out of or related to this document or the information contained herein, even if
DURABRAND has been advised of the possibility of such damages. This document is
intended for informational and instructional purposes only. DURABRAND reserves the
right to make changes in the specifications and other information contained in this
document without prior notification. DURABRAND disclaims any obligation to update
the information contained herein.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson
Multimedia.
This product includes technology owned by Microsoft Corporation and cannot be used
or distributed without a license from Microsoft Licensing, Inc. Microsoft, Windows Media,
and the Windows Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and/or other countries.
All other product names may be trademarks of the companies with which they are
associated.
This product is manufactured by a wholly owned subsidiary of Daiwa Associate Holdings
Ltd for DURABRAND for distribution by customers of DURABRAND.
Daiwa Associate Holdings Ltd and/or her wholly owned subsidiary are licensee of
Sisvel, MPEG-Audio, for using MPEG audio compression technology in this product
and are authorized by Adobe to distribute “Adobe Reader®” and Microsoft to distribute
“Windows Media Player®” together with this product.
Warning - Use of this product is for your personal use only. Copying CDs or download-
ing music files for sale or other business purposes is a violation of copyright laws. It may
also be a violation of copyright law to download files without the permission of the
copyright owner.
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5-7. Demo songs
Music provided courtesy of Balboa. http://www.BalboaNYC.com
Lillies and Stray (Instrumental) written and performed by
Loam Disher, Torello Disher, Robb Bruns and Tate Overton.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
We warrant this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use
for a period of 1 year after purchase and we will repair it free of charge or replace it at no charge,
should it become defective under this warranty, providing you submit proof of purchase (sales slip)
with the set.
During the initial 1 year period after original purchase, we will service the set that is returned
to LENOXX ELECTRONICS CORP, prepaid, at no charge. After the initial 1 year period expires, we
will exchange, at no charge, any part that is defective, but will charge for the cost of labor, return
postage paid by Lenoxx.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been subject to misuse, neglect or
accident. This warranty does not cover broken earphones or cabinet. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES WILL LENOXX ELECTRONICS CORP. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. The following charges apply to repairs beyond the warranty period: $30.00. Be
sure to pack carefully and return postage paid insured together with your money order (personal
checks will not be accepted) and sales receipt to: LENOXX ELECTRONICS CORP., 35
BRUNSWICK AVENUE, EDISON, N.J. 08817, USA
We reserve the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement.
The descriptions and characteristics given in this document are given as a general indication and not
as a guarantee. In order to provide the highest quality product possible, we reserve the right to make
any improvement or modification without prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference
on all product and operation details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.
For customer service
Dial: 1-800-315-5885
(MONDAY - THURSDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM EST)
or Visit Our Website: http://www.lenoxx.com
or Email: [email protected]
© 2006 LENOXX ELECTRONICS CORP.
35 BRUNSWICK AVENUE
EDISON, N.J. 08817, USA
MADE & PRINTED IN CHINA
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