Apacer Technology Audio Steno AU822 User manual

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for clarification. We are not responsible for any losses resulting from using this
product no matter what the reason.
The guarantee and repair information is on the warranty card.
Read the contents of this manual before operating the product.
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Table of Contents
Before using the AU822................................................................................5
1.1 Important Notices.............................................................................5
1.2 Safety Notices..................................................................................5
2Welcome!.................................................................................................7
3Features highlights...................................................................................7
4Introducing the AU822.............................................................................8
5Charging the device.................................................................................8
5.1 Battery indicator...............................................................................9
6Turning the player on or off......................................................................9
7Screen display .........................................................................................9
8Screen display .......................................................................................10
8.1 Entering menus..............................................................................10
8.2 Browsing the menus ......................................................................10
8.3 Navigating through sub-menu options ...........................................10
9Menus....................................................................................................10
9.1 Main menu.....................................................................................10
9.2 Menu screens................................................................................11
10 Playback controls...................................................................................11
10.1 Controlling the volume...................................................................11
10.2 Playing and pausing audio files .....................................................11
10.3 Pausing and stopping recording ....................................................11
11 Key operation.........................................................................................12
11.1 Keys and functions ........................................................................12
11.2 Operating the keys.........................................................................12
12 Playing music.........................................................................................13
12.1 To play music/audio files:...............................................................13
12.2 To change the equalizer settings...................................................13
12.3 Lyrics synchronization....................................................................14
13 Playing AMV files...................................................................................14
13.1 Converting files to AMV format......................................................14
13.1.1 Overview................................................................................14
13.1.2 Installing and launching the converter tool.............................15
13.1.3 Selecting the audio/video files to convert...............................16
13.1.4 Playing the selected the audio or video file............................17
13.1.5 Converting the audio/video file...............................................18
14 Voice recording......................................................................................28
15 Voice mode............................................................................................29
16 Converting ACT voice recordings to WAV files......................................29
17 FM radio.................................................................................................30
18 Browsing JPEG pictures........................................................................31
19 Setup .....................................................................................................32
19.1 Setting the time..............................................................................33
19.2 Screen setting................................................................................33
19.3 Setting the language......................................................................33
19.4 Setting the auto power off time......................................................34
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19.5 Setting the replay mode.................................................................34
19.6 Setting the contrast........................................................................34
19.7 Using On-line Mode.......................................................................34
19.8 Viewing the player memory............................................................34
19.9 Firmware version ...........................................................................34
19.10 Firmware upgrade.......................................................................35
20 Using e-Book.........................................................................................35
21 Using the USB drive functionality...........................................................36
22 Upgrading the player firmware...............................................................36
23 Miscellaneous settings...........................................................................38
23.1 Changing the directory (on stop playing sub-menu) ......................38
23.2 Deleting files (on stop playing sub-menu)......................................39
23.3 Changing the playback mode (play sub-menu)..............................40
23.4 Adjusting the song tempo (play sub-menu)....................................41
23.5 Selecting the replay mode (play sub-menu)...................................41
23.6 Using the follow and read function (not available in playback).......41
23.7 To use the contrast mode (not available in playback mode)..........42
23.8 Replay times (play sub-menu).......................................................42
23.9 Repeat duration (play sub-menu) ..................................................42
24 Privacy Space function ..........................................................................43
25 Troubleshooting.....................................................................................46
26 Considerations.......................................................................................46
27 Technical specifications.........................................................................47
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Before using the AU822
1.1 Important Notices
1. Please be reminded that before you start up the system for the device
for the first time, please connect the device to the PC through the USB
cable and turn the ON/OFF switch to the “ON” position to charge the
internal battery.
2. Before connecting the device to the PC or charging the battery, please
make sure the ON/OFF switch is at the “ON” position so the PC can
detect the device.
About Battery
3. AU822 has a built-in, high-performance, rechargeable battery. The
battery should only be replaced by a qualified technician.
4. The rechargeable battery has a limited number of charge cycles.
Battery life and number of charge cycles will vary depending on
temperature, usage and settings.
5. If you have problems with battery life or if the battery needs to be
replaced, please consult your nearest Apacer dealer.
About hearing damage
6. To prevent hearing damage, please avoid using the headphones at a
high volume. Doctors and hearing experts advised against continuous,
loud and extended play.
1.2 Safety Notices
1. To prevent electrical shock or other injury, please do not disassemble
or repackage this product.
2. To prevent fire, electrical shock, or device malfunction, please do not
use this product in a wet environment such as a shower room.
3. This product is an electronic device; please avoid dropping it or
subjecting it to other severe shocks.
4. When transferring files, do not turn the power off or restart this device.
No responsibility is provided for any damage to or loss or any program,
data, or other information stored on any media or any part of this
device serviced hereunder.
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5. Remember to set the volume at a moderate level. Listening to music
at high volumes can impair your hearing.
6. For your safety and the safety of others, do not use headphones while
driving, cycling or any other similar activities.
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2 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the Apacer AU822 MP3 player!
This versatile MP3 player supports MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-3 and WMA
music formats for superior audio file compatibility. With built-in equalizer and
high-color LCD screen, you can experience a luxurious and handy gadget with
superior acoustic quality.
The Apacer AU822 supports a stylish design that offers a digital audio
masterpiece for the new generation. With Apacer AU822, you are assured of a
satisfying digital sound experience.
3 Features highlights
•Bright and vivid color LCD makes easy and comfortable menu navigation.
•Supports a variety of audio file encoding including MPEG-1, MPEG-2,
MPEG-3 and WMA.
•Flexible firmware allows easy upgrading over the Internet so you get the
latest functions and support.
•Supports JPEG image browsing through the large LCD.
•Stylish design and incredibly thin form factor is perfect for portability and
music-on-the-go requirements.
•Stereo FM radio (optional) features auto preset, manual preset and can
save up to 40 stations (20 each band) to make your radio listening
easier and enjoyable. You can also record FM radio while you listen, for
value-added functionality.
•Doubles as a USB 2.0 flash drive with no drivers needed (Windows
2000 or higher OS).
•The Privacy Space feature allows you to divide the player's space into
two partitions, and lock one partition for complete data and file
confidentiality.
•Voice recording capability lets you store recordings in .WAV or .ACT
format through the built-in microphone.
•Features skipping and comparison repeat for track repeat functions.
•Offers up to seven preset equalizers includingNatural, Rock, Pop,
Classic, Soft, Jazz and DBB (optional).
•Plenty of playback mode options including Normal, Repeat one, Folder,
Repeat folder, Repeat all, Random and Intro.
•Configurable automatic power off, sleep and switch off time.
•Colorful and vivid screen animation makes it fun and easy to operate.
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4 Introducing the AU822
5 Charging the device
The AU822 comes with a rechargeable Li-polymer battery. You must charge
the battery for at least 1 hours before initial use. You can charge the AU822 in
two ways:
•Connect the device to an available USB port on your PC
•Use the AC adapter to charge it directly from a power outlet
IMPORTANT!
You must position the key to ON to enable battery charging.
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5.1 Battery indicator
The battery indicator on the right corner of the display tells you the battery
status.
Icon Description
The player battery is fully-charged. The icon gradually loses its
shade as you use the player.
The player battery has low power and needs to be recharged. A
LOW POWER! warning appears on the LCD display when the
player has very low battery power.
IMPORTANT!
•You must turn the player on while charging the battery.
•After charging the player battery via the AC adapter,
disconnect the adapter plug from the power outlet, then
disconnect the other end of the adapter from player DC-IN
socket to exit from USB mode.
•Turn the player off when not in use.
6 Turning the player on or off
To turn the AU822 on, position the switch to ON and wait for the
power-on animation to appear. To turn the player off, press and hold until
the LCD display turns off.
7 Screen display s
EQ mode
Bit rate
Repeat mode
Battery indicator
Play mode
Song/singer name
Order of the song
File format
Program mode icon
A-B repeat
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8 Screen display
8.1 Entering menus
To enter main and sub-menus:
1. Press to display the current function.
2. Press to enter the main menu when the player is in stop mode.
Press button to enter the sub-menu when the player is in play or stop
mode.
8.2 Browsing the menus
To browse the menus:
1. Press , then press / to select the desired menu.
2. Press , then press and hold / to fast rewind/forward while the
player is playing the song.
8.3 Navigating through sub-menu options
To navigate through the sub-menu of a main menu item: press to enter.
9 Menus
9.1 Main menu
Music playback AMV playback Voice recording Voice
FM radio Photo browser Setup E-Book
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9.2 Menu screens
Music mode AMV mode Voice playback Voice recording
FM radio Photo browser Setup E-Book
10 Playback controls
10.1 Controlling the volume
1. Press to display the volume icon in the music/video mode window.
2. Press to decrease volume or press to increase the volume.
3. Then, press again to confirm the volume after adjustment.
10.2 Playing and pausing audio files
1. When in Music mode, press to begin playing the first audio file.
2. Press
to pause while playing.
10.3 Pausing and stopping recording
1. When the player is in Voice Recording mode, press to pause
recording.
2. Press and hold for 2 seconds to stop and save recording.
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11 Key operation
11.1 Keys and functions
Keys Functions
Turns the player on or off
Plays, pauses and stops audio, video and image play
Wakes the player up from sleep mode
Enters and selects menus
Controls the volume
Selects the next music/audio file
Fast forwards the currently playing music/audio file
Decreases the volume
Selects the previous music/audio file
Rewinds the currently playing music/audio file
Increases the volume
11.2 Operating the keys
There are two methods of pressing the keys: press once or press and hold.
Unless otherwise specified, press the button means press the key once.
•Press once - press the key once to enter a command or function.
•Press and hold - press and hold the key more than 1.2 seconds, then
release to enter a command or function.
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Section 2: Using the AU822 Player
12 Playing music
12.1 To play music/audio files:
1. Connect the earphone plug to the earphone jack.
2. Press to put the player in Music mode.
3. Press to play the first music/audio file.
4. Press to play the previous music/audio file.
5. Press to play the next music/audio file.
6. See section 10.1 Controlling the volume for details on how to adjust
the volume.
12.2 To change the equalizer settings
1. When the player is in Music mode, press to enter the Music sub-
menu.
2. Press or until the EQ mode menu is selected.
3. Press to enter EQ mode menu.
4. Select from six equalizer presets.
EQ setting Abbreviation
Natural NRT
Rock ROC
Pop POP
Classial CLR
Soft SOF
Jazz JRZ
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DBB DBB
5. Press or to select an EQ setting, then press to confirm. The
selected equalizer option appears in the EQ field in the Music screen.
12.3 Lyrics synchronization
The AU822 supports dynamic sliding lyrics (.lrc files) which you can view as
the songs play. A lyrics file must have the same as the song. For example,
lyrics to the song Yesterday Once More.mp3 must be saved as Yesterday
Once More.lrc.
To determine if the current song has available lyrics:
1. Play the song following the instructions from the previous section.
2. Locate the lyrics file that matches the song.
3. Press and hold to enter the Lyrics screen. The sliding lyrics
displays on screen.
4. Press , then press or to view the lyric files manually.
5. Press to return to the Music screen.
13 Playing AMV files
Follow the instructions in the previous section to play AMV files. When playing
AMV files, only the following keys are functional:
Key Functions
Press and hold to turn the player off
Press to play or stop the AMV playback
Press and hold to enter the main menu
Press to select the next track
Press to select the previous track
13.1 Converting files to AMV format
13.1.1 Overview
Video clips must be converted to AMV file format for playback. The provided
tool converts video clips with the following extensions to AMV:
•AVI format (*.avi)
•Windows Media format (*.asf)
•MPEG-1 format (*.mpg, *.mpeg)
•MPEG-2 format (*.vob)
•RealPlayer format (*.rm)
•Quicktime format (*.mov)
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13.1.2 Installing and launching the converter tool
To install the converter tool to your PC:
1. Check if your PC meets the following requirements:
•Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP OS
•Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher
•Microsoft DirectX 9.0 or higher
2. Turn on the PC, and then place the installation CD in the optical drive.
The system automatically begins driver installation.
3. Follow screen instructions to complete installation.
NOTE
If the installation does not start automatically, go to the root directory
of the installation CD, and then double-click on the Setup.exe file to
begin installation.
4. After installation, launch the application by clicking Start > Program >
MP3 Player Utilities > AMV Converter Tool.
NOTE
•The AMV Player is automatically installed and could be used to
playback AMV files.
•Place the mouse over the buttons to display a help balloon for
easy identification.
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13.1.3 Selecting the audio/video files to convert
To convert audio/video files to AMV:
1. Launch the AMV Converter Tool
2. Click after the Input File field.
3. Locate the audio/video files, then click on the Files of type field to
select the correct file format.
4. Choose one or several audio/video files, then click Open.
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5. Information on the audio/video file including the file path, state and time
span appears in the AMV Converter Tool window. Refer to the
illustration below.
13.1.4 Playing the selected the audio or video file
The AMV Converter Tool allows you to playback the selected audio or video
file depending on the installed CODEC. Playing the audio/video file before
conversion tells you if the system has the available CODEC for that particular
file type. Refer to the Considerations section for details.
To play a selected audio/video file:
1. Click on an audio/video file from the list, then click the play button to
play the file.
During audio/video file playback, the progress bar displays the file status. The
audio/video file status now changes from Unconvert to Success and the
Time column displays the actual playing time.
2. Click the Stop or Pause buttons to stop or pause the playback.
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NOTE
•When the audio/video file status changes to Success, the
system has an available CODEC for that particular file type.
You can now proceed to the converting process.
•It is recommended that you play the selected audio/video file
before conversion to confirm playback capability.
13.1.5 Converting the audio/video file
To select the audio or video files for AMV conversion:
1. Select the audio/video files from the list by clicking the box before the
file. You can select as many audio/video files to convert from the list.
Unchecked audio/video files will not be converted.
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OR
Right click on an audio/video file, then click on Select from the pop-up menu.
2. To delete the audio/video file from the list, select the audio/video files
you want to remove, right-click on the file, then select Delete from the
pop-up menu. The file(s) is(are) removed from the list.
To change the destination folder for AMV converted files:
1. Click to change the converted output file destination. The default
AMV converted file destination is: C：\.
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2. Select the destination for the converted AMV file from the Browse for
Folder window, then click OK.
The selected path appears in the Output File field.
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