Emtec C=205 User manual

C-205 MP3 PLAYER
User guide

Preface ...................................................................EN-2
Liability exemption statement ............................EN-2
Important ...............................................................EN-3
Safety precaution .................................................EN-3
Features of the product .......................................EN-4
Alist of accessories.............................................EN-4
Product drawing and function keys ..................EN-4
Description of LCD display .................................EN-5
Operating instructions .........................................EN-5
Operating instructions of function keys...........EN-6
•Play music ....................................................EN-6
•Pause mode..................................................EN-7
•Stop mode....................................................EN-7
•Lyric mode....................................................EN-7
•A-B repeat.....................................................EN-7
• Volume adjustment.......................................EN-7
Connected to the computer ................................EN-8
•Computer system requirement .....................EN-8
• USB connection............................................EN-8
•File upload and download ............................EN-9
Introduction to basic functions..........................EN-9
•Power on/ off ................................................EN-9
•Key lock ......................................................EN-10
System setting ....................................................EN-10
•Play function setting ...................................EN-10
•EQ setting ...................................................EN-10
•Repeat setting.............................................EN-10
• Lyric Mode..................................................EN-10
•Contrast setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN-10
•Power off setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN-11
•Backlight setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN-11
•Upgrade OS ................................................EN-11
•Version........................................................EN-11
Firmware upgrade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN-11
Main menu tree diagram....................................EN-12
Customer support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN-12
• Trouble shooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EN-12
Specification........................................................EN-13
If you have any questions about this product, you can email to www.emtec-international.com
Regulatory Information:
This device complies with part 15 of FCC 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.
FCC Notice:
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 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 commu-
nications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfe-
rence to radio and 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:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
For Customers in Europe
This product conforms to the following European Directives: 89/336/EEC (EMC Directive)
This product complies with EN55022/A1:2000 and EN 55024/A1:2001 for use in the following areas: residential, commercial and light industrial.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Declaration of Conformity
Model : C-205

Thank you for purchasing C-205 MP3 Player.
Emtec introduces the new C-205 MP3 player that uses MMC/SD card memory cards to play your favorite
music. There is no pre existing type flash internal storage.
Just copy the music you want from your computer to the C-205 MP3 player, and push a button to start
listening. It's so simple - without any software or drivers.
You can also use it as a traditional thumb drive storage device. Just plug it into your computer and save
or download whatever files you want.
We try to provide products with appearance identical to the pictures included in this manual, but the real
one may more or less differs from the pictures. Please see the real product for reference.
The PC we mentioned in this manual, except special notice, refers to desk computer or notebook computer
with Windows operating system; all products, devices, MP3 player we mentioned in this manual, except
special notice, refer to MP3 player.
To make copies or publish this manual in whatever means or in whatever forms without the written
authorization from Emtec is forbidden. Emtec reserves all rights.
Emtec is not responsible for data loss, revision of the device or other indirect losses resulting from mal-
operation, maintenance, batteryoverflow or other accidents. Emtec will not be responsible for restoration
of the personal data lost in th card.
Emtec devotes to improving the function and performance of their products. The functions
described in this manual are subject to change for the purposes of technical progress with special notice.
PREFACE
1. All the information written in this manual was produced with our company's careful caution, but there
still may be some mistakes. Emtec will not be responsible for this maybe mistakes.
2. Since we cannot control users' understanding of this manual, Emtec will not be responsible for any
accident or other loss caused by misunderstanding of this manual. Wewill also not be responsible
for any loss caused by using our product or the claim by the third party.
3. Emtec will be responsible only for the inherent problem of the device, but not for data loss, revision
of the device or other indirect losses resulting from mal-operation of software, maintenance or other
accidents. Emtec will not be responsible for restoration of the data lost.
4. Emtec reserves the right of modifying the software, hardware and user manual of this device without
special notice.
5. To make copies, publish, transfer,store in traceable system, or translate to any other languages without
written authorization from Emtec is forbidden.
LIABILITY EXEMPTION STATEMENT

1. Do not drop the player or give a hard impact, it could cause malfunction.
2. Do not subject the player to high temperature or direct sunlight.
3. Keep it far away from humid place.
4. Do not disassemble it.
5. Use dry cloth to clean the player.
6. Do not contact chemicals such as benzene or diluents.
7. Take the battery out if left unused for a long period.
IMPORTANT
Before using this device, please carefully read and understand every safety instruction listed in this chapter,
and observe them strictly in future use to ensure that the device provides you with pleasure and
entertainment for a long time.
1. Read carefully all the attached user's materials, and fully understand the operation guide and warnings
of this device.
2. Check if the contents in the packaging of the device are consistent to the packing list. If not, please
contact the dealer immediately.
3. When it is left unused for a long period of time, the batteryshould be taken out from batterychamber.
If liquid leakage of battery is detected and the device works abnormally, please do not dismantle
the device for cleaning, which may lead to irremediable damages to the device. In this case, please
do not hesitate to contact Emtec customer service center for technical support and help from Emtec
professional servicemen. But Emtec shall take no liability for damages resulting from battery liquid leaka-
ge.
4. This device is a hi-tech electronic product, which should keep away from heat, cold and moisture when
being used. Special care should be taken to observe the following points:
a) The device should not be exposed to strong sunlight, and should keep away from heat sources.
b) Avoid using the device outdoor at low temperature for a long period of time.
c) The device should not be placed in the environment of extra-humidity; Care should be taken
so that water and other liquids arenot spilled onto the device. If it happens, the device should be
switched off immediately.
d) The device should not be used in dust-plagued or very dirty places.
e) Do not clean the device with any type of detergent containing chemical elements or other solutions
in order to avoid damages from corrosion or moisture. If necessary, please clean it with soft cloth
or paper slightly.
5. Do not use the device in strong magnetic field, strong electric charge or electromagnetic interference
environment in order to prevent data from being lost.
6. Do not drop the device on the ground or suffer from fierce impact from other objects, which may lead
to unnecessary loss.
7. The device should be opened under no circumstances. The manufacturer takes no liability for damages
resulting from unauthorized tampering.
SAFETY PRECAUTION

This device is a new generation of multi-functional MP3 player, which can play music (MP3 and WMA) files
stored in MMC/SD card. It can also serve as a MMC/SD card reader. This multi-functional MP3 player is
practical and innovative. We list some major functions and features here for your reference:
•Playable formats: MP3, VBR MP3, WMA and PD DRM WMA
•Flashless MP3 player enables and transferring of audio and non- audio files.
•Negative LCD display VA30 x 9mm with LED backlight
•ID3 tag, song title on display
• No Built-in flash memory
•USB 1.1 connector via supplied cable
•No driver required for file/audio transfer
•MMC/SD card slot up to 2GB
•5-way switch control button
•Lyric display support
Note:
This player is internally flashless. It operates only with external SD/MMC card.
FEATURES OF THE PRODUCT
1. Stereo earphone
2. Mini - USB cable
3. User manual
4. 1xAAA (LR03) Battery1.5V
5. Necklace
ALIST OF ACCESSORIES
PRODUCT DRAWING
AND FUNCTIONS KEYS
Earphone jack Key lock
Mini USB jack
Card slot
5-way key-up,
down left, right,
play/pause key
Power on/off
Menu key
A-B key
Hole for lanyard

You are recommended to hold the device like this way :
Open the battery
door in this direction.
Place one AAA battery
into the battery
compartment.
Pay attention to the polarity
OPERATING INSTRUCTION
DESCRIPTION OF LCD DISPLAY
Note:
The movement of signal strength represents the volume level of each beat within a song.
The wider the frequency band, the higher the volume level.
HARD ICONS
BATTERYINSTALLATION
Close the battery door.
Ato B Repeat one Repeat All Repeat shuffle Key lock Battery indicator
Repeat shuffle
Key lock
Battery indicator
Song title
Signal strength
Total time of the song
Repeat All
Repeat on
Ato B
Play status
Elapse time

Important :
Only insert or remove the card when the player is turned off, otherwise, the data may be crashed
or damaged. Emtec will not be responsible fot data lost or card damage.
Note :
In stop mode, there is an icon " " in front of the song name in the display.
SD/MMC CARD PLACEMENT
Note :
Short press-----press the key for less than one second
Long press-----press the key for more than one second
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OF FUNCTION KEYS
UNDER STOP MODE
Place & push your MMC/SD
Card in this direction until
you hear a click sound.
Pay attention to the card
direction.
The card will be protruded
alittle bit. This is normal.
Push inwards again
to release the card.
PLAY MUSIC
Short press "Play" key to start playing music.
Action Menu Play Up Down Left Right
Long Press Power OFF - Increase volume Decrease volume - -
continuously continuously
Short Press Enter the Play Music Increase Decrease Previous Next
setting mode volume volume Song Song
Signal strength
Elapsed time of current song

Notes :
1) For non-English song name, only track no. will be displayed.
2) It supports only WMA with bit rate 32 kbps or above.
Notes :
Only LRC Lyrics format is suported.
UNDER PLAY MODE
Short press "Play" key to start playing music.
PAUSE MODE
STOP MODE
LYRIC MODE
After long pressing "Menu" key to enter "setting mode", short press "Left" / "Right" key to select "Lyric
mode" to display lyric. To go back to Play menu, long pressing "Menu" again to enter the lyric mode,
and select "No" to disable it. This function only works during playback.
A-B REPEAT
When music file is being played, shortpress "Menu" to set the startpoint for repeat, and shortpress
"Menu" again to set the end point, the device will begin repeating the A-B section. Short press "Menu"
for the third time to cancel A-B repeat, and continue playing the current file.
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT
Adjust the volume by pressing"Up"and"Down"
1. Volume can be selected among 0~15 levels.
2. Press the key shortly to adjust the volume section by section; long press on the key to adjust the volume
continuously.
Action Menu Play Up Down Left Right
Long Press Enter the Stop Increase volume Decrease volume Fast backward Fast forward
setting mode continuously continuously scan scan
Short Press Start / End Pause Increase Decrease Play Previous Play Next
A-B Repeat volume volume Song Song
Short press «play» key
Play mode Pause mode
Play mode Stop mode
Long press «play» key
select
Yes

COMPUTER SYSTEM REQUIREMENT
1. Microsoft Windows 98/Me/2000/XP
2. CD-ROM driver above 2X
3. Pentium CPU above 233MHz
4. With RAM memory above 32MB (if the operating system is Windows XP, the RAM should be above 64MB)
5. Hard disk space should be above 20MB
6. Port USB1.1 or above
7. Connecting to internet (necessary only when the software needs to be firmware upgraded)
The device can be connected to the computer via USB cable as below:
USB CONNECTION
This player is a mass storage device. It does not need driver installation for PC connection.
However for Windows 98 OS, it needs to install the driver. Obtain the Windows 98 driver from
the following website: www.emtec-international.com
CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER
Connect mini USB cable
to the USB port of your PC
Note :
It is recommended to power on the unit before connecting to PC.
Important:
Please power on the unit beforeconnecting to PC.
When the device is connected to the computer,LCD will display as below:
Notes :
1) The device will unlock the power pin when it enters the USB mode (i.e. it will turnoffwhen
the USB cable is unplugged.)
2) Beforeunplugging the unit from the USB connection with PC, please make sure that
to "safely removed" the device on the windows desktop.
USB cable is connected USB cable can’t be removed
when downloading begins
USB cable can be removed
when downloading ends

FILE UPLOAD AND DOWNLOAD
After the device is connected to the computer for upload/download, no special operation other than simple
"drag-drop" is needed.
1. Double click "my computer" in Windows, you will find a new icon "removable disk", which represents
your MP3 player (the card).
2. If you want to download files to the device from your computer, just drag the desired files to "removable
disk", which represents your MP3 player.
3. You can also upload the files in your MP3 player to your computer.
4. During uploading / downloading, keep the USB cable connected to the computer. Plug it out from USB
port when the uploading / downloading is completed.
5. The device can store all types of files in addition to music files.
Notes :
1. When transferring files to the player, be sure to copy them from your hard drive to the player.
If you move or cut the files from hard drive and paste them to the player, the files will no longer
exist on your hard drive.
2. Using Windows Explorer, data files can be transferred from the player to a PC.
3. Data files that arestored on the player cannot be browsed using the player's interface.
4. Another alternative to avoid connection with PC is to have the content copied to the card using
your existing card reader.
POWER ON/OFF
POWER ON
ASD/MMC card has to be inserted into the device before long pressing"Menu" key to start it.
When powered on, it enters "Play mode". Please preload song to the card first.
INTRODUCTION TO BASIC
FUNCTIONS
Important:
1) If no card is inserted into the device, there will be a prompt "No Card!" after it powers on as
below:
2) Only insert or remove the card when the player is power off, otherwise, the data may be crashed
or damaged. Emtec will not be responsible for data lost or card damage.
Song name and singer
No. of song
Total no. of songs
in the player
Total time of a selected song

POWER OFF
Long press"Menu" key under the STOP status, the device will be shut down automatically.
KEY LOCK
When "Hold" is pressed, all the keys can't work. Turn "Hold" switch to the left, there will be an icon of " "
at the upper right corner of LCD. With key lock function, mal-operation shall be prevented.
PLAY FUNCTION SETTING
Various settings are available under stop, play/pause mode. Under the STOP status, short press "Menu" key
to enter menu, including EQ, Repeat, Lyric, Contrast, Power off, Backlight, Upgrade OS and Version etc.
Under play/ pause mode, press "Menu" key to enter menu settings.
Note:
The setting will get back to the default setting after the device is powered off.
Short press "Menu" again to return to Play mode under the STOP status. Long press "Menu" to turn
offthe device. Press "Up" or "Down" keys to select various functions. Shortpress "Play" key to enter.
EQ SETTING
Therearefive kinds of equalize modes "Normal, Classic, Pop, Rock, Live" available.
Short press "Left" or "Right" key to select various options.
REPEAT SETTING
The device has four repeat modes i.e. "Normal, repeat one, repeat all and repeat shuffle" as below:
LYRIC MODE
Select lyric mode as the figure below:
CONTRAST SETTING
You can set the contrast of LCD. Short press "Up" / "Down" key to increase/decrease the contrast of LCD.
Shortpress "Play" key to save change and return.
SYSTEM SETTING
Short press «Up»/«Down» key
Select
Yes

POWER OFF SETTING
When the device is playing, the time (in minutes) for auto power off (1m, 5m, 10m, and Off) or sleep off
(15m, 30m, 60m and Off) can be preset.
BACKLIGHT SETTING
When the device is playing, the time (in minutes) for auto power off (1m, 5m, 10m, and Off) or sleep off
(15m, 30m, 60m and Off) can be preset.
Note:
when the player is running out of power, the backlight will become dimmer.
The battery should be replaced to make it resume the normal status.
UPGRADE OS
It's for firmware upgrade purpose. For detail instruction, please refer to the webpage
www.emtec-international.com
VERSION
It indicates the version of the firmware of the device. You can check this version for customer service
purpose or check new version no. here after firmware upgrades.
Firmware upgrade file and upgrade procedures are available from the below website
www.emtec-international.com
You are recommended to check the availability of new firmware release version to perform upgrade
periodically to enhance the performance of the player.
Note :
1) Disconnection during firmware upgrading may cause failure to the device.
2) Do not change the file name or extension of the upgraded files.
FIRMWARE UPGRADE
For example

EQ mode
Main menu display
Normal
Classic
Pop
Rock
Live
Repeat setting
Lyric setting
Contrast setting
Power off setting
Backlight setting
Upgrade OS
Version
Normal
Repeat one
Repeat all
Repeat Shuffle
Yes
No
5s
15s
30s
Allways On
15
30
60
Off
1
5
10
Off
Upgrade
Cancel
1-6
Power off
Sleep off
MAIN MENU TREE DIAGRAM
For any question, or if you need assistance, please visit our website www.emtec-international.com ;
there you can find our Hotline’s Phone number.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
1. The device does not work or LCD does not work.
1) Check if there is enough battery power.
2) Check if the polarities of batteryarecorrect.
2. The device does not respond to key press
1) Check if it is in the status of "Key lock"
2) If it is in "Key lock", all the keys can not work.
3. It can not play MP3 files
1) Check if there is a MP3 file in the SD/ MMC card.
2) Check if the player is in Play mode.
4. A-B repeat fails
This function only works when a music file is being played.
5. After the device is connected to the computer,thereis not a player icon on the computer.
Connect correctly to the computer via USB cable. Make surethat the device has been correctly
installed by checking the "device manager" of the computer.
CUSTUMER SUPPORT

Dimensions (LxWxD) 53 x 53 x 16 mm
Weight 35 g (battery not included)
Supported card memory capacities from 128 MB to 2 GB
Power supply 1 x AAA battery for 12 hours of playtime
PC interface Mini USB (USB 1.1)
Play formats MP3, WMA, and PD DRM
Signal to noise ratio SNR > 90 db
Frequency Response (-3db) 20-20 KHz
Total harmonic distortion THD < 0.1 %
Channel separation > 50 db
Earphone output 10 mW per channel
EQ modes Normal, classic, pop, rock, live
Compliance FCC and CE
Operating temperature 0 to 45°C / 32 to 113°F
Storage temperature -5 to 50°C / 23 to 122°F
Relative humidity 5-95%
Operating altitude Up to 20.000 ft
SPECIFICATION