IRiver PMP-120 User manual

Instruction Manual
Portable Multimedia Player
Model PMP-100 Series
Thank you for purchasing the product.
Please read the manual carefully before use.
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Model PMP-100 Series
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with any companies, institutions, products, people and events through
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observing the copyrights and intellectual properties.
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Windows Media Player are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
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Neither the Manufacturer, importers nor dealers is responsible for any
accidental damage including bodily injury or any damage resulting from
misuse or unsuitable operation by you.
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The information on this manual is prepared with the current player
specifications. The manufacturer, iRiver Limited, is adding new features
to the product and may persistently apply new technologies hereafter.
All standards may be changed at any time without notice.
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Welcome
Obtain information about your player, look for updates, and find
answers to questions at our web site.
iRiver website address is www.iriver.com.
The site provides product information and customer support.
Use the firmware (system software) upgrade function of our
products from the site to continuously improve the product
performance.
Thank your for your iRiver purchase.
The PMP-100 comes complete with a long list of advanced features.
It is important that you read the manual to ensure that you get the most
out of your new player.
Thank your for your iRiver purchase.
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http://www.iRiver.com
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Copyrights
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Certification
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Trademarks
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Limited Liability
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CE, FCC, MIC

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Handling notices for safety
Product
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Handling notices for safety
Electricity
Please read before using for your safety.
Do not overload a single
power circuit.
Overheating or fire can result.
Do not kink or crease the
power cable or place heavy
objects on the power cable.
Fire can result from damaged
power cables.
Do not handle power plug
and adapter with wet
hands.
Electrical Shock may result.
Firmly plug the adapter into
the wall socket.
Fire can result from improper
use.
Unplug the AC adapter
during electrical storms.
Electrical Shock may result.
Use only the supplied AC
adapter. Use of non-
authorized power adapters
is not recommended.
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.
Unplug adapter when it s
not in use.
Fire can result from improper
use.
Immediately power off the
player and unplug the AC
adapter if water or other
liquids are present.
Fire can result from improper
use.
Immediately power off the
player and unplug the AC
adapter if smoke or odors
emit from the player or
adapter.
Fire can result from improper
use.
Avoid contact with water
and other liquids and dry
immediately with a soft
cloth should contact occur.
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.
Do not use water or
chemicals to clean the
player. Clean the surface
with a soft cloth.
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.
Do not clean with chemical
or detergent. It damages
the surface and scraps
paint.
Do not use excessive force
on the buttons or attempt
to disassemble the device.
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.
Keep out of direct sunlight
and extreme heat and cold.
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.
Do not drop or subject the
device to impact.
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.
Do not place objects inside
the device other than CD s
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.
Do not place heavy objects
on the device.
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.
Keep away from harsh
environments including
humid, dusty, and smoky
areas.
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.

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Handling notices for safety
Do not use headphones /
earphones while cycling,
driving, or operating any
motorized vehicle.
It is dangerous and is illegal in
some areas.
Reduce volume while
walking, especially at
pedestrian crosswalk.
Do not use headphone /
earphones at high volume.
Hearing experts advise against
listening to continuous, loud
and extended play.
Reduce volume or stop using
the player if you experience a
ringing in your ears.
Hearing experts advise against
listening to continuous, loud
and extended play.
Do not use at high volume
for continuous listening.
Hearing experts advise against
listening to continuous, loud
and extended play.
Included earphones
include soft covers for your
comfort. They may be used
with or with out covers at
your preference.
Keep headphones / earphones
cords under control at all
times. Cords may get caught
on a variety of objects and
cause damage or injury.
Product
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Handling notices for safety
Do not disassemble or
modify.
Keep the player away from
strong magnets.
Damage to your player may
result from improper use.
Do not simultaneously
connect the earphone jack,
Line-In/Out jack, and USB
jack to one device (i.e. a
PC). The product's power
may be turned off.
The following icons are displayed to indicate HOLD status.
: The HOLD function is set in both the player and the remote control
(Option).
: The HOLD function is set in the player.
: The HOLD function is set in the remote control (Option).
When stopped or in recording standby mode, the player automatically
turns off according to the setting of “STOP POWER OFF” on the
Setup.
If the player is disconnected suddenly or turned off during file transfer,
it may cause data loss and an error screen may appear on the player.
If this happens, attach the player to your PC and run the Windows
Scan Disk utility.
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3.5inch 260,000 Color TFT LCD
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Movies and videos come to life on the 3.5 inch color TFT LCD screen.
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Full color menus make for easy navigation.
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Supports 38 languages including traditional and simplified Chinese.
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Built-in help screens for guidance in every function.
Portable Entertainment + Home Theater
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Store and play movies, video, music, pictures, and more.
All on the built-in color display.
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FM Tuner and FM recording
Built in FM tuner with memory presets and automatic searching.
Record from any FM station using the FM recording function.
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Advanced Audio recording
Record voice notes and make recordings from external audio equipment (CD
players, tape decks, etc.) with the Line-In recording feature.
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TV Out
Take your videos with you and watch them on the big screen. Use the
TV out plug to attach to any TV or video screen to view videos, movies,
and picture files.
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Detachable Li-ion Rechargeable battery.
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Onboard speaker
Listen to music or movies without earphones thorough the built-in
speaker.
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1-1. Features Before using
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1-1. Features Before using
Data sharing without a PC - USB Host
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Data sharing without a PC - USB Host
USB Host allows for transfer from certain portable devices without the
need of a computer.
The Browser function allows the PMP-100 series player to interface
with other USB devices such as Digital Cameras and External Hard
Drives.
Some devices, even with UMS support, may not be compatible with the PMP-100 series.
Please visit our web site for more details about compatible devices. Future devices may
be supported via firmware upgrades to the PMP-100, but no compatibility guarantees are
made by iRiver or your device manufacturer.
Portable Hard Drive with USB 2.0 and USB Host
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External hard drive
Works just an external USB 2.0 hard drive for storing and transferring
files to almost any PC.
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Easy to use - Easy Navigation/Playlist
Easy to locate movies, songs, playlists, and pictures. PMP supports up
to 999 folders for the ultimate in organization.

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1-2. Components Before using
Accessories may change without notice.
PMP-100 series
Remote Control (Option)
Earphones and CoversAC Adapter
Installation CD
USB Device Cable
Manual/Warranty form
(Quick Start Guide)
Audio Line-In Cable
AV Cable
USB Host Cable
Rechargeable Battery
(1EA)
Carrying Case
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Firmware Upgrade/Multi-Codec Player
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Constant state-of-the-art performance - firmware upgrade
Latest features and fixes available with firmware updates.
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Full featured Multimedia Player
The PMP-100 will play movie files (MPEG4, XviD encoded AVI and ASF) ,
photo files (JPG, BMP) and music files (MP3, WMA, ASF, WAV) on the
built-in LCD screen.
Powerful Sound Options
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5 Preset and 1 User set equalizer
Select one of the 5 preset EQ (Normal, Rock, Jazz, Classical, Ultra Bass)
or set your own with the User EQ.

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2-1. Locating the controls Getting started
Player : Rear/Bottom View
Battery lock
Detachable Rechargeable battery
Strap
Stand
USB port (USB2.0 DEVICE)
USB port cover
USB port (USB1.1 HOST)
Line in / AV out jack
TV/HOLD/LCD switch
Reset
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2-1. Locating the controls Getting started
Player : Top/Front view
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earphones jack
Strap
DC IN 5.0V jack
Rechargeable battery
HELP ( ) button
REC (
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POWER ON/OFF ( ) button
, , , , SELECT buttons
Speaker
HDD indicator
Charging indicator
LCD screen
Microphone
PLAY/PAUSE/STOP (
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NAVI ( ) button
A (A-B) button
B (EQ/MODE) button
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Functions are similar.

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2-2. LCD screen display Getting started
Function selection mode
Video : Playing video files.
Photo : Viewing photo files.
Music : Playing music files.
Radio : FM radio listening.
Record: Recording from the microphone or connected equipment
Setup: Customizing the function setting.
Browser : Searching folders/files
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2-1. Locating the controls Getting started
Remote Control (Option)
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Remote Control Jack
Clip
Volume -/Down
Volume +/Up
Remote control hold switch
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2-2. LCD screen display Getting started
Music playback
File name
Artist
Folder name (Title)
Hold indicator (Machine /
Remote control<Option> / Both)
Volume level
Battery indicator
Clock
Playback mode/status
Progress bar
Play time (Elapsed l Remain)
Level meter
EQ mode
Bit rate
Sample rate
File Format
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Photo view
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2-2. LCD screen display Getting started
Battery indicator
Elapsed time
Progress bar
Clock
Volume level
Total playing time
Magnification of photo
Symmetry
Rotation angle
File information
File name
Playback
mode/status

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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
about battery indicator
If the battery is fully discharged, the red
battery icon is displayed on the LCD.
If the battery is fully discharged...
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Low Battery will appear when the player is
powered on if the battery is low on charge.
The player will power itself off.
Charge the player again before use.
Fully charged
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used
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Fully discharged
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If the player turn off because the battery is all worn out, please turn on the
player after connecting the AC adapter and charge over the 20 second.
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If the battery is detached while the player is operated by AC adapter, the
player is turned off for system protection.
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FM radio mode
Recording Mode
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2-2. LCD screen display Getting started
Stereo/Mono
Channel
Frequency Range
Total preset number
Region
Preset
on/off
Free space
Bit rate
Record status
Record File Name
Sample rate
Recording file format
Record elapsed time
Source

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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
Charging
Charging by using USB cable
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Push the USB lock to open the
protective cover.
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Connect the USB cable to the
player ‘s USB Device Port.
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The light will turn off when
charging is complete.
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Connect the USB cable to the
PC’s USB port.
A charging indicator light will
illuminate while the player is
charging.
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The charging time : Approx. 4 hours (At full discharge)
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The playback time : Approx. 4 hours (Video)
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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
Charging
Charging by using AC adapter
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Use only the AC Power Adapter supplied with the player.
The AC operating voltage of this player is 100~240V, 50/60Hz.
Connect the AC adapter to the
player's DC IN 5.0V connector.
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Connect the AC adapter plug to a
power socket. (AC adapter for this
player is 120~240V, 50/60Hz.)
If a power source is connected when
the player is turned off, a charging
indicator light will illuminate while the
player is charging.
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Press and hold the POWER
button while charging to start
the player in Function selection
mode.
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The light will turn off when
charging is complete.
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Connecting the remote control (Option)/earphones
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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
1. Connect the remote control (Option) to the socket on the top of the player.
2. Connect the earphones jack to the earphone socket of the remote control
(Option).
Connecting to audio equipment
Line-In : Connect external input devices for Line-In audio recording.
1. Connect the Line-Out or earphone socket of the external device to the
Line-In/Video out socket of the player with the Line-In cable.
2. Use the recording feature to record with the desired setting.
See Page 66 for Audio Recording instructions.
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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
About the Rechargeable battery
Detaching the rechargeable battery
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Slide the battery onto the player until it locks into place.
Press the lock to release the battery and slide it out of the player.
Attaching the rechargeable battery
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Charge and store the battery at room temperature.
It may not charge properly in hot or cold temperature environments.
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Do not attempt to disassemble the battery.
Do not expose the battery to open flame.
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These activities could cause the battery to explode resulting in serious injury.
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Do not contact the connectors of the battery to metal objects, or an electrical
shock may occur.
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Operate the software
PMP Manager installation
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Insert the Installation CD into the CD-
ROM drive.
The installation will start automatically.
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Click “Next” to continue installation.
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If the product is connected, disconnect it
from the PC and press the "OK" button.
The message is displayed even if the
product is not connected to the PC.
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Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP will recognize the PMP-100
as a USB drive automatically and you can use the player without installing
PMP Manager. Look for the "PMP" drive by opening My Computer.
For Windows 98 SE users, the PMP Manager must be installed for the
computer to recognize the player.
All users must install PMP Manager to use the Database function.
Select the folder to Install.
Click “OK”.
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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
Connecting to a TV
1. Select TV from "TV/HOLD/LCD" switch.
2. Connect AV cable with player as shown on the diagram below.
3. Connect RCA jack to the TV as shown on the diagram below.
(Yellow - Video, White - Audio L.ch, Red - Audio R.ch)

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Operate the software
Connecting to a PC
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Connect the USB cable (provided) to the USB port of your PC.
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Turn on the player, open the
protective cover of the USB port, and
connect the USB cable.
“CONNECTED” icon will appear on
the LCD screen of the player.
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After installing iRiver Music Manager
from the CD and connecting the
player to your PC, "Found New
Hardware" screen is displayed.
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Type AType B
USB port on the PC USB port on the player
(USB2.0/Device)
USB cable
Type A
Type B
Select “Install the software
automatically (Recommended)” and
click “Next”.
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Complete the driver installation after installing the PMP Manager software.
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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
Operate the software
Click “Next” after confirming the
installation folder.
The installation is in process.
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Click “Finish” after the installation is
completed.
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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
Operate the software
Installing the device driver manually (Windows98 SE only)
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If the player is not recognized by the
PC, an "Add new hardware wizard"
window is opened. Click the "Next"
button.
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Click the "Search for the best device
driver (recommended)" and click the
"Next" button.
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Click ‘the specify a location’ option
and click the "Browse" button.
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Select the installation folder that
includes the iRiverH.inf file
(C:\Program Files\iRiver\PMP100\
drivers) and click the "OK" button.
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Operate the software
If a "Hardware Installation" warning
message appears, click "Continue
Anyway". (Windows XP)
The iRiver software driver will not cause
any damage to your computer.
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Windows XP and Windows 2000 will
display a "Device Attached" icon.
Windows may ask to install a driver for the
PMP. Please follow the provided driver
installation guide on the following page.
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Once installed, open Windows
Explorer and an additional drive
should be listed called “PMP-100”.
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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
Operate the software
To copy/delete files/folders
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The player will show up as a new
drive in Windows Explorer.
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To copy files/folders
Click and Drag files from the PC to the
player.
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To delete files/folders
To delete files or folders from the
player, select the files (folders) to be
deleted and press "Delete" on the
keyboard. Click “Yes” when asked to
confirm the delete.
When deleting files, some computers will
move them to the Recycle Bin on your
desktop. Be sure to empty your PC's
Recycle Bin to make sure the space on the
PMP is available for new file transfers."
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When the player is attached to a computer for an extended period of
time, be sure to plug in the AC adapter.
Low batteries can prevent proper functioning of the player.
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Operate the software
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2-3. Connecting and installation Getting started
When the folder is located, click the
"Next" button.
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Click the "Next" button.
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Click the "Finish" button to finish the
installation.
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Turning on/off the player
Turning on the player
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3-1. Basic operation Basic operation
Connect the remote control
(Option) or earphones.
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Press and hold the POWER
button to turn on the player.
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The following icons are displayed to indicate HOLD status.
: The HOLD function is set in both the player and the remote control
(Option).
: The HOLD function is set in the player.
: The HOLD function is set in the remote control (Option).
When stopped or in recording standby mode, the player automatically
turns off according to the setting of “STOP POWER OFF” on the
Setup.
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Put the HOLD switch to LCD
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Operate the software
Safely removing the player from the PC
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Click the “Safely removing device” icon
in the PC tray.
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Click “Stop iRiver PMP-100-Driver (X)” or “Safely Remove TOSHIBA
MK1 3GAL USB Disk Drive (X:)”. (Where X is the drive letter
assigned to the PMP) Click the following popup message.
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Click the Confirm button in the hardware safe removal window
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Disconnect the USB cable between
the player and host PC.
The following message is displayed in
the LCD screen.
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The tray icon may be hidden in some Windows XP operating system settings.
Click the "Display hidden icon" to view the hidden icon.
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Hardware safe removal may not be available while using some applications such
as Windows Explorer or Windows Media Player. Please close all applications
using the player before the hardware safe removal process.
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In some Windows XP operation system settings, hardware safe removal is
temporarily unavailable due to some internal system communication.
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DISCONNECTING
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3-1. Basic operation Basic operation
Sound control
To turn off the player, press and
hold the POWER button.
Turning off the player
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Turning on/off the player
Selecting the function
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Press SELECT button to execute
the selected function.
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When powered on, the Function
menu will display.
Press or button to choose
the desired function.
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Video Playing video files
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Photo Viewing photo files
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Music Playing music files
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Radio Listening FM station
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Record Recording voice/audio
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Setup Setting the functions
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Browser Searching folders/files
Adjusting the volume
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During the music or video file
playback, press button to
increase or decrease volume
level.
<Browser>

Playing a video file(s)
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3-2. Playing video file(s) Basic operation
Continue to use
buttons and SELECT to
highlight additional files in the
current folder.
Moving to a different folder will clear
all currently highlighted items.
Clicking SELECT on a previously
highlighted item will clear it from
the current list.
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Press and hold the SELECT
button to open a pop-up menu.
Choose "Select All" and press
SELECT to highlight all items in
the current folder.
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Press the button to play the
selected file directly or press
the SELECT button after
selecting “Play” on the pop-up
menu.
The highlighted files begin playing.
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3-2. Playing video file(s) Basic operation
Playing a video file(s)
Playing a video file
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Press and hold the POWER
button to turn on.
Function selection screen is
displayed.
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Use button to choose
Video and press SELECT.
Press the B button to choose
"Browser" or "Playlist" to search for
files. Only video files will appear on
the lists.
Browser: Look for files on the player.
Playlist: Display or create a list of
files to play."
The playable files with the selected
program are only displayed.
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Use the buttons to
locate a video file then press
SELECT to highlight the file for
playback.
Press button to enter the folder.
Press button to go the upper
folder.
If a folder is selected, all files in the
folder and all files in any sub-folders
will be added to the list.
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<Playlist>
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