MSI MegaStick 520 User manual

MSI
MEGA STICK 520
Multi Function MP3 PLAYER
User’s Manual

Table of Contents
Safety Instructions...................................................................................................... 4
Chapter 1. Introduction............................................................................................. 5
How to Use This Guide ...................................................................................... 6
Unpack ............................................................................................................... 7
Chapter 2. Getting Started ........................................................................................ 8
Overview ............................................................................................................ 8
LCD Display ...................................................................................................... 9
Insert a Battery.................................................................................................. 10
Battery Consuming Reference ................................................................ 10
Hold Switch...................................................................................................... 10
USB Flash Disk .................................................................................................11
LED Flashlight ..................................................................................................11
Belt Clip ............................................................................................................11
SRS....................................................................................................................11
Chapter 3. Driver & Utility Installation ................................................................. 12
Connect MEGA STICK 520 to Computer ....................................................... 12
Hardware Installation for Windows 98SE............................................... 12
Install Utilities................................................................................................... 13
Utilize the Utility .............................................................................................. 13
Firmware Updating................................................................................. 13
Format MEGA STICK 520..................................................................... 15
Safety Remove MEGA STICK 520 from Computer........................................ 16
Chapter 4. Basic Usage ............................................................................................ 17
Power On and Off............................................................................................. 17
Editing Sound Tracks (Files) ............................................................................ 18
Music Playback ................................................................................................ 19
Normal Playback..................................................................................... 19
Select the Next or Previous Track (File).................................................. 19

Fast-Forward or Rewind ......................................................................... 19
Volume Adjustment................................................................................. 19
Delete a Track (File)................................................................................ 20
Delete All Tracks (Files) ......................................................................... 20
EQ Settings....................................................................................................... 21
SRS......................................................................................................... 21
Repeat Settings ................................................................................................. 22
Voice Record.................................................................................................... 23
Activate Voice Recording Function......................................................... 23
Play a Recorded Voice File ..................................................................... 23
Delete a Recorded Voice File .................................................................. 24
Delete All Voice Files.............................................................................. 24
Language Learning Function............................................................................ 25
Operation Menus .............................................................................................. 26
Other Settings ................................................................................................... 28
Backlight................................................................................................. 28
Contrast................................................................................................... 28
Power Off................................................................................................ 29
Record Rate............................................................................................. 30
Startup Logo............................................................................................ 30
Language................................................................................................. 31
Appendix A. Specifications...................................................................................... 32
Appendix B. Driver and Utilities CD ...................................................................... 33
Appendix C. Screen Editor...................................................................................... 34

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Safety Instructions
1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User’s Guide for future reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
4. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.
5. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a
service personnel:
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment has not worked well or you can not get it work
according to User’s Guide.
The equipment has been dropped and been damaged.
6. If you need to format the device, please select FAT16 or FAT32.
7. Do not change the default folders in the MEGA STICK, or the device might
function abnormally.

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Chapter 1. Introduction
Congratulations on becoming a new user of the MEGA STICK 520. Your new
MEGA STICK 520 will improve the convenience of storing your personal data and
the enjoyment of using various audio functions. We are proud to tell our users that
MEGA STICK 520 is thoroughly tested and certified for unsurpassed dependability
and customer satisfaction.
MEGA STICK 520 is a high performance portable digital audio player that enables
users to play MP3 or WMA audio files. MEGA STICK 520 also works as a
portable USB data storage device that enables users to store their personal data in the
memory of MEGA STICK 520. Here are the main distinguishing features of
MEGA STICK 520:
zDigital Audio Player - supports MP3 and WMA audio files.
zVoice Recording - provides synchronous recording function for voice, and the
recorded files will be stored in WAV format.
zLanguage Learning Function - enables users to repeat a particular section
during normal playback. With this function, users are able to pay attention on
the repeated playback and to achieve the result of learning language.
zUSB Flash Disk - allows users to store personal data into memory of MEGA
STICK 520.
zSpecial Design - slide the Flashlight Switch to turn on the built-in Flashlight,
and MEGA STICK 520 becomes a flashlight to you. The Belt Clip make you
be able to take MEGA STICK 520 anywhere you want to.
Thank you for choosing MEGA STICK 520. We hope you will continue to turn to
us for additional quality products as your personal needs and interests grow.

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How to Use This Guide
This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to install and
operate your MEGA STICK 520. We assume that those users whose operation
system is at least Windows 98 or 98SE are familiar with their OS, and are capable to
follow the step-by-step instructions to install the driver of the MEGA STICK 520.
For users who are not able manage the operation system properly, it is suggested to
learn more about Microsoft Windows by referring to your Microsoft Windows
manual before installing the provided driver.
Chapter 1, Introduction, tells you the descriptions of all the accessories of the
MEGA STICK 520. Please check if you have all the accessories included when
you open the packing box. If any item is damaged or missing, contact the vendor
where you purchased the MEGA STICK 520 directly.
Chapter 2, Getting Started, introduces the function keys on the MEGA STICK 520,
and tells you how to insert an AAA battery into the battery container located on the
back of the MEGA STICK 520.
Chapter 3, Driver and Utility Installation, describes how to install the MEGA
STICK 520 and the specially designed utility for your new the MEGA STICK 520.
Chapter 4, Basic Usage, describes how to use the MEGA STICK 520 in a various
way. It is recommended to read this chapter carefully before using the MEGA
STICK 520.
Appendix A, Specification, provides the specification and accessories of the MEGA
STICK 520.
Appendix B, Driver and Utilities CD, explains the CD-ROM usages.
Appendix C. Screen Editor, tells you how to operate the Screen Editor tool to edit
your own start up logo on MEGA STICK 520.

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Unpack1
1. MEGA STICK 520 (Portable Digital Audio Player)
2. Earphone
3. USB Extension Cable
4. Quick Installation Guide
5. AAA Battery
6. Driver Disk
1The accessories come with MEGA STICK package may be different from those shown above.

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Chapter 2. Getting Started
Overview
1. Battery Cover Slide open to insert an AAA size battery here.
2. Hold Switch Switch to hold position to prevent any accidental
operation while the device is recording or playing.
3. Belt Clip Use the clip to hand the device on your belt or pocket,
and you can take it easily.
4. Flashlight Switch Switch to turn on/ off the flashlight.
5. USB Connector Cap Detach the cap before connecting the MEGA STICK
520 to the computer.
6. USB Cap Belt Keep the Cap be always with the device.
7. USB Connector Connect it to an USB port or one end of USB cable.
8. Power On/Off Press to Power On/ Off the MEGA STICK 520.
Play/Pause In music playback mode, press to play or to pause.

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9. Volume+/- Press +/- button to increase or decrease volume level.
10. MENU Press down the button or push it to the right or to the
left to make various adjustment.
11. REC Press to start or stop voice recording.
12. Fn Press to enable the section repeat function
13. MIC Internal Microphone.
14. LED Flashlight The LED Flashlight comes out here.
15. Earphone Jack Plug the earphone here.
LCD Display
1. Lock Switch Indicates when the Hold function is enabled.
2. Playback Status Displays the music or voice files playback status.
3. Volume Displays the volume status.
4. A to B Repeat Indicates when A to B section repeat function is enabled.
5. Repeat Mode Indicates the repeat mode which includes Normal, Repeat
One, Repeat All, Shuffle, and Shuffle Repeat.
6. Equalizer Indicates the EQ mode settings which include Normal,
Classical, POP, Rock, and Jazz.
SRS Shows
when the SRS is enabled.
7. Battery Status Indicates the Battery Status.
8. File Name Displays the current file name that is being played.

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Insert a Battery
1. Gently detach the USB connector cap, and you will find that the cap is attached
to the main set with a special design string to avoid losing it.
2. Slide the battery cover.
3. Insert an AAA battery and make sure the battery is inserted into the correct
alignment.
4. Slide back the battery cover.
5. Press the Play/Pause button to power on MEGA STICK 520, and then check
the capacity of the battery.
6. If you cannot read the Battery Status on the Display when the battery is
inserted, please return to step 1 and once again make sure the battery is inserted
into the correct alignment.
Battery Consuming Reference
Category of Battery Recording Playing
AAA Alkaline
1280mA/hr battery
Average 16 hours for voice
recording
Average 18 hours for audio
playback
Note: 1. Alkaline battery is recommended when using this Drive.
2. Take out the battery if you will not use this Drive for long time.
Hold Switch
MEGA STICK 520 provides a Hold Switch for preventing any accidental touching
while MEGA STICK 520 is recording or playing. Once the Hold Switch is slide to
the lock position, all function keys on MEGA STICK 520 will be disabled instantly.

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USB Flash Disk
Users are able to save personal data in various formats to MEGA STICK 520. The
MEGA STICK 520 is small portable hard disk. To save data to MEGA STICK 520,
simply connect it to computer, and use Windows Explorer to manage your data.
Even if the battery ran out, you can still use the MEGA STICK 520 as an USB flash
disk. Only remember to press Play/Pause [] button to let system configure it.
Note: If you need to format the device, please select FAT16 or FAT32.
LED Flashlight
MEGA STICK 520 provides a LED flashlight function. Slide the Flashlight switch
and you can turn on the LED flashlight.
Belt Clip
MEGA STICK 520 provides Belt Clip. Clip the Belt Clip on your belt or pocket,
and you can take the MEGA STICK 520 anywhere you want to.
SRS
Besides EQ selections, MEGA STICK 520 provides the SRS (z)(Sound Retrieval
System) effect. Enable it in Setting Menu, audio will be playing in surround-sound.

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Chapter 3. Driver & Utility Installation
Connect MEGA STICK 520 to Computer
1. Remove the USB connector cap.
2. Plug one end of the supplied USB cable to your computer, and plug the
other end to MEGA STICK 520.
3. Once MEGA STICK 520 is connected to the computer, MEGA STICK
520 should be detected by the operation system automatically.
Note: If the operating system of your computer is Windows 98SE, a driver
for MEGA STICK 520 will be required.
Hardware Installation for Windows 98SE
When MEGA STICK 520 is connected to a computer with Windows 98SE
operating system, the system will detect the new hardware, and ask for a driver
to be installed. To install the driver, place the supplied driver disk into the CD
drive. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

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Install Utilities
The supplied Driver CD includes a MEGA STICK 520 specialized driver. It is
recommended to install even if your operating system is Windows 2000 or XP.
Then, your system can recognize and fully support this device. The driver
program includes a utility for upgrading the latest firmware provided by MSI
website. Simply insert the supplied disk into the CD drive, and then follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Utilize the Utility
Once the Utility is installed, you will be able to updating the firmware or format
your MEGA STICK 520.
NOTE: THIS IS AN ADVANCED OPERATION. NORMAL USERS ARE
NOT RECOMMENDED TO PERFORM THIS OPERATION!
Firmware Updating
To update the firmware, download the latest firmware from MSI website first,
and place the downloaded firmware under [Program files -> MSI -> MS-5520]:
1. Connect MEGA STICK 520 to your computer with supplied USB cable.
2. Go to [Device Manager], find [MS-5520 USB Device] in [Disk Drive] to
check connection. If failed, you can not find it. Repeat step1 to re-connect.

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3. Select [Start -> Programs -> MSI MS-5520 MEGA STICK -> Update] to
load the firmware.
4. After loading firmware, you can see an update dialog.

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5. Deselect Format Data Area to update the new firmware without formatting
MEGA STICK 520. Select Format Data Area to update the new firmware
and format MEGA STICK 520 at the same time.
6. Press Start button to start updating the new firmware.
Format MEGA STICK 520
To format MEGA STICK 520, please refer the connecting instruction mentioned
previously to connect MEGA STICK 520 to your computer first. Once you
connect MEGA STICK 520 to your computer, you may format MEGA STICK
520 with the format tool offered by Windows.
Note: Use the firmware update utility to format MEGA STICK 520 can ensure the
format quality.
Note: If you format MEGA STICK 520, the data and files stored inside will be all
erased!
Note: If you need to format MEGA STICK by other format utility, please select FAT16
or FAT32 format.

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Safety Remove MEGA STICK 520 from Computer
After managing the files or updating firmware, you have to follow the steps to
safety remove the MEGA STICK 520, to prevent system or device corrupt:
1. While an USB device is connecting to computer, there will be an icon
on the task bar. Double click the icon to bring the Safely Remove Hardware
dialog box. You can find all the devices connected on the display. To
remove MEGA STICK 520, close all the programs related, and click USB
Mass Storage Device and Stop button.
2. Then you see a window as below, click USB Mass Storage Device and OK
3. There will be the following message, and you can remove the device now.

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Chapter 4. Basic Usage
Power On and Off
1. Press the Play/Pause [] button once to turn the power on. When power
on MEGA STICK 520, a power on icon and a startup logo will be shown on
the display.
2. To power off MEGA STICK 520, press and hold the Play/Pause [] button
until the power is switched off.
Note that it takes about three to five seconds to turn the power off.

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Editing Sound Tracks (Files)
1. Press the Play/Pause [] button to power on MEGA STICK 520. If there
is no sound track added in the memory of this drive, you will see the message
as below on the screen.
2. Remove the USB connector cap, and connect the MEGA STICK 520 to your
computer by the supplied USB cable.
3. Once MEGA STICK 520 is connected to the computer, you will see the screen
shown as below.
4. Select the desired tracks (files) from your computer using Windows Explorer,
and copy them into MEGA STICK 520. While the selected tracks (files) is
transferring to MEGA STICK 520, the message will shown as below.
Note: Disconnecting MEGA STICK 520 from the computer while transferring
might cause file corrupt or system failure.
5. You can also get the files stored from the MEGA STICK 520. While the
selected tracks (files) is transferring from the MEGA STICK 520 to your
computer, the message will shown as below.
6. You can add, delete, or edit a folder on MEGA STICK 520 as do to hard drives.
In other words, MEGA STICK 520 is a portable hard disk.

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Music Playback
Normal Playback
1. Press the Play/Pause [] button to play the current selected file.
2. During playback, press the Play/Pause [] button again to pause the
playback.
Select the Next or Previous Track (File)
1. During playback, push the Menu button to the right once to play next track.
2. Or, push the Menu button to the left once to go back to the previous track.
Fast-Forward or Rewind
1. During playback, push the Menu button to the right and hold the position to
fast-forward the current track.
2. Push the Menu button to the left and hold the position to rewind the current
track.
Note: : Playing, : Pause, : Stop, : Recording, : FF Seek,
: REW Seek state.
Volume Adjustment
1. Press the Volume Up or Down button to adjust the playback volume.
2. You may check the LCD Display to see the Volume status.

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Delete a Track (File)
1. Press down the Menu button once, and push the Menu button to the right until
DELETE FILE appears on the display.
2. Press down the Menu button once and then push the Menu button to select
DEL MUSIC.
3. All files will be displayed by sequence, switch the Menu button to the right or
to the left to select Yes to delete the file shown on the Display, or select No to
skip to the next file, or select EXIT to leave the current screen.
Delete All Tracks (Files)
1. Press down the Menu button once, and then push the Menu button to the right
until DELETE FILE appears on the display.
2. Press down the Menu button once, and then push the Menu button to the right
or to the left to select DEL ALL MUSIC.
3. Once you read DEL ALL MUSIC on the screen, press down the Menu button.
Push the Menu button to the right or left to select Yto delete all music files if
you are sure about it, or select Nto leave the current screen. Note that it may
take several seconds to delete all of the files.