Perception Digital PD-099 Series User manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction..................................................................................................................... 2
Copyright notice........................................................................................ 3
Safety information..................................................................................... 3
Precautions................................................................................................ 5
In the Package................................................................................................................. 6
Specifications................................................................................................................... 7
KnowingYour Portable MP3 Player............................................................................ 8
Name of parts............................................................................................ 8
Inserting battery........................................................................................ 9
Turn on MP3 player................................................................................ 10
Turn off MP3 player................................................................................ 10
Operating Controls........................................................................................................11
Operating in music mode..........................................................................11
Operating in radio mode............................................................................13
Operating in voice mode.......................................................................... 15
Detailed Controls...........................................................................................................17
Switching modes.......................................................................................17
Playing music or voice files......................................................................17
Recording..................................................................................................18
Menu Settings................................................................................................................ 20
Menu settings in Music mode...................................................................20
Menu setting in Radio mode.....................................................................22
Menu setting in Voice mode......................................................................24
System Settings.............................................................................................................. 25
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................. 27
Company Contacts........................................................................................................ 29

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing PD portable MP3 player!
With this MP3 player you can enjoy digital music in a more convenient way.You
can directly encode your music from any audio source and record your voice into
MP3 quality, all of this WITHOUT the use of a computer. You can also transfer
songs you enjoy from your computer to your player. With its high quality one-
touch voice-recording feature you can record lectures, interviews or meetings in
MP3 quality.
The MP3 player is compact in size, light in weight and highly functional. Begin to
enjoy the various features of your player by following this user manual.
To familiarize yourself with your player, here are some function highlights:
Direct line-in encoding to MP3 or voice format *
128MB or 256MB internal memory *
MP3, WMA, ADPCM playback
30 FM radio preset channels (Enhanced Feature!) *
FM recording in MP3 quality *
High quality voice recording from built-in microphone
Voice messages recording in MP3 or voice format
Various MP3 recording bit rates (48kbps, 96kbps, 128kbps) *
Supports ID3 tagging
Acts as an external drive, supports file storage and transfer
* Remark :Varies in different models

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Mini-USB connection with PC
No PC software required for file transfer
Firmware upgrades available
A-B looping support
5 equalizers
Sleep preset
Copyright Notice
You must be aware that distribution of MP3 files without the permission from the
content owner is against the copyright laws. Perception Digital Ltd. and its
associating companies will not be liable against such actions.
Safety information
The user manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator
shall caution the user that changes or modifcations not expressly by the party
responsibleforcompliancecouldvoidtheuserísauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void users authority to
operate this device.
This equipment has been tested andfound to comply with limits for 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
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installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there are no guarantees that
interference will not occur in a particularinstallation.If this equipment doescause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
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.
Keep in mind, modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may
void users authority to operate this device.
If the product suddenly has no response or power off, it may be caused by
electrostatic discharge. If this circumstance, please follow the procedures below
for recovery:
Switch off the unit, if the unit has no response
Turn on the unit again
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Precautions
Do not abuse your MP3 player by using
extreme force.
Avoid keeping or operating the unit in places with
strong magnetic field, direct sunlight, or heat
exposure for extended periods of time.
Keep the unit away from high humidity. Do not open the MP3 player, as doing so will
damage the unit.
Use a soft towel to clean the surface of your
player.
Keep the player away from chemicals.
Removethebatteryfromthe playerwhenyou arenotusing
the MP3 player. This is to avoid needless battery wear.
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In the Package
Main Unit Stereo Earphone Mini-USB Cable
Neck Strap Carrying Pouch Warranty Card
Line-in Cable

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All specifications are subject to change without notice.
* Remark : Varies in different models
Size (HxWxD)
Net Weight
Internal Flash Memory
Power Supply
PC Interface
Radio Function
Digital Music Format
Playback
Record
Digital Voice Format
Built-in Microphone
Signal to Noise Ratio
Frequency Range
Battery Life
Equalizer
Play Mode
85 x 31.9 x 17.4mm
29g (without battery)
128MB or 256MB *
1x AAA alkaline battery
Mini-USB
FM with auto scan and 30 preset channels *
MP3, WMA, all bit rates including VBR
MP3 (48,96,128kbps in 44.1kHz from line-in,
FM or internal mic) *
ADPCM (32kbps)
Electric condenser microphone
>90dB
20Hz - 20kHz
15 hours or more
Jazz, Rock, Classic, Pop, User Default
Normal, Repeat one, Repeat all, Random,
Repeat random
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Knowing your Portable MP3 Player
Name of parts
LCD: DisplayWindow

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Inserting battery
Knowing your Portable MP3 Player