Pogo RipDrive 20GB User manual

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Safety Checkpoints
Thank you for purchasing the RipDrive! Please read this manual carefully prior to using the
RipDrive.
1. DO NOT alter the RipDrive in any way. Such tampering may result in a fire, injury, electric shock,
or serious damage to the RipDrive or to the user.
2. Keep the RipDrive away from water. Water may cause fire, electric shock, and mechanical or
electrical breakdown.
3. DO NOT leave the RipDrive in a car or other locations in which there are the possibilities of high
temperatures or high humidity. Keep it away from direct sunlight or drastic temperature changes.
Being exposed to high temperatures or humidity may be harmful to the RipDrive components and
could cause a fire.
4. Avoid dropping the RipDrive from high places. It may cause a malfunction or serious damage to
the unit.
5. DO NOT clean the RipDrive with alcohol or any strong detergent. It may cause the fading
of the RipDrive’s exterior surface.
6. DO NOT use any accessories other than the ones recommended by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer IS NOT responsible for any malfunction or breakdown caused by the use of third-
party accessories.
7. Use only the recommended battery charger. Other chargers may cause a fire or the product to
malfunction.
8. DO NOT disassemble the RipDrive.
9. In the event of problems, contact the After Service (A/S) Center at 714-671-1854.

Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 1
Checking Package Contents......................................................................................................... 2
2. Product Overview......................................................................................................................... 3
Product Features......................................................................................................................... 4
Mass Storage ........................................................................................................................ 4
MP3 and WMA Playback....................................................................................................... 4
10 Hours Use with Each Charge ............................................................................................. 4
Direct MP3 Encoding without a PC........................................................................................ 4
FM Tuner ............................................................................................................................ 4
Search Function .................................................................................................................... 4
Text View ............................................................................................................................. 4
Name of Each Part...................................................................................................................... 5
Functional Description of Each Part............................................................................................. 6
3. Preparation .................................................................................................................................. 8
Charging the Battery................................................................................................................... 9
Connecting the Battery Charger.............................................................................................. 9
Battery Remaining Indicator ................................................................................................ 10
Connecting Earphones/Line-in Cable ......................................................................................... 11
Earphones Connection......................................................................................................... 11
Line-in Connection.............................................................................................................. 11
Connecting to Your PC.............................................................................................................. 12
Installing the USB Driver.......................................................................................................... 13
Automatic Installation ......................................................................................................... 13
Manual Installation.............................................................................................................. 13
Checking the Installation ..................................................................................................... 18
Removing the RipDrive....................................................................................................... 19
4. Basic Operation.......................................................................................................................... 21
Turning Power on..................................................................................................................... 22
Turning Power off..................................................................................................................... 22

Initial Screen............................................................................................................................ 23
LCD Screen Indicators.............................................................................................................. 24
Major Modes............................................................................................................................ 26
1. Browser Mode................................................................................................................. 28
Playback....................................................................................................................... 28
Pause............................................................................................................................ 29
Fast Forward ................................................................................................................. 29
Rewind......................................................................................................................... 29
Viewing Popup Menu during Playback............................................................................ 30
Adjusting the Volume..................................................................................................... 31
2. Tuner Mode .................................................................................................................... 32
Listening to Radio ......................................................................................................... 32
Presetting Stations ......................................................................................................... 33
Viewing Popup Menu During Playback ........................................................................... 33
3. Encoding Mode............................................................................................................... 34
Encoding....................................................................................................................... 34
Voice Recording ............................................................................................................ 34
4. PlayList Mode................................................................................................................. 35
5. Text Mode....................................................................................................................... 36
6. Setup Mode..................................................................................................................... 37
Tree View ..................................................................................................................... 38
Search View.................................................................................................................. 38
7. Exit Mode....................................................................................................................... 40
5. Advanced Operation ................................................................................................................... 41
Using Options .......................................................................................................................... 42
DISPLAY........................................................................................................................... 42
SYSTEM............................................................................................................................ 43
MUSIC-OPTION................................................................................................................ 44
OTHER-OPTION ............................................................................................................... 46
A-B Repeat Play....................................................................................................................... 47
Managing Files......................................................................................................................... 47
Upgrading Firmware................................................................................................................. 49
6. Specifications............................................................................................................................. 50

7. Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 52
8. Warranty .................................................................................................................................. 53
9. FCC Notice................................................................................................................................ 55

1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the RipDrive. We appreciate your patronage. You will now enjoy the advantage of
having a mass storage device that solves the capacity limitation problems of most existing MP3 players. The
RipDrive’s Playback feature supports MP3 and WMA formats so you can handle various music files with ease.
In addition, the Setup mode provides various menus that you can configure to suit your personal preferences.
The RipDrive can be connected to your PC via a USB cable. Once connected to your PC, the unit is
automatically recognized by your PC as a mass storage device (drive letter). In addition, you can continue to
enjoy the benefits of improved product performance through firmware upgrades.
You can obtain information about our company, PoGo! Products, and other innovative technologies we’ve
developed by consulting on our website at www.pogoproducts.com. You can sign up to receive free
information about our other innovative products and receive technical support services.
The topic in this section:
 Checking Package Contents
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Checking Package Contents
Check your RipDrive package to make sure it has the following items:
 Main Unit
 User's Manual
 USB Cable
 AC Adapter/Charger
 USB Driver Installation CD (for Windows 98)
 Earphones
 Line-in Cable
 Carrying Case
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2. Product Overview
The RipDrive is a portable HDD Type MP3 Player that is compatible with your PC. It features a portable
20GB hard disk and a 160 x 105 full-graphic LCD screen.
This product supports various languages, making it convenient to use anywhere you go.
This section describes the main features of the product as well as the names and functions of the components.
Read through this information carefully so you’ll be able to use the product easily and effectively.
The topics in this section:
 Product Features
 Name of Each Part
 Functional Description of Each Part
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Product Features
Mass Storage
RipDrive uses mass storage technology that exceeds the capacity of most existing MP3 players and permits
you to use it as a removable drive.
MP3 and WMA Playback
You can play MPEG1-Layer3 (MP3) and Windows Media Audio (WMA) files.
Extended Use with Each Charge
You can enjoy up to 10 hours of music playback with just one battery charge.
Direct MP3 Encoding without a PC
You can encode music from just about any audio source to MP3 by connecting the line-in cable of the
RipDrive to an earphone jack of any external device. No PC is required!
FM Tuner
You can listen to FM radio by using the Auto Scan or Preset function.
Search Function
RipDrive’s user-friendly search feature enables you to quickly find the files you want.
You can search for a music files easily by using the Search Function.
Text View
You can view text files stored in the RipDrive anytime and anywhere.
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Name of Each Part
The following illustration indicates the names and locations of each part of the unit.
Volume Down button
MENU button
Volume Up button
REC button
Hold switch
LCD screen
Line-in jack
Headphone jack
Jog key
USB port
Charger jack
Multi buttons
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Functional Descriptions of Each Part
Line-in jack Input audio signals from any external audio source to encode directly to
an MP3 format.
Headphone jack Connects headphones to the RipDrive.
LCD screen Shows information about the operational status of the unit.
USB port Enables data exchange with your PC. Connect the USB cable using this
port.
Jog key When pushed up or down:
- Selects a file or folder.
When pressed:
- Opens the selected file.
- Opens the selected folder.
Hold switch Locks all buttons to prevent accidental use. Slide the switch up to
activate the Hold function and slide it down to deactivate it.
PLAY/PAUSE
When selecting a file, press this button to start playback. If playback has
already started, pressing the button pauses playback. It also resumes a
paused recording and functions as the power switch.
STOP
When pressed lightly:
- Stops playback and enters Browser mode.
- Takes you back to a higher-level folder when in a subfolder
When held down:
- The unit will automatically power off when this button is held down for
about 3 seconds.
- The unit will force a power off when this button is held down longer
than 10 seconds.
REW
- Used to select the previous file from the folder list.
- During playback, hold down this button to rewind the current song, or
press lightly to play the previous song.
Multi
buttons
FF
- Used to select the next file from the folder list.
- During playback, hold it down to fast-forward the current song, or press
lightly to play the next song.
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MENU button - Hold it down to switch modes, or briefly to return to Browser mode.
- If Tree View and Search View on the Display section are set to
"Enable,” lightly press the MENU button and it will toggle between Tree
View and Search View.
Volume Down button Turns the volume down on this unit.
Volume Up button Turns the volume up on this unit.
REC button/A •B FM/Line-In/Voice Encoding function/A↔B Repeat function button. Also
pauses a recording.
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3. Preparation
The RipDrive uses an AC adapter to charge the battery. The battery has to be charged PRIOR to using the
RipDrive for the first time after purchasing.
Earphones are included with the RipDrive. Use the earphones to listen to music and voice recording files. An
optional remote control is available for greater convenience. Visit our website at www.pogoproducts.com for
more details.
This RipDrive supports multiple OS platforms, including Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, and Mac OS 9.1.x+,
and OSX v10.1.2+. You can install a USB driver on your PC according to the OS you are using, then connect
the RipDrive to your PC.
The topics of this section:
 Charging the Battery
 Connecting the Earphones/Line-in Cable
 Connecting to Your PC
 Installing the USB Driver
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Charging the Battery
Connecting the Battery Charger
When using the RipDrive for the first time, be sure to charge the battery FIRST:
1. Plug the AC adapter/charger into an AC outlet.
2. Plug theAC adapter/charger's barrel plug into the DC 3V jack on the left side of the RipDrive.
3. Power on the unit (Hold Play/Pause button down)
When charging the battery (after plugging the AC adapter/charger's barrel plug into the charger jack)
you must press the Play/Pause button. If the AC adapter/charger connection is correct, the following
graphic below will appear on the LCD screen. During playback, the charging icon ( ) should appear
in the top left hand corner.
Note: In order to use the AC adaptor for playback
1.Power on the unit first (Hold Play/Pause button down)
2.Plug theAC adapter/charger's barrel plug into the DC 3V jack on the left side of the RipDrive.
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Battery Remaining Indicator
The Battery Remaining Indicator displays the amount of power remaining based on four symbols:
Full When the battery level is above 70%
Middle When the battery level is above 40%
Low When the battery level is above 10%
Blank When the battery level is below 10% (the indicator flashes at
one-second intervals)
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Connecting Earphones/Line-in Cable
You must use earphones to listen to music or voice recordings. There are no external speakers. You can
use the line-in cable to connect an external audio source to the line-jack of the RipDrive for MP3
encoding.
The following illustration illustrates the earphones and line-in connections:
Earphones Connection
1. Plug the earphones into the headphone jack on the top right side of the RipDrive.
Line-in Connection
Earphone Connection
Make sure the earphones are completely inserted in the jack.
2. Play a music file to check for a proper connection.
Line-in Connection
1. Plug one end of the line-in cable into the line out or earphone jack of an external audio device.
2. Plug the other end into the line-in jack on the top left side of the RipDrive.
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Connecting to Your PC
Use the included USB cable to connect the RipDrive to your PC as a mass storage device to easily use its
various features. You can upload or download files to and from your PC. The RipDrive is USB 1.0, 1.1, and
2.0 compliant and reaches a maximum speed of 480Mbps for data transfer (WARNING: You should not
upload MP3 or WMA files that infringe on copyright laws.)
1. Connect one end of the USB cable (as shown below) to the USB port on the back of your PC.
2. Turn on the power of the RipDrive and connect the other end of the cable (as shown) to the
USB port of the RipDrive.
If you connect the USB cable during the playback of a file, an error may occur. Be sure to connect the USB
cable when the RipDrive is not playing. The RipDrive turns off automatically when you disconnect the USB
cable.
Note:
Please refer to “Removing the Device” (page 18) when removing the USB cable.
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Installing the USB Driver
If you are running Windows ME, 2000, or XP on your PC, the installation will be performed automatically
when you connect the RipDrive to your PC. However, on a PC running Windows 98, you WILL need to
manually install the required USB driver.
Automatic Installation
1. Connect one end of the USB cable to your PC.
2. Turn on the power on the RipDrive.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port of the RipDrive.
4. Your PC will automatically recognize the RipDrive and the required USB driver is installed
automatically.
Note:
If the installation does not start automatically, restart your PC and repeat the procedure above.
Manual Installation
If your PC is running Windows 98, you will need to manually install a USB driver. Insert the supplied CD-
ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your PC.
1. Connect the RipDrive to your PC and power it on. The “Add New Hardware Wizard”
dialog box will appear.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions pictured below and on the next few pages. "Specify
A Location" and browse, scrolling down to the HD-500_driver_v_5.16 file on the CD-
ROM.
3. Click on the driver name to highlight it. Click “Next.”The location and HD-500 driver
you’ve selected will appear in the next dialog box.
4. Click “Next,” which will install the driver.
5. When completed, click “Finish.”
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