SanDisk Clip Jam User manual

May 2015
SanDisk® Clip Jam™
User Manual
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CHAPTER 1! 1!
Safety Tips and Cleaning Instructions
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Disposal Instructions! 1!
CHAPTER 2! 2!
SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 Player Overview
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Features! 2!
Minimum System Requirements! 2!
Package Contents! 2!
Clip Jam MP3 Player at a Glance! 3!
Main Menu Options:! 5!
Product Capacities! 6!
Battery! 6!
Charging! 6!
Firmware Updater! 7!
Earbuds! 7!
CHAPTER 3! 8!
Basic Operation
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Power/ Select Button! 8!
Power On! 8!
Power Off! 8!
Reset! 8!
Connecting Player to a Windows or Mac Computer! 8!
Disconnecting the Player from a Windows Computer! 9!
Disconnecting the Player from a Mac Computer! 9!
Chapter 4!10!
Music
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Loading Music!10!
Drag and Drop (Windows)!10!
Drag and Drop (Mac)!11!
Playing Music!11!
Options Menu!12!
Creating Playlists!14!
CHAPTER 5!18!
Radio
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Listening to FM Radio!18!
Programming FM Presets!18!

Chapter 6!19!
Books
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Loading Audiobooks and Podcasts!19!
Drag and Drop (Windows)!19!
Drag and Drop (Mac)!20!
Playing Audiobooks and Podcasts!20!
Chapter 7!22!
Card
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microSDHC™ Card!22!
Chapter 8!23!
Settings
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System Settings!23!
Music Options!29!
Audiobook and Podcast Options!29!
Radio Options!30!
Chapter 9!31!
Learn More, Service, and Warranty Information
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THIRD PARTY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY NOTICE!31!
SanDisk Manufacturer’sLimited Warranty!32!
FCC REGULATION!32!

Safety Tips, Cleaning & Instructions
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CHAPTER 1
This chapter describes the safety tips and cleaning instructions for
the SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 player.
Safety Tips and Cleaning Instructions
1.!Read the safety instructions carefully before using the player.
2.!Review this entire manual to ensure proper usage.
3.!Keep this User Manual for future reference.
4.!Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any
motorized vehicle. This may create a traffic hazard and may be illegal in
some areas. It can also be dangerous to play your music with
headphones/earphones at high volume while walking, or engaged in other
activities. You should exercise extreme caution and discontinue use in
potentially hazardous situations.
5.!Avoid using headphones/earphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise
against continuous loud and extended music play. Keep the volume at a
moderate level, so that you are better able to hear outside sound and are
considerate of the people around you.
6.!Keep the player away from sinks, drinks, bathtubs, showers, rain, and other
sources of moisture. Moisture can cause electric shocks with any electronic
device.
7.!Follow these tips to keep the player working well for a long time:
•!Clean the player with a soft lint-free cloth.
•!Do not allow children to use the player unsupervised.
•!Never force any connector into the ports of the player or your computer.
Make sure your connectors are the identical shape and size before you
connect.
•!Do not disassemble, crush, short-circuit, or incinerate the internal
rechargeable battery as it may cause fire, injury, burns, or other hazards.
Disposal Instructions
Do not dispose of this device with unsorted waste. Improper disposal may be
harmful to the environment and human health. Please refer to your local waste
authority for information on return and collection systems in your area for
proper disposal of electronic products, components, and accessories.

SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 Player Overview
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CHAPTER 2
This chapter describes the features and functionality of the SanDisk
Clip Jam MP3 player.
SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 Player Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of a SanDisk Clip Jam™ MP3 player!
Put the fun back into music-on-the-go with the compact and colorful Clip Jam
digital music player you can clip on and take anywhere. The bright one inch
screen and big navigation buttons make it easy to drag, drop and play files in
popular audio formats including AAC. Add even more music via the microSD™
card slot1for up to 18 hours2of big sound.
Features
•!Super lightweight wearable personal music player
•!Deep, rich sound quality
•!8GB internal capacity with a built-in microSD™ card expansion slot1
•!Big, bright readable screen and large navigation buttons
•!Up to 18 hour battery life2
•!Available in neon bright red, purple, blue, green and glossy black
•!Play audio files in lots of formats (MP3, WMA (no DRM), AAC (DRM free
iTunes), and Audible (DRM only)
Minimum System Requirements
•!Windows® XP SP2 or Mac OS X 10.3 and Linux
•!USB 2.0 port (for hi-speed transfers and charging)
Package Contents
The Clip Jam MP3 Player is shipped with the following components:
•!SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 player
•!Earbuds
•!USB 2.0 Cable
•!Quick Start Guide

SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 Player Overview
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Clip Jam MP3 Player at a Glance

SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 Player Overview
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Playback Screen
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Play/Pause
Displays the music or recording playback status.
2
Battery Indicator
Displays the battery status.
4
Artist name/ song
name
Displays the artist name and the song name
5
Song progress
Displays the progress of the current track
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Song no./ all songs
Displays the current track song No./ total No. of song in
current location

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Main Menu Options:
Music – Browse and listen to artists, albums and playlists.
Radio
– Listen to FM broadcast radio and save presets.
Books
– Browse and listen to audiobooks DRM.
Card
– Optional microSD™ or microSDHC cards allow
extra storage and content. Card sold separately.
Settings
– View or customize the SanDisk player
features.
Folders
– Browse and listen to content saved in individual
folders.

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Quick Tips: The battery CANNOT be overcharged.
Product Capacities
8GB*
Carry up to 2,000 songs3
Notes:
*1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.
1Card not included; sold separately.
2Based on continuous playback at 128 kbps MP3. Actual life and performance may vary upon usage and
settings; battery is not replaceable.
3Based on 3.5 min. songs. Approximations: results may vary based on file attributes, and other factors.
Battery
The player comes with an internal rechargeable battery that can last up to 18
hours* during typical use. To use the player for the very first time, you should
fully charge the battery. You can charge your SanDisk player through the USB
port of your computer, a car adapter (not included), or AC adapter (not
included).
*Based on continuous playback at 128 Kbps MP3. Actual life and performance
may vary depending upon usage and settings. Battery not replaceable.
Charging
Before using the player, fully charge the device. To charge the battery, follow
these steps:
1. ! Connect player to computer (computer must be on).
2. ! A “Charging” icon will appear on the device while it is charging (shown
below). Full charge takes up to three hours. When fully charged, battery
indicator will be solid green and “Charged” message will appear.
3. ! To stop charging, unplug device.
•!If your computer does not recognize the player, verify that you are using
Windows® XP SP2 or Mac OS X 10.3 and Linux (mass storage class only),
restart the player, and try again.
•!NOTE: When battery level reaches 20% device will notify: "Battery running
low", at 5%- battery will turn off

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Firmware Updater
SanDisk occasionally releases firmware updates, which may include new features
and performance enhancements. SanDisk highly recommends updating the MP3
player to the latest firmware. It is highly recommended to update the firmware
after the first battery charge.
For the latest firmware, access http://www.sandisk.com/clipjam and follow these
steps:
1.!Click on the banner, “Download Firmware Updater.”
2.!Click on the downloader file and press “run.”
3.!Follow the step-by-step instructions to upgrade the firmware.
4.!Restart the player after firmware update is complete.
Earbuds
The player comes with adjustable earbuds that can be customized to fit various
ear sizes. To properly fit earbuds, try different cups until you find the size that
fits most snugly in your ear. Then slide cord fastener upward under chin to
tighten.
1.!To remove the earbud cup, hold the earbud and gently pull the cup away
from the earbud stem. (Do not hold or pull on the earbud base or cord.)
2.!To replace the earbud cup, gently push the cup onto the earbud stem until it
fits firmly into place.
Quick Tips: After the first download, the Updater will automatically
notify you of any new firmware updates. User manual is also
available via the Updater.

Basic Operation
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CHAPTER 3
This chapter describes basic user operation instructions for the
SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 player.
Basic Operation
Power/ Select Button
The Power button is located in the center of the player. It can be used to turn
the player on or off, and also to select player options.
Power On
Press and hold the Power button for three seconds to turn on the player. The
last played function screen from the Main Menu will appear after the device has
been powered on.
Power Off
Press and hold the Power button for three seconds to turn off the player.
Reset
If the player freezes for any reason, power off the player and then restart it
again. After you perform the reset, any adjustments made during the last
operation will be lost. Your saved content (e.g. Music Files, Audiobooks, etc.)
will not be deleted from the player.
Connecting Player to a Windows or Mac Computer
1.!To connect the player to a Windows computer, follow these steps:
2.!Connect the large end of the USB cable into an available USB port on the
computer.
3.!Connect the smaller end of the USB cable into the player’s dock connector.
4.!The display screen will show “Charging” (shown below).
5.!The player will appear in My Computer as “CLIP JAM.”

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Disconnecting the Player from a Windows Computer
Simply disconnect the USB cable from the player after you have finished
charging, transferring, or upgrading firmware.
Disconnecting the Player from a Mac Computer
Eject the removable disk by dragging the icon to the Trash and then disconnect
the USB cable from the computer after you have finished charging, transferring,
or upgrading firmware.
CAUTION: Do not disconnect the player while it is transferring data.
Disconnecting the player from the computer during data transfer may damage
the device.
CAUTION: Do not disconnect the player while it is transferring data.
Disconnecting the player from the computer during data transfer may damage
the device.

Music
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Chapter 4
This chapter describes how to load music files from your computer
to the SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 player and play music on the device.
Music
The SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 player is able to store hundreds of songs in various
formats and provides multiple listening options that can be customized to suit
your individual needs.
Loading Music
You can transfer music from your computer to the player using the drag-and-
drop method.
Drag and Drop (Windows)
To drag-and-drop music to the player from a Windows computer, follow these
steps:
1.!Connect the player to your computer using the USB cable.
2.!Select Open device to view files using Windows Explorer on initial
connection or by going to My Computer.
3.!Double-click on the CLIP JAM icon.
4.!Double-click on the Music folder.
5.!Drag and drop music files from your computer to the player’s Music folder.
6.!If an optional microSD™ card is inserted inside the player, you can also drag
and drop files to the card by double-clicking on the second removable disk
that appears when you connect the player (My Computer > Removable
Device). The second removable disk is displayed with the card’s name, just as
if you connected it via a card reader.
7.!You can only drag and drop files to the card if you have write permissions for
the card. (Please refer to Chapter 7 for more details.)
8.!Visit the following link for step-by-step instructions:
http://kb.sandisk.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/946/
Note: Device will notify “refresh your media” for few seconds.

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Drag and Drop (Mac)
To drag-and-drop music to the player from a Mac computer, follow these steps:
1. ! Connect the player to your computer using the USB cable.
2. ! Double-click on the removable disk icon named “CLIP JAM” that appears on
your desktop.
3. ! Double-click on the Music folder.
4. ! Drag and drop music files from your computer to the player’s Music folder.
5. ! Visit the following link for step-by-step instructions:
http://kb.sandisk.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1141/
If an optional microSD card is inserted inside the player, you can also drag and
drop files to the card by double-clicking on the second removable disk that
appears when you connect the player (My Computer > Removable Device). The
second removable disk is displayed with the card’s name, just as if you
connected it via a card reader.
You can only drag and drop files to the card if you have write permissions for
the card. (Please refer to Chapter 7 for more details.)
Playing Music
To play music, follow these steps:
1.!Select Music from the Main Menu.
2.!Select from the music content groupings: Shuffle, Artists, Albums, Songs, and
Playlists.
•!Shuffle plays all content saved on the device in random order.
•!Artists shuffles artists or selects the artist’s name to show their songs.
•!Albums shuffles songs from all albums or enables scrolling to find desired
Albums. Once selected, the album songs will be listed.
•!Songs provides a list to select a song title, which are shown in alphabetical
order.
•!Playlists lists all song titles of content for playlist or GoList groups that
have been created.
Quick Tips: Remember to eject the removable disk using the Windows or Mac
eject before disconnecting the player.
Quick Tips: Under artists, songs, playlists, and albums pressing “Shuffle” will shuffle
all songs in music library, not just the songs under specific selected category of
artists, songs, playlists, or albums. In order to shuffle a single album, select one
specific album title and press select, then select Shuffle.

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1.!Highlight and select the desired track or file to play from the music content
groupings.
2.!Press the Forward button to skip to the next song or press-and-hold to fast
forward.
3.!Press the Previous button once to go back to the beginning of the current
song or press Previous button twice to go back to the previous song. Press-
and-hold the Previous button to rewind.
4.!If the display screen does not show current song, then press the Back button
to return to main menu.
5.!The following options are available during music playback by pressing the
6.!Options button to access the Options menu.
•!Add Song to GoList
•!Repeat
•!Shuffle
•!Music EQ
•!Delete Song
•!Track Info
Options Menu
When listening to music, the player offers seven options for personalizing your
listening experience (Add Song to GoList, Repeat, Shuffle, Music EQ, Delete
Song, Track Info).
To select music options, follow these steps:
1.!Press the Options button while playing a song. The Options Menu will be
displayed.
2.!Customize the player with the following options.
Add Song to GoList
The GoList is an on-the-go optional playlist that enables you to quickly and
easily add and remove songs to one of three available GoLists. Each GoList
holds up to 100 songs.
1.!Select Add Song to GoList, then select desired GoList.
2.!Press the Back button to return to the playback screen.
Quick Tips: Clearing the music GoList does not delete songs from the device. It merely
clears the content from the playlist that was saved locally to the device.

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Repeat
This option repeats the song.
1. ! Select Repeat.
2. ! Press Select to toggle and choose a repeat mode:
•!Off: No repeat of tracks
•!Song: Repeat the current track
•!All: Repeat all selected tracks at the current menu location
3. ! Press the Back button to return to the playback screen.
Shuffle
This option plays songs in random order.
1. ! Select Shuffle.
2. ! Press the Select button to toggle between Shuffle On and Shuffle Off (to
play songs in random order, set Shuffle to ON).
3. ! Press the Back button to return to the playback screen.
Music EQ
This option enhances the sound quality of certain music types to better match
the genre being played.
1. ! Select Music EQ.
2. ! Press the Up or Down button to scroll through the music types and select a
desired option that best matches the music being played.
Delete Song
This option deletes a song from the player.
1. ! Select Delete Song.
2. ! Select Yes to confirm.
Track Info
This option displays information about the music being played.
1. ! Select Track Info.
2. ! Press the Up or Down button to scroll through the track information.
3. ! Press the Back button to return to the playback screen.

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Creating Playlists
How do I create a playlist on the Clip Jam?
The Clip Jam only supports M3U playlists and they must be stored in the same
directory as the files in the playlist. The process below gives instructions for
creating an M3U playlist using Windows Media Player for the use on the Clip
Jam.
Step 1 - Move all the files you want in the play list into a folder on the computer

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Step 2 - Drag the folder into Windows Media Player

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Step 3 - Click the drop down menu and select "Save list as"
Step 4 - Brows to the same directory where the files you want in the playlist are
saved, choose M3U playlist as the file type, name the playlist and click save

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You should now see the M3U playlist saved along side the songs you want in the
play list
Step 5 - Drag the entire folder containing the songs and the M3U playlist to the
Music folder of the Clip Jam
The Playlist will now be available under the Playlist option in the Music menu.