Transcend MP330 User manual

User’s Manual
Digital Music Player
MP330

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Table of Contents
Introduction︱.......................................................................................5
Package Contents︱.............................................................................5
Features︱............................................................................................7
System Requirements︱......................................................................7
Safety Precautions︱............................................................................8
General Use........................................................................................................................8
Backing Up Data ................................................................................................................8
Caution: Risk of Deafness.................................................................................................8
Reminders ..........................................................................................................................9
Player Controls︱............................................................................... 10
Music Playback Screen︱.................................................................. 11
Basic Operation︱.............................................................................. 12
Charging the Battery .......................................................................................................12
Power ON..........................................................................................................................12
Power Off..........................................................................................................................12
Play a Song.......................................................................................................................13
Pause a Song ...................................................................................................................13
Next Track ........................................................................................................................13
Previous Track.................................................................................................................13
Fast Forward ....................................................................................................................13
Rewind..............................................................................................................................13
Increase Volume ..............................................................................................................13
Decrease Volume.............................................................................................................13
Main Menu ........................................................................................................................13
A-B Repeat........................................................................................................................13
Hold...................................................................................................................................14
Reset.................................................................................................................................14
MUSIC Mode︱....................................................................................15
Playing Audio Files..........................................................................................................15
File Navigator...................................................................................................................15
Deleting Music Files ........................................................................................................15
Playlists ............................................................................................................................16
Adding a Song to My Playlist..........................................................................................16
Removing a Song from My Playlist ................................................................................16
RADIO Mode︱.................................................................................... 18
Listening to the Radio .....................................................................................................18
Selecting a Radio Station................................................................................................18

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Saving a Radio Station....................................................................................................18
Recalling a Saved Station ...............................................................................................19
Recording the Radio........................................................................................................19
RECORD Mode︱................................................................................20
Voice Recording...............................................................................................................20
Line-in Recording ............................................................................................................21
FM Radio Recording........................................................................................................21
Settings︱........................................................................................... 22
Equalizer (EQ) Mode........................................................................................................22
User EQ Customization...................................................................................................22
Repeat Mode.....................................................................................................................23
Play Speed........................................................................................................................23
REC Settings....................................................................................................................23
Record Source......................................................................................................................... 23
Record Quality ......................................................................................................................... 24
VAD (Voice Activity Detection) ................................................................................................. 24
Contrast............................................................................................................................25
Screen Saver....................................................................................................................25
Lyrics Sync.......................................................................................................................26
Sleep Timer.......................................................................................................................26
Auto Power Off.................................................................................................................26
Date / Time Settings.........................................................................................................26
FM Band............................................................................................................................27
FM Reset...........................................................................................................................27
Language..........................................................................................................................27
Music Transfer Protocol (MTP).......................................................................................28
Player Info ........................................................................................................................28
Driver Installation︱...........................................................................29
Driver Installation for Windows®2000, XP and Vista.....................................................29
Driver Installation for Mac®OS 10.0 or Later.................................................................29
Driver Installation for Linux®Kernel 2.4 or Later..........................................................29
Connecting to a Computer︱............................................................. 30
Transferring Files to the MP330......................................................................................30
Disconnecting from a Computer....................................................... 32
Troubleshooting︱.............................................................................33
Specifications︱.................................................................................35
Ordering Information︱......................................................................35
Recycling & Environmental Considerations︱................................. 36

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Transcend Limited Warranty︱.......................................................... 37

Introduction︱
Thank you for purchasing Transcend‟s MP330, a next-generation MP3 Player that combines all the advantages
of lightweight portable music with the benefits of a USB flash drive, and includes many extra featuressuch as an
FM radio, advanced digital voice recording, direct Line-In recording, karaoke-style lyrics display, A-B repeat
functions and variable track playback speeds. Your MP330 is equipped with a High-speed USB 2.0 interface to
transfer data and music files to and from your computer quickly and easily. The A-B repeat and variable track
playback speed features allows you to continuously replay specific sections of an audio file at slower or faster
speeds–idealfor learning foreign languages and reviewing an important part of a song or recording. In addition,
you can make personal memos and record meetings or class lectures using the advanced digital voice recorder
with the built-in microphone. The stylish MP330 from Transcend will change the way you think about digital
music forever.
Package Contents︱
The MP330 package includes the following items:
MP330
Sport Clip
Earphones
Line-In Recording Cable

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Quick Start Guide

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Features︱
Supports MP3, WMA, FLAC, and WMA-DRM10 (subscription music), WAV music files
Vivid all-white OLED screen displays clear text at any angle and in any light
Recordable FM Radio with 20 station presets
Built-in microphone and direct Line-In recording (for CD players, or other devices)
Playlist Builder
Karaoke-style synchronized lyrics display
VAD (Voice Activity Detection) for high quality gapless audio recordings
A-B repeat allows continuous replay of a designated section of a track
Variable track playback speeds
Supports 14 languages including menus, song/album title, artist name and lyrics
USB flash drive capabilities for data transfer and storage
Adjustable sleep timer
Power-saving screen savers and auto-shutoff function
7 Equalizer effects, including a customizable USER EQ setting
Internal Li-polymer battery provides upto 12 hours of continuous music playback*
Built-in USB 2.0 connector for easy computer connectivity and fast file transfers
Time and date display
* Max. playback time achieved with screen saver set to “10-Sec/Blank” and “Lyrics Sync” disabled.
System Requirements︱
A desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port
One of following operating systems:
Windows2000
WindowsXP
Windows Vista
Windows7
MacOS 10.0 or later
LinuxKernel 2.4 or later

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Safety Precautions︱
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.
General Use
Unpack the contents of the MP330 package carefully.
Ensure USB connectors are the same size and shape before connecting –never force them
Always use the Transcend-provided power adapters and cables. Using incompatible cables may
permanently damage your MP330.
Never connect the MP330 to a USB hub. USB hubs connect to multiple devices at the same time,
resulting in inadequate or unstable power supply. This may cause damage to your digital music
player. Known problems caused by connecting to a USB hub include reduced playback time, random
resets, and in the worst case, permanent damage to the player‟s firmware.
Do not allow your MP330 to get wet or come in contact with water or any other liquids
Do not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.
Do not use or store your MP330 in any of the following environments:
oDirect sunlight
oNext to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
oIn a closed car that is in direct sunlight
Always unplug the player once it is fully charged. Avoid charging the player for more than 12 hours.
Do not charge in high-temperature environments or while exposed to direct sunlight.
To maintain battery health, be sure to complete at least one full discharge/charge cycle per month.
Backing Up Data
Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during operation. If you
decide to store data on your MP330 we strongly advise that you regularly backup the data to a
computer, or other storage medium.
To ensure High-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when connecting to a computer, please ensure the
computer has the necessary USB drivers installed. If you are unsure how to check this, please consult
your computer or motherboard User‟s Manual for USB driver information.
Caution: Risk of Deafness
Repeated or regular use of headphones or earphones at volume levels above 80 decibels can give a
false impression that the audio level is not high enough. Users may try to progressively increase the
volume control, therefore risking a dangerous noise level for their ears.
To protect your health and your hearing, keep the volume of your MP3 player below 80 decibels and do
not use for an extended period of time. Stop use if symptoms like headaches, nausea, or hearing
disorders occur.
Your MP3 player is limited to a volume level of 100 decibels.

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Both the MP3 player and its accompanying earphones are compliant with the French regulation
concerning musical Walkmans (24th July 1998 Order).
Before using any other earphones, confirm that their technical specifications are compatible with the
original set.
Reminders
Make sure the switch is not enabled before turning on the player.
If you leave the digital music player plugged into a notebook computer that is running on battery power,
the player will gradually drain power from your notebook‟s battery.
Follow the procedures in the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to properly remove your MP330
from a computer.
Transcend occasionally releases firmware updates for certain products. We suggest you visit
http://www.transcend.com.tw and download the latest firmware version for your device.

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Player Controls︱
A
High-speed USB 2.0 Connector
B
White Monochrome OLED Display
C
A-B Repeat / REC
D
Menu Button
E
Hold Switch
F
Volume Up
G
Play / Pause / Power
H
Next / Fast-Forward
I
Volume Down
J
Previous / Rewind
K
Reset Button
L
Microphone
M
Headphone Jack
N
Lanyard Attachment Loop
O
Line-In Port

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Music Playback Screen︱
ICON
INDICATION
A
Record Source
Built-in Microphone, FM Radio or Line-In
B
VAD
Indicates Voice Activity Detection is enabled
C
Record Quality
Indicates the Record Quality, Low Quality, Medium Quality, High Quality
D
Repeat Mode
Normal, Repeat One, RepeatAll, Shuffle, Normal in Folder, Repeat in
Folder, Shuffle in Folder and A-B Repeat
E
EQ Mode
Normal, Pop, Rock, Classical, Jazz, Bass, User EQ
F
Play Speed
The current playback speed
G
Sleep
Sleep Timer is enabled
H
Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off function is enabled
I
Hold
Hold switch is enabled (controls are locked)
J
Battery
Battery power level
K
Album / Artist /
Lyrics / Song Title
Displays album title, artist name, song title, file name, or lyrics
L
Track Time
The total length (play time) of the file
M
Track Number
Current track number and total number of tracks available
N
Play Status
Play, Pause, Fast Forward, Rewind, Stop, or Record status

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Basic Operation︱
Charging the Battery
Remove the MP330‟s cap and plug its USB connector directly into an available USB port on your desktop or
notebook computer. The MP330‟s internal Li-ion battery will begin charging. A battery charging indicator will
appear in the upper right hand corner of the player‟s screen. Leave the player plugged in until the battery
charging animation stops.
NEVER plug the MP330 into a USB hub or an external USB port located on a keyboard,
monitor or other peripheral. This can permanently damage your digital music player.
When charging the battery, Please plug the MP330 directly into your computer’s built-in USB port
or use the Transcend USB Power Adapter (optional).
Power ON
Press and hold the button to turn on the player. An animated logo will appear, followed by the player
status information. After the startup sequence, the Main Menu will be displayed, indicating the MP330 is ready
for use.
It takes a few seconds for the MP330 to power up.
If the lock icon appears on the display while powering on the MP330, this means
that the switch is enabled ( ). You must switch off the Hold mode ( ) before you can
power on the player.
Power Off
Press and hold the button to turn off the MP330.
It takes a few seconds to completely power down.

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The power off animation will be displayed:
Play a Song
Press the button to play a selected music or recording file.
Pause a Song
Press to pause and un-pause a song or recording during playback.
Next Track
Press to skip to the next available song.
Previous Track
Press to go back to the previous song.
Fast Forward
Press and hold the button to fast-forward.
Rewind
Press and hold the button to rewind.
Increase Volume
Press once or press and hold the button until you reach the desired volume level.
Decrease Volume
Press once or press and hold the button until you reach the desired volume level.
Main Menu
Press in any mode to enter the Main Menu. The Main Menu gives you access to the MUSIC,
RADIO, RECORD modes and the SETTINGS menu.
A-B Repeat
1. While listening to a song or recording in the Music modes, press the button once to mark
the beginning of the portion you wish to repeat.
2. Press the button again to mark the end of the section you wish to repeat.
3. The marked section of the track will playback the marked A-B section in a continuous loop.
4. Press the button once more to stop the A-B repeat function.

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Hold
When the switch is enabled, all of the MP330‟s buttons will be disabled, and cannot accidentally
be pressed while in your pocket.
Reset
If the MP330 is not functioning properly, you can reboot by pressing RESET for 3 to 5 seconds.

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MUSIC Mode︱
Before buying DRM (Digital Rights Management) protected music online, please
be advised that the MP330 only supports WMA-DRM10 file protection.
Playing Audio Files
1. Press and hold the button to power ON the unit. The Main Menu will appear.
If the MP330 is already on, press the button to enter the Main Menu.
2. Use the and buttons to select “MUSIC”and press . The player will
automatically find available music files.
3. Select the song you want to listen to with the and buttons or use the File Navigator.
4. Press to begin listening to a music file.
Please see the Specifications section for a list of all music file formats the MP330 supports.
If the music player cannot find any compatible files, a “No Music Files”message will be
displayed.
File Navigator
The File Navigator is a fast and convenient way of moving between tracks, files and folders.
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold the button, then highlight File Navigator and press
.
Hold
2. A list of available files or folders will be shown.
3. Use the / buttons to move up and down the list of files.
4. Highlight the file you want to play and press
5. To enter a folder or subfolder, highlight it and press either or .
6. To exit a folder, press or select the icon and press to move up one folder level.
Deleting Music Files
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold to enter the File Navigator.

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2. Navigate to the file you want to delete with the / and / buttons.
3. With the file highlighted, press the button and select “Delete.”A confirmation will appear.
Click
4. Use the button to highlight “yes”and press to permanently delete the file.
Playlists
For quick and easy playback of your favorite songs, the MP330 supports M3U, PLA, and WPL playlist formats,
and also includes its own user-editable playlist (My Playlist).
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold the button, then highlight “Playlists”and press .
2. Select either “My Playlist”or an imported playlist file (if available) and press .
3. Use the / buttons to move up and down the list of available songs. Press or
to play the highlighted song. When the song ends, the rest of the files in the playlist will then be
played.
4. To exit playlist playback, simply select a new music file from the File Navigator.
Adding a Song to My Playlist
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold , then highlight File Navigator and press .
2. Use the / and / buttons to navigate to the song you want to add.
3. With the file highlighted, press the button and select “Add to My Playlist.”
Removing a Song from My Playlist
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold , then highlight Playlists and press .

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1. Select “My Playlist”and press .
2. Use the / buttons to find the song you want to remove.
3. With the file highlighted, press the button and select “Remove from My Playlist.”
4. Use the / buttons to highlight “Yes”and press to remove the file from My
Playlist, or select “No”to go back without altering the Playlist. (note: this will only remove the
selected song from the current playlist, and will not actually delete the file from the internal memory).
5. To remove all songs, highlight “My Playlist”and press the button, then select “Yes”to
confirm.

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RADIO Mode︱
Listening to the Radio
1. Plug in the earphones . (Earphones must be plugged-in to listen to the Radio)
2. Press the button to enter the Main Menu.
3. Use the / buttons to select the “RADIO”and press .
4. The current FM radio frequency will be displayed.
The first time you use the Radio, the MP330 will automatically scan all frequencies and save the 20
strongest stations as channel presets (CH). To rescan, select “FM Reset” in the SETTINGS menu.
Selecting a Radio Station
To manually select a radio station, press / (the FM frequency will increase or decrease in
0.1MHz increments) until you reach the desired station. Alternatively, you can press and hold or
to auto-scan for the next available station.
Saving a Radio Station
The MP330 lets you save your 20 favorite radio stations (CH 01 to CH 20). To save a station:
1. Use or to select the radio station (FM frequency) that you want to save.
2. Press (don‟t hold) the button to display the preset channel selector.
3. Use the / buttons to select a channel number (CH 01 ~ CH 20) to save the station to.
4. Press (don‟t hold) again to save the current station to that channel number.

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Recalling a Saved Station
1. In the RADIO mode press (don‟t hold) to display your saved stations (CH 01 to CH 20).
2. Use the / buttons to select a channel number and press to listen to it.
Recording the Radio
1. Select a radio station that you want to record.
2. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to begin recording the station.
3. An automatically generated file name for your recording will appear.
4. Press to pause the recording, and press again to resume.
5. Press and hold again to finish the recording and return to the RADIO mode.
FM Recordings are named and numbered in this format: “MonthDayF###.WAV”
Ex: “0101F012.WAV “would be the twelfth FM recording made on January 1st
FM recording are saved in the / FMIN.DIR folder. Use the File Navigator in MUSIC mode to locate
and play back recordings
To adjust the FM recording sample rate, please see “Settings / REC Settings / Record Quality”

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RECORD Mode︱
There are two ways to use the player‟s record functions:
Press the button to open the Main Menu and select RECORD.
Press and hold the button for 2 seconds in any mode.
The MP330 supports three different types of recording:
Voice Recording
Line-in Recording
FM Radio Recording
All recordings can be accessed by using the File Navigator in MUSIC mode
Voice Recording
1. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds in any mode (except Radio) or select RECORD
from the Main Menu to activate the MP330‟s built-in microphone and begin voice recording.
2. An automatically generated file name for your recording will appear on the screen.
3. Press to pause the recording, and press again to resume.
4. Press and hold the button again to finish the recording. The player will return to the
Main Menu.
Voice recordings are named and numbered in this format: “MonthDayM###.WAV”
Ex: “0113M012.WAV “would be the twelfth Voice recording made on January 13th
Voice recording are saved in the / MICIN.DIR folder. Use the File Navigator in MUSIC mode to
locate and play back recordings
To adjust the recording sample rate, please see “Settings / REC Settings / Record Quality”
Hold