Transcend MP870 8GB User manual

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User’s Manual
Digital Music Player
MP870

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Table of Contents
Introduction︱
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Package Contents︱
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Features︱
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System Requirements︱
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Safety Precautions︱
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General Use ........................................................................................................................9
Caution: Risk of Deafness.................................................................................................9
Reminders ........................................................................................................................10
MP870 Controls︱
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Music Playback Screen︱
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Basic Operation︱
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Charging the Battery .......................................................................................................13
Power ON..........................................................................................................................13
Power OFF........................................................................................................................14
Play a Song.......................................................................................................................14
Pause a Song ...................................................................................................................14
Next Track.........................................................................................................................14
Previous Track .................................................................................................................14
Fast Forward ....................................................................................................................14
Fast Rewind......................................................................................................................14
Increase Volume ..............................................................................................................14
Decrease Volume .............................................................................................................14
Main Menu ........................................................................................................................14
File Navigator ...................................................................................................................15
Deleting Files....................................................................................................................15
Repeat / Shuffle Functions..............................................................................................16
A-B Repeat........................................................................................................................16
Hold...................................................................................................................................16
Reset .................................................................................................................................16
Inserting / Removing the microSD Card ........................................................................16
MUSIC Mode︱
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Playing Audio Files..........................................................................................................18
Adjusting the Volume ......................................................................................................19
A-B Repeat........................................................................................................................19
Repeat Mode.....................................................................................................................20
Equalizer (EQ) Mode ........................................................................................................21

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Custom Settings ..............................................................................................................21
Playback Speed................................................................................................................24
Lyrics Sync.......................................................................................................................24
Add Bookmark .................................................................................................................25
Add to My Playlist ............................................................................................................25
Removing a Song from My Playlist ................................................................................26
Delete ................................................................................................................................27
File Information ................................................................................................................28
Record Mode︱
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Voice Recording...............................................................................................................29
Line-in Recording ............................................................................................................30
Recording the Radio........................................................................................................31
RADIO Mode︱
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Listen to the Radio...........................................................................................................32
Selecting a Radio Station................................................................................................32
Adjusting the Volume ......................................................................................................33
Saving a Radio Station ....................................................................................................33
Auto Search......................................................................................................................34
Recalling a Saved Station ...............................................................................................35
FM Band............................................................................................................................36
Mute ..................................................................................................................................36
Recording the Radio........................................................................................................37
PHOTO Mode︱
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Displaying Photos............................................................................................................39
Browse Mode....................................................................................................................40
Rotate................................................................................................................................40
Zoom In / Zoom Out .........................................................................................................41
Slideshow Interval ...........................................................................................................41
Slideshow Effects ............................................................................................................42
Set as Desktop Background ...........................................................................................43
Delete ................................................................................................................................43
File Information ................................................................................................................44
VIDEO Mode︱
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Playing Video Files ..........................................................................................................45
Repeat Mode.....................................................................................................................46
Add Bookmark .................................................................................................................47
Delete ................................................................................................................................47
File Information ................................................................................................................48

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E-BOOKS Mode︱
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Reading E-Books and Text files .....................................................................................49
Advance to........................................................................................................................49
Auto Page Turn Interval...................................................................................................50
Font Size ...........................................................................................................................51
Add Bookmark .................................................................................................................51
Delete ................................................................................................................................51
File Management︱
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Browsing the Internal Memory or microSD Card ..........................................................53
Moving & Copying Files / Folders ..................................................................................53
Deleting Files....................................................................................................................54
Settings︱
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The Settings Menu ...........................................................................................................56
Record Quality .................................................................................................................56
Record Source .................................................................................................................57
Record Gain......................................................................................................................57
Screen Saver ....................................................................................................................58
Sleep Timer.......................................................................................................................59
Auto Power Off.................................................................................................................59
Brightness ........................................................................................................................60
USB Connection Type .....................................................................................................60
Menu Animation ...............................................................................................................61
Default Background Image..............................................................................................61
Format Internal Memory ..................................................................................................62
Format microSD Card......................................................................................................62
Date & Time ......................................................................................................................63
Language..........................................................................................................................64
Player Information .................................................................................... 64
Driver Installation︱
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Driver Installation for Windows
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7, Vista, XP and 2000................................................66
Driver Installation for Mac
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OS 10.0, or Later................................................................66
Driver Installation for Linux
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Kernel 2.4, or Later .........................................................66
Connecting to a Computer︱
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Transferring Files to the MP870......................................................................................67
Disconnecting the MP870 in Windows
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7, Vista, XP and 2000................................................. 68
Disconnecting the MP870 in Mac
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OS 10.0 or Later ................................................................ 69
Disconnecting the MP870 in Linux
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Troubleshooting︱
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Specifications︱
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Ordering Information︱
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Recycling & Environmental Considerations︱
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Transcend Limited Warranty︱
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Introduction︱
Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s MP870, an advanced MP3 Player that can play music and display
videos and photos. The MP870 combines all the advantages of a great sounding portable MP3 player with
the benefits of a USB flash drive, and includes many extra features such as a Recordable FM Radio,
advanced digital voice recording, karaoke-style lyrics display, A-B repeat functions and variable track
playback speeds. Your MP870 can also be used to read E-books and supports High-Speed USB 2.0 for
faster uploading and downloading of files when connected to a computer. 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 – ideal for 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.
Package Contents︱
The MP870 package includes the following items:
MP870
Earphones
USB Cable

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Line-In Recording Cable
Quick Start Guide
Protective Silicone Cover

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Features︱
2.4-inch QVGA (240 x 320 pixel) full-color TFT display
MP3, WMA, OGG, FLAC and WAV music files
Playback music and videos (MPEG4 SP(Xvid),RM/RMVB and FLV files)
View photos (JPEG, BMP, GIF and PNG files) and e-book (.txt) files
Recordable FM Radio with 20 station presets
Built-in microphone and direct Line-In recording (for CD players, or other devices)
Playlist Builder
microSD / microSDHC memory card slot
Built-in speaker for playback without earphones
Karaoke-style synchronized lyrics display
A-B repeat allows continuous replay of a designated section of a track
Variable track playback speeds
Supports 13 languages including menus, song/album title, artist name and lyrics
USB flash drive capabilities for data transfer and storage
Adjustable sleep timer
Eleven equalizer effects, including a customizable USER EQ setting and SRS WOW HD
Power-saving screen savers and auto-shutoff function
Internal rechargeable Li-Polymer battery provides over 22 hours of continuous music playback*
High-Speed USB 2.0 port for easy computer connectivity and fast file transfers
Real Time Clock (RTC) display
* Max. music playback time achieved with Screen Saver enabled and “Lyrics Sync” disabled.
System Requirements︱
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port.
One of the following operating systems:
Windows
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Windows Vista
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XP
Windows
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2000
Mac
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OS 10.0 or later
Linux
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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 MP870 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 MP870.
•Never connect the MP870 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 MP870 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 MP870 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 MP870 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 portable music devices (24
th
July 1998 Order).
•Before using 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.
•Never use the “Quick Format” or “Full Format” functions in Windows® to format your MP870.
•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 MP870
from a computer.
•Transcend occasionally releases firmware updates for certain products. We suggest you visit
http://www.transcendusa.com and download the latest firmware version for your device.

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MP870 Controls︱
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2.4" Full-Color TFT Display
B
Microphone
C
Speaker
D
Option / Record Button
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Reset Switch
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Hold Switch
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Back / Menu Button
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Next / Fast Forward
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Volume Down
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Volume Up
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Power / Play / OK Button
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Previous / Rewind
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Headphone Jack
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High-Speed Mini USB 2.0 Port
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Line-In Port
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Lanyard Attachment Hole
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microSD Card Slot

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Music Playback Screen︱
ICON INDICATION
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Date & Time Displays current date and time (RTC)
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Sleep Sleep Timer is enabled
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Auto Power Off Auto Power Off function is enabled
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microSD Card microSD Card is inserted
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Lock Hold switch is enabled (controls are locked)
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Battery Battery power level
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Play Status (Play), (Pause), (Fast Forward), (Rewind), or
(Stop) status
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Track Info Current track number and total number of tracks available
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Track Time &
Progress bar The total length (play time) of the file and current position
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Repeat Modes Normal, Repeat One, Repeat All, Shuffle & Repeat, Normal in
Folder, Repeat in Folder, Shuffle in Folder
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EQ Mode Normal, Rock, Pop, Classical, Soft, Jazz, Bass Boost, User EQ,
SRS WOW, SRS WOWHD and SRS Custom Mode
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Song Lyrics Text lyrics are available for the current song (see Lyrics Sync)
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Play Speed The current playback speed
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A-B Repeat A – (start segment), –B (end segment), A–B (segment repeat)
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Artist Artist / singer of the current song
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Album The title of the album the current song comes from
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Filename / Title The current file name and song title
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Cover Art Displays an image of the album cover (if available)

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Basic Operation︱
Charging the Battery
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the Mini USB port on the bottom of the MP870, and plug the large end
of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop or notebook computer. The MP870’s internal
Li-Polymer battery will automatically 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 MP870 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 MP870 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 MP870 is
ready for use.
ο It takes a few seconds for the MP870 to power up.
ο If the Hold icon appears on the display while powering on the unit, this means that the MP870’s

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hold switch is enabled. You must switch off the Hold mode before you can operate the
player.
Power OFF
Press and hold the button to turn off the MP870.
ο It takes a few seconds for the MP870 to completely power down.
ο The power OFF animation will be displayed:
Play a Song
Press the button to play a selected music, video, photo, E-book, or recording file.
Pause a Song
Press to pause and un-pause a song, recording, or video 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.
Fast 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 and hold in any mode to enter the Main Menu. The Main Menu gives you access to the
MUSIC, RECORD, RADIO, PHOTO, VIDEO, E-BOOKS, File Management modes and the
SETTINGS menu.

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File Navigator
The File Navigator is a fast and convenient way of moving between tracks, files and folders.
1. Choose FILE MANAGEMENT from the Main Menu or select Internal Memory /microSD Card in the
MUSIC,VIDEO,PHOTO,or E-Books modes to open the File Navigator.
2. Once the source device is chosen (Internal Memory or microSD Card), a list of available files for the current
mode will be shown (except in FILE MANAGEMENT mode, which displays all files).
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 .
Deleting Files
1. In the File Management mode, navigate to the file you want to delete with the / and
/ buttons.
2. With the file highlighted, press the button to open Options menu.
3. Use the / buttons to highlight “Delete” and press . A “OK / Cancel” message will
appear.

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4. Use the / buttons to highlight “OK” and press to permanently delete the file, or
select “Cancel”to return to File Navigator mode without deleting.
Repeat / Shuffle Functions
Please see the “REPEAT” section in the Music mode for detailed instructions.
A-B Repeat
Please see the “A-B REPEAT” section in the Music mode for detailed instructions.
Hold
When the switch is enabled, all of the MP870’s buttons will be disabled, and cannot accidentally be
pressed while in your pocket.
Reset
If the MP870 is not functioning properly, you can reboot by pressing for 3 to 5 seconds.
Inserting / Removing the microSD Card
1. Open the microSD card slot cover with your fingernail.

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2. Insert the microSD card completely into the slot, applying gentle pressure with your fingertip until it clicks
securely into place.
3. To remove the microSD card, gently push the card inward with your fingernail until it springs free, then
pull it directly out of the slot.
ο For best results and compatibility, we strongly recommend using a Transcend microSD Card.
Transcend is not responsible for any damage caused by using a non-Transcend brand
memory card in the MP870 music player.
ο Do not remove a microSD card while accessing files (playback or browsing) on the card. This can
cause accidental deletion of data, product malfunction or damage to the microSD card.

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MUSIC Mode︱
Playing Audio Files
1. Press and hold to power ON the unit. The Main Menu will appear.
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If the MP870 is already on, press and hold the button to enter the Main Menu.
2. Use the / / / buttons to select “Music” mode and press .
3. Use the / buttons to select the source location of the song you want to play (“Internal
Memory” or “microSD Card”) and press . (Alternatively, you can find all files in the FILE
MANAGEMENT mode)
4. Navigate to the file you want to play by using the / and / buttons.
5. Press to begin listening to a music file.
ο Please see the Specifications section for a list of all music file formats the MP870 supports.
ο If the music player cannot find any compatible files, a “No Files Found” message will be displayed.

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Adjusting the Volume
While playing a song, press once or press and hold or until you reach the desired volume level.
A-B Repeat
1. While playing a song in the MUSIC mode, press the button to open the Options menu.
2. Select “A-B Repeat” and press to enable this function.
3. Press the button to mark the beginning of the section you want to repeat.
4. Press the button again to mark the end of the section you want to repeat.

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5. The marked section of the song will playback in a continuous loop.
6. Press the button once more to stop the A-B repeat function.
Repeat Mode
There are seven Repeat modes to choose from:
Normal (plays all music files available one time, in consecutive order)
Repeat One (continuously repeats the current song)
Repeat All (continuously repeats playback of all music files available, in consecutive order)
Shuffle & Repeat (continuously repeats playback of all music files available, in random order)
Normal in Folder (plays all music files in a folder one time, in consecutive order)
Repeat in Folder (continuously repeats playback of all music files in a folder, in consecutive order)
Shuffle in Folder (plays all music files in a folder, in random order)
1. While playing a song in the MUSIC mode, press the button to open the Options menu.
2. Use the / buttons to select “Repeat Mode” and press .
3. Select a repeat mode and press to confirm.