Transcend T.sonic 650 User manual

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T.sonic™ 650
User’s Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................1
Package Contents..............................................................................................................................1
Features.............................................................................................................................................2
System Requirements........................................................................................................................2
Safety Precautions.................................................................................................................3
General Use.......................................................................................................................................3
Backing Up Data ................................................................................................................................3
Caution: Risk of Deafness .................................................................................................................3
Reminders..........................................................................................................................................3
Player Controls.......................................................................................................................4
OLED Display..........................................................................................................................5
Basic Operation......................................................................................................................6
Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................6
Power ON ..........................................................................................................................................6
Power OFF.........................................................................................................................................7
Play a Song........................................................................................................................................7
Pause a Song ....................................................................................................................................7
Next Track..........................................................................................................................................7
Previous Track ...................................................................................................................................7
Fast Forward......................................................................................................................................7
Rewind ...............................................................................................................................................7
Increase Volume ................................................................................................................................7
Decrease Volume ..............................................................................................................................7
Main Menu .........................................................................................................................................7
Make an Audio Recording..................................................................................................................8
A-B Repeat: Repeat a Section of a Track..........................................................................................8
Hold....................................................................................................................................................8
Reset the T.sonic 650 ........................................................................................................................8
MUSIC Mode ...........................................................................................................................9
Play MP3, WMA, or WMA-DRM10 Music ..........................................................................................9
File Navigator.....................................................................................................................................9
Deleting Music Files.........................................................................................................................10
RADIO Mode .........................................................................................................................11
Listen to the Radio ...........................................................................................................................11
Selecting a Radio Station.................................................................................................................11
Adjusting the Volume .......................................................................................................................11
Saving a Radio Station ....................................................................................................................11
Recalling a Saved Station................................................................................................................12
Recording the Radio ........................................................................................................................12
RECORD Mode .....................................................................................................................13
Making Voice Recordings with the Built-In Microphone...................................................................13
Playing Voice or FM Recordings......................................................................................................13

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File Navigator...................................................................................................................................14
Deleting Recorded Files...................................................................................................................14
Settings.................................................................................................................................15
The Settings Menu...........................................................................................................................15
Equalizer (EQ) Mode .......................................................................................................................15
User EQ Customization ...................................................................................................................15
Repeat Mode ...................................................................................................................................16
Play Speed.......................................................................................................................................16
Contrast ...........................................................................................................................................16
Screen Saver ...................................................................................................................................17
Sync Lyrics.......................................................................................................................................17
Sleep................................................................................................................................................17
FM Reset .........................................................................................................................................18
Language .........................................................................................................................................18
Music Transfer Mode .......................................................................................................................18
About (System Information) .............................................................................................................19
REC Setting...........................................................................................................................20
REC Quality .....................................................................................................................................20
VAD (Voice Activity Detection).........................................................................................................20
RTC Setting...........................................................................................................................21
RTC Setting (Setting the Time and Date) ........................................................................................21
World Clock......................................................................................................................................21
Day light (DST) ................................................................................................................................22
Driver Installation.................................................................................................................23
Driver Installation for Windows®Me, 2000, XP and Vista................................................................23
Driver Installation for Mac™OS 10.0, or Later .................................................................................23
Driver Installation for Linux™Kernel 2.4, or Later ............................................................................23
Connecting to a Computer ..................................................................................................24
Transferring Files to the T.sonic.........................................................................................24
Disconnecting from a Computer.........................................................................................26
Removing the T.sonic 650 in Windows®Me, 2000, XP and Vista ...................................................26
Remove the T.sonic™650 in Mac™OS 10.0 or Later.......................................................................26
Remove the T.sonic™650 in Linux™Kernel 2.4 or Later..................................................................26
T.sonic™Utility Software .....................................................................................................27
Installing the T.sonic Utility Program................................................................................................27
Using the T.sonic Utility Program.....................................................................................................29
PC-Lock.................................................................................................................................30
Lock Your Computer ........................................................................................................................30
Unlock Your Computer.....................................................................................................................32
Partition & Security..............................................................................................................33
Partitioning the T.sonic into Public and Private Areas .....................................................................33
Using the Private Area .....................................................................................................................34
Changing your Password.................................................................................................................35

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Forgotten Passwords .......................................................................................................................35
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................36
Specifications.......................................................................................................................38
Ordering Information............................................................................................................38
Transcend Limited Warranty...............................................................................................39

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s T.sonic™ 650, 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
features such as an FM radio, advanced digital voice recording, karaoke-style lyrics display, A-B repeat functions
and variable track playback speeds. Your T.sonic 650 is equipped with a Hi-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 –
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. The stylish T.sonic 650 from Transcend will change the way you think about digital music
forever.
Package Contents
The T.sonic 650 package includes the following items:
zT.sonic™650
zEarphones
zSoftware CD
zUSB cable
zQuick Start Guide

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Features
zMP3 Player – supports MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM10 (subscription music) and WAV music formats
zFM Radio (FM Radio recording and the ability to preset 20 FM radio stations)
zAdvanced Digital Voice Recorder
zKaraoke-style lyrics display
zBrilliant, dual-color 4-Line OLED Display produces vibrant clear text easily viewed at any angle and
in any light
zVAD (Voice Activity Detection) for high quality gapless audio recordings
zA-B repeat function allows you to continuously replay a designated section of a track
zVariable track playback speeds
zSupports 13 languages including song title, artist name and lyrics display
zUSB flash drive capabilities for data transfer and storage
zIncluded software can be used to lock your computer and password-protect your files
z7 Equalizer effects, including a customizable USER EQ setting
zPowered using a rechargeable Li-ion battery (fully charged battery supports over 15 hours of
continuous operation)*
zHi-Speed Mini USB 2.0 port for easy computer connectivity and fast file transfers
zReal Time Clock (RTC) displays local and world times
* Max. playback time achieved with screen saver set to “Blank” and “Lyrics Sync” disabled.
System Requirements
- A desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port
- One of following operating systems:
zWindows®Me
zWindows®2000
zWindows®XP
zWindows®Vista
zMac™OS 10.0, or later
zLinux™Kernel 2.4, or later

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Safety Precautions
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.
General Use
zUnpack the contents of the T.sonic package carefully.
zDo not allow your T.sonic to get wet or come in contact with water or any other liquids.
zDo not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe the exterior case.
zDo not use or store your T.sonic 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
Backing Up Data
zTranscend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss or damage during operation. If you decide
to store data on your T.sonic, we strongly advise that you regularly backup the data to a computer or other
storage medium.
zTo ensure Hi-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when connecting to a computer, please ensure the
computer has the necessary USB drivers. If you are unsure how to check this, please consult your computer
or motherboard’s User’s Manual for USB driver information.
Caution: Risk of Deafness
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Your MP3 player is limited to a volume level of 100 decibels.
4. Both the MP3 player and its accompanying earphones are compliant with the French regulation concerning
musical Walkmans (24th July 1998 Order).
5. Before using other earphones, confirm that their technical specifications are compatible with the original set.
Reminders
1. Make sure the switch is not enabled before turning on the player.
2. Never use the “Quick Format” or “Full Format” functions in Windows®to format your T.sonic 650.
3. Follow the procedures in the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to properly remove your T.sonic
650 from a computer.
4. 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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Player Controls
Figure 1. T.sonic 650
A Hold Switch
B Reset Button
C A-B Repeat/Rec Button
D Menu Button
E Headphone Jack
F Volume Up Button
G Play/Pause/Power Button
H Next/Fast-Forward Button
I Volume Down Button
J Previous/Rewind Button
K Hi-Speed Mini USB 2.0 Port
L Lanyard Attachment Hole
MMicrophone
N Dual-Color OLED Display

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OLED Display
Figure 2: OLED Display
ICON INDICATION
A Sleep Mode Indicates the T.sonic is set to auto Power OFF
B Repeat/Shuffle
Modes Indicates the Repeat/Shuffle modes: Normal, Repeat One, Repeat All,
Shuffle and Repeat Folder
C A-B Repeat Indicates the A-B Repeat mode
D EQ Mode Indicates the Equalizer (EQ) mode: Normal, Classical, Rock, POP,
Jazz, Bass and USER EQ
E Play Speed Indicates the playback speed
F Hold Indicates when the Hold switch is enabled
G Battery Life Indicates the battery power level
H Album/Artist/Lyrics Displays album title, artist name, or lyrics
I Song Title Displays song title or file name
J Date Today’s date and day
K Time Displays the current time (RTC)
L Track Info Indicates current track number and playtime statistics
M Play Status Indicates Play, Pause, Fast-Forward or Rewind status
N Text Display Mode Indicates whether album title, artist name, or lyrics is shown

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Basic Operation
Charging the Battery
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the Mini USB port on the T.sonic, and plug the large end of the cable into
an available USB port on your desktop or notebook computer. The T.sonic 650’s internal Li-ion battery will begin
charging.
Figure 3: Connecting to a Computer
Power ON
Press and hold the button to turn on the player. An animated Transcend logo will appear on the screen. After
the startup screen disappears, the T.sonic will automatically enter the Music mode. You can now start using the
T.sonic 650.
¾It takes a few seconds for the T.sonic to power up.
¾If the Hold icon appears on the display while powering on the unit, this means that the
T.sonic 650’s switch is enabled. You must switch off the Hold mode before you can power
on the player.
The T.sonic 650 needs to be charged for at least 12 hours before first use.

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Power OFF
Press and hold the button to turn off the T.sonic 650.
¾It takes a few seconds to completely Power OFF the unit.
¾The power OFF animation will be displayed:
Play a Song
zPress to play the currently selected MP3, WMA, or WAV track.
Pause a Song
zPress to pause and un-pause a track during playback.
Next Track
zPress to skip to the next available song.
Previous Track
zPress to go back to the previous song.
Fast Forward
zPress and hold the button to fast-forward.
Rewind
zPress and Hold the button to rewind.
Increase Volume
zPress once or press and hold the button until you reach the desired volume level.
Decrease Volume
zPress once or press and hold the button until you reach the desired volume level.
Main Menu
zPress in any mode to bring up the Main Menu. The Main Menu gives you access to the MUSIC,
RADIO,RECORD and SETTINGS Modes.

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Make an Audio Recording
The T.sonic 650 records using is its built-in microphone located on the face of the unit.
zPress and hold the button for 2 seconds in any mode (except the FM Radio mode) to activate the
T.sonic 650’s built-in microphone and begin recording.
zPress and hold for 2 seconds again to finish the recording.
zRecorded audio files can be found in the Record mode.
A-B Repeat: Repeat a Section of a Track
zWhile listening to a song or recording in the Music or Record modes, press the button once to mark the
beginning of the portion you wish to repeat.
zPress the button again to mark the end of the section you wish to repeat.
zThe marked section of the track will playback the marked A-B section in a continuous loop.
zPress the button once more to stop the A-B repeat function.
Hold
When the switch enabled, all of the T.sonic 650’s buttons will be disabled, and cannot accidentally be
pressed while in your pocket.
Reset the T.sonic 650
You can reset the unit by pressing and holding the “Reset” button 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 T.sonic 650 only supports WMA-DRM10 music files and you must use
the MTP Music Transfer Mode to transfer the files to the player.
Play MP3, WMA, or WMA-DRM10 Music
1. Press and hold the button to power ON the unit. The MUSIC mode will automatically start.
¾You can also enter the MUSIC mode by pressing to enter the Main Menu and using the
and buttons to select the “MP3” icon and pressing to confirm.
2. Press or to select your desired MP3 / WMA /or WMA-DRM10 file.
¾If the T.sonic can’t find any MP3, WMA, or WMA-DRM10 files, a **No music file** message will
be displayed.
¾WAV files can only be played in the Record mode.
3. Press the button to play the MP3/WMA, or WMA-DRM10 music file.
¾T.sonic 650 only supports Mpeg I Layer 3 and WMA files compressed at a rate between
32Kbps – 320Kbps.
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 to enter the File Navigator.
2. The “Root” directory will be displayed. Use the and buttons to move up and down the list.
3. Press or to play the selected song or to enter the selected folder.
4. Press or to go back, or select the icon and press to move up one folder level.
5. To exit, press or while in the “Root” directory.

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Deleting Music Files
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold to enter the File Navigator.
2. Navigate to the file you want to delete with the and buttons. (Use to enter folders)
3. With the file highlighted, press the button. A “Delete? yes / no” message will appear.
4. Use the button to highlight “yes” and press to permanently delete the file.

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RADIO Mode
Listen to the Radio
1. The Earphones must be plugged in to listen to the Radio.
2. Press the button to go to the Main Menu.
3. Use the and buttons to select the “FM” icon and press .
4. The current FM radio frequency will be displayed.
¾The first time you use the Radio, the T.sonic will automatically scan all frequencies and save the
20 strongest stations as channel presets (CH). You can also perform a manual scan by selecting
“FM Reset” in the SETTINGS menu.
Selecting a Radio Station
1. To manually select a radio station, press or (the FM frequency will increase or decrease in 0.1MHz
increments) until you reach the desired station. Alternatively, you can press and hold either or to
auto-scan for the next available station.
Adjusting the Volume
1. Press once or press and hold the or buttons until you reach the desired volume level.
Saving a Radio Station
The T.sonic lets you save (preset) your 20 favorite radio stations (CH 01 to CH 20). To save a station:
1. Use and to select the radio station (FM frequency) that you want to save.
2. Press the button to display the preset channel selector
3. Use the and buttons to select the channel number (CH 01 to CH 20) to save the station to.
4. Press again to save the current station to that channel number.

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Recalling a Saved Station
1. In the RADIO mode press the to display your saved stations (CH 01 to CH 20).
2. Use the and buttons to select the channel you want to listen to.
3. Press to listen to that saved radio station.
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.
¾FM Recordings are named in this format: “MonthDayF###.WAV”
Ex: “ 0101F012.WAV “ would be the twelfth FM recording made on January 1st
4. Press to pause the recording, and press again to resume.
5. Press and hold again to finish the recording. The player will return to the RADIO mode.
¾FM recordings are saved in the /FMIN.DIR/ folder
¾FM recordings can be accessed by using the File Navigator in RECORD mode
¾To adjust the recording sample rate, please see the “Record Settings” section of this manual.
Sample rate Channels 2GB 4GB 8GB
Low (8KHz) 2 (stereo) 64 hrs 128 hrs 256 hrs
Med (16KHz) 2 (stereo) 32 hrs 64 hrs 128 hrs
FM Radio
Recording
High (32KHz) 2 (stereo) 16 hrs 32 hrs 64 hrs
Figure 4: FM Radio Recording Quality Table
**If there is not enough space available or the battery power is too low, the T.sonic 650 cannot support the maximum
recording capacity as outlined in the above table.

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RECORD Mode
The T.sonic 650 has advanced recording features and is capable of recording audio from 2 different sources: the
FM Radio or the Built-In Microphone, both are capable of making very high quality audio recordings. The FM
Radio recording feature has been covered in the previous section. (See “Recording the Radio”)
Making Voice Recordings with the Built-In Microphone
1. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds in any mode (except the FM Radio mode) to activate the
T.sonic 650’s built-in microphone and begin voice recording.
2. An automatically generated file name for your recording will appear.
3. Press to pause the recording, and press again to resume.
4. Press and hold again to finish the voice recording. The player will return to the RECORD mode.
¾Voice recordings are saved in the /MICIN.DIR/ folder
¾Voice recordings can be accessed by using the File Navigator in RECORD mode
¾For best results, try to position the T.sonic 650’s Microphone as close as possible to the source
of the sound or voice you are recording.
¾To adjust the recording sample rate, please see the “Record Settings” section of this manual.
Sample rate Channels 2GB 4GB 8GB
Low (8KHz) 1 (mono) 128 hrs 256 hrs 512 hrs
Med (16KHz) 1 (mono) 64 hrs 128 hrs 256 hrs
Voice
Recording
High (32KHz) 1 (mono) 32 hrs 64 hrs 128 hrs
Figure 5: Voice Recording Quality Table
¾If there is not enough space available or the battery power is too low, the T.sonic 650 cannot
support the maximum recording capacity as outlined in the above table.
Playing Voice or FM Recordings
1. Press to bring up the Main Menu.
2. Use the or buttons to select the “Record” icon and press .
3. Use the and buttons to find your FM or Voice recording.
4. Press to play the recorded file.

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File Navigator
The File Navigator is a fast and convenient way of moving between tracks, files and folders.
1. In the RECORD mode, press and hold the button to enter the File Navigator.
2. The “MICIN.DIR” or “FMIN.DIR” folder will appear, and a list of available recordings will be shown. Use the
and buttons to move up and down the list.
3. Press to play the selected recording.
4. To switch between the MICIN.DIR and FMIN.DIR, press or to go up to the “Root” directory.
¾Voice recordings can be found in the /MICIN.DIR/ folder
¾FM recordings can be found in the /FMIN.DIR/ folder
5. Select a folder using the and buttons, and press or to open it.
6. To exit, press or while in the “Root” directory.
Deleting Recorded Files
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold to enter the File Navigator.
2. Navigate to the file you want to delete with the / and / buttons.
3. With the file highlighted, press the button. A “Delete? yes / no” message will appear.
4. Use the button to highlight “yes” and press to permanently delete the file.

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Settings
The Settings Menu
1. Press the button to enter the Main Menu.
2. Use the or buttons to select the “Settings” icon and press .
Equalizer (EQ) Mode
There are seven equalizer modes to choose from:
Normal, Classical, Rock, Pop, Jazz, Bass, and User EQ
1. In the SETTINGS menu, use the and buttons to select “Equalizer” and press .
2. Use the and buttons to select an equalizer mode. If music is playing, you will instantly hear the
difference between each mode through the earphones. Press to confirm the new EQ setting.
User EQ Customization
The User EQ allows you to customize the 5-band equalizer to your personal preference.
1. In the EQUALIZER mode, use and to select the “Set User EQ” icon and press .
2. Use the and buttons to switch between 5 bands: 80Hz, 250Hz, 1KHz, 4KHz, and 12KHz.
3. Press or to increase or decrease levels in 1.0dB steps (Adjustment range: -7dB to +8dB)
4. Press to save the new User EQ setting.

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Repeat Mode
There are five repeat modes to choose from:
Normal, Repeat One, Repeat All, Shuffle and Repeat Folder
1. In the SETTINGS menu, use and to select the “Repeat” icon and press .
2. Use the and buttons to select the desired repeat mode and press to confirm.
Play Speed
The speed at which an audio file is played can be increased or decreased. Playback speeds can be set to 0.67x
(very slow), 0.8x (slow), 1.0x (normal), 1.14x (fast) and 1.33x (very fast).
1. In the SETTINGS menu, use or to select the “Play Speed” icon and press .
2. Use and to switch between the 5 playback speed settings and press to confirm.
Contrast
The contrast of the OLED display can be adjusted for brighter or darker text. Higher contrast levels will drain the
battery faster, while lowering the contrast level will provide better battery life.
1. In the SETTINGS menu, use and to select the “Contrast” icon and press .
2. Use and to increase or decrease contrast. Press to confirm the new contrast level.