Limit the volume Overview of the home menu Organize the home menu Connect and charge Connect MUSE to a computer Install Philips Songbird for the first time Install the Philips Songbird software again (after the first installation) Battery level indication...
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16 Use the MUSE to carry data files 17 Settings 18 Technical data System requirements 19 Glossary Need help? Please visit www.philips.com/welcome where you can access a full set of supporting materials such as the user manual, the latest software updates, and answers to frequently asked questions.
• Back up your files. Ensure that you retain the original files you have downloaded to your device. Philips is not responsible for any loss of data if the product becomes damaged or not readable / legible. • Manage (transfer, delete, etc.) your music files only with the supplied music software to avoid problems.
Data logging Philips is committed to improving the quality of your product and enhancing the Philips user experience. To understand the usage profile of this device, this device logs some info / data to the non-volatile memory region of the device.
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Audio project free from restrictions or royalties, unless exempted by express written consent of the author. d Any source code, ideas, or libraries used must be plainly acknowledged in the software using the code. e Although the software has been tested thoroughly, the author is in no way responsible for damages due to bugs or misuse.
or profits; or business interruption) however caused and on any theory of liability, whether in contract, strict liability, or tort (including negligence or otherwise) arising in any way out of the use of this software, even if advised of the possibility of such damage XPAT XML Parser Copyright (c) 1998, 1999, 2000 Thai Open Source Software Center Ltd...
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Please inform yourself about the local rules on separate collection of batteries. The correct disposal of batteries helps prevent potentially negative consequences on the environment and human health. Notice for the European Union This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Union.
What’s in the box Check that you have received the following items: Player Earphones USB cable Quick start guide Philips GoGear audio player Quick start guide Note • The images serve as reference only. Philips reserves the right to change color/design without notice.
3 Getting started Overview of the controls and connections press and hold: turn MUSE on/off press: increase/decrease the volume press and hold: increase/ decrease the volume quickly display return to home menu microphone headphone jack USB jack RESET reset the MUSE HDMI jack MICRO SD Micro SD slot...
Overview of the home menu Main Mode features Music Video Pictures FM radio Extra Mode features Recordings create or listen to recordings Audible listen to audiobooks Text read text files Folder view files in folders Settings customize the settings of MUSE Micro SD view Micro SD card card¹...
If the pop-up window is not displayed automatically: Select My Computer (Windows XP / Windows 2000) / Computer (Windows Vista / Windows 7). Right click on the Philips GoGear MUSE icon. Select Install Philips Songbird (Setup. exe). Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Install the Philips Songbird software again (after the first installation) Important! The Philips Songbird software installer is preloaded to MUSE. To free memory capacity for your media content on MUSE, the installer file is automatically deleted during the first installation process. If you want to install the software any time...
Connect MUSE to the computer (see section Connect and charge for instructions). On your computer, click Start > Programs > Philips > Philips Songbird to launch the Philips Songbird application. Click MUSE in the Player pane. Then, select Tools > Check for updated firmware in the pop-up window.
5 Turn MUSE on and off Press and hold the button for longer than 2 seconds to toggle between on and off. Automatic shut-down MUSE has an automatic shut-down feature that can save battery power. After 10 minutes in idle mode (no music plays, no button is pressed), MUSE turns off.
6 Philips Songbird MUSE comes with the Philips Songbird software. The Philips Songbird software helps you to: • purchase new media (music and videos) online • create a media library • manage your media library • play music and videos •...
Export media to iTunes On the computer, launch the Songbird program. Select Tools > Options... On the Songbird toolbar, select the Media Importer tab, then iTunes Import/ Export. Verify your library location and options. Select Export Library. The software exports the library from »...
• Right-Click on selected titles. Songbird fetches the artwork for all » selected titles. Playlists By default, the Philips Songbird software installs the following add-ons that are needed to rip a • CD Rip Support • Gracenote Metadata Lookup Provider...
Follow the on-line instructions to install the new feathers. Format MUSE (erase all music and data) Philips Songbird has a Format feature that you can use to format MUSE and erase all your files from the internal memory. Caution •...
Repair MUSE (restore factory settings) Philips Songbird has a repair feature that you can use to restore MUSE to the factory settings. Before you proceed, back up your files that are stored on MUSE if possible. Caution • The following procedure erases all your files that are stored on MUSE, and restores the factory settings.
7 Music Add music to MUSE Refer to the Songbird chapter in this user manual to find out how to add (transfer) media files such as music to MUSE. Overview of the music controls These are the controls of the music mode: Goal play pause...
While you listen to the music track, tap Tap the option to delete the music track. Tap to confirm the deletion. Delete one or more music tracks Use the Philips Songbird software to add or delete, and then sync your media files such as music. Note •...
8 Audiobooks MUSE supports books in audio format. The use of this feature requires that you download the AudibleManager from audible.com. With the AudibleManager you can manage the digital contents of your audiobooks. Visit audible.com and register. The onscreen instructions guide you through the AudibleManager software download process.
Listen to audiobooks In the home menu, tap to enter audiobook mode. The audiobook play screen consists of three panels: • top panel: options • center panel: current audiobook selection • bottom panel: controls With your finger, swipe up or down on the screen to scroll through lists of audiobooks.
With BBC iPlayer you can now catch up on your favourite BBC programs from the past 7 days on MUSE. Here is how to use BBC iPlayer on Philips MUSE: On your computer, open your browser and go to www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer Click on a program to select it.
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Connect MUSE to your computer and transfer the file with A. Windows Explorer or B. Windows Media Player 11. Transfer with Windows Explorer • Important: Before you transfer the file with Windows Explorer, briefly (~10 seconds) play the file on your computer using Windows Media Player 11.
10 Video Add videos to MUSE Refer to the Songbird chapter in this user manual to find out how to add (transfer) media files such as videos to MUSE. Overview of the video controls These are the controls of the video mode: Goal play pause...
During video play, you can choose from the following advanced play features: • Tap the rating bar once or more to select the rating option • (not rated) • (rating 1) • (rating 2) • (rating 3) • (rating 4) •...
While you watch the video, tap . Tap the option to delete the video. Tap to confirm the deletion. Delete one or more videos Use the Philips Songbird software to add or delete, and then sync your media files such as videos. Note •...
11 Pictures Add pictures to MUSE Refer to the Songbird chapter in this user manual to find out how to add (transfer) media files such as pictures to MUSE. Overview of the picture controls These are the controls of the picture mode: Goal Action play slideshow...
While you view the picture in full-screen mode, tap . Tap the option to delete the picture. Tap to confirm the deletion. Delete one or more pictures Use Philips Songbird software to add or delete, and then sync your media files such as pictures. Note •...
12 Radio Listen to FM radio MUSE can store up to 20 different radio stations under preset numbers. Follow the instructions in chapter Auto-tune radio stations to automatically tune to radio stations. The auto-tune feature automatically saves the first 20 stronger signals to preset numbers. Note •...
13 Recordings Record from FM radio (Available with some versions only!) While you listen to the FM radio, tap to enter the recording mode. • to start recording. • to toggle between pause and recording. • to stop. » Recordings are automatically saved on the player.
Upload your recordings to a computer Use the Philips Songbird software to sync your media files. Alternatively, you can transfer recordings in Windows Explorer: Connect MUSE to the computer. In Windows Explorer, open MUSE. Select the folder Recordings > Voice or FM radio*.
14 SD Card Insert an SD card Turn on MUSE. Open the dust cover of the Micro SD card slot. Insert the Micro SD card with the contacts facing up: » The Micro SD card icon the home menu. Note •...
15 Text reader Read text files In the home menu, tap to enter the text reader mode. The text files are displayed as a list. » Swipe your finger up and down on the list to locate a text file, then tap to select it. Swipe your finger from right to left or from left to right on the text to flick to the next or previous page.
16 Use the MUSE to carry data files This is how you use MUSE to store and carry data files: Connect MUSE to the computer (for instructions see section Connect and charge). On the computer in Windows Explorer,copy the data files and paste them to MUSE.
17 Settings This is how you customize MUSE: In the home menu, tap settings mode. In the settings menu, • swipe your finger up or down on the screen to scroll through lists of options. • tap to select options. •...
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Settings Options menu Date and time Set date Set date format Set time Set time format Show time in header Language • • • • • • • • • • PC connection • preference • Information Capacity: Free space: Firmware version: Model: CTN:...
Power Power supply: 1,100 mAh Li-ion polymer internal rechargeable battery Play time¹ - audio: 24 hours - video: 5 hours Software Philips Songbird: to update firmware and transfer music Connectivity Headphone 3.5 mm USB 2.0 High speed HDMI Sound Channel separation: 50 dB Frequency Response: 20 - 18,000 Hz Output power: 2 x 2.7 mW (for EU version);...
FullSound FullSound™ is an innovative technology designed by Philips. FullSound™ faithfully restores sonic details to compressed music, enhancing it to provide a full sound experience without any distortion. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
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MSC [Mass Storage Class] The USB mass storage device class (or USB MSC or UMS) is a set of computing communications protocols that provide an interface to storage devices. Devices that support this standard are referred to as MSC (Mass Storage Class) devices. MTP [Media Transfer Protocol] Media Transfer Protocol supports the transfer of music and video files to portable audio and...