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Philips GOGEAR SHOQBOX PSS231 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Philips GoGear ShoqBox PSS231 User manual...

  • Page 2: Need Help

    Need help? Please visit www.philips.com/support where you can access to a full set of supporting materials such as user manual, flash tutorial, the latest software upgrades and answers to frequently asked questions. Or call our Customer Care Helpline, 0906 1010 017 (£0.15/min) where our professional support team will be pleased to assist you in solving any issues you may have with your player.
  • Page 3 Country Country Helpdesk Helpdesk Europe Austria 0820 901115 Belgium 070 253 010 Denmark 3525 8761 Finland 09 2290 1908 France 08 9165 0006 Germany 0180 5 007 532 Greek 0 0800 3122 1223 Ireland 01 601 1161 Italy 199 404 042 Luxemburg 26 84 30 00 Netherlands...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents 4 WELCOME About your new player Accessories Optional accessories Registration More information 7 Getting started Overview of controls and connections Basic first steps Charging Installing software Connecting your ShoqBox to the PC via the USB port Transferring music Powering on / off Selecting a music track to play Look at the demo mode to see key features 13 Organize and transfer music with...
  • Page 5 23 Shaqbox main root menu 24 Shoqbox basic operations 30 Detailed operations Manual synchronization Creating a playlist Transferring a playlist Managing your tracks and playlists Playing music on ShoqBox ShoqBox display icons Battery level indications Customizing settings Music mode Line-in mode ShoqBox time and date Alarm mode5 Setting Alarm Time - for users with 12 hour / AM PM settings...
  • Page 6 There is no Music on my player after transfer My ShoqBox player is frozen To repair your ShoqBox using Philips Device Manager My player is full and I have less songs on my player than I expected 44 Safety and maintenance...

  • Page 7: Welcome

    Welcome About your new player With your newly purchased ShoqBox, you can enjoy the following: • Music playback of MP3 and WMA digital audio tracks from the built-in memory • Line-in mode to play your favorite external audio sources, like music from your laptop or other digital audio player •...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    The following accessories are not included with your ShoqBox, but can be bought separately. You can find them at www.philips.com/GoGearshop line-in cable to connect ShoqBox to any audio source, like your laptop CD-ROM with Windows Media Player, Philips Device Manager and user manuals (Europe) or www.store.philips.com travel case to protect your ShoqBox (US).

  • Page 9: Registration

    Registration Since it is possible for you to upgrade your product, we recommend that you register your product www.philips.com/register available. More information Please visit www.philips.com/support Enter your product model number to view: - FAQ, Frequently Asked Questions - Latest user manuals...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting started Overview of controls and connections RESET LINE IN 5V DC RESET LINE IN 5V DC...
  • Page 11 Navigation Volume controls Bass boost MENU POWER / PLAY / PAUSE VIEW Connections cover 5V DC Reset opening Line in Headphone socket Scroll up / Previous / Fast rewind Scroll down / Next / Fast forward Back to previous level Go to next level Increase volume Decrease volume...

  • Page 12: Basic First Steps

    Basic first steps Charging Connect the supplied multi-voltage adaptor/charger to your ShoqBox by plugging it into the 5V DC connector at the back of your product under the ShoqBox back cover and then plug the other end into a standard mains power outlet. The battery will be fully charged in 4 hours when charging it for the first time and 70% charged in 1 hour for quick charge.

  • Page 13: Installing Software

    Insert the CD supplied with your product into the CD ROM drive of your PC. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation of Windows Media Player and Philips Device Manager. You may need to restart your PC after software installation.

  • Page 14: Connecting Your Shoqbox To The Pc Via The Usb Port

    Windows Media Player 10" in this user manual for more details. Powering on / off Power on: Press and hold Power off: Press and hold Note: Your device automatically powers down if there is no operation and no music played for 10 minutes. until the PHILIPS screen appears. again.

  • Page 15: Selecting A Music Track To Play

    Select a music track to play Use the navigation keys on the left of the display to select a song for playback. Play a song by pressing 2;. Press the same key to pause the music. As with most digital audio players, there is no stop key. Look at the demo mode to see key features The demo mode can be started from any mode by pressing Go to:...

  • Page 16: Organize And Transfer Music With Windows Media Player

    Organize and transfer music with Windows Media Player 10 Note: Windows XP operating system is required for Windows Media Player 10. This chapter describes the basic operations and steps that you need to follow to successfully transfer music to your ShoqBox. For more information, please refer to Windows Media Player Help on your computer.
  • Page 17 Select Library tab to access media library. Click Add to Library on the bottom left of the screen. You can choose to add files from folder, URL, by searching your computer, etc.

  • Page 18: Ripping Songs From A Cd

    Ripping songs from a CD If you want to transfer music from a CD to your player, you need to create a digital copy of the music on your PC first.This is called ripping. Start Windows Media Player. Insert the Audio CD. Select Rip tab to display a list of music tracks on your CD.

  • Page 19: Synchronizing Content To Your Device

    Synchronizing content to your device When you connect your player to your computer for the first time, Windows Media Player starts the Device Setup Wizard.You can choose to synchronize your player with the library automatically or manually. Automatic synchronization: Every time you connect your player to your computer and start Windows Media Player, the content on your device will be updated automatically according to the sync settings you specified.

  • Page 20: Manual Synchronization

    Manual synchronization Start Windows Media Player. Connect the player to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Select Sync tab. In the pull down menu on the right pane, select Philips or Philips ShoqBox as the destination. ShoqBox...
  • Page 21 If they are not in the list, click F5 to refresh and try again. Select Library tab to access media library. Click to highlight the song you want to copy. Right click on the song and select Add to > Sync List.
  • Page 22 Or drag and drop the song into the Sync List on the right pane. Click Start Sync button at the bottom of the screen to start synchronization.The progress will be displayed just above the Start Sync button. ✔ We recommend that you always use Windows Media Player to transfer music to your player.

  • Page 23: Creating A Playlist

    Creating a playlist Start Windows Media Player. Select Library tab to access media library. Click to highlight a track. Right click on the track and select Add to > Additional Playlist... In the Add to Playlist dialog box, select an existing playlist or click New to add a new playlist. The track you have selected will be added to the playlist.

  • Page 24: Managing Your Tracks And Playlists

    Player.You can only delete the playlist via the device itself or via Windows Explorer. Delete playlists via Windows Explorer Connect the player to your computer. Open Windows Explorer. Select Philips ShoqBox > Media > Music. Highlight the playlist you want to delete, right click and select Delete.
  • Page 25 Edit Track Information via Windows Media Player Select Library tab. Highlight the track you want to edit, right click and select Edit. Edit on the text box directly. Search for Tracks via Windows Media Player Select Library tab. Type a search string in the search field. Click Search to start searching.

  • Page 26: Shaqbox Main Root Menu

    ShoqBox main root menu When your ShoqBox powers up, you will see the main root menu, it contains the following items: Music to play your digital music tracks Line-in to use the ShoqBox speakers to listen to music from any external source such as your laptop or other digital audio player Alarm to enter the alarm function...

  • Page 27: Shoqbox Basic Operations

    ShoqBox basic operations Basic Operation Switch ShoqBox on / off Select Music / Radio / Line-in Enter/ exit the menu display Scrolling and browsing Go to different levels of menu Play music Pause music playback Change volume Fast forward in a track Rewind in a track Play next or previous track View more information about track...

  • Page 28: Playing Music On Shoqbox

    Playing music on ShoqBox From the root menu, press to enter the music selection options. You can search your ShoqBox music library via the following options, see screen example When you find a song you wish to play, ensure it is highlighted and press...

  • Page 29: Shoqbox Display Icons

    ShoqBox display icons The ShoqBox display will use the following icons, which are explained in the table below: Music mode Alarm clock < Previous menu / library level available > Next menu / library level available Option available for selection Repeat 1 Shuffle Battery level indications...

  • Page 30: Customizing Settings

    Customizing settings Press MENU for menu options. Press for next or for previous levels of menu. Press to confirm your selection by checking Press MENU to exit the menu display. Options for each setting are shown on ShoqBox's display. Bold means default setting. Mode Level 1 Music...
  • Page 31 Mode Level 1 Equalizer Settings Clock Level 2 Level 3 Rock HipHop Jazz Dance Funk Display Backlight Contrast Screen saver 30 sec 1 min 2 mins Auto Shutdown 30 sec 2 mins 5 mins 10 mins Time and Day Day / Hour / Minute 12 / 24 hour 12-hour 24-hour...
  • Page 32 Mode Level 1 Language Information Restore factory settings No Demo mode Level 2 Level 3 English Français Italiano Deutsch Español Português Nederlands Svenska Level 4...

  • Page 33: Detailed Operations

    Detailed operations Music mode Your device is preloaded with some music tracks. You can also transfer your digital music collection from your computer to your device through Windows Media Player 10. More information about music transfer can be found in the above sections of the manual. Once you have downloaded MP3/ WMA tracks from your computer to the ShoqBox, you can access your music in 5 different ways on the ShoqBox.
  • Page 34 From this screen, you can click next song scheduled for playback. Music mode settings It is possible to change the play screen default to show number of tracks in the selection instead of the next track title. Go to MENU PLAYSCREEN INFO MENU PLAYSCREEN INFO...

  • Page 35: Line-In Mode

    Line-in mode You can use your ShoqBox to act as a powerful mini speaker: Connect the included audio cable between connection on your auxiliary equipment. . On ShoqBox, press . Operate the controls on your auxiliary equipment to playback. Adjust the volume on both ShoqBox and your device. If you activate the Line-in mode without turning on your auxiliary equipment, laptop or other digital audio player, then you will see this error message.

  • Page 36: Alarm Mode

    ShoqBox time and date The time is displayed using the 12-hour and 24-hour clock. 12-hour clock is the default option. You will need to set both the clock time and date before you can use the alarm options. In any mode, enter the menu: Settings > Clock > Day and Time > ... Highlight the menu option you want to adjust.
  • Page 37 1. To activate the alarm, enter Alarm from the root menu screen. 2.Select ON or OFF 3. If you select ON, you will be brought to the Alarm main settings screen. In the screen below, the Alarm is set for 10:00.

  • Page 38: Setting Alarm Time - For Users With 12 Hour / Am Pm Settings

    Settings Function Time Set Alarm time Repeat Set Alarm frequency Source Set Alarm sound Setting Alarm Time - for users with 12 hour / AM PM settings > You need to select the alarm hour, minute and AM / PM separately. Setting Alarm Time - for users with 24 hour settings >...

  • Page 39: Setting Alarm Source - Music

    You can set the Repeat settings of your Alarm according to the table below: Daily Alarm will be activated every day Weekdays Alarm will be activated every day between Monday to Friday Weekend Alarm will be activated every Saturday and Sunday The alarm will sound for 2 minutes in your selected alarm source mode and then enter the "Auto snooze"...
  • Page 40 Screen 1 Screen 2 Screen 3 Screen 4 > > > Screen 5 >...

  • Page 41: Setting Alarm Source - Buzzer

    Setting Alarm Source - Buzzer You can select Buzzer for your Alarm. Use the navigation keys to the left of the display to select buzzer by following the example screens below. > > Alarm Auto Snooze When you alarm is activated, it will sound for 2 minutes. If you do not press a key during this minute, the ShoqBox will Auto Snooze.

  • Page 42: Updating Your Player

    A software program called Philips Device Manager will monitor the firmware status of your player and notify you if a new firmware is available.You need an Internet connection for this.

  • Page 43: To Manually Check Whether Your Firmware Is Up To Date

    Power your player with the supplied AC/DC adapter. Connect your player to the computer. Launch Philips Device Manager from Start > Programs > Philips Device Manager. Alternatively, you can launch Philips Device Manager from the computer desktop by double clicking on the icon below. Select your device.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    If nothing happens, recharge the battery for at least 4 hours and try to switch on or reset again. If this does not work, you might have to repair your player with Philips Device Manager. To repair your ShoqBox using Philips Device Manager 1 Connect your device to your computer.
  • Page 45 My player is full and I have less songs on my player than I expect Your device has built-in memory to store songs. Check your model number to see the actual memory size. You will be able to store more songs on your device if you use WMA formatted songs in 64 kbps with variable bitrate.
  • Page 46 This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice for the European Union This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Union. Philips PSS231...

  • Page 47: Safety And Maintenance

    Active mobile phones in the vicinity may cause interference. Backup your files. Please ensure that you retain the original files that you have downloaded to your device. Philips is not responsible for any loss of content if the product becomes damaged or not readable / legible.

  • Page 48: Hearing Safety

    Philips headphones (sold separately) for this product. Important (only for models with by-packed headphones): Philips guarantees compliance with the maximum sound power of its audio players as determined by relevant regulatory bodies only with the original model of provided headphones. In case this one needs replacement, we recommend that you contact your retailer to order a model identical to that of the original provided by Philips.

  • Page 49: Copyright Information

    Copyright information All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective companies or organizations. Unauthorized duplication of any recordings downloaded from the internet or made from audio CDs is a violation of copyright laws and international treaties. The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material, including computer programmes, files, broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence.This equipment should not be used for such purposes.
  • Page 50 Secure Content even after you have paid for and obtained it. Neither your consent nor the consent or approval of Philips is necessary for any of them to deny, withhold or otherwise restrict your access to Secure Content or to disable your device's ability to transfer, store, access, copy, display, and/or play Secure Content.

  • Page 51: Disposal Of Your Old Product

    Disposal of your old product Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product, it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products.

  • Page 52: Technical Data

    Technical data Picture / Display Display Type: Backlight: Line of text: Resolution: Indication: Language support: English, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Swedish, Sound Output power: Amplifier: Sound enhancement technology: Equalizer: Equalizer settings: Volume control: Signal to noise ratio: >80 dB (earphone), Frequency response:20 Hz-20 KHz Audio Playback Compression format:MP3, WMA...
  • Page 53 Adaptor type: Battery type: Battery capacity: Battery playback time: 18 hours* Charging time: Battery replaceable: by Philips service only System requirements PC with Windows® XP (SP1 or above) Internet connection with Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher CD-ROM drive USB port...
  • Page 54 PHILIPS reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. All rights reserved.
  • Page 55 Specifications are subject to change without notice. Trademarks are the property of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. or their respective owners 2005 © Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All rights reserved. Printed in China www.philips.com wk6112...

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