Transcend Tsonic 630 2GB User Manual
Transcend Tsonic 630 2GB User Manual

Transcend Tsonic 630 2GB User Manual

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  • Page 1 MP630 Digital Music Player User’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents ...2 Introduction ...1 Package Contents...1 Features...2 System Requirements...3 Safety Precautions ...4 General Use...4 Backing Up Data ...4 Caution: Risk of Deafness ...4 Reminders...4 Product Overview ...5 A-B Repeat/Rec Button...5 Menu Button...5 LOCK Switch...5 Hi-Speed Mini USB 2.0 Port ...5 Back-Fast Rewind Button ...5 Next-Fast Forward Button...5 PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF Button ...5...
  • Page 3 Repeat All Tracks in a Folder...9 A-B Repeat: Repeat a Section of a Track...9 Lock ...9 Reset the MP630 ...9 MUSIC Mode ...10 Play MP3, WMA and WMA-DRM10 (Subscription) Music ...10 File Navigator Mode...10 Delete a file in the MUSIC Mode...11 RADIO Mode ...12 Listen to the Radio ...12 Selecting a Radio Station...12...
  • Page 4 Disconnecting from a Computer ...41 Removing the MP630 in Windows Removing the MP630 in Mac Remove the MP630 in Linux Transcend Digital Music Player Utility...42 Installing the Digital Music Player Utility Program...42 Using the Digital Music Player Utility ...44 PC-Lock Function...45 PC-Lock Function for Windows Lock Your Computer ...47...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s MP630 Digital Music Player. A new generation of Flash MP3 Player that combines all the advantages of a great sounding MP3 player with a USB Flash Drive and includes many extra features as standard such as, an FM Radio, Advanced Digital Voice Recorder, Direct Line-In recording, Karaoke-type Lyrics display, A-B repeat functions and variable Track Playback speeds.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Quick Instruction Guide Features MP3 Player that supports MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM10 (subscription music) and WAV music formats FM Radio (FM Radio recording and the ability to preset 20 FM radio stations) Advanced Digital Voice Recorder: specify an individual (memo), or group (meeting) environment...
  • Page 7: System Requirements

    System Requirements Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port. One of following Operating Systems (OS): ® Windows ® Windows 2000 ® Windows ™ OS 10.0, or later ™ Linux Kernel 2.4, or later...
  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    In a closed car that is in direct sunlight Backing Up Data Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during operation. If you decide to store data on your Digital Music Player we strongly advise that you regularly backup the data to a computer, or other storage medium.
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 1. MP630 Reset Switch A-B Repeat/Rec Button Menu Button LOCK Switch Hi-Speed Mini USB 2.0 Port Back-Fast Rewind Button Next-Fast Forward Button PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF Volume Up Button Volume Down Button Line-In Port White Text OLED Display Microphone Earphones Jack Neck Strap hole...
  • Page 10: Oled Display

    ICON Indicates that the Player is setup to auto Power OFF Sleep Mode A-B Repeat/ Indicates the A-B Repeat/Repeat/Shuffle modes: Normal, Repeat One, Repeat/Shuffle Repeat All, Shuffle and Repeat in Folder Modes Preset the player to make an automatic Radio, MIC recording Preset Record Indicates the Equalizer (EQ) mode: Normal, POP, Rock, Classical, Jazz, EQ Mode...
  • Page 11: Basic Operation

    Charging the Battery Plug the small end of the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable into the Mini USB connector on the MP630 and plug the large end of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop, or notebook computer. The MP630’s internal Li-ion battery will begin charging.
  • Page 12: Power Off

    Power OFF Press and Hold the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button It takes a few seconds to Power OFF the unit. The OLED screen will display the Power OFF status. Play a Track Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button WMA-DRM10, or WAV track. Pause a Track Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF”...
  • Page 13: Make An Audio Recording

    Make an Audio Recording The Default Recording Mode for the MP630 is its Built-in Microphone. Press and Hold the “A-B/REC” button in any mode except the RADIO Mode will activate the MP630’s built-in microphone and begin recording. Press and Hold the “A-B/REC” button the recording.
  • Page 14: Music Mode

    If you want to buy DRM (Digital Rights Management) music online please be advised that the MP630 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 and WMA-DRM10 (Subscription) Music 1.
  • Page 15: Delete A File In The Music Mode

    5. Pressing the “Menu” button 6. Pressing the “Menu” button (top folder level). 7. Pressing the “Menu” button Navigator. Delete a file in the MUSIC Mode 1. In the MUSIC Mode, Press and Hold the “Menu” button 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button folder.
  • Page 16: Radio Mode

    Listen to the Radio 1. The Earphones must be plugged in to listen to the Radio. 2. Press the “Menu” button 3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button the “RADIO” icon , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button RADIO Mode. 4. The FM Radio Frequency will be displayed on the OLED screen. For your convenience the first time you use the Radio, all the FM channels will be automatically scanned and the first 20 channels with a strong signal will be preset.
  • Page 17 3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select the channel number where you want to save the Radio station. 4. Press the “A-B/REC” button again to save the selected station to the channel number.
  • Page 18: Recall A Saved Station

    Recall a Saved Station 1. In the RADIO Mode press the “A-B/REC” button the screen. 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button the channel number of the Radio station to which you want to listen. 3. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to this channel will begin to play.
  • Page 19: Record Sound

    Record Sound The MP630 has advanced recording features and is capable of recording audio from 4 different sources: FM Radio, Built-In Microphone, External Microphone, or Line-In (e.g. CD Player), all are capable of making very high quality Audio Recordings. The FM Radio recording feature has been covered in the previous section If you want to make a recording using the MP630’s Built-In Microphone you must select the “MIC”...
  • Page 20: Record Using The Built-In Microphone

    Record using the Built-In Microphone 1. Unless otherwise selected, Pressing and Holding the “A-B/REC” button seconds in any mode except the RADIO Mode will begin an audio recording using the MP630’s Built-in Microphone. 2. A Recording file is generated and will appear on the screen; this file is saved in the RECORD Mode in the [/MICIN.DIR/] folder.
  • Page 21: Record Using The Line-In Connection

    5. Files Recorded using an External Microphone are named in the order [Month/DayM001.WAV], then [Month/DayM002.WAV] and so forth. 6. Pressing the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button recording, pressing the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button recording. 7. Press the “A-B/REC” button and the screen will return to the RECORD Mode. 8.
  • Page 22: Play A Recorded Sound File

    Avg (16KHz) Med (22KHz) Good (32KHz) High (44KHz) If not enough memory space is available, or the battery power is too low, the MP630 cannot support the maximum recording capacity as outlined in the above table. Play a Recorded Sound File 1.
  • Page 23: Delete A File In The Record Mode

    Delete a file in the RECORD Mode 1. In the RECORD Mode, Press and Hold the “Menu” button 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button folder. 3. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button “A-B/REC” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind”...
  • Page 24: Settings

    Enter the Settings Menu 1. Press the “Menu” button 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button the “SETTINGS” icon , then press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button the SETTINGS Mode. Repeat Mode There are several REPEAT Modes to choose from: Normal, Repeat One, Repeat All, Repeat Shuffle and Repeat Folder.
  • Page 25 setting and return to the SETTINGS Menu. You will instantly hear the different sound effect in your earphones.
  • Page 26: User Eq Customization

    User EQ Customization The User EQ allows you to customize the settings of a 5 Band Equalizer to your personal preferences. 1. In the EQUALIZER Mode, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the Set User EQ icon button to enter the Set USER EQ Mode.
  • Page 28: Sleep

    Sleep Sets a time delay to automatically Power OFF the MP630 even during operation. 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the Sleep icon to enter the SLEEP Mode. 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button Sleep timer for the unit to automatically Power OFF: OFF –...
  • Page 29: Sync Lyrics

    2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button the User Language. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button Language and return to the SETTINGS Menu. Sync Lyrics Karaoke-type feature that displays the lyrics of a song on the OLED screen during Playback. 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the Sync Lyrics icon button...
  • Page 30: Music Transfer Mode

    1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the FM Reset icon button to enter the FM RESET Mode. 2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button YES, or NO and press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button and return to the SETTINGS Menu. Music Transfer Mode If you want to buy and play WMA-DRM10 (only) music files, or you are using Windows Media Player 10 you must choose the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) Music Transfer Mode to transfer and synchronize...
  • Page 31: About

    2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button ENABLE, DISABLE, or RESET your current Playlist. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button to save the selection and return to the SETTINGS Menu. 3. Enabling the Playlist Manager feature will allow you to play your Playlist the next time you go into the MUSIC Mode.
  • Page 32: Time Settings

    The MP630 has Advanced TIME features. The TIME Settings Menu contains the features that can be customized to your preferences including, an RTC (Real Time Clock), World Time and DST (Daylight Saving Time). Real Time Clock (RTC) The MP630’s RTC displays the local date and time, both of which can be adjusted. 1.
  • Page 33: World Time

    World Time The MP630 has the ability to display the local time for different time zones; this is a handy feature if you are traveling. 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the TIME Settings icon button to enter the TIME Settings Menu.
  • Page 34: Daylight Saving Time (Dst)

    Daylight Saving Time (DST) The MP630 can be setup to enable Daylight Saving Time, so the official local Summer and Winter times are displayed. 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the TIME Settings icon button to enter the TIME Settings Menu.
  • Page 35: Advanced Record Settings

    Advanced RECORD Settings The MP630 has Advanced Recording features. The RECORD Settings Menu contains the advanced Recording features that can be customized to your preferences including, REC Quality, REC Environment, REC Input Device, VAD (Voice Activation Detection) and Preset REC. REC Quality The quality of an audio recording can be set to Low (8,000Hz), Average (16,000Hz), Medium (22,000Hz), Good (32,000Hz), or High (44,000Hz), but the higher you set the Recording Quality the greater the...
  • Page 36 Recordings are recorded in Stereo, or Mono depending on the Line-In device that is used.
  • Page 37: Rec Environment

    REC Environment Sets the sensitivity of the MP630’s Built-in Microphone, so you can record a Memo (record a person speaking), or Meeting (record a group speaking). 1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button button to select the REC Settings icon button to enter the REC Settings Menu.
  • Page 39: Vad (Voice Activation Detection)

    VAD (Voice Activation Detection) VAD allows the MP630 to make gapless audio recordings. This means the player will only begin recording when it detects the subject is speaking, if the person(s) pauses, or stops speaking the MP630 will stop recording until the person(s) starts speaking again. This allows you to make complete and very easy to listen to recordings.
  • Page 40 3. Enabling the Preset REC feature will open the Preset REC setup screen. 4. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button the FM (Radio), MIC (Built-in Microphone), or Ext MIC (External Microphone) as the audio recording method and press the “PLAY/PAUSE/PWR ON-OFF” button selection.
  • Page 41: Driver Installation

    Driver Installation for Windows No drivers are required. These Windows Plug your MP630 into an available USB port and Windows Removable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window. Driver Installation for Mac No drivers are required.
  • Page 42: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer If you want to buy and play WMA-DRM10 (only) music files, or you are using Windows Media Player 10 you must choose the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) Music Transfer Mode to transfer and synchronize music files between the computer and your MP630. 1.
  • Page 43: Download And Upload Music And Other Files

    Download and Upload Music and other Files If you want to buy and play WMA-DRM10 (only) music files, or you are using Windows Media Player 10 you must choose the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) Music Transfer Mode to transfer and synchronize music files between the computer and your MP630. If you want to use your MP630 to listen to music other than the Radio you must download MP3, WMA, or WMA-DRM10 music files onto the Player.
  • Page 44 3. When connected to a computer the MP630’s screen will display a “READY” message, indicating that files can be loaded onto the player. If you are using Windows newly assigned drive letter representing the MP630 will appear in the My Computer window. Figure 7.
  • Page 45: Disconnecting From A Computer

    Disconnecting from a Computer Before removing your MP630, always ensure the OLED Display is not in the READ/WRITE status, otherwise your files or MP630 may be damaged. Removing the MP630 in Windows 1. Select the Hardware icon on the system tray. 2.
  • Page 46: Transcend Digital Music Player Utility

    Transcend Digital Music Player Utility The MP630 comes with some very useful bundled software that can increase your productivity. Before using the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility program, please read the following sections carefully. The Utility is not supported on Mac...
  • Page 47 Figure 13. Installation complete 4. The Digital Music Player Utility Software Program can be found in: “ -> Programs -> Transcend -> Transcend Digital Music Player Utility.”...
  • Page 48: Using The Digital Music Player Utility

    Using the Digital Music Player Utility The Transcend Digital Music Player Utility provides you with several software options including a: Figure 14. Transcend Digital Music Player Utility Menu To use the Utility, you must log in to the Windows PC-Lock Function Partition &...
  • Page 49: Pc-Lock Function

    When the PC-Lock Function is enabled, you can use your Digital Music Player as a key to lock your computer protecting it from use by others. The PC-Lock function is not supported in the Mac To use the PC-Lock function, you must log in to the Windows OS with Administrator rights. PC-Lock Function for Windows 1.
  • Page 50 3. After selecting the Enable PC-Lock you can type the Text to be displayed on the screen while the computer is locked. 4. If you want to set a timer to automatically unlock your computer select the “Enable Timer” option. Input the Lock Period in Hours and Minutes, after the time elapses your computer is automatically unlocked.
  • Page 51: Lock Your Computer

    5. Click on the “OK” button to start the PC-Lock. Figure 19. Enable PC-Lock Lock Your Computer After the PC-Lock function is enabled, your computer will be locked whenever you remove your Digital Music Player. When your computer is locked, the screen will display the Text screen saver. Unlock Your Computer To unlock the computer, you must re-insert your Digital Music Player.
  • Page 52: Partition & Security Function

    Partition & Security Function Enabling this feature allows you to setup a secure area on the Digital Music Player to protect your personal information with a Private Password. You can partition the MP630 into Public and Private Password protected areas. Data and information in the Private Area is kept secure and can only be accessed by logging onto the MP630 using the correct password.
  • Page 53: Use The Mp630 Security Features

    Use the MP630 Security Features 1. Click on the “Login/Logout” button in the “Digital Music Player Utility” window. 2. The “Login/out” window will appear. Input your Password and click on the “Login” button to enter the MP630 Security area. 3. When you are finished using the Secure Area and no data is being transferred between the Digital Music Player and the computer, click on the “Logout”...
  • Page 54: Forgotten Your Password

    2. The “New Password” window will appear. Input your current “Password,” a “New Password,” “Confirm Password” and a “New Password Hint” (a reminder, should you forget your password). Click on the “OK” button to complete the New Password setup. Forgotten your Password If you forget your password use the password hint to try and remember your password.
  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    If a problem occurs with your MP630, please first check the information listed below before taking your MP630 for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem from the following hints, please consult your dealer, service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on our websites.
  • Page 56 Track playback sounds intermittent Plug the earphones into the earphones jack again to make sure they are properly connected. Digital Music Player Powers OFF automatically MP630 features a SLEEP Mode, which acts as a Power Saving feature. You can preset your Digital Music Player to Power OFF automatically after 15, 30, or 60 minutes.
  • Page 57 ® Digital Music Player cannot operate after it was formatted in Windows ® Formatting the Digital Music Player using the “Quick Format” or “Full Format” option in Windows destroys the default format of the Digital Music Player. To retrieve the default format, you must link to and download a Firmware Update for your Digital Music Player.
  • Page 58: Specifications

    73 mm × 33 mm × 12.5 mm 30g (with Li-ion battery) MP3 WMA and WMA-DRM10 (Subscription music) IMA_ADPCM (WAV) 15 hours (fully charged battery) 32Kbps to 320Kbps Up to 10 years ≥ 100,000 times ≥ 90dB CE, FCC, BSMI 2-years Memory Size Transcend P/N TS2GMP630 TS4GMP630...
  • Page 59: Transcend Limited Warranty

    Transcend is not responsible for recovering any data lost due to the failure of a flash memory device. Transcend’s MP630 must be used with devices that conform to the recommended industry standards.
  • Page 60: Glossary Icons

    Select this icon to access your MP3, WMA and WMA-DRM10 music files. MUSIC: Select this icon to choose, save, listen to and record a Radio station. RADIO: Select this icon to access the Audio Recordings you made. RECORD: Select this icon to customize the MP630’s settings to your specific preferences. Settings: Select this icon to repeat a song, a section of a song, or all the songs in a folder.
  • Page 61 Select this icon to set the sensitivity of recording audio from a person, or REC Environment: group. Select this icon to choose the method of recording: Built-in Microphone, or REC Input Device: Line-In (external microphone, CD Player). Voice Activation Detection, Select this icon to setup for gapless audio recordings. VAD: Select this icon to preset the player to make an automatic audio recording.
  • Page 62: Terminology

    Terminology A-B repeat...2, 3 Function that allows a user to mark a designated section of a track for continuous replay. auto-scan...12, 27 Automatically-scan begins a search process that will continue until a recognized signal is arrived at. cable...2, 4, 7, 31, 32 Device that is used to connect one hardware device to another without a loss in function.
  • Page 63 Linux ...4, 3, 30, 34, 35, 42 An open source computer Operating System. Mac...4, 3, 30, 34, 35, 42 MACintosh is a computer operating system used in Apple computers. MB ...45 A MegaByte measures memory storage capacity, one MB equals one million bytes. MHz ...12, 27 MegaHertz is a unit of frequency measurement.

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