T10 Series

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Instruction Manual

T10 Series

Thank you for your purchase.

Please read this manual carefully before using your new player.

FCC Certification

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT

TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND

(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE, RECEIVED, INCLUDING

INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures :

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR

TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS

EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO

OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

Contents

1

GETTING STARTED

LOCATING THE CONTROLS

2

PC SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

3

BASIC OPERATION

4

CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

5

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NOTE

6

THIS MANUAL COVERS THE INSTALLATION AND USE OF

THE PLAYER HARDWARE. FOR DETAILS REGARDING THE

SOFTWARE OPERATION INCLUDING TRANSFERRING MUSIC

TO THE PLAYER, PLEASE SEE THE SOFTWARE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

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INTERNET

URL : www.iRiver.com

Find information on our company, products, and customer and technical support.

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FEATURES

Multi-Codec Player

Supports MP3, WMA, OGG and ASF formats.

Firmware Upgrade

Provides the latest updated features via firmware upgrade.

Graphic LCD supporting Multiple Languages

T10 Series comes with graphic LCD which can support multiple languages (40 languages).

FM Function

You can easily listen to FM stations and set your favorite stations by using Auto Preset and

Frequency Memory functions.

6 Preset EQ : Normal, Rock, Jazz, Classic, U Bass, Metal

Xtreme EQ and Xtreme 3D

Customize your own EQ with Xtreme EQ and enhance bass and surround sound with

Xtreme 3D.

GUI (Graphic User Interface) Menu System

Simple Navigation

Simple navigation makes it easy to find any song.

Supports 8 levels of subfolders, 500 folders total and up to 1500 files at one time.

Create your own playlists.

Direct Encoding

11.025KHz ~44.1KHz, 8Kbps ~ 320Kbps

Record FM Radio, Voice, or line-in from another device

Voice record level is automatically controlled by AGC function.

Convenient neck strap.

Supports USB 2.0 (iFP-780 Supports USB 1.1 only)

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ABOUT POWER SUPPLY

Inserting a battery

Open the battery cover.

Insert the battery. (AA

1.5V type x 1ea)

Be sure to match the + and ends of the battery with the diagram inside the battery compartment.

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Close the battery cover.

If the battery is worn out, “Low

Battery” is displayed on the LCD.

Insert a fresh battery.

NOTE

To avoid corrosion, remove the battery if the player is not to be used for a long time.

Remove dead battery immediately to avoid damage from corrosion.

When corrosion occurs, wipe the battery compartment immediately with a dry cloth and insert a new battery.

Locating the Controls

Contents

Front View

Side View

LCD Screen

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NOTE

THIS MANUAL COVERS THE INSTALLATION AND USE OF

THE PLAYER HARDWARE. FOR DETAILS REGARDING THE

SOFTWARE OPERATION INCLUDING TRANSFERRING MUSIC

TO THE PLAYER, PLEASE SEE THE SOFTWARE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

2

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Locating the Controls

Front View

USB

MODE

PLAY/STOP RECORDING

VOL

(Next Track/Fast Forward)

Browser/Menu)

VOL

MIC LCDScreen

(Previous Track/Fast Reverse)

HOLD

Locating the Controls

Battery Compartment

USB

RECORD

MODE

PLAY/STOP

Side View

Earphones

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Locating the Controls

LCD Screen

Current Time Artist/Title

Name

PLAYBACK

MODE

HOLD BATTERY

INDICATOR

Playback

Status

PLAY TIME

Remaining Time

BIT RATE SAMPLE RATE

Playback

Progressing Status

Volume

Indicator

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Stop status Volume adjust

FILE FORMAT

: ??? File

: ASF File

: MP3 File

: OGG File

: WMA File

PC software installation

Contents

PC software installation

Attach the player

Detach the player

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NOTE

THIS SECTION COVERS THE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS

OPERATING SYSTEMS ONLY. FOR INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAC OS, PLEASE SEE THE SOFTWARE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

NOTE

THIS MANUAL COVERS THE INSTALLATION AND USE OF

THE PLAYER HARDWARE. FOR DETAILS REGARDING THE

SOFTWARE OPERATION INCLUDING TRANSFERRING MUSIC

TO THE PLAYER, PLEASE SEE THE SOFTWARE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

3

PC software installation

Software installation

IMPORTANT

Please complete the steps in this section BEFORE ATTACHING YOUR

PLAYER TO YOUR PC.

Insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.

The following screen appears after inserting the CD.

If the installation doesn't automatically begin, execute the "setup.exe" file in the installation

CD. The installation program will begin.

The installation CD contains the following contents :

- Device Driver

- iRiver Music Manager

- Manager Program for Mac

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The player can store MP3 files or files of any type.

You can upload files, other than music (MP3, WMA, OGG, ASF), to the PC using the iRiver

Music Manager Program.

Download latest versions of drivers and iRiver Music Manager at www.iRiver.com

Please be sure your login has Administrator privileges if using Windows 2000 or Windows XP.

Note

System Requirements (Windows)

Pentium 133MHz or faster

USB port

Window 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP

CD-ROM drive

10MB free hard disk space

PC software installation

Software installation

Note

Please note that the installation screens may differ slightly from those appearing here, as software may be of a more recent version. If your screens differ, please visit www.iRiver.com/software for an updated user guide.

Insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Installation starts automatically.

Click “Next” after selecting the language to install.

Click “Next” to Install iRiver Music

Manager.

Select the folder to Install.

Click “Next”.

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PC software installation

Software installation

Click “Next” after confirming the installation folder.

Click “Install” to begin the installation.

Installation is in progressing.

Click “Finish” after the installation is completed.

Attach the player

Connecting to the PC

Connect the USB cable (provided) to the USB port of your computer.

Type “A”

Type “A”

Type “B”

USB port on the PC

USB cable

USB port on the player

Turn on the player by pressing the button marked STEREO. Lift the protective cover over the USB port and connect the USB cable to the player.

Type “B”

“USB CONNECTED” will appear on the

LCD screen of the player.

Note Connect the USB cable to the PC after playback stops to avoid errors.

iFP-780 supports USB 1.1 (Full speed) and iFP-790/ 795/ 799 supports USB 2.0

(High speed) version.

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Listening to Music

LISTENING TO MUSIC

Connect the earphones as shown below.

Put the HOLD switch to “OFF”.

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Press the PLAY/STOP button to turn on the player. Press it again to play.

To select song

To select previous song

To select next song

Click

To adjust the volume

+ : To increase volume

- : To decrease volume

NOTE

- When "Hold" is ON, the buttons on the player will not function.

- When stopped or in recording standby mode, the player automatically turns off according to the setting of “STOP

POWER OFF” on the MENU.(Refer to page 5-17)

Listening to Music

To turn on the player

Click

To play

Click

To change modes (MP3 FM

Voice recording LINE IN)

Long Click

To stop

Click

To advance

Push

To reverse

Push

To play the next folder

Push Long Push

To play the previous folder

Long Push

To fast forward

Push

Long Push

To fast reverse

Long Push

To turn off the player

Long Click

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Basic Operation

Basic Operation

Basic Operation

Changing Functions

Press and hold the MODE button to display the current function. Push the

NAVI/MENU button toward or to select the desired function, then click the

NAVI/MENU button to enter that mode.

Long Click

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1. LCD window : Displays the operating status of the player.

2. To skip to previous track or previous FM station.

3. To increase volume.

4. To skip forward to the next song or FM station.

5. To select NAVI/MENU function.

6. To decrease volume.

7. To Play or Stop playback, to select FM mode, or to turn on/ off.

8. To select EQ mode, A-B repeat, or automatically store FM stations.

EQ : NORMAL ROCK JAZZ CLASSIC U BASS METAL Xtrm EQ

Xtrm 3D

9. To select function, playback mode, or record/stop recording.

Navigation Menu

Click Long Click

MP3 Playback FM Receiving Voice Recording LINE IN Recording

Selecting FM Tuner Mode adjusting the volume

Press the STEREO button to select

STEREO or MONO.

Click

Press + on volume button to increase volume and press – on Volume button to decrease volume.

to increase

Push

(Refer to page 4-8) to decrease

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Basic Operation

NAVIGATION

Press NAVI/MENU button and find the desired track by pushing the VOL + or VOL – button. To select the track, press the NAVI/MENU button, or the button.

To move to the upper folder, push the switch.

If there is no upper folder, NAVIGATION stops.

MODE

During MP3 playback, you can select the playback mode by turns by clicking the

MODE/REC button.

Click

Repeat Playback

Shuffle Playback

Intro Playback

Press and hold the MODE/REC button : You can select MP3 or FM, Voice or Line-in recording functions. (Play mode is automatically activated when MP3 is selected).

MENU

A long press of the NAVI/MENU button will enter the menu system.

Scroll between menus : Push or ( VOL + or VOL -) .

Exit : Click the PLAY/STOP button (or long pressing of

NAVI/MENU button).

Select Function: Press the NAVI/MENU button.

Stop playback.

Basic Operation

Press the

“NAVI/MENU” button.

DELETING FILES ON THE PLAYER

Select the file to delete by using VOL or VOL .

Click the “MODE” button.

“FILE DELETE ARE YOU SURE?” is displayed on the screen.

Select “YES” by using or (VOL + or VOL -) delete. Then click NAVI/MENU button.

to

Stop playback.

FILE DELETE

DELETING FOLDERS ON THE PLAYER

Press the

“NAVI/MENU” button.

Select the folder to delete.

Click the “MODE” button.

“FOLDER DELETE ARE YOU SURE?” is displayed on the screen.

Select “YES” by using and (VOL + or VOL -) delete. Then press NAVI/MENU button.

to

NOTE You can only delete an empty folder.

FOLDER DELETE

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Operating the FM Tuner

OPERATING THE FM TUNER

To switch to the FM Tuner, press and hold the MODE/REC button.

The current function is displayed.

Long Click

The function selection graphic displays on the LCD.

Push the confirm.

, switch to select FM RADIO. Press the NAVI/MENU button to

Push

Click

Push the NAVI/MENU switch toward

Push or to select your desired station.

(Ex : 87.5 87.6) or

Operating the FM Tuner

To select STEREO/MONO

Press the STEREO/PLAY/STOP button to select Stereo/Mono.

Click

Auto Scan function

To automatically locate a station press and hold NAVI/MENU button to the right or left.

The player will quickly scan through each frequency and stop at the next station that can tuned in.

Long Push or

PRESET Mode

To select a station saved in memory, press the NAVI/MENU button to enter PRESET mode then find a saved station by pushing the or switch to the left or the right.

(Ex : 89.1 91.9 93.1)

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Operating the FM Tuner

Memory Function (Save stations)

Select a station by pushing the or switch to the left or the right.

Click

Push or and select the desired station.

Select CH02

Click again

Save complete

Up to 20 stations can be saved.

Click To cancel Saving will exit the memory function without saving.

Auto memory function

Press and hold the A/B MEMORY button to automatically select select stations and save them in sequential order.

(Only activates while the player is not in PRESET mode)

Auto memory may not work within weak transmission areas.

Long Click

Operating the FM Tuner

Memory delete function (Delete saved stations)

Select the station to be deleted at

PRESET mode

Press and hold the MEMORY button.

Long Click

- The next station will appear when station delete is completed.

Push the MEMORY button if you also want to delete the next station.

NOTE

FM Tuner reception may vary in different areas.

While in PRESET mode, auto scan and auto memory functions are not available.

When the player doesn’t have any preset stations, EMPTY will be displayed at

PRESET mode then faded out.

To turn the player off

Press and hold the PLAY/STOP button to turn the player off.

Long Click

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Recording-FM Tuner

To record FM

Press the MODE/REC button during FM reception. The station will be recorded, the remaining recording time will be displayed on the LCD screen.

Click

To pause FM recording

Press PLAY/STOP button to pause the recording process. Press PLAY/STOP button again to restart recording.

Click

To stop FM recording

Press the MODE/REC button again to stop recording.

The recorded file is saved as TUNER000.REC. It is saved in the RECORD folder.

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To play a recorded file

After selecting MP3 mode, select the recorded file to listen and press the PLAY/STOP button to play.

NOTE Volume can not be controlled while recording.

Recorded REC files can be converted to MP3 files using iRiver Manager.

(Refer to page iRiver Music Manager Software Instruction Manual 32~34/37~39)

Press and hold the MODE/REC button.

Long Click

Recording-Voice

Recording Voice

Press the

VOL -) or (VOL + or switch to select Voice mode.

Push

Press the NAVI/MENU button (or

PLAY/STOP) to go to Voice recording mode. (The recorder will be in standby mode.)

Click

Click or

Press the MODE/REC button again to begin recording.

Click

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Recording-Voice

To stop recording

Press the MODE/REC button.

Click

To play a recorded file

Press the PLAY/STOP button.

Click

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NOTE

After stopping a recording, starting again will create a new voice file.

To pause voice recording

Press

Press button during recording. button again to restart recording.

NOTE

Pausing the recording will not create a new file, recording will be added to the current recording.

NOTE

The recorded file is saved as VOICE000.REC in the VOICE folder.

If “00:00:00” is displayed on the LCD, the player’s memory is full. To record, delete files and/or folders on the player to make some space available.

(To delete : Refer to page 4-6, iRiver Music Manager )

The player can not record when the memory is full or the battery is low.

Keep the player far away enough from the source to avoid distortion in the recording.

Recorded REC files can be converted to MP3 files using iRiver Manager.

(Refer to page iRiver Music Manager Software Instruction Manual 4-32~4-34)

Recording-External audio source

Recording from an external audio source

Connect the LINE OUT jack of the external equipment to the LINE IN jack of the player.

Set “LINE IN RECORDING MODE” in the MENU.(Refer to page 5-22 for details)

Press and hold the MODE/REC button.

Long Click

LINEIN RECORDING MODE

MONO STEREO

44.1KHz

128KBPS

MP3

FM

FM

RADIO

NOTE

- Select Line-In mode on the menu to use the external microphone.

VOICE

LINE

IN

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Recording-external audio source

Recording from an external audio source

Press the or (VOL + or VOL -) switch to select the LINE-IN mode.

Push

Press the NAVI/MENU button (or

PLAY/STOP) to go to LINE-IN recording mode. (Record Standby

Mode)

Click or

Click

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MP3

FM

FM

RADIO

VOICE

LINE

IN

Press the MODE/REC button and

LINE-IN recording is started.

Click

AUDIO001

STEREO 44.1KHz 128KBPS

Press play on your external equipment (if necessary) to begin playback to be recorded.

NOTE

- The recorded file is saved as

AUDIO000.REC, AUDIO001.REC... in sequential order. Files are saved in the

RECORD folder.

- Select Ext. Mic on the CONTROL linein/ext. mic menu to use the external microphone. (Refer to page 4-23)

- Files recorded using an external microphone are saved as EXMIC000.REC.

To stop recording

Press the MODE/REC button.

Recording-external audio source

To play a recorded file [ 1]

Press the PLAY/STOP button.

Click Click

STEREO 44.1KHz 128KBPS

After pressing the NAVI/MENU button, select a recorded file using the VOL + or VOL - switch.

Click

To play a recorded file [ 2]

Press the PLAY/STOP button.

Click

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MODE (Playback Mode)

MODE (Playback Mode)

You can set various Repeat and Shuffle options by choosing these selections under

Mode. Change the Repeat or Shuffle mode by pressing the MODE button. Please refer to the MODE function controls (page 5-24) for user-defined configuration.

REPEAT

When the MODE/REC button is pushed, the icon in the playback mode indicator is changed.

Play a single track repeatedly.

Play all tracks in the folder and stop.

Play all tracks in the folder repeatedly.

Play all tracks in the player repeatedly.

SHUFFLE

Randomly play all tracks in the player and stop.

Play a single track repeatedly.

Skip forward will select a new random track to play repeatedly.

Randomly play all tracks in the folder and stop.

Randomly play all tracks in the folder repeatedly.

Randomly play all tracks in the player repeatedly.

MODE (Playback Mode)

INTRO

INTRO: Plays the beginning 10 seconds of each track in sequential order.

INTRO HIGHLIGHT: Plays 10 seconds from 1 minute into each track in sequential order. You can set this function in the MENU function.(Refer to page 5-25)

Repeat a selected interval.

Press the button once to select the beginning <A> point.

Interval Repeat(A-B)

Press the button again to select the ending <B> point.

A-B interval will be repeated.

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Trouble Shooting

Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your iRiver dealer or contact support at www.iRiver.com.

No Power

No sound or distortion during playback.

Characters in LCD are corrupted.

Poor FM Reception.

Check whether the HOLD switch on the player is ON

(Switch to OFF position)

Check the condition of the battery.

Insert a fresh battery.

Check whether VOLUME is set to "0".

Connect the earphones plug firmly.

Check whether the plug is dirty. Clean the plug with a dry and soft cloth.

Corrupted MP3 or WMA files may make a static noise and the sound may cut off. Listen to your files on the PC to see if they are corrupted.

Check out Menu General Language and confirm whether the right language has been selected.(Refer to page 5-12)

Adjust the position of the player and earphones.

Turn off the power of other electric devices near the player.

The Earphone cord functions as the antenna, they must be plugged in for best reception.

Failed download of MP3 file

Check the condition of the battery.

Check the connection between your computer and the player to ensure that the cable is secure.

Check the Manager program to make sure it is operating.

Check whether the player’s memory is full.

Precautions

Safety

Avoid dropping or impacting the player.

The player is designed to operate while walking or running, but dropping or excessively impacting the player maybe cause damage.

Avoid contacting the player with water.

Damage to the internal parts of the player may occur if the player comes into contact with water. If your player gets wet, dry the outside with a soft cloth as soon as possible.

Do not leave the player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain, Mechanical shock, unleveled surface, or in a car with its windows closed.

Remove the battery if player is unused for long periods of time.

Battery left in the player for a long time can corrode and damage the device.

All data stored on this device may be erased by a excessive impact, a thunder or an electricity failure, etc. on the device.

The Manufacturer does not warrant and will not be held responsible in any way for damages or loss of data, including loss of data stored on this device, resulting from a excessive impact, a thunder or an electricity failure. You will be responsible for safe-guarding all data stored on this device.

On Headphones and Earphones

Road Safety

Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headsets at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

Preventing hearing damage

Avoid using headphones/earphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuously loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.

Consideration for others

Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sound and to be considerate of the people around you.

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Accessories

Earphone/ Earphone cover

Carrying Case

USB cable

User Manual/Warranty card

Quick Start Guide

Battery(AA type 1EA) Neck strap for carrying

Audio Cable (Line-In)

Installation CD

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Accessories subject to change without notice and may vary from image shown.

Specifications

Memory

Model No

USB version

128 MB*

T10

1.1 (Full speed)

256 MB*

T10

2.0 (High speed)

* 1 MB = 1,000,000 Bytes / 1 GB = 1,000 MB = 1,000,000,000 Bytes

Not all memory available for storage.

Memory is not expandable.

512 MB*

T10

2.0 (High speed)

1 GB*

T10

2.0 (High speed)

Category Item

Frequency range

Headphone Output Audio

FM Tuner

S/N ratio

FM Frequency range

S/N ratio

Antenna

File Type

File

Support

Bit Rate

Tag Info

Encoding

LCD

Language

Voice Recording

Max. Playtime

Dimension

Weight

Battery

Operational Temperature

Specifications

20 Hz ~ 20 KHz

(L)15 mW + (R)15 mW (16 Ohm) max. Volume

90 dB(MP3)

87.5 MHz ~ 108 MHz

60 dB

Headphone/Earphone-Cord Antenna

MPEG 1/2/2.5 Layer 3, WMA, OGG, ASF

8 Kbps ~ 320 Kbps

(OGG : 44.1 KHz, 96Kbps~225Kbps)

ID3 VI, ID3 V2 2.0, ID3 V2 3.0, ID 3 V2 4.0

11.025KHz ~44.1KHz, 8Kbps ~ 320Kbps

Full Graphic 4 Line with Backlight

40 Languages

Approx. 36:00 hrs

(8kbps, 128 MB)

Approx. 72:00 hrs

(8kbps, 256 MB)

Approx. 144:00 hrs

(8kbps, 512 MB)

Approx. 288:00 hrs

(8kbps, 1 GB)

Approx. 40 hours (128 kbps, MP3, Volume : 20, EQ Normal, Alkaline “AA” 2400mAh)

87(W) x 32(D) x 26.7(H) mm

37 g (w/o Battery)

62 g (Battery included)

1 AA Type Alkaline battery

-5 ~ 40

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