Instruction Manual
CMP43D
Table of contents
Product Code
CMP43D
Care & maintenance ............................2
Disposal information ...........................2
Rechargeable battery disposal ..................2
Accessories included ..............................3
Overview of controls ...............................3
Getting started ................................. 3
Connecting to a PC ..............................4
Earphone connection ...........................4
SD card ........................................ 4
Basic operation .................................5
Power On/ Off ..................................... 5
Wake from standby ...............................5
Calibration ........................................5
Main menu interface ............................5
Music playback .................................5
Music playback (cont) ..........................6
Music mode option menu ......................... 6
EQ mode ..........................................6
Play mode .........................................6
Add to my playlist .................................6
Add a tag ..........................................6
Delete a track .....................................6
Scan speed .......................................6
Fade option ....................................... 6
Information .......................................6
Video playback ................................. 6
Video mode option menu ..........................7
Play mode .........................................7
Add a tag ..........................................7
Delete a track .....................................7
Information .......................................7
Photo browser ..................................7
Photo mode option menu .........................7
Rotate .............................................7
Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Delete .............................................7
Information .......................................7
Camera function ................................7
Camera option menu ..............................7
Picture/ video playback ...........................7
Brightness ........................................ 7
Save path .........................................7
Resolution ........................................8
Voice recorder ..................................8
Record mode option menu ........................8
Record format ..................................... 8
Record quality ..................................... 8
Record gain ....................................... 8
Save path .........................................8
EBook ..........................................8
Ebook function menu .............................8
Skip to ............................................8
Auto reading speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Add a tag ..........................................9
Font size .......................................... 9
Font colour ........................................9
Page effect ........................................ 9
Delete .............................................9
File browser .................................... 9
Browser example usage ...........................9
Delete .............................................9
Settings ........................................ 9
Display ............................................9
Power saving ......................................9
Date & time .......................................9
Language ......................................... 9
Advanced ......................................... 9
Information .......................................9
Effect setting ......................................9
Touch screen calibration .........................10
Reset default settings ............................10
Technical specifications .......................10
Troubleshooting ...............................10
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Safety information
Important – Please read these instructions fully before using
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE, REFER ANY SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
• Please read this owner’s guide
• Please take the time to follow the instructions in
this owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up
and operate your system properly and enjoy all of its
advanced features.
• Please save this owner’s guide for future reference.
• The product label is located on the back of the
product.
• Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture.
• Do not use this product near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, and laundry tub, in a wet basement,
near a swimming pool, or anywhere else that water or
moisture is present.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time - to prevent
damage to this product.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
• Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way: such as liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus; the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped -
• Do not attempt to service this product yourself.
• Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other hazards.
• To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, avoid
overloading wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles.
• Use suitable power sources - Plug the product into a
suitable power source, as described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the product.
Before making any electrical connections, ensure the
following:
• Do not bend, stretch or pull the supply cable in order
to avoid electric shock.
• The supply voltage should be the same as that
indicated in the technical specifications and the
appliance rating plate.
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such
as sun, fire or the like
This product complies with European low
voltage (2006/95/EC) and electromagnetic
compatibility (2004/108/EC) directives.
Care & maintenance
Care and cleaning
• All care and cleaning operations should be carried out
with the unit unplugged from the mains power.
• Occasionally wipe the cabinet with a lint free duster.
Never clean the unit with liquids or solvents.
Disposal information
WEEE marking “Information for the consumer”
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
make yourself aware of the local collection system for
electrical and electronic products. Please act according
to your local rules and do not dispose of your old
products with your normal household waste. The correct
disposal of your old product will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human
health.
Rechargeable battery disposal
Your product contains a built-in rechargeable battery
covered by the European Directive 2006/66/EC. To
safeguard the functionality and safety of your product,
always take your product to an official collection point
or service centre where a professional can remove the
battery.
Please inform yourself about the local rules on
separate collection of batteries because the correct
disposal will help prevent negative consequences for
the environmental and human health. Please do not
dispose of your batteries with your normal household
waste. Always bring your product to a professional to
remove the battery.
This product complies with Electromagnetic
compatibility (2004/108/EC) directives.
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Functions & controls
Please familiarize yourself with the parts and accessories listed below
Accessories included
• 1 x CMP43D
• 1 x Instruction manual
Overview of controls
• 1 x USB charging cable
• 1 x earphones
• 1 x Stylus
Stylus
LCD display
Camera lens
USB socket ON/ OFF switch
ON OFF
Earphone socket
Micro SD card slot
Getting started
Before use your player will require charging fully.
Follow the below instructions to charge.
1: Set the ON/ Off switch to the ‘ON’ position.
2: Using the usb charging cable connect the mini usb
plug into the usb charge socket on the bottom of the
unit. Connect the other end of the cable to a laptop/
pc usb input & power on the pc/laptop.
3: Once connected the player will power up and present
you with three options:- Power & Data (Charge
the device & connect to a pc/ laptop) , Charge
(Charge only) & Charge & Play (Use the device while
charging). Select the ‘Charge’ option by using your
fingertip to press the on-screen button or use the
supplied stylus.
4: During charging you will see the battery animation in
the top right corner of the display. When the charge
is at maximum the battery turns fully blue and no
longer animates.
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User instructions
Connecting to a PC
Once the unit is charged or during charging you can
copy files to the player.
1: Follow steps 1-2 of ‘Getting started’ to connect the
player to a pc/ laptop.
2: Once connected the player will power up and present
you with three options:- Power & Data (Charge
the device & connect to a pc/ laptop) , Charge
(Charge only) & Charge & Play (Use the device while
charging). Select the ‘Power & Data’ option by using
your fingertip to press the on-screen button or use
the supplied stylus.
3: When the unit is connected a hardware driver
is automatically installed and the device is then
available in the list of devices (Named CMP43_8G).
On some operating systems an auto play window will
appear. Choose to take no action and click OK to close
the window.
4: Double click ‘My Computer’ Or ‘Computer’ on some
operating systems. Look for ‘Removable disks
or storage’ option and locate the device named
‘CMP43_8G’ and double click.
NOTE: Do not disconnect the USB cable at any
time when copying data to or from the device.
Earphone connection
Instructions for earphone usage.
ON OFF
1: Connect the 3.5mm earphone plug into the
EARPHONE socket on the bottom of the unit.
To prevent possible hearing damage,
do not listen at high volume levels
for long periods.
In music mode, when the volume is adjusted to
85dB the above warning will appear on the
display. Tap the ‘
If you hear no sound during playback, do not turn
the volume up as the music may suddenly begin
at a high volume.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
To avoid damaging your ears, adjust the volume to
the lowest safe level before playing, and turn up to
the desired level when playback has started.
’ button to continue.
SD card
Follow the below instructions to insert and remove a
micro SD card to expand the storage capacity.
5: Drag & drop media files into the applicable folders on
the removable device.
6: Close the removable device window and disconnect
the player from your pc/ laptop after data transfer has
completed.
1: Insert a ‘Micro SD’ card as shown. Make sure the side
with writing on faces the back of the player. Push the
SD card in gently until you feel/ hear a click. And the
card remains inside the player.
2: To remove the card push the card inwards gently until
you feel/ hear a click and the card pops out of the
player.
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User instructions
Basic operation
Power On/ Off
1: Set the ON/ OFF switch to the ON position to power
the unit ON.
2: Set the ON/ OFF switch to the OFF position to prevent
the unit waking from standby mode accidentally.
Wake from standby
1: When the ON/ OFF switch is set to the ON position
the unit will enter standby after a predetermined
duration. To wake the unit tap on screen anywhere
and slide the padlock icon to the right hand edge of
the screen.
Calibration
Before use the touch screen will need to be calibrated.
Follow the below steps.
1: Enter the ‘Advanced’ option in the ‘Setting’ menu.
2: Select ‘Touch Screen Calibration’.
3: Using a fingertip or the supplied stylus click on the
displayed cross hair each time it moves to complete
the calibration.
Main menu interface
This player provides a touch screen interface. The main
menu interface can be found below.
1: The time is displayed on the top left of the display. The
battery charge level on the top right.
2: Touch any of the icons on the display with a fingertip
or the supplied stylus to enter the selected mode/
menu.
Common interface functions
The table below explains the functions of icons that
appear on multiple functions.
Select to return to the main menu interface
at any time.
Select to display the current mode option
menu.
Select to return to the previous menu.
Select to display the volume adjustment
screen. touch the ‘+’ icon to increase & the ‘-’
icon to decrease the volume.
Music playback
1: Select ‘MUSIC’ from the main menu.
2: Select one of the filters to help you locate the
album/ track you wish to play. Select a track to begin
playback.
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3
4
1 Album art
2 Playback progress bar. Drag the slider to adjust
the playback position.
3 Current position of playback
4 Skip previous track. Press and hold to FRWD
5 Play/ Stop the current track
6 Skip next track. Press and hold to FFWD
7 Current track length
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User instructions
Music playback (cont)
8 Play mode icon. Touch repeatedly to cycle
though the options. See ‘Play mode’ for further
details.
9 Genre
10 Album title
11 Artist
12 Selected track filename
13 Total amount of tracks
Music mode option menu
Select the
1: Select from Normal, Pop, Classic, Soft, Jazz, Rock &
Select a playback mode from the below options.
icon to display the music mode option list.
EQ mode
DBB (dynamic bass boost).
NOTE: To reach ‘DBB’ you will need to press and
drag the menu upwards.
Play mode
Sequence
Repeat One
Repeat All
Shuffle
Shuffle + Repeat
Intro
Play tracks in sequence
Repeat a single track
Repeat all tracks
Play tracks in a random
order
Repeatedly play tracks in
a random order
Play the first 10s of each
track
Add to my playlist
Select this option to add the selected track to a playlist.
1: Select ‘Add to my Playlist’.
2: Select which playlist you wish to add the track to 1-5.
3: Press the
music playback screen.
Add a tag
Similar to playlist you can tag multiple tracks to appear
in the ‘tag list’ on the music filter menu.
1: Select ‘Add Tag’.
2: From the Music filter menu select ‘Tag List’ to display
all tagged tracks.
Delete a track
1: Select to delete the currently selected track.
2: Press ‘Yes’ when asked ‘Delete disk file?’.
Advanced options
Scan speed
Specify the speed at which the fast forward/ fast rewind
scan functions operate.
1: Set the scan speed from:- 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X & 32X.
Fade option
1: Select the ‘Fade in Fade out’ option.
2: Set the fade option to ON or OFF.
Information
When selected this function displays the information
tags for the current track.
Video playback
1: Select ‘VIDEO’ from the main menu.
2: Select one of the filters to help you locate the video
you wish to play.
3: Press anywhere on-screen while playing a video to
display the common interface options and reveal the
pause icon in the centre of the display.
icon repeatedly to return back to the
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User instructions
Video mode option menu
Select the
Select a playback mode from the below options.
Similar to playlist you can tag multiple videos to appear
in the ‘tag list’ on the video filter menu.
1: Select ‘Add Tag’.
2: From the video filter menu select ‘Tag List’ to display
1: Select to delete the currently selected track.
2: Press ‘Yes’ when asked ‘Delete disk file?’.
When selected this function displays the information
tags for the current video.
1: Select ‘PHOTO’ from the main menu.
2: Choose a photo from the ‘Dir List’ you wish to view.
3: Press anywhere on-screen and press the PLAY icon
4: To change the slide show transition effect, select
5: Choose from the available transition effects.
6: To adjust the slide show interval between each
7: Set the amount of seconds between each image.
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icon to display the video mode option list.
Play mode
Sequence Play tracks in sequence
Repeat One Repeat a single track
Repeat All Repeat all tracks
Shuffle
Shuffle + Repeat
Add a tag
all tagged videos.
Delete a track
Information
Photo browser
to begin a slideshow. Tap again and press the STOP
icon to cancel the slideshow.
‘Slide Effect’ from the main ‘PHOTO’ menu or photo
mode option menu.
image, select ‘Slide Interval’ from the main ‘PHOTO’
menu or photo mode option menu.
Play tracks in a random
order
Repeatedly play tracks in
a random order
Photo mode option menu
Select the
1: Select ‘Rotate’ and choose a rotate option from 90,
1: Select ‘Zoom’.
2: Choose from ZOOM IN or ZOOM OUT.
1: Select to delete the currently selected track.
2: Press ‘Yes’ when asked ‘Confirm to delete?’.
When selected this function displays the information
tags for the current photo.
1: Select ‘CAMERA’ from the main menu.
2: Press the camera icon on the right hand side of the
3: To switch between camera & video camera mode
Select the
list.
1: Select Picture or Video playback (depending on
2: Choose one of the filters to help you locate the
Adjust the brightness level of the display.
Select between internal memory or an attached SD
card.
icon to display the video mode option list.
Rotate
180 & 270 degrees.
Zoom
Delete
Information
Camera function
screen to take a photo. Or when in video camera
mode begin recording/ pause recording.
press the
Camera option menu
Picture/ video playback
which mode you are currently in).
picture/ video you wish to play.
Brightness
Save path
icon in the top left corner of the display.
icon to display the camera mode option
User instructions
Resolution
Specify the resolution of photographs/ videos saved to
the internal memory.
Voice recorder
1: Select ‘RECORD’ from the main menu.
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2: Press the RECORD button (1) to begin recording.
Press once more to pause the recording.
3: When finished recording press the STOP button (2) to
save the recording to the internal memory.
Record mode option menu
Select the
Select the format the recordings are saved in. Choose
from WAV or MP3.
Select the recording quality from Low, medium & high.
Set the record gain level from 1-5.
Select between internal memory or an attached SD
card.
icon to display the record mode option list.
Record format
Record quality
Record gain
Save path
EBook
Follow the below steps to view text documents.
1: Select ‘EBOOK’ from the main menu.
2: Select a text document from the ‘Dir List’ or ‘Tag list’.
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4: Press the display mode icon (1) to switch to auto page
viewing mode. This function will automatically skip
pages according to the ‘Auto reading speed’ setting.
5: Press the display mode icon (1) once more to resume
standard viewing mode.
NOTE: The ebook format is ‘.TXT’ so you may need
to copy and paste ebook’s in any other format into
a text document and re-save.
Ebook function menu
Select the
Skip to any part of a document using the percentage
Adjust this setting to determine how quickly the pages
are skipped when auto page viewing is enabled.
icon to display the ebook mode option list.
Skip to
Auto reading speed
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User instructions
Add a tag
Similar to a playlist you can tag multiple text documents
to appear in the ‘tag list’ on the ebook filter menu.
1: Select ‘Add Tag’.
2: From the ebook filter menu select ‘Tag List’ to display
all tagged tracks.
Font size
Adjust the size of the displayed type font.
Font colour
Adjust the colour of the display type font.
Page effect
Apply a page turning effect.
Delete
1: Select to delete the currently selected text document.
2: Press ‘Yes’ when asked ‘Confirm to delete?’.
File browser
Use the file browser to manage files on the player.
1: Select ‘BROWSER’ from the main menu.
2: Select one of the options to gain quick access to all
files in a list.
Browser example usage
1: Select the
2: Select all the files in a folder by choosing ‘Select/
Cancel All’. De-select the files by choosing once
more.
3: Move all selected files to another location by
selecting ‘Move’. Copy all selected files by choosing
‘Copy’.
4: Navigate to another location via the ‘browser’ and
press the
5: Press ‘Yes’ when asked ‘Confirm to copy?’ or
‘Confirm to move?’.
Delete
1: Select to delete the currently selected text document.
2: Press ‘Yes’ when asked ‘Confirm to delete?’.
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icon to display the browser option list.
icon.
Settings
Display
Backlight brightness
Adjust the brightness to the required level
Backlight
Adjust the time setting so that the backlight dims after
the preset time. Set to OFF for the backlight to remain
on at all times.
Power saving
Idle time
Specify a duration for the player to power off when idle.
Sleep time
When listening to audio or watching a video you can
allocate a timer to switch the unit into standby mode.
Set the time duration you wish the player to switch off.
Date & time
Set Date
Select each section and use the arrow icons to adjust
the digits.
Set time
Select each section and use the arrow icons to adjust
the digits.
NOTE: After setting the date or time press
anywhere inside the grey box, other than the
digits to store the setting.
Language
Select the required language for the interface.
Advanced
Information
Displays system information when selected.
Effect setting
Assign a transition effect when switching between
menus.
User instructions
Touch screen calibration
Before use the touch screen will need to be calibrated.
Follow the below steps.
1: Using a fingertip or the supplied stylus click on the
displayed cross hair each time it moves to complete
the calibration.
Reset default settings
When activated this function resets all settings to the
default factory standards.
NOTE: No files will be deleted using this setting.
Troubleshooting
In the unlikely event of difficulties with your appliance please follow the trouble shooting guide below.
If the problem persists, contact the retailer if the machine is still under guarantee.
Customer helpline: 0870 600 3030
Problem Reason(s) Solution(s)
No Power
No Sound
Sound is distorted
• The unit requires charging • Connect to a PC or laptop using the
• Volume is too low
• No audio files have been copied
to the internal memory
• The earphones have not been
connected correctly
• Volume is too high • Reduce the volume
Technical specifications
Power Supply ...........................420mAh, 3.7V
Dimensions ...........................98 x 60 x 9.8mm
Weight ............................................55g
Capacity .................. 8GB internal flash memory
Supported OS .............Windows 2000, XP or above
Interface ......................................USB 2.0
Supported music ............... MP3, WMA, OGG, APE,
formats ..........................FLAC, WAV, AAC MPC
Voice record formats ............ MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC
Video playback format .................AVI (Xvid), MP4
Supported photo format ....JPG, BMP & GIF, TIFF, PNG
supplied cable to charge. Or purchase
a compatible USB mains charger.
• Increase the volume
• Follow ‘Connecting to a PC’
instructions on page 4 of this manual
• Insert the 3.5mm earphone plug into
the earphone socket on the MP3
player
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Guarantee
PRODUCT GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of
Year
This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase.
Any defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced,
refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer from
whom you purchased the unit.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs or
consumable items.
The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions
contained in this manual.
It must be used solely for domestic purpose.
The guarantee will be rendered invalided if the product is re-sold or has been damaged by
inexpert repair.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
The manufacturer disclaims any liability for the incidental or consequential damages.
The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
Guarantor: Argos Limited
489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard
Central Milton Keynes
MK9 2NW
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