Coby MP-C351 Instruction Manual
MP-C351
Portable MP3 Micro System with
512MB Integrated Flash Memory and SD/MMC Card Slot
Instruction Manual
Please read this manual carefully before operation.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF E LECTRIC S HOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK , DO NOT R EMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK)
OF THE UNIT. REFER SERVICING ONLY TO QUALIFI ED
SERVIC E PERSONN EL.
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to aler t
the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufcient magnitude to c onstitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the
applianc e.
WARNING:
To prevent re or sh ock hazard, do not expo se this devic e to rain or mo isture.
WARNING:
Handlin g the cords on this prod uct will exp ose you to lead, a chemical known to th e State of Cal ifornia to cause can cer, and
birth defects or other repro ductive ha rm. Wash hands afte r handli ng.
CAUTION :
To prevent electric shoc k, match wide blade of plu g to wide slot of outlet and f ully inser t.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the serial number that is located on the
bottom of the unit. Retain this information for future
reference.
Model No. MP-C351
Serial No.
For recycling or disposal information about this product, please
contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance:
www.eiae.org.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions carefully. Keep these instructions for future reference.
2. Heed all warnings and follow all instructions.
3. Do not expose to water or moisture.
4. Clean only with a dry cloth.
5. Keep objects away from ventilation openings. Do not block ventilation openings at any time.
6. Do not install near any apparatus that produces heat such as stoves, radiators, ampliers,
etc.
7. Do not force the power plug into a wall outlet. If the plug provided does not t into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. (A polarized plug has two blades
where one is wider than the other; the wide blade is provided for your safety.)
8. Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. Protect the cord from being walked on, pinched
by objects, or torn and exposed to liquids (especially at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point at which they exit from the device).
9. Use only with attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer. Use of attachments/
accessories not recommended by the product manufacturer may be hazardous.
10. Unplug the device during lightning storms. Unplug the device and remove any batteries when
the device will be unused for long periods of time.
11. Do not use this device near water. Do not place objects lled with liquids (eg, vases) on the
device.
12. Do not use headphones/earphones while cycling, driving, or operating a motorized vehicle.
13. Do not use headphones/earphones at high volume.
14. Do not drop or otherwise subject the device to impact.
15. Do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off the device while transferring les to or from your
device. Data loss may occur as a result. Users are responsible for creating backups of their
data. COBY Electronics cannot be held liable or be otherwise responsible for loss of data.
16. Do not open or attempt to repair this device. Refer all repairs to authorized service personnel.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................................2
TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................4
FEATURES ......................................................................................................................................... 6
PACKAGE CONTENTS .................................................................................................................... 7
LOCATION OF CONTROL S ............................................................................................................ 8
LCD DISPLAY ................................................................................................................................... 9
POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................................................................. 10
Battery Operation...................................................................................................................10
AC Adapter Operation ............................................................................................................10
SD/MMC CARD INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................11
CONNECT TO A COMPUTER ....................................................................................................... 12
USB Driver Installation...........................................................................................................12
Microsoft Windows 98 SE .............................................................................................12
Connecting to a Computer .....................................................................................................12
Disconnecting from a Computer ............................................................................................12
Microsoft Windows ........................................................................................................12
Macintosh OS X .............................................................................................................13
Transferring Files ...................................................................................................................13
Microsoft Windows ........................................................................................................13
Macintosh OS X .............................................................................................................13
BASIC OPERATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 14
Standby Mode ........................................................................................................................14
Power On/Off .........................................................................................................................14
Menu Navigation ....................................................................................................................14
MAIN MENU OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................. 15
NAVIGATION MODE (NAV) ......................................................................................................... 16
Navigation Controls ...............................................................................................................16
Music ......................................................................................................................................16
Voice ......................................................................................................................................16
Play List (M3U) .......................................................................................................................16
SD/MMC Card ........................................................................................................................16
MUSIC MODE (MSC) .................................................................................................................... 17
Music Controls ....................................................................................................................... 17
Repeat Play ............................................................................................................................ 17
Repeat A-B Function .............................................................................................................17
FM RADIO MODE (FM) ................................................................................................................ 18
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Manual Tuning ........................................................................................................................18
Preset Tuning .........................................................................................................................18
Store Preset Stations .............................................................................................................18
Store Presets Manually ..................................................................................................18
Store Presets Automatically ..........................................................................................18
Delete a Preset Station .................................................................................................. 18
AUXILIARY MODE (AUX) .............................................................................................................. 19
Connect an External Audio Source .......................................................................................19
RECORDING .................................................................................................................................20
Voice Recording .....................................................................................................................20
Line-In Recording ..................................................................................................................20
FM Recording.........................................................................................................................21
ALARM CLOCK ............................................................................................................................. 22
TIME SET MODE (SET).................................................................................................................... 23
Clock Set ................................................................................................................................23
Alarm Set ...............................................................................................................................23
SYSTEM MODE (SYS) ..................................................................................................................... 24
EQ (Equalizer) ........................................................................................................................24
Repeat Mode..........................................................................................................................24
Display ...................................................................................................................................24
ID3 Tag ...........................................................................................................................24
Lyric ................................................................................................................................25
Contrast .........................................................................................................................25
B-Light Time (Backlight) ................................................................................................25
Language .......................................................................................................................25
Auto Off ..................................................................................................................................26
Sleep Time .............................................................................................................................26
Recording ...............................................................................................................................26
REC Mode (Recording Mode) .......................................................................................26
VAD (Voice Activated Detection) ...................................................................................26
REC Input (Recording Input) .........................................................................................27
Resume ..................................................................................................................................27
Track/Time Line .............................................................................................................27
Delete File ..............................................................................................................................27
Format ....................................................................................................................................28
Reset ......................................................................................................................................28
Information .............................................................................................................................28
Alarm Mode ............................................................................................................................28
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................................... 29
SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................................30
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FEATURES
512MB Integrated Flash Memory
•
Plays Digital Music from Most Online Stores (Microsof t DRM 9 Support)
•
4 Integrated Aluminum-Cone Speakers Deliver Superior Sound
•
LCD Displays Song Title, Album, and Artist Information (ID3 Tag Support)
•
SD/MMC Card Slot Allows for Expanded Memory Capacity (SD/MMC Card Not Included)
•
Mini USB Por t for Fast File Transfers
•
FM Radio with 20-Station Preset Memory
•
Real-Time MP3 Encoding (No PC Required)
•
Digital Voice Recording through Integrated Microphone
•
Digital Equalizer Presets (Normal, Classic, Rock, Jazz, and Pop)
•
Alarm Clock Function (MP3, Radio, or Buzzer)
•
Sleep Timer
•
Mobile Music, Data, Document, and Picture Storage
•
Plug and Play: Supports Windows 98 SE (Driver CD Included), Windows ME, 2000, XP, and
•
Mac OS X
Upgradable Firmware
•
Battery Operation with 4 x “C” Batteries (Not Included)
•
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
MP-C341
Earphones USB Cable Line-In Cable
Instruction Manual
AC Adapter Installation CD
(for Windows 98 SE)
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
DC 6V
ALARM
SNOOZE
MENU
TIMEREC
EQA-B
CONNECTIONS
AUX
LINE-iN
Play/Pause
Volume - /
Navigation Down
Detachable Shoulder Strap
(unscrew to detach)
Volume + /
Navigation Up
Next /
Navigation Right
Previous /
Navigation Left
AUX Line-In
Headphone
Jack
DC Jack
USB Port
SD/MMC
Card Slot
Snooze
Record/
Equalizer
Play/Navigation
Control
Repeat
A-B
Time/
Alarm
Menu
CONNECTIONS PANEL
Slide cover open in the direction of the arrow
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LCD DISPLAY
02 0 NORM
044
MP3 MUS IC
44
KHZ
128
KBPS
01 :16
File Type
Total Tracks
File Format
Sample
Frequency
Bit Rate
Equalizer
Elapsed Time
Play Mode
Battery Level
Current Track Number
Alarm
Voice File
Music File
WMA
MP3
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POWER SUPPLY
4 x “C” Batteries
DC Jack
Battery Operation
Open the battery compartment.
1.
To remove the cover, slide it open in the direction of
the arrow.
Insert the batteries.
2.
Insert 4 x “C” batteries, making sure to match the
polarity of the batteries (+/-) with the markings on
the inside of the battery compartment. Replace the
battery compartment cover.
AC Adapter Operation
Open the Connections panel located on the rear of the player.
1.
Slide the cover open in the direction of the arrow.
Connect the player to a power source.
2.
Plug one end of the supplied AC Adapter to the DC Jack and plug the other end into a 100 -
240V wall outlet.
NOTE:
When the player is connected with
the AC adapter, the LCD backlight
will turn on and remain lit until the
AC adapter is unplugged.
When the player is running on batteries, the LCD backlight will light
up briey each time a button is
pressed and then turn off. You can
adjust how long the LCD backlight
will remain on for through the SYS
menu (see the SYSTEM MODE
(SYS) section for details).
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