COBY electronic MP-C781 User Manual
MP-C781
1GB MP3 Player with FM Tuner & SD Card Slot
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Please read this manual carefully before operation
PRECAUTIONS
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufcient magnitude to constitute 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 acc ompanying the appliance.
For Custom er Use:
Enter below the serial number that is located on the bot tom of
the unit. Retain this info rmation for future reference.
Model N o. MP-C781
Serial N o.
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PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
To prevent re or sh ock haz ard, do not expose t his device to rain o r moistu re. Dangerous high voltage is
present i nside th e enclo sure. Do n ot open th e cabine t.
CAUTION :
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plu g to wide sl ot of outl et and fully inser t.
WARNING:
Handlin g the cords on this produc t will exp ose you to l ead, a chemical k nown to th e State of C alifor nia to
cause c ancer, and birth defects o r other re produc tive har m. Wash hands af ter ha ndling.
Protec t your hearin g:
Hearing exper ts advise again st the co nstant u se of personal ste reos pl ayed at high volume. Constant
exposur e to high vol umes ca n lead to he aring l oss. If you should ex perie nce rin ging in th e ears or h earing
loss, discontinue use an d seek medical ad vice.
Notic e:
This pro duct is pr otecte d by cer tain int ellectual propert y rights of Microsof t. Use or distrib ution of s uch
techno logy out side of this prod uct is prohibite d witho ut a license from M icrosoft.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read
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before the product is operated.
Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained
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for future reference.
Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions
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should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should be followed.
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Cleaning: Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
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liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Attachments: Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer. Use
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of other attachments may be hazardous.
Water and Moisture: Do not use this product near water (e.g., near a bath tub,
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washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in wet basements, or near a swimming
pool and the like).
Accessories: Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
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bracket, or table. Use only with carts, stands, tripods, brackets, or tables
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting
of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
A product and car t combination should be moved with care.
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Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
Ventilation: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
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for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from overheating. These openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug,
or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in
a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer instructions have been adhered to.
Power Sources: This product should be operated only from the type of power
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source indicated on the rating label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Grounding or Polarization: This product may be equipped with a polarized
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alternating-current line plug that has one blade wider than the other. This plug
will only t into the power outlet in one direction. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to inser t the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the direction of
the plug. If the plug should still fail to t, contact an electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
Power-Cord Protection: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are
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not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at
the point which they exit from the product.
Protective Attachment Plug: The product may be equipped with an attach-
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ment plug with overload protection. This is a safety feature. See the operating
instructions for replacement or directions to reset the protective device. If
replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used
a replacement plug that has the same overload protection as the original plug
as specied by the manufacturer.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding: If an outside antenna is connected to the prod-
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uct, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANS/NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode (see gure).
Lightning: For added protection for this product, unplug it from the wall outlet
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and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when
it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning or power-line surges.
Power Lines: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity
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of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines
or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.
Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral conve-
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nience receptacles as this can result in a risk of re or electric shock.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects of any kind into this product
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through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shout-out
parts that could result in a re or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or re-
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moving covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer
all servicing to qualied ser vice personnel.
Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and re-
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fer servicing to qualied service personnel under the following conditions: a)
when the power-supply or plug is damaged; b) if liquid has been spilled or if
objects have fallen into the product; c) if the product has been exposed to rain
or water; d) if the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualied technician to restore the product to its normal operation; e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in
any way; f) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—this
indicates a need for ser vice.
Replacement Parts: When replacement par ts are required, be sure that your
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service technician has used replacement parts specied by the manufacturer
or have the same characteristics as the original par t. Unauthorized substitutions may result in re, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check: Upon completion of any ser vice or repairs to this product, ask
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the ser vice technician to perform safety checks to ensure that the product is
in proper operating condition.
Wall or Ceiling Mounting: The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
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only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Heat: The product should be situated away from heat sources such as ra-
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diators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including ampliers) that
produce heat.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS .....................................................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................4
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...........................................................................7
PACKAGE CONTENTS .......................................................................10
LOCATION OF CONTROLS ................................................................ 12
Left View ........................................................................................................... 13
Top View ............................................................................................................13
Front View .........................................................................................................13
Right View .........................................................................................................13
Rear View ..........................................................................................................13
DISPLAY OVERVIEW ..........................................................................14
Music Mode Screen ..........................................................................................14
Record Mode Screen ........................................................................................14
MODES OVERVIEW ............................................................................ 15
GETTING STARTED ............................................................................. 16
Powering Your Player ........................................................................................ 16
Turning Your Player On/Off ...............................................................................16
Hold Switch (Key Lock) .....................................................................................16
Resetting Your Player ....................................................................................... 17
Installing an SD/MMC Memor y Card (optional) ................................................ 17
BASIC OPERATIONS ..........................................................................19
Menu Interface Navigation ................................................................................19
Adjusting the Volume ........................................................................................ 19
NAV MODE ........................................................................................20
File Search ........................................................................................................20
MSC MODE ........................................................................................ 21
Music Controls ..................................................................................................21
A-B Repeat........................................................................................................21
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
REC MODE .........................................................................................22
Microphone (Voice) Recording .........................................................................22
FM Radio Recording .........................................................................................22
FM MODE ...........................................................................................23
FM Radio Controls ............................................................................................23
Automatic Station Preset ..........................................................................23
Manual Station Preset ..............................................................................23
SYS MODE ..........................................................................................24
System Menu ....................................................................................................24
Equalizer ...................................................................................................24
Repeat ....................................................................................................... 24
Language ..................................................................................................25
Contrast ..................................................................................................... 25
Backlight .................................................................................................... 25
Power ........................................................................................................25
Quality .......................................................................................................25
Delete ........................................................................................................26
Format .......................................................................................................26
System Info ...............................................................................................26
Reset .........................................................................................................26
COMPUTER CONNECTION (USB) .....................................................27
USB Driver Installation (Required for Windows 98 SE Only) ........................... 27
Connecting to a Computer ................................................................................28
Transferring Files ..............................................................................................28
Microsoft Windows ....................................................................................29
Macintosh OS X ........................................................................................29
Disconnecting from a Computer .......................................................................30
Microsoft Windows ....................................................................................30
Macintosh OS X ........................................................................................30
WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER 10 ...........................................................31
Windows Media Player 10 (WMP10) ................................................................31
Music File Transfers ..................................................................................31
Creating Playlists ......................................................................................33
Automatic Windows Media Playlist Synchronization ................................ 35
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FIRMWARE UPGRADES ......................................................................37
ABOUT DIGITAL MUSIC FILES (MP3) ................................................ 38
What is an MP3? ............................................................................................... 38
How can I play an MP3? ...................................................................................38
What is an MP3 Player? ...................................................................................38
Where Can I Get MP3/WMA les? ...................................................................38
Downloading MP3/ WMA Files ..................................................................38
What is Encryption? ..................................................................................39
Creating MP3/WMA Files .........................................................................39
How Do I Rip My Music CDs Using Windows Media Player 10? .............39
How Do I Transfer MP3/WMA Music Files to my MP3 Player ? .......................40
How Do I Play Music Purchased Online on my MP3 Player? ..........................40
Common Errors Associated with DRM -Encrypted Music Files .......................40
Why is my MP3 player not recognizing the les I have transferred to it? 40
Why is my MP3 player skipping a le? ..................................................... 41
Why is my MP3 player displaying the error message “NO AUTHORITY”? 41
How do I transfer and play iTunes les on my MP3 Player? .................... 41
TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................................................42
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................44
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please make sure that the items shown below are included in the package. Should
an item be missing, please contact the local retailer from which you purchased this
product.
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COBY MP-C781
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USB Cable
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Professional Stereo Earphones
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1 x “AAA” Battery
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Installation CD
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Manual
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FEATURES
1GB Integrated Flash Memory
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High-Contrast LCD Display with Backlight
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SD/MMC Card Slot for Easy Memor y Capacity Upgrades
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(Memory Card Not Included)
Plays MP3 and WMA Digital Music Files
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Plays Digital Music from most online stores and subscription services*
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ID3 and LRC support for song and synchronized lyric information display
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Integrated FM Radio and Recorder
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Integrated Microphone for Digital Voice Recording
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Mobile Data Storage Function
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USB 2.0 for Ultra-Fast File Transfers (up to 40x faster than USB 1.0)
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* Music Ser vice must support Wi ndows Med ia DRM (WMDR M). WMDRM10 requires Win dows XP and Windows Medi a Player 10 or newe r.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
Left View
Power / Menu
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Volume +
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Volume -
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Top View
Headphone Out
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Neckstrap Hook
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USB Port
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Front View
LCD Display
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Joystick Lef t
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Previous / Reverse
Joystick Down
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Stop
Joystick Up
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Play / Pause
Joystick Right
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Next / Forward
Joystick
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OK
Right View
Microphone
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Record
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Rear View
Hold Switch
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Battery and SD/MMC Card Slot
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Compartment
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Music Mode Screen
Record Mode Screen
DISPLAY OVERVIEW
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