IRiver iMP-900 User Manual

Instruction Manual

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Model iMP-900

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accidental damage including bodily injury or any damage resulting from misuse or unsuitable operation by you.

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Certification

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GettingStarted

HandlingNoticesfor Safety

Do not handle power plug and adapter with wet hands.

Electrical Shock may result.

Firmlyplugthe adapter into the wall socket.

Fire can result from improper use.

Do not overload a single power circuit.

Overheating or fire can result.

Use only the supplied AC adapter. Use of non-authorized power adapters is not recommended.

Damage to your player may result from

improper use.

HandlingNoticesfor Safety

Keep out of direct sunlight and extreme heat and cold.

Damage to your player may result from improper use.

Do not use excessive force on the buttons or attempt to disassemble the device.

Damage to your player may result from improper use.

Keep the player away from strong magnets or excessive violation or dropping any material.

Damage to your player may result from improper use.

Do not place objects inside the device other than CD

Damage to your player may result from improper use.

Unplug the AC adapter during electrical storms.

Electrical Shock may result.

Keep away from harsh environments including humid, dusty, and smoky areas.

Damage to your player may result from improper use.

Do not place heavy objects on the device.

Damage to your player may result from improper use.

Do not drop or subject the device to impact.

Damage to your player may result from improper use.

Power Player

Do not use wateror chemicals tocleanthe player. Clean the surface with a soft cloth.

Damage to your player may result from improper use.

Unplug adapter when it s not in use.

Overheating or fire can result from improper use.

Immediately power off the player and unplug the AC adapter if smoke or odors emit from the player or adapter.

Electrical Shock or fire can result from

improper use.

Do not kink or crease the power cable or place heavy objectsonthe powercable.

Fire can resultfrom damaged power cables.

GettingStarted

HandlingNoticesfor Safety

Avoid contacting the player with water or chemicals.

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

Do not disassemble or modify.

Damage to your player may result from

improper use.

HandlingNoticesfor Safety

Do not use a newbatterywith a discharged batteryin the device. Always replace all batteries at the same time.

Damage to your player may result from

improper use.

Do not use different types of batteries together.

Damage to your player may result from improper use.

Do not use headphones / earphones while cycling, driving, or operating any motorized vehicle.

It is dangerous andis illegal insome areas.

Reduce volume while walking, especially atpedestrian crosswalk.

It is dangerous and is illegal in some areas.

Do not use at high volume for continuous listening.

Hearing experts advise againstlistening to continuous, loud and extended play.

Reduce volume or stop using the player if you experience a ringing in your ears.

Hearing experts advise againstlistening to continuous, loud and extended play.

Keep headphones / earphones cords under control at all times. Cords may get caught on a variety of objects and cause damage or injury.

Included earphones include soft covers for your comfort. They may be used with or with out covers at your preference.

Player Others

Battery(for usingexternalbattery)

GettingStarted

Contents

BeforeUsing

NOTE

Welcome Copyrights / Certification / Trademarks / Limited Liability HandlingNoticesfor Safety

1. Before using

Featuresof iMP-900 Components

2. Using the Controls

Locating the controls Locating the controls(Remote Control) Connecting player

3. Detailed Operation

ListeningtoMusic Operating the FM Tuner

4. Specific features

Navigation mode EQ Mode Playback Mode Interval repeat/Reservation Program Mode

-10/+10Function BOOKMARK Other Features (Playlist) MENU MENU Operation MENU Setup Using the Password

5. Additional Information

Firmware Upgrade Questions and Answers Troubleshooting Precautions Product specifications Regulatory Information Safety Warning

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GettingStarted

Components

FeaturesofiMP-900

Slim Design - Depth : 13.7 mm Multi-Codec CD Player

Supports MP3, WMA, OGG and ASF formats as well as Standard Audio CD. Enhanced Battery Life

With MP3 or WMA files, the iMP-900 can play for up to 120 hours (Using the internal batteries andexternal batterypack). (ExternalBattery Pack:AA Size x 4) (When using internal battery : 30hours)

Firmware Upgradeable

Provides the latest updated features via firmware upgrade.

Graphic LCD supporting Multiple Languages- support 40 languages iMP-900 comes with 4 line graphic LCD which can support multiple languages (40 languages) including traditionaland simplifiedChinese.

Built-in Recharging with Over Charge Protection Circuit Over Charge protection circuit prevents over powering the batteries. Discharging function helps to maximize battery life.

iRiver Shock Free Anti-Shock System+ESP function Using exclusive iRiver anti-skip technology, the iMP-900 provides maximum skip protection by buffering your music before playback.

Built in 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.

FM Tuner Auto scanning and frequency memory function make it easy for you to listen to the FM Radio.

Recognize Discs in Packet Write or Multi session Format WinAmp Playlist support.

iMP-900 supports Winamp M3U Playlists. (maximum 20 lists) GUI (GraphicUser Interface) Menu System

iMP-900 Player

Remote Control

Carrying Case

Earphones/ Earphone covers

AC Adapter (4.5V)

User Manual/Warranty card Quick Start Guide

External Battery Pack

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

BeforeUsing

Rechargeable Batteries (Stick Type x 2)

Locatingthecontrols

Player-InsideView

Locatingthecontrols

Player-FrontView

OPEN Button

DC IN 4.5V : Connect the Adapter to charge rechargeable batteries or using external power. Insert them by matching the + and - polarity.

EXTENSION BATTERY PORT

LINE OUT

REMOTE CONTROL/ EARPHONE

BATTERY

COMPARTMENT

Player-RearView

UsingtheControls

LCDscreendisplay

MusicMode

Locatingthecontrols

Track Number

BIT RATE

PlayTime

Playback Mode

Battery Indicator

VOLUME/EQ/LevelMeter

FolderName

SAMPLE RATE

Program/ Playlist

File Name ID3 Tag Information

Hold

POWER ON, NAVI / MENU, PRESET Button

NEXT Button

PREVIOUS Button

Volume + Button

Volume - Button

Remote control is locked.

File Format

ASF WMA MP3 IRM AUDIO CD

IRM (iRiver Rights Management) iRiverRights Managementis a digital music format. Please visit our web site for details about this music format.

Hold Switch

RemoteControl

iRiver Shock Free

FMMode

Stereo/Mono

PRESET ON / OFF Channel

FM Frequency

Range

Station Frequency

PLAY / PAUSE / MUTE

-10/+10 Button

POWER OFF / STOP A-B / MEMORY MODE / STEREO / CD-FM Button

UsingtheControls

MUTE

Connectingplayer

Chargingwith ACAdapter

Usingthe rechargeableBatteries

Use only the AC Power Adapter supplied with the player for safety. Connect the AC adapter to the 5.0V DC jack onthe playerfirst and then into AC

outlet. (AC adapter of t hisplayer is f or 100~240V, 50~60Hz.) The player will charge automatically when the player turns on after connecting

the AC adapter tothe player. (Referto page 17~18 fordetails)

Open the battery cover on the inside of the player. Insertrechargeable batteries(Stick type x 2ea) matching+ and - and close the

battery cover.

Usingthe ExternalBatteryPack

Connect the external battery pack as shown in the right figure.

Do not use mixedwith newbatteriesand usedbatteries. Do not use different types of batteries together. When the batteries are not to be used for a long time, remove them. If battery leaks, remove them. If battery leaks, wipe offany residue in the battery compartment and insert new batteries. Do not recharge a normal battery. The internal and external batteries are used simultaneously, the batteries can be charged according to batteries’ condition.

CAUTION!

ConnectRemote control/Earphones

Connect remote control cable to the player as shown on below diagram. Connect earphone to the earphones jack of remote control.

When the battery level is low

It beeps every 10 minutes. ( Beep sound can be on/off. For details, please refer to page 54)

iMP-900 may not function properly. Replacing battery or charging is recommended

UsingtheControls

Open the battery cover on the external battery pack as below figure.

AA size battery x 4EA

Inserting batteries

Connectingplayer

RechargingMethod

Insert rechargeable batteries into the battery compartment of the player Connect the AC adapter to the player. Press

button to power on the player and then it starts to charge.

It may be necessary to set the CHARGE FUNCTION to

CHARGE ON .(Refer

to page 41)

isscrolledwhenchargingduringplayback.

Press and hold the

button during playback to enter the standard charging

mode (see below image)

Once fully charged, charging is automatically stopped.

When Charging

Charging/Dischargingtime (Estimated with the rechargeable stick

batteries provided)

Charging : Approx. 4 hours (At full discharge) Discharging : Approx. 5 hours (At full charge)

For long duration of battery life, we recommend selecting the

Discharge/Charge function once a month.

After charging is completed during playback mode, charging indicator

( ) is changed to adapter indicator( ).

The player automatically powers off when done charging.

(except when charging during playback.)

Once fullycharged, the player will nottryand charge the batteries.

Discharge& Charge

Install rechargeable batteries. Connect the AC adapter to the player. Press

button to power on the player and set the “CHARGE FUNCTION

to DISCHARGE & CHARGE”to charge after discharging.(Refer to page 41)

is scrolled when discharging during playback.

Press andholdthe

button during playback to enter the standard discharging

mode (see below image)

After discharging is complete the player will switch to CHARGE mode and CHARGE function in the menu is changed to

CHARGE ON .

Once fully charged, charging is automatically stopped.

After charging is completed at the playback mode, charging indicator( ) is

changed to adapter indicator( ). The player automatically powers off when done charging. (except during playback.)

When discharging

To make your batteries last longer.

- Set the SORT to “PHYSICAL ADDR”

- Set the TAG INFORMATION to“OFF”.

- Set the EQ mode to NORMAL, ROCK, JAZZ or CLASSIC.

- Set the BACK-LIGHTING time to the shortest possible.

-SettheSHUFFLEmodetoOFF.

UsingtheControls

ListeningtoMusic

BasicOperation

ListeningtoMusic

BasicOperation

Slide the open button on the side of the player and insert the disc with thedisclabelfacingout.Closethelid.

Connect Remote Control and Earphones.

Slide the HOLD switch on the remote to the Off position.

Press the NAVI/MENU button to play. After powering on, the disc will play automatically.

Press the

buttontoplaymusicforpause

andpressitagaintoresumeplayback.

Push the NAVI/MENU switch toward+ or- to adjust the volume.

Push the NAVI/MENU switch toward

to skip to previous or next track.

PushandholdtheNAVI/MENUswitchtoward or toplayfast-backward orfast-forward within a track.

Push and hold after pushing the NAVI/MENU switch toward

or to skip to the previous or next

folder.

Refer to page 27 for details about searching the music.

To play while in stop mode

Click

Push

Long Push

DetailedOperation

NOTE

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