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MULTI-CODECCDPLAYER/FMTUNER

Model SlimX 450

Thank you for purchasing the product.

Please read the manual carefully before use.

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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.

Multi-Codec CD Player

Supports MP3, WMA and ASF format aswell as conventional Audio CD.

Firmware Upgrade

Provides the latest updated features via firmware upgrade.

Built-in Recharging with Over Charge Protection Circuit

Over Charge protection circuit prevents over powering the batteries. Discharging function prevent the batteries from lessening the life time of rechargeable batteries caused by memory phenomenon.

Graphic LCD supporting Multiple Languages

The SlimX 450 comes with a graphic LCD which can support multiple languages, including: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, other alphabet-oriented fonts, Korean, Japanese (Katakana, Hiragana, Kanji), Chinese (Traditional, Simplified) and others. A total of 39 languages are supported.

Anti-Shock protection

160 Sec for standard Audio CD/480Sec for MP3 (44.1KHz, 128kbps standard)/960 Sec for WMA (44.1KHz, 64kbps)

iRiver ShockFree Anti-Shock System+ESP function

Using exclusive iRiver anti-skip technology, the SlimX 450 provide maximum skip protection by buffering your music before playback.

Enhanced Battery Life

WithMP3files,theSlimX450canplayforupto55hours(Usingthe internal batteries and external battery pack). (External Battery Pack : AA Size x 2)

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.

SlimX 450 support Winamp M3U Playlists. (maximum 20 lists)

Supports 9 Equalizer Patterns. Graphic User Interface Menu Support

URL : http://www.iRiver.com Provides information on our company, products, and email addresses

for customer support. Unique feature of "Firmware (system software) Upgrade" is available for

download on our site. TheFirmware Upgrade allows for premium disc readability and provides new features as well as enhancements to current features. New CODECs that will be introduced in the future may be supported via Firmware Upgrade.

Register your iRiver product online so that our Customer Service is enabled to provide support as efficiently as possible.

iRiver Limited does not assume any responsibility for errors or

omissions in this document or make any commitment to update the information contained herein. iRiver is a registered trademark of iRiver Limited in the Republic of Korea and / or other countries and is used under license. Microsoft Windows Media and the windows Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and / or other countries. WinAmp and WinAmp logo is registered trademark of NullSoft Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective companies or organization. All other product names may be trademarks of the companies with which they are associated.

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FRONT VIEW

REAR VIEW

Getting started

FCC Certification.......................................................................

Unique Features........................................................................

Internet......................................................................................

Contents....................................................................................

1. Locating the Controls

Front View, Rear View................................................................

Side View, Inside View...............................................................

Remote Control, LCD Window....................................................

2. Basic Operation

Player.........................................................................................

Remote Control..........................................................................

Listening to Music.......................................................................

Operating the FM Tuner...............................................................

3. Useful Features

Navigation Mode........................................................................

Playback Mode...........................................................................

Program Mode............................................................................

-/+10, EQ Mode...........................................................................

BOOKMARK...............................................................................

MENU..........................................................................................

iRiver Shock Free........................................................................

Using the Password.....................................................................

Using WinAmp Playlist................................................................

4. Additional Information

About Power Supply (Charging and discharging)........................

FAQ..............................................................................................

Trouble Shooting.........................................................................

Precautions.................................................................................

References...................................................................................

Accessories..................................................................................

Specifications...............................................................................

Regulatory Information.................................................................

Safety Warning.............................................................................

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5 6 7

8 9~10 11~12 13~14

15 16 17~18 19 20 21~32 30 33~34 35~36

37~40 41~46 47~48 49~50 51 52 53 54 55

Hold

Product Serial Number

OPEN

SIDE VIEW

INSIDE VIEW

Remote Control

LINE OUT : Use to listen

through your home stereo.

REMOTE CONTROL/

EARPHONE

BATTERY COMPARTMENT

EXTENSION BATTERY PORT

DC IN 4.5V :

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

NAVI / MENU, PRESET

PLAY/PAUSE/MUTE

STOP

Track

Number

Bit Rate

Play Time

Playback Mode

Battery Level

Volume Equalizer Level Meter

Folder Name

Sampling Rate

Program/ Playlist

File Format

Main unitand Remote controlis both locked. Only Mainunit is locked.

Only Remotecontrol is locked.

File Name ID3 Tag Information

Hold

LCD Window

(NEXT)

(BACK)

Main unitand Remote control both locked. Only Mainunit is locked.

Only Remotecontrol is locked.

The remote control operates every function using 8 switches or buttons.

Playback and Pause To listen to the next track

Stop and Power Off To listen to the previous track

Navigation Operation

Menu Operation

NAVI / MENU, PRESET

PLAY / PAUSE/MUTE

STOP

Long Click

Click

Basic Operation Function

(NEXT)

(BACK)

1. Earphones Jack : Connect Earphones/Remote Control.

2. Line Out Jack : To connect the car kit or other audio equipment (speaker

etc.).

Long Click

Click

Long Click

Click

FM CD conversion

FM :

To select FM channel

Click or buttons.

CD Playback :

Music selection

Push or buttons.

Volume Control

Push and hold or buttons.

Play/Pause

Click button.

4. DC IN 4.5V : Connect the Adapter to charge rechargeable batteries or to use

external power. Insert them by matching the + and - polarity.

5. EXT BATT : Connect the DC battery pack supplied with the player.

Press the Navi/Menu jog lever with a short click and find the desired track by pressing

or . To play the track, press Navi/Menu(or )with a short click. To move to the upper folder, press with a short click. (or press and hold the Navi/Menu button.) When there is not any upper folder, the navigation will exit.

Volume Control: Slide jog lever to the right to increase volume or to the left to decrease volume.

Changing Mode :

FM Changing :

Long press of NAVI/MENU will execute menu function.

Scrolling between menus : Press and Select Function: press Navi/Menu button(or ). Exit : Press or press and hold Navi/Menu button.

While CD is playing, press Mode/CD/FM button with a short click to activate selected modes, such as Repeat and Shuffle.

(Refer to page 16)

Click

Long Click

BASIC OPERATION

NAVIGATION

MODE

Slide the open button on the side of the player and insert the disc with the disc label facing out. Close the lid.

Connect Remote Control and Earphones.

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

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to play.

Push

Click

Push

Click

ASF WMA Conventional

MP3

Audio CD

IRM

File Format displayed as below

IRM (iRiver Rights Management)

iRiver Rights Management is a digital music format. Please visit our web site for details about this music format.

Play/Pause

CD FM Changing

STOP

Play Next Track

Play Previous Track

Play Next Folder (FF Skip)

Play Previous Folder (RW Skip)

GO Forward Quickly

Go Backward Quickly

Power Off

Click

Long Click

Click

Long Click

Selecting Frequency (FM 87.5MHz ~ 108MHz)

FM tuner reception will be affected in weak transmission areas. When player does not have any preset channels, EMPTY will be displayed at preset mode then fade out.

To change frequency, push and release or .

Auto Scan function :ToAutoScanforastation,releasethePRESET mode by pushing the NAVI button. Find the station by scrolling

PRESET Mode : To select memorized channel, push the Navi button and find the memorized channel by scrolling

or .

Example)

While playing a CD, you can switch back and forth between CD and FM mode with a long click of the Mode button.

To select Stereo/Mono

Power Off

To mute To release the muting

To turn on the backlight always

Click

Long Click

Click

The STEREO indicator is displayed during stereo FM reception.

The sound output may be delayed while switching from CD to FM mode.

Click

Long Click

NOTE

Click

Long Click

Memory Function (Save channels)

Push the Navi button to release PRESET mode, select the station by pressing or .

Memory delete function (Delete saved channels)

Select channel to be deleted by pressing the NAVI and

button at PRESET mode. Press and hold the PROG button.

The next channel will appear when channel delete is completed. Press and hold the PROG button if you want to delete the next channel also.

Long Click

Click

Auto memory function : (To save the Channels automatically)

Push the NAVI button to release PRESET, push and hold the PROG button.CH01toCH20willbesavedautomaticallywiththefirst20 stations the player finds.

Click

Press or and select the desired channel

Select CH02

Save complete

again

will exit the memory function without saving.

Up to 20 channels can be memorized.

Long Click

Navigation mode is useful for quickly searching your files by using file name. (Refer to page 36 for reservation)

Playing

Press the or to select a track to play. You can easily select a track using the

-10/+10buttonincasetherearemany tracks on the CD.

: Press the or to select a track to play.

The song will be played when you press the play button.

: To move to the upper folder.

PREV NEXT

Press the NAVI button to display the list of audio tracks.

The current track will also be displayed.

Select Folder or Move to the upper folder.

Press the

orIto select a folder to play. And press the NAVI or

button to select the folder.

: To enter the folder

PREV NEXT

NAVIGATION

When navigating, the operation of the button in the remote control is same as the operation of the button in the player, so it cannot move to the upper folder.

Various ways of music playback are available. Please refer to the MODE (page 30) for user-defined configurations.

When MODE button is pressed, icon in the playback mode indicator is changed.

REPEAT

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 disc repeatedly.

Randomly play all tracks in the disc repeatedly and stop. Play a single track repeatedly. Press

to skip to an new random track. Randomly play all tracks in the folder repeatedly and then stop. Randomly play all tracks in the folder repeatedly. Randomly play all tracks in the disc repeatedly.

INTRO: Play 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.

SHUFFLE

INTRO

PROGRAM MODE

Use PROGRAM Mode to select songs in a particular order (i.e. program your favorite songs).

While in Stop Mode

Click

Change to Program mode

ProgrammodeisactivatedwhileinStopMode. Repeat A-B is activated while in Play Mode.

After selecting the desired track using , , +10 button (or NAVI/FUNCTION button),

To add all the songs in a certain folder, use the NAVI button and select the folder using

or button and then press PROG button. (Subfolders can not be added.)

TO REMOVE A PROGRAMMED SONG

Select the song to be deleted using the PROG button and press the Mode button. The program list will be updated automatically.

Click

The order of

programmed track

Activating Program mode

Select Program/Playlist:

Playback play lists if the disc contains WinAmp play list *.m3u files. (Refer to page 35~36)

The order of track

in the CD

Program Play

After programming, press to play the tracks in sequential order.

While Playing

WhileinStopMode

Double

Click

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

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

A-B interval will be repeated.

When you program songs, using the NEXT/ BACK or +/- button will show you the songs that aren't programmed.

Play a selected interval repeatedly

The program mode icon appears

Cancel Program Mode

Interval Repeat

-/+10 Function

During playback, press the -10/+10 button to

-10/+10 to go previous or forward 10 tracks.

Press and hold the EQ button to display the current EQ. Every time you click this button, the EQ mode scrolls in sequential order.

EQ Mode

Can I customize the equalizer settings?

Yes, for details, please refer to page 32 for details on customizing the EQ in MENU to your own preferences.

BOOKMARK

This function allows you to BOOKMARK parts of a track for easier searching of long audio segments.

Bookmark function is activated under the Study mode. (Refer to page 30 for Study mode.)

Long click of PROG button will add / delete / move the bookmark. Bookmarks can be reserved up to 20 per disc.

Click

Long Click

-BookmarkAdd: Long click the PROG button and click the PROG button to add the present location into the bookmark.

- Moving to next bookmark : Long click the PROG button and press

button to move to the next bookmark.

Moving to previous bookmark :LongclickthePROGbuttonand press

button to move to the previous bookmark.

- Bookmark Delete : Long click the PROG button and click the MODE button to delete the present location from the bookmark. Whenever you press the MODE button, the bookmark will be deleted in backward sequence.

Function Control is subject to change with different firmware versions. You can configure your own settings.

MAIN MENU

When you select a sub menu, you can set your preference to be displayed.

Press and hold the NAVI button to display the menus. It is composed of 6 main menus with sub-menus.

beep volume resume fade in language cd esp sort password multi session load default

back light lcd contrast visualization tag information time battery indicator

sleep pwr off

fast scan fast skip scan speed scroll speed

-/+10 button auto pause adapter volume sound balance eq limit tag auto eq

repeat shuffle intro study name

USER EQ 1

bass boost treble boost

USER EQ 2

bass boost treble boost

USER EQ 3

bass boost treble boost

GENERAL

CONTROL

MODE

User EQ

TIMERDISPLAY

Configuration

Menu Operation

SUB MENU Setting

SUB MENU

Press the button to move to previous menu, press the buttontomovetonextmenu.

Use the , to select a sub menu, press the NAVI or button to display the contents of that sub menu.

Use the , or button to change the settings. Press the NAVIbuttontosavethesetting.

Press the STOP(

)buttontoexit the sub menu and to display the initial setting menu.

Press the STOP( )button at the initial setting menu to exit Function Control Mode.

Previous Next

Shift between Menus

Exit Sub Menu

Change Settings

From Main Menu to Sub Menu

GENERAL

BEEP SOUND VOLUME

Configure beep sound (ON/ 0 for OFF) with volume level.

RESUME

You can select how to resume the last track played. “Track #” plays the beginning of the last track played, while “Track Time” resumes to the exact position in the song.

SOUND FADE IN

When activated, volume increases gradually at playback mode to prevent sudden loudness.

LANGUAGE

(supports 39 languages)

Song title and ID3 tag information for the CD is dependent on the version of the PC operating system that was used to create it.

(For example, if a CD is created in a Korean version of Windows, the language setting should be Korean for proper title display)

CD ESP (CD ANTI-SHOCK)

This is the function to prevent skipping when playing a Standard Audio CD. For best sound quality, it is recommended to use the 40 SEC option, for maximum skip protection, 160 SEC option is suggested. If 160 SEC is selected, the sound quality of the music will be degraded due to higher compression of the music in comparison with 40 SEC.

MP3 CD (128Kbps, 44KHz) is always operated 480sec option.

LOAD DEFAULT VALUE

Initialize to original factory setting. Button operation is as below

(Select Default Menu) (move to YES) (Select YES : INITIALIZATION)

PASSWORD OFF : Password function is not activated. ON : Password function is activated. CHANGE : To change the Password

- Refer to page 33~34.

MULTI SESSION OFF : the player will not read Multi Session

written disks

ON : the player will read Multi Session disks If you are not using audio CD's created in

Multi Session format, set this feature to OFF to shorten the access time of your CDs.

SORT MODE

Using the directory structure example on the right, the sort methods will play folders in the following order.

BREADTH FIRST : DEPTH FIRST : PHYSICAL ADDR. : Songs are sorted in the sequence they were written to the CD independent of directory structure.

ROOT

DISPLAY

VISUALIZATION

Visualizes audio signal at play mode.

LEVEL METER 1 LEVEL METER 2 WAVEFORM PROGRESSIVE

LCD CONTRAST

Adjust LCD contrast of remote control. Contrast can be adjusted by using the

and buttons.

BACK-LIGHT (SEC)

Select the back-lighting time. Adjust the lighting time (1~20Sec) by using

and button.

0 : Backlight is off. 21 : Backlight is always on.

ADAPTER ALWAYS ON : Select it by using button.If the adapter is

connected, backlight is always on.

TAG INFORMATION ON : Displays track with ID3 tag information

or with lyrics if there are lyrics.

OFF : Displays track with file name.

When you turn the tag information ON during track playback, display will begin with the next track played. CAPTION OFF : You can turn off lyric display of synchronized MP3. You can select ON/OFF using button and tag information display preference using

or button.

50%

STOP POWER OFF (MIN)

Automatically turns power off at stop mode. Time range can be made from 1~60 minutes.

and buttoncanbeusedfortime

setting.

SLEEP POWER OFF (MIN)

Automatically power off after fixed time (Timerangecanbesetfrom0to99minutes).

Use

or button to adjust time. By using button, you can select beepsoundtoONorOFF.

When the power is off, the sleep power off setting goes back to Zero setting.

TIMER (Set Auto Power Off)

PLAY TIME INFO Normal : display elapsed time of the

current track.

Remain : display remaining time of

the current track.

Note :IncaseofVBRMP3file,

the remaining time may not display accurately.

BATTERY INDICATOR

Adjust the level of the battery indicator to compensate for different style of batteries. Lower numbers will make the battery indicator higher, higher numbers will make the battery indicator lower.

FF/RW SKIP (FAST SKIP) Off : Disables the fast skip feature. 10 : Fast skip ahead 10 tracks or back

10 tracks.

Directory : Jump to the Previous/Next folder. Holding after one pushing of

and button can be used for this setting. (Refer to page 12)

FF/RW SCAN SPEED

The fast scan speed can range from 1x / 2x /4x/6x.

and button can be used for this

setting. (Refer to page 12)

CONTROL

SCROLL SPEED

Adjust scroll speed of character displayed on the LCD (Title or Singer name) by 1x/2x/4x.

Vertical : The scroll goes from up to down Horizontal : The scroll goes from the left to

the right.

FF/RW SCAN (FF/RW SCAN) ON : Long click of

or button for

fast scan within the track.

Short click of

or button for

next or previous track.

OFF : Fast Scan through songs in a folder.

As typical with MP3 files, particularly VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files, fast scan may not be as smooth as conventional audio CD.

-10/+10 BUTTON

-/+10 : During playback, go back to the

previous 10th track, and push it to +10 to go forward to the next 10th track. Directory : -/+10 button works as directory skip.

AUTO PAUSE

When Auto Pause is on, the player will automatically pause after a disc loads and after every song is played. you will need to press Play button to resume the playback again.

EQ LIMIT ON : Limit the control of equalizer

frequency to prevent distortion of sound. OFF : You can enjoy original sound though

distortion may occur.

SOUND BALANCE

When Sound Balance bar is moved to L (Left, 0),the sound outputs at the left earphone. When the lever is moved to R (Right, 40) the sound outputs at the right earphone. The default value is 20 and the sound outputs the same level at both earphones.

ADAPTER VOLUME 35 ON :Volumewillsetto35whentheAC

adapter is attached.

OFF: This function is not activated. This feature is useful when connecting the

player to your car or home stereo system.

EQ is selected by genre as follows :

Pop : Pop, Instrumental Pop, Pop-Folk, Pop/Funk Rock : Classic Rock, Rock, Altern Rock, Instrumental Rock, Southern Rock,

Rock & Roll, Hard Rock, Folk Rock, Gothic Rock, Progressive Rock,

Psychedelic Rock, Symphonic Rock, Slow Rock, Punk Rock Jazz : Jazz, Jazz+Funk, Acid Jazz Classic : Classical, Opera, Chamber Music, Sonata, Symphony Metal : Metal, Death Metal, Heavy Metal Ubass:Bass,BootyBass

TAG AUTO EQ

Can automatically change EQ by reading the genre of TAG Information. ON : Can automatically change EQ by

reading the genre of ID3 TAG information.

OFF :EQissetbytheuser.

INTRO MODE Intro : Plays the beginning 10 seconds of

each track.

Intro Highlight : Plays 10 seconds at the

1 minute mark of each

track in sequential order.

STUDY

When click the -/+10 button, it is operated as the set status.

OFF : Skip ahead 10 tracks. 5SEC: Short click of the +10 button

will skip the current track 5 seconds ahead or backward.

10 SEC : Short click of the +10 button will skip the current track

10 seconds ahead or backward.

BEEP : A beep sound will be played when the buttons are operated.

If it is set to 5 Sec, 10 Sec, BEEP, it is operated as STUDY Mode.

REPEAT MODE / SHUFFLE MODE

Allows you to select the modes available when pressing the MODE button during playback.(Multi selection capable)

Press the

or buttons to move between items and press the button to select.

Only the selected play mode will be applied when you press the MODE button (For details, please refer to p. 16)

PLAYBACK MODE

iRiver Shock Free

This is the function to prevent skipping when playing a Standard Audio CD. Press and hold the +10 button to activate the iRiver Shock Free Mode. In case the CD is dirty or defective, iRiver Shock Free may skip more than normal operation. In this case, use the player after cancelling the iRiver Shock Free. If STUDY mode is selected, holding the PROG button activates the BOOKMARK function, see page 20).

Pressing the Mode button for a few seconds while playing will set the Enhanced Antishock on and off.

NAME

You can input your name or custom text. (maximum 12 characters in English)

The saved text is displayed during initial loading of disc and at stop mode during play.

Initial loading

Stop during playback

Button Operation

Save and Exit

To move the cursor in the name window, use + and - on Volume button.

Select the character by using

and button and press Navi/Menu button to input the character.

To scroll between English and your preferred language, use STOP button

To delete the character, push MODE switch.

USER EQ

BASS BOOST

Bass Boost level is from 0 to 18dB.

TREBLE BOOST

Treble Boost level is from 0 to 6dB.

How to UPGRADE?

1. Download the latest firmware upgrade file from www.iRiver.com.

2. Execute the file after extraction.

3. Burn the SlimX 450 HEX file to a CD (be sure there are no other files on this CD.

4. Connect the power adapter to the SlimX 450. (Note : Upgrade the firmware after connecting the adapter)

5. Insert the CD into the SlimX 450 and play the CD.

6. Check whether your LCD window shows “Firmware Upgrade”

7. When the power goes off automatically, the upgrade is done.

8. Play your Music Disc and confirm the firmware version information displayed during loading.

Upgrade your firmware at www.iRiver.com. What is FIRMWARE?

It is the operating system that works in the SlimX 450. iRiver provides you with the latest and best features through Firmware Upgrade. Visit www.iRiver.com to upgrade your Firmware.

You can set the EQ according to your liking. (USER1,USER2,USER3)

Setting the Password

Click

If you select “ON” on the MENU GENERAL Password, the right screen is displayed after loading screen when you turn the player on.

Select the menu you want on the “MENU

GENERAL Password”. (Refer to page 24) ThePasswordmustbe4digits. After selecting the numeral by using

, button, press the PLAY or

NAVI button to input the password.

Press

, to move the numeral and press the PLAY or NAVI button

to select it. The screen as below is displayed.

When the input password is correct, the above screen is disappeared and changed to Total screen. Press the PLAY button to start the playback.

- If the password is wrong, the screen goes back to the input screen.

- The Password must input as 4 digits.

- The Password is initialized as “0000” when the firmware is upgraded.

CAUTION!

Changing the Password

Select “CHANGE” on the “MENU

GENERAL Password”.

Input the old password. (The initial password is “0000”)

Input the new password of 4 digits.

Input the new password of 4 digits to confirm once more.

If the password to change and the password to confirm are the same, the password is automatically changed to the new one and the playback screen is displayed on the LCD. If you select “ON” on the password menu, you must input the new password to turn on the player.

If the password to confirm is different from the changed password, the password screen goes back to the Confirm screen.

Press the STOP button to exit changing the password, and the old password is preserved.

The Password is initialized as “0000” when the firmware is upgraded.

NOTE

USING WINAMP PLAYLIST

Make a PLAYLIST ( .M3U) using WINAMP. Note : WINAMP software is not included with the player.

Winamp execution picture

Click the SAVE LIST button.

1. Launch WINAMP and add songs to makealist.

2. Click "LIST OPTS" located on the right bottom and click "SAVE LIST".

3.Namethefilename(ex: iriver.m3u) and click "SAVE" to save the list.

Burn the disc with WinAmp play list and related files.

Press PROG button at stop mode and LCD displays a list of M3U playlist files on the disk. You can find the playlist you want to play by using the

, button.

Load the disc into SlimX 450.

Press button to play the tracks in the order of the playlist.

PL icon indicates PLAY LIST.

A total of 20 playlists can be recognized.

After selecting the song to play next by using

button,

RESERVATION FUNCTION

Press the NAVI button during playback to select the next song to be played, then press PROG button to queue that song.

Click

Ex)

Press NAVI/MENU button during playback,

Click

Use only the AC Power Adapter supplied with the player. The AC operating voltage of this player is 100~240V, 50~60Hz.

Connect the Adapter to 4.5V DC jack on the player and AC outlet.

Disconnect Adapter when not in use. Do not handle this player or power cord when your hands are wet or damp. If water or other liquid enters the case, take the player to an authorized service center for inspection.

Using AC POWER ADAPTER

CAUTION!

Automatically power off when charge or discharge is done.

Charging time

- 1450mA rechargeable batteries : Approx. 6 hours (At full discharge)

Charge and discharge function is available while the player has rechargeable batteries installed and is connected to AC power adapter. The charging and discharging menu on the LCD is displayed when you press and hold the stop (

) button during playback.

While in Charge or Discharge Mode, a long press of stop (

) button turns the POWER OFF. While in Charge or Discharge Mode, a long press of button starts the playback after stop charging.

Use the , button to move to charge mode and click the STOP (

) button to select charge mode. The selected mode (CHARGE or DISCHARGE & CHARGE or CANCEL) automatically begin charging after 1 minute passes without menu selection (when plugged into AC adapter).

: The player is charged without Discharge

CHARGING screen is as follow

Recharging Method

CAUTION!

Charge or discharge with Ni-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride Battery) batteries only.

Do not charge or discharge with the external battery pack attached

to the player.

Do not use batteries with the different capacity.

– it may not be charged properly.

Install Rechargeable batteries. And press button after connecting to Adapter.

During CD playing or Tuner playing, a long pressing of STOP (

)button

shifts to charge or discharge mode. Select to Charge or Discharge Mode

: The player is turned off without charging.

Rechargeable batteries included in the player are

stick type rechargeable batteris (1450mAh x 2).

DISCHARGING screen is as follow

The player is automatically changed to Charge Mode when discharge is done and will automatically power off when charge is done.

Discharging time

- 1450mA rechargeable batteries : Approx. 5 hours (At full charge)

: The player is charged after full discharge

Using rechageable batteries

Open the battery cover on the inside of the player. Insert rechargeable batteries(Ni-MH type x 2ea) matching + and - and

close the battery cover.

Do not use different types of batteries together. Do not mix rechargeable batteries with regular batteries. When the batteries are not to be used for a long time, remove them. If battery leaks, wipe off any residue in the battery compartment and insert new batteries. Do not recharge a normal battery.

CAUTION!

The external battery pack can be attached as shown in the figure. Two AA size alkaline batteries are used in the external battery pack.

AA size battery

Using External battery pack

How long does Anti-Shock last?

With MP3 files, Anti-Shock lasts up to 480 seconds. With Audio CD, you can set it up to 40 or 160 seconds.

Why does mechanism noise occur?

When loading a CD or searching music, CD Pick-up makes noise moving at high speed. This is not a malfunction. But if you hear mechanism noise through earphones or hear excessive noise from the player, contact iRiver Customer Service.

Does using CD's created on a computer reduce the life of the Lens?

There is no connection between using a disk created on a home computer and the lifetime of the lens.

Why doesn't the player recognize a CD created at high speed?

In general, it is recommended to record the CD with 1~2 level lower than the highest speed if you are experiencing playback difficulties.

PLAYER

RECORDING

HowdoIcopyMP3filesontoaCD?

YouneedtorecordMP3filesontoaCD-RorCD-RWdisctoplayinthe SlimX 450.

In general, there are two kinds of blank CDs. CD-R (CD Recordable): Recordable but not erasable. CD-RW (CD-ReWriteable) : Recordable and can be used again after erasing.

There are several ways to burn a CD. A CD is created in sessions.

Single session: Close session after burning once. Multi session: Do not close session after burning. More data can be

writtentothedisklater.

This iRiver player can play packet-written CD RW’s as well.

What do I need to burn MP3 files?

You need a CD recorder, recording software program, and a blank CD. For details, refer to the “SUPPORT” at iRiver's homepage.

How do I make a CD from a tape or record?

To convert the tape's information into CD requires many items, including: A player to play the tape or record, a stereo cable to attach the player to your computer, and third party recording software to capture and edit the audio. Connect the stereo cable from the source to the line-in input on your computer sound card; then use the third party software to record and edit the audio on the tape or record. Once the music is recorded onto your computer, use a program to copy themusicinAudioorMP3formattoaCD.

I recorded an MP3 CD but it only see less than 20 songs.

The CD was probably created as an Audio CD’s will only hold about 15~20 songs. To record a CD full of MP3’s be sure to set your CD creation software to record Data.

The player can’t read songs and I get 'No disc' message.

CD readability depends on several factors:

1. CD-Media

2. The Burning/Recording Speed

3. The CD surface When you create a CD, burning speed does matter as well as CD surface. When you create a CD at a high speed, the data writing may not be reliable. In that case, it is recommended to create a CD at a lower speed or to use brand name media.

Can I add songs to the CD I already burned?

Using multi-session or packet writing allows you to add songs to the CD.

PLAYING

How do I listen to a spot on the track I last listened to?

The SlimX 450 provide a RESUME function. Go to Function, General and enter into RESUME menu. You can set Track Time or Track #. TheSlimX450canrememberthelast10CDsyouplayed.

How many playlists can the SlimX 450 play?

The SlimX 450 can play up to 20 playlists( .m3u)

How many songs can the SlimX 450 play?

The SlimX 450 can recognize 999 songs (20 Playlist included) and 255 folders including subfolders.

Does the SlimX 450 play “ .ra”and “ .wav” formats?

TheplayableformatsontheSlimX450areMP3,ASFandWMAfiles. RA and WAV formats can not be played in this player. Supporting formats such as “ .ra” and “ .wav” are under consideration for the future.

I don't see the title and it only displays Audio Track.

The SlimX 450 can display the information that the song contains. With MP3 files, the tag information may not be correct and with Standard Audio CD, it displays only Audio Track. To see the song title, you need to burn the CD using CD-TEXT function. See your CD Creation software.

The sound cuts out when the player skips.

If the player is shaken in a sudden or violent manner, or shaken excessively, skipping may occur. Under normal circumstances, skipping will not occur. Please carry and handle the player under normal circumstances (i.e., without excessive shaking).

IttakesalongtimetoloadaCD.

Using Multi-sessioned or Packet Written CD may affect the loading time rather than using Single sessioned CD because the data is scattered in the CD. To reduce the loading time, it is recommended you to burn in Singlesession. You may contact Customer Service if it takes longer than 1 minute to load a single-sessioned CD or a Standard Audio CD.

It always stops after playing one song.

Check that the "Auto Pause" feature is turned off. Also check that your player is not set to “SFL 1” mode.

I hear a 'hiccup' sound while the song is playing.

Check the status of the file. What is likely happening is that the file is corrupted, especially if you hear the same sound in the same spot. In this case, it is recommended you to record the file again or download a different file.

Can I change the playing order?

The SlimX 450 support m3u file lists. Also, the Program function allows you to select your preferred songs.

I can't hear an ASF file I recorded onto a disk.

There are two kinds of ASF files, Audio and Video. The SlimX 450 only support Audio ASF file formats.

Is the sound better if I convert an MP3 file into WAV?

MP3 is a compressed a audio format. Audio quality is lost when converting sound into MP3 format. Changing MP3 to WAV files will not restore data lost in compression and will therefore not improve audio quality

What kind of media can the SlimX 450 support?

Standard Audio CD (8Cm, 12 Cm), CD-R, CD-RW DATA CD with MP3, ASF and WMA. The SlimX 450 also support Mixed CD (Data Track + Audio Track), CDExtra (Audio Track + Data Track), Multi-sessioned and packet written CD.

What is VBR?

VBR is "Variable Bit Rate". Some MP3 encoders support VBR. When enabled, the compressor will use a bit rate that will fit the actual passage. If it is a complex part, having much more variation in the sound, it will use a high bit rate. If there is less variation in sound, it will use a lower bit rate. Usually, the average bit rate will not be as high as a same-quality MP3 with CBR (Constant Bit Rate). However, there is shortcoming that it's hard to keep track of the actual position that may not be favorable when studying language.

Should any problem continue after you have checked these symptoms, please contact iRiver sales representatives.

Player will not power on

Loading stopped or 'No DISC' displayed on LCD

No Sound or noise is heard

Check whether the batteries have been inserted in proper polarity (+ and -). Check whether the HOLD switch on remote is ON (Switch to OFF position) Check whether the player door is opened. Check whether the rechargeable batteries are not charged or the batteries ran out.

Check whether the CD is dirty or defective (clean it or change to new CD). Check whether the CD is inserted properly. Check to be sure the optical lens is clean. (Gently wipe with soft cloth.) Check whether moisture condensation has occurred (leave the CD player aside for several hours until the moisture evaporates). Make sure there is a CD in the player. Problems can be caused by the CD creation process on your PC. Re-record the disk at a slower speed. Use Full Format when creating packet a written disk.

Check whether VOLUME is set to “0”. Connect the earphone/remote plug firmly. Check whether the plug is dirty (clean the plug withadryandsoftcloth). Corrupted MP3, WMA file may have distortion or not play. Try playing another music file. Excessive jolting may affect MP3, WMA, and audio CD disks during playback.

Should any problem continue after you have checked these symptoms, please contact iRiver sales representatives.

AC adapter does not work.

Remote control does not work.

Battery Life is short

Characters in LCD are corrupted.

Poor FM Reception

charging and discharging does not work.

Be sure your adapter is designed to work in the country where it's being used.

Check whether the plug is connected to the proper jack on the player.

Check whether the HOLD switch is ON.

(SwitchtoOFFposition.)

Connect the earphones/remote plug firmly. Ensure the rechargeable batteries are fully

charged. Avoid the excessive operation of remote control.

Check out Menu

General Language and confirm whether the right language has been selected. (Refer to page 23.)

Adjust the position of the player and remote control. Electronic equipment can case interference with the FM reception. Turn off any nearby electronics or move the player away from the source.

Check whether the adapter plug is properly connected. Check whether the batteries inserted are rechargeable. Fully charged batteries will not accept additional charging. Check whether 2 rechargeable batteries are inserted. The batteries is charged and discharged when 2 batteries are inserted.

On Handling Disc

On handling Disc

Avoid touching the surface (bright side) where data is stored.

Disc Cleaning

Avoid cleaning the disc surface. If necessary, clean the disc surface with a soft cloth following the directions described.

Do not stick papers or tape labels onto the surface (bright side).

Avoid using chemicals to clean the surface.

Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the player, unplug it and have it

checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

Do not put objects in the DC IN 4.5V jack (External Power output). Use only the adapter provided with the player.

On Safety

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.

Keep the lens on the player clean and do not touch it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged and the player will not operate properly.

Do not put any heavy objects on top of the CD player. The CD player and the CD may be damaged.

Do not wrap the player with cloth or blanket as it may cause the player to malfunction. Use only the included carrying case.

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 many 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 listening to continuous, 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.

On Player

On Headphones and Earphones

During playback, dirty or scratched CD's may cause audio distortion or skipping.

Tracks with damaged or corrupted parts are skipped or forwarded to next track.

Supported file types will have the extension MP3, WMA and ASF. Folders and files are sorted in alphabetical order.

Use Navigation mode to select the tracks wanted. Total 255 folders and 999 tracks (Including 20 playlist) within a disc

canberecognized. Track information displayed is either filename or ID3 TAG information. CD-TEXT discs are displayed with track names within the TOC (Table

of Contents) of the disc. Battery level indicator may vary depending on battery type.

Earphone and Earphone Covers

User Manual/Warranty Card

AC Adapter (4.5V)

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

Remote Control

Carrying Case

External Battery Pack

Rechargeable Batteries (StickTypex2)

20Hz~20KHz 12mW(L) +12mW(R) at 16 8mW(L) + 8mW(R) at 32 Max. Volume

0.76V rms(47K

) Max. Volume

90dB(CD-DA), 90dB(MP3 CD)

2dB(Line Out)

STEREO(L+R)

87.5MHz~108MHz 12mW(L) +12mW(R) at 16 8mW(L) + 8mW(R) at 32 Max. Volume

0.76V rms(47K

) Max. Volume 50dB Headphone/Earphone-Cord Antenna CD-DA, CD-Text(8cm / 12cm) CD-ROMMode1,Mode2Form1 Enhanced CD, Mixed CD PacketWrite,ISO9660,Joliet,Romeo, Multi-Session MPEG 1/2/2.5 Layer 3, WMA ,ASF 8Kbps ~ 320 Kbps ID3 VI , ID3 V2 2.0, ID3 V2 3.0 DC 4.5V , 600mA Approx. 130.5(W) x 140(D) x 16.7(H)mm Approx. 193g (withoutBattery) 0

~40

55 Hrs

22 Hrs

Frequency/Range

Headphone output

Line output level S/N ratio Frequency Characteristics No. of Channels FM Frequency range

Headphone Output

Line output level S/N ratio Antenna

CD Type

CD-R/RW Readability File TYPE

Bit Rate Tag AC Adapter Dimension Weight Operational Temperature

MP3/WMA/ASF Audio CD

Specifications

IRiver Slim X iMP IMP-350 IMP-350 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual