Latte iPearl 16GB, iPearl 8GB, iPearl User Manual

User’s Manual

Latte iPearl

Digital Media Player

 This manual shall only be used for providing information and operating instruction.
 Latte Communications, Inc. shall reserve the right to modify the specifications and

other information without further notice.

 Software, music or film etc. with copyrights shall be protected by relative laws.
 Shape and color of actual product may vary slightly from the shown pictures.
 Display screens in default setting may vary slightly from the screen contents used

here.

Version 3.1

01 Contents

Main Functions..……………………………………………………………………………………02
Precautions…………………………………………………………………………………………03
About the Player.……………………………………………………………
Display Description …………………………………………………………
Basic Operations…………………………………………………………………
System Menu…………………………………………………………
Music Play…………………………………………………………………………
Video Play…………………………………………………………………

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Picture Browse……………………………………………………………………………………..22
TEXT Browse.……………………………………………………………………………………...24
Voice Record……………………………………………………………………………

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Media Library..……………………………………………………………………………………...27
FM Radio…………………………………………………………………………………………...28
Other functions..……………………………………………………………………………………31
USB and Charge…………………………………………………………………
Firmware Update…………………………………………………………………………
Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………
Technical Specifications…………………………………………………………

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Main Functions 02

 2.8-inch TFT LCD QVGA (resolution: 320*240)
 Supports MP3 / WMA / FLAC / APE / AAC music formats. Supports MS PLAY FX
 Supports AVI, RM, RMVB, FLV, WMV
 Supports picture auto browse in JPEG/BMP/GIF format
 Built-in MIC and extended recording time
 Built-in FM radio transmitting and receiving (transmit music to your radio)
 Supports Text file viewing function and bookmark setting
 Can be used as a portable file storage
 Supports energy-saving settings: LCD brightness control, auto power off, Stand-by mode
 Multi EQ modes and multi repeat modes
 Multi-language support (20 languages available)
 Support Win2000, Win XP, Vista OS. No driver required if OS is WIN 2000 and above
 Multi task handling function - you can listen to music while reading texts or viewing

pictures

* Warranty information, product features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

03 Precautions

1. Do not use the player in extremely hot, cold, dusty or damp environments.

2. Do not drop the player when using it.

3. The service life of the battery is subject to the use of the player, manufacturer and
production date.

4. Please charge the battery in the following instances:
A. The battery icon is showing a low power level.
B. The player turns off automatically and turns off again after restarting.
C. The buttons are non responsive.

5. When formatting the player or uploading/downloading files, do not disconnect the
player from the PC. This may damage files or the player.

6. Static discharge to the cable during connection to the computer may corrupt files or the
storage area of the player.

7. The player is charging when connected to the PC via the supplied USB cable.

Precautions 04

8. This player contains no user serviceable parts. Disassembling the player may damage
the player and will void the warranty. Please check the trouble shooting section of this
manual if experiencing problems.

9. Latte Communications reserves the right to improve the product. Different software
and hardware versions may influence the product performance and functions.
Therefore the product shall be subject to change without further notice.

10. The images used in this manual may vary slightly from actual product.

11. Please respect the copyright laws in your area.

05 About Player

Display Description 06

Menu Music play

Video play Record

07 Basic Operations

 Power On/Off

- Power On: Push the power switch toward the red sign and hold for 3 seconds. The

player will start and display the main menu.

- Power Off: Push the power switch toward the red sign and hold for 3 seconds.

 Locking/Unlocking the Player

In the Video, Record or Music Play mode, you can lock the player to prevent any
unintentional operations.

- Lock: Push the power switch toward HOLD to lock the player.

- Unlock: In the lock mode, push the power switch toward the red sign to unlock.

Basic Operations 08

 A-B Repeat
In the Music play mode, press and hold the ESC key for 2 seconds to enter the A-B Repeat
mode. An “A” will be displayed in the lower right hand corner of the screen, which confirms
the starting repeat point, then press and hold the ESC key for 2 seconds again to display “B”.
This confirms the ending repeat point. “A-B” is now displayed and the A-B Repeat mode is
set. The player will continue to repeat the selection between the starting point and the
ending point. To stop A-B Repeat mode, press and hold the ESC key for 2 seconds.
 Power Reset
If your player is frozen during the play, press the small button in the RESET hole until the
player turns off. The player can be started again as described earlier. This may return all
settings to default.
 Connect to Computer and File Transfer

Start your computer and connect the player using the USB cable included. The player will be
detected as a standard removable disk by your computer and will allow you to transfer and manage
files on the player

09 Basic Operations

 Volume Control
In the Music or Video play mode, the volume can be increased or decreased by pressing the
V+ or V- key to control the volume.
 F/FWD & F/REV
In the Music or Video play mode, press and hold the
fast-reverse through the file. Release the button when the desired point is reached.
 Previous/Next File
In the Music or Video play mode, press the
next file.
 Charging the Player
Charge your player by connecting it to your PC with the supplied USB cable. Charging will
take about 4 hours when fully discharged. The PC must remain on during the charging
process. The player interface is not available when connected to a PC for file transfer or
charging.

or key shortly to play the previous or

or key to fast-forward or

System Menu 10

The main menu is displayed when the player is turned on. Press the
move to the menu you want to enter into. (Music, Video, Photo, Text, Other Functions,
Record, Explorer, Settings). Press the
ESC key in any submenu to exit to the previous menu or directory.
 Settings
Form the main menu, select the [Settings] option and press the
Setting menu. Press the
any submenu to exit to the previous menu or directory.
 Display setting
This adjusts screen brightness and sets the amount of time the backlight remains lit after the
last button click.

1. Light Time: 5s, 10s, 15s, 20s, 30s, Always on

2. Brightness Control: +1, +2, +3, +4, +5. Selecting higher levels will increase the

brightness of the LCD display. Adjusting these settings will impact battery duration.

or key to select a sub item to set. Press the ESC key in

key to enter into the function menu. Press the

or key to

key to enter into the

11 System Menu

3. Light Mode: All Dark or Penumbra option can be selected when the player goes into

energy-saving mode. Adjusting these settings will impact battery duration.

4. Display status: Hide or Display option can be selected. The information on the screen

will be displayed or hidden if this option is selected.
 System Setting
This feature is solely used for updating or restoring the firmware; this should only be used if
recommended by technical support.

1. Upgrade: select “YES” or “NO” to continue or exit the firmware upgrade. Press the

key to confirm.

2. Restore: Select “YES” or “NO” to restore the player settings to default. Press the

key to confirm.

System Menu 12

 Language
Select the desired language for the player. Press the
language you want and press the
previous menu.
 System Information
This option displays background information about the player including: software revision
number, available memory status on the player and optional external memory card if
inserted. Press the ESC key to return to the previous menu.
 Auto Shut-Down Time
This sets the period of time, in seconds; the player will automatically turn off after the last
button is pressed if no play back is occurring. Press the
required value: (3s, 5s, 10s, 15s, 20s, no automatic) and then press the
Press the ESC key to return to the previous menu.

key to confirm. Press the ESC key to return to the

or key to select the

or key to highlight the

key to select.

13 Music Play

Detailed Operation

1. From the Main Menu, press the

key to enter the Music menu. The Music menu allows you to display your music in the

following ways: Current Play (if a song is already playing), All Music, By Artist, By Album,
Genre, My Favorite, Record (voice recordings) or by Directory Listing.
**The MediaLib Update feature updates the Music Menu and categorizes media files
appropriately. This should be run every time after files have been transferred to the player.
File listing will depend on information contained in the MP3 tag.

Press the
display option and press the
key to select the song and press the
selected file. Press the ESC key to exit to the previous menu or
directory.

or key to select your desired music

or key to select [Music] option. Press the

key. Press the or

key to play the

Music Play 14

2. During Music Play mode, press and hold the ESC key for 2 seconds to enter the A-B

Repeat mode. An “A” will be displayed in the lower right hand corner of the screen, which
confirms the starting repeat point. Then press and hold the ESC key for 2 seconds again to
display “B”. This confirms the ending repeat point. “A-B” is now displayed and the A-B
Repeat mode is set. The player will continue to repeat the selection between the starting and
ending point. To stop the A-B Repeat mode, press and hold the ESC key for 2 seconds.

3. During Music Play mode, the volume can be increased or decreased by pressing the V+

or V- key. Push the power switch shortly toward the red sign to pause the play and again to
resume.

4. During Music Play mode, press the

track. Press and hold
Release the button when desired point is reached.

or key to fast forward or fast reverse through the music.

or key to move to the previous or next

15 Music Play

5. In the “All Music” listing menu, press the

file. Press the
be shown. Use the

key to confirm and add file to your favorite list. Or, select “Exit” option and press

key to confirm and return the previous menu.

6. In the “Directory” listing menu, press the

a “Delete File” dialog box; you can use the
option and press the

ng Music Play mode, press the

7. Duri

playback options (Repeat Mode, Play Mode, MSEQ, EQ
Select, User EQ Setup, Display)

1. Repeat Mode:

key and hold for 2 seconds. The “Add to Favorite” and “Exit” option will

or keys to select the “Add To Favorite” option. Press the

key to confirm your request.

1. Once: Stops after playing the current song.

or key to select your desired music

key and hold for 2 seconds. This will show

or keys to select “YES” or “NO”

key to display the

2. Repeat: Repeats the selected single song.

3. ALL: Plays all songs in the current folder once.

4. ALL Repeat: Plays and repeats all files in the current folder.

5. Intro: Plays all songs in the current folder for the first 10 seconds in sequence

2. Play Mode: Plays songs in order or shuffle (random).

3. MSEQ: Set MSEQ mode 3D, Bass, LEQ

4. EQ Sel.: Select from 8 preset equalizer settings

Normal/MSEQ/Rock/Pop/Classic/Bass/Jazz/User EQ

5. User EQ Setup:

Press the
press the V+ or V- key to increase or decrease the frequency.
After adjusting each band, press the or key to
select “YES” and press the
select “NO” option and press the

(After listening, it will return to the normal play mode)

or key to select frequency band. Then

key to confirm changes, or

key to cancel changes.

Music Play 16

17 Music Play

8. Display: 4 display options are available

1. ID3: Displays the creation information of the playing music in the top right hand

quadrant of the display.

2. Lyric: This player support “LRC” type lyric files. Lyrics can be displayed

isochronously while playing music. The Lyric file must be in the same folder as
the music file and have the same name as the music file. E.g.: Track1.MP3 and
Track1.LRC. When a song is selected and the lyric file for the song is available,
the lyrics will be displayed in the top right hand quadrant of the display.

3. Freq chart (default): Displays the frequencies of the playing music track in the

top right hand quadrant of the display.

4. Closed: No Display is shown over the desktop in the top right hand quadrant of

the display.

9. Frequency Out: Press

to confirm. Selecting “ON” allows for FM transmitting of music from your player to radio. Use

requency Set to select available frequency. F

or key to select “On” or “Off” option and press key

Music Play 18

10. Frequency Set: Press the

key to enter into the frequency set interface. Press the

or key to select the frequency and then press the V+ or V- key to adjust the

frequency. After adjusting the frequency you want to use for FM transmission, press
key to confirm your setting. when

Note: The earphones included will act as an antenna and you are required to plug the
earphones into the player to get the clear radio transmission. Adjust your radio frequency
setting to the same frequency set on your player. This will allow you to transmit your music
to the radio.

* The player only supports APE format of 3. 95, 3.97, 3.98, and 3.99 edition NORMAL and FAST

compression edition

Video Play 19

From the Main Menu, press the

key to enter the video menu.

1. Click into the Video file explorer, press the

desired file to play. When the file is selected, press the
to exit to the previous menu or directory..

2. During Video play mode, the volume can be increased or decreased by pressing the V+

or V- key.

3. During video playback, press the or key to play

the previous or next file in the current folder. Press and hold the

key to fast forward. Press and hold the key to fast

rewind. Push the power switch toward the red sign shortly to
pause the play and repeat to resume. Press the ESC to exit to
the previous menu or directory.

or key to select [Video] option and press the

or key to navigate and select your

key to play. Press the ESC key

4. During video playback, short press the

option display and press the
confirm.

1) Memory Play: In the Video Play mode, when the movie is

stopped, the player will automatically remember the movie
stop point. When this file is played again, the player will
automatically skip the previously watched portion of the file
and start from the stopped point.

2

) Replay: Replays the current video file.

3) Select time play: Press the
press the V+ or V- key to set the time and press the

4) Screen Zoom: Expands the current file of playing screen.

5. In the Video file explorer, select file and press the

will show a “Delete File” dialog box; use the
option and press the

or key to select an option and press the key to

key to confirm your request.

key for the

or key to select “Hour” or “Minute” option and

key and hold for 2 seconds. This

or keys to select “YES” or “NO”

20 Video Play

key to confirm and play.

Video Play 21

Note 1. This player can only supports RM/RMVB video files (up to 720 X 576 resolution),
AVI files (up to 800 X 480 resolution), FLV/WMV video files (up to 720 X 480 resolution).

Video files encoded in greater resolution may not be playable on this device and may report
a “File Format” error. Please ensure files are encoded to the correct resolution for playback.

Note 2. Due to the number of different Codecs used to create AVI files, it may not be
possible to play all AVI files on this player. If you have difficulty playing particular AVI files on
this player, you are recommended to re-encode the video files using a 3

rd

party video file

converting software (not provided).

I

n the main menu, press

[Photo] option, press the
interface.

1. Click into the photo file explorer, press

key to navigate and select your desired file to display.

When the file is selected, press the
commence playback, press the ESC key in any submenu
to exit to the previous menu or directory.

2. During
display options and press
option. Press the
in any submenu to exit to the previous menu or directory.

picture display, press the

key to confirm, press the ESC key

1) Rotate Right: Rotates the image 90° to the right.

2) Rotate Left: Rotates the image 90° to the left.

or key to select

key to enter the photo

or

key to

key for the

or key to select your

22 Picture Browse

Picture Browse 23

3) Zoom In: Zooms in on the image. (Not available if image resolution is smaller than
display)

4) Zoom Out: Zooms out of the image when Zoom in has been used.

5) Browse (Slideshow): Selects time to slide show images in current folder. This feature

must be turned off to access the above display options.

3. In the photo file explorer, press the

“Delete File” dialog box, you can press the
and press the

Note: In order to conserve space on the player, it is recommended that digital photos be
resized to a resolution of approximately 400 X 240 before being transferred to the player.
Some picture formats may need to be converted to be compatible with this player.

key to confirm your request.

key and hold for 2 seconds. This will show a

or key to select “YES” or “NO” option

In the Main Menu, press the
to confirm and enter the eBook interface.

ck into the eBook file explorer, press the

1. Cli

key to navigate and select your desired file. When the file

is selected, press the
Press the ESC key in submenu to exit to previous directory.

2. During picture display, press the key for the display
options and press the
Press the
submenu to exit to the previous menu or directory.

1) Page Jump. Jumps to and displays the desired page.

2) Save Bookmark: Saves current location in file.

3) Search Mark: Returns to page marks as set above.

4) Delete Marks: Deletes saved marks.

key to confirm, press the ESC key in any

or key to select [eBook] option. Press the key

or

key to commence eBook display.

or key to select your option.

24 Text Browse

TXT Browse 25

5) Set Font: Set the font size to Small, Med or Large.

6) Set Color: Sets the font color to Green, Red or Blue.

7) Browsing Mode: Sets the browse mode to Auto Mode or Manual Mode.

8) Auto Time Setting: Sets the time the next page will be displayed automatically. Time

can be set in 5 second increments from 10 to 30 seconds.

3. In the Text list explorer, press the
“Delete File” dialog box, you can press the
and press

Note: This player only supports files saved as “.TXT” or “.LRC” files in ANSI code. Files with
format codes will not be displayed. Format codes should be removed from file prior to being
transferred to the player.

key to confirm your request.

key and hold for 2 seconds. This will show a

or key to select “YES” or “NO” option

26 Voice Record

In the Main Menu, press the
to confirm and enter the Recorder interface.

1. The recorder will start in “Ready” mode to begin
recording. Push the power switch shortly toward the red
sign to start voice recording. Press again to pause
recording.

2. When recording has been completed, short press the
ESC key to save recorded file and exit to the previous

menu. Files names are generated automatically in time
sequence. Please see the time and date feature to
ensure the correct time and date stamp are recorded on the files when saved.
The remaining

3. Recorded files can be found under the Record folder in the Explorer menu and played by
pressing the

recording time available on the player is displayed on the screen.

key.

or key to select [Record] option. Press the key

Media Library 27

In the Main Menu, press the
key to confirm and enter the Explorer interface.

1. Play file

In the explorer, press the

key to enter the folder. Press the or key to select your desired file and

the
press the
menu or directory.

key to play the file. Press the ESC key in any submenu to exit to the previous

or key to select [Explorer] option. Press the

or key to select your desired folder and short press

2. Delete File

sub-explorer folder, press the

In the
select your required file, then press the
2 seconds. This will show a “Delete File” dialog box; you can
press the
and press the

or key to select “YES” or “NO” option

key to confirm your request.

or key to

key and hold for

FM Radio 28

1. From the Main Menu, use the
key to confirm and enter the radio interface. Press the ESC key to exit to the previous menu.

2. The volume can be increased or decreased by pressing the V+ or V- key to control the

volume.

3. Press the
want and press the
directory.
 Manual Search: Changes the frequency manually. Press

up or down by 0.1MHZ increments to fine radio stations. Press and hold

 Auto Search: The player will automatically scan all frequencies in your area and

save radio stations automatically when found.

key to display the options. Press or key to select the option you

key to confirm. Press the ESC key to exit to the previous menu or

key to fast -scan to the desired frequency.

or key to select [Radio] option. Press the

or key to move

or

29 FM Radio

 Preset Mode: Press the

stations.

 Save Channel: Saves the current radio station.
 Delete Channel: Deletes the current station from the saved list.
 Stereo Switch: Turns on or off the stereo option.
 Receiving Areas: Set the FM frequency range used in your area

- China/Japan/USA/Europe/Campus radio (Local Area).

 FM Recording: Record the FM radio you are currently listening to.

 The recorder will start in “Ready” mode. To begin recording, push the power

switch toward the red sign to start FM recording.

 Push the power switch toward the red sign again to pause recording.

When the FM recording is completed, press the ESC key shortly to save the
recorded file and exit and return to the record ready interface. File names will
be generated automatically in sequence.

or key to skip to the next or previous saved

 The recorded files will be saved under “Record” folder in the Music menu.

Note: This player uses the earphones as the Antenna for FM reception. The earphones are
required to be plugged in for a clear FM reception. Please make sure that the earphone is
correctly connected to the player.

FM Radio 30

31 Other Functions

Extra features of the player include a Stop Watch and Calendar.

From the Main Menu, press the
the

key to confirm and enter the Other Function interface.

1.

Stop Watch: Press the

Stopwatch option and press the
the Stopwatch interface. Short push the power switch towards
the red sign to start the timer. Short push the power switch to
stop timer. Press the
key in any submenu to exit to the previous menu or directory.

2. Calendar: Press the
Calendar option and press the
the Calendar interface. Re-click the
required year and month, and press the
select date to set. Press the ESC key in any submenu to exit to
the previous menu or directory.

key to clear the time. Press the ESC

or key to select [Other Function] option. Press

or key to select the

key to confirm and enter

or key to select the

key to confirm and enter

key to select your

or key to

Use USB and Charge 32

 USB Display Mode
Please connect the player to the PC via the USB data cable included (for Windows 2000
above, you do not need driver installation). The player will display an “Online” mode icon.
The player will be displayed in the “My Computer” window and be assigned the next
available drive letter by your PC. Double click this icon to open and display the contents of
the player. Files and folders can be transferred, copied or deleted to and from this drive as
you would on any other drive on your computer.

 Charge Display Mode
If the battery is too low, the player will display “Low battery to power off”. Then the player will
turn off automatically. The player should be charged using the supplied USB cable by
connecting to a PC. Charging time is approximately 4 hours for a fully charge.
Playback duration is approximately 3 to 4 hours for Video and 8 to 9 hours for Audio
playback. Battery duration is dependent on several factors including backlight brightness
and duration, Auto off settings and battery condition.

Note: It is recommended that the player be charged for 8 hours during the first 2 charges to
help condition the battery.

33 Firmware Update

1. Users can download the latest firmware in the download center of our website.
(http://www.lattefone.com).

2. After you download the latest firmware, please copy and transfer the file from your PC to
your player via the USB data cable.

Disconnect the player and turn on the player.

3. From

the main menu, select [Settings] option to

enter the system setting. Select Upgrade option and
select “YES” to start. (Shown in following picture).

Firmware Update 34

4. The updating process may take up to 5 minutes. Once the updating process is finished,
the player will automatically turn off and turn on.

During the installation, DO NOT TURN OFF

Note:

THE PLAYER.

35 Troubleshooting

 The player cannot be turned on.
Check if the battery is low. Recharge the
player if required by connecting to your PC
with the USB cable. Ensure that the
computer is on during the charging
process.

 No sound can be heard from the

earphones.

1. Check if the volume is set as 0. Adjust

the volume as required.

2. Check the volume of the file attempting
to be played.

3. Confirm the earphones are properly
connected.

 Noise through earphones.

1. Check to ensure earphone plug is clean;

foreign particles can cause static to be
heard through the earphones during
playback.

2. Check if the music file is damaged.
Confirm by playing other music files. The
damaged file may create serious noises or
voice dithering.

 Incorrect language displayed.

Please make sure that you have selected
the correct language. Set language in
(Setting) => (System Setting) =>
(Language Selection)
 Files cannot be downloaded.

1. Make sure the proper connection
between computer and player is
established.

2. Check if the memory is full.

3. Check if the USB cable is damaged and
replace if necessary.

Troubleshooting 36

 Audio files not playable.
This player cannot play audio files that are
copy protected. Please ensure that only
files that contain no copy protection are
transferred to the player.
 Video files not playable.
Please check that the video files
transferred to the player are in the correct
size and format. Some files may need to
be re-encoded to be compatible with this
player.

37 Technical Specifications

System Capacity 8 GB / 16GB internal memory

Display Screen Type 2.8-inch TFT, resolution: 320*240(QVGA)

Input/

Output

Audio Playback

Video Playback

Power,

Play Time

Voice Record

Package Contents

USB

Earphone

Formats

MAX Output

Formats

MAX FPS

Battery

Video

Audio

MIC Record

MAX Record Time

Player, USB cable, Earphones, User Manual,

High speed USB 2.0 mini socket

3.5mm Stereo socket

MP3, WMA, OGG, FLAC, ACC, APE

(L) 10mW +(R) 10mW (32Ω)

AVI, RM, RMVB, FLV

30/FPS

820mAh lithium polymer battery

Video play for about 3-4 hours

Audio play for about 8-9 hours

WAV (32 Kbps / 64 Kbps)

190 hours (4 GB capacity)@ 32 Kbps

USB car charger adapter

For produ

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[email protected]

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