MSI MEGA Stick 256, MEGA Stick 256/MP3 User Manual
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Ver. 2.1
May 2004
English User’s Guide
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Table of Contents
Safety Instructions...................................................................................................... 3
Chapter 1. Introduction............................................................................................. 4
How to Use This Guide.................................................................................... 5
Unpack............................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 2. Getting Started ........................................................................................ 7
Overview............................................................................................................ 7
LCD Display ....................................................................................................... 8
Insert a Battery ................................................................................................ 9
Battery Consuming Reference .................................................................. 9
Sporty Earphone............................................................................................. 10
Hold Switch ..................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3. Driver & Utility Installation ..................................................................11
Connect MEGA STICK to Computer..............................................................11
Hardware Installation for Windows 98SE ....................................................11
Utility Installation............................................................................................ 12
Utilise the Utility.............................................................................................. 14
Firmware Updating................................................................................. 14
Formatting MEGA STICK ..................................................................... 15
Chapter 4. Basic Usage ............................................................................................ 16
Power On and Off .......................................................................................... 16
Editing Sound Tracks (Files)......................................................................... 17
Music Playback................................................................................................ 18
Normal Playback..................................................................................... 18
Select the Next or Previous Track (File).................................................. 18
Fast-Forward or Rewind ......................................................................... 18
Volume Adjustment................................................................................. 18
Delete a Track (File)................................................................................ 19
Delete All Tracks (Files) ......................................................................... 19
EQ Settings ..................................................................................................... 20
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Repeat Settings .............................................................................................. 20
FM Radio Mode............................................................................................... 21
Select FM Radio Mode ........................................................................... 21
Select FM Station.................................................................................... 21
Storing a Favorite Station........................................................................ 21
Selecting the Stored Favorite Station....................................................... 22
Recording Radio Broadcast..................................................................... 22
Play a Recorded FM Voice File............................................................... 23
Delete a Recorded FM Voice File ........................................................... 24
Delete All FM Voice Files....................................................................... 24
Switch to and off FM mode........................................................................... 25
Switch from Music Playback mode to FM mode.................................... 25
Switch from FM mode to Music Playback mode.................................... 25
Voice Recording.............................................................................................. 25
Activate Voice Recording Function......................................................... 25
Play a Recorded Voice File ..................................................................... 26
Delete a Recorded Voice File .................................................................. 26
Delete All Voice Files.............................................................................. 27
Language Learning Function ........................................................................ 28
Operation Menus............................................................................................ 29
Other Settings................................................................................................. 31
Backlight................................................................................................. 31
Contrast................................................................................................... 31
Power Off................................................................................................ 32
Record Rate............................................................................................. 33
Startup Logo............................................................................................ 33
Language................................................................................................. 34
USB Flash Disk................................................................................................ 35
Appendix A. Specifications...................................................................................... 36
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Safety Instructions
1. Always read the safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User’s Guide for future reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
4. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.
5. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a
service personnel:
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment has not worked well or you can not get it work
according to User’s Guide.
The equipment has dropped and damaged.
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Congratulations on becoming a new user of MEGA STICK, the finely designed
portable digital audio player. Your new MEGA STICK will improve the
convenience of storing your personal data and the enjoyment of using various audio
functions. We are proud to tell our users that MEGA STICK is thoroughly tested
and certified by our reputation for unsurpassed dependability and customer
satisfaction.
MEGA STICK is a high performance portable digital audio player that enables users
to play MP3 or WMA audio files, listen to the FM radio broadcast, and have
favorable program recorded in MEGA STICK memory. In addition to the functions
that just mentioned previously, MEGA STICK also works as a portable USB data
storage device that enables users to store their personal data in the memory of MEGA
STICK. Here are the five main distinguishing features of MEGA STICK:
z Digital Audio Player - supports MP3 and WMA audio files.
z FM Radio Broadcasting - provides the function of receiving FM Radio
frequency. Users are able to save ten FM station memories and have the FM
program recorded while listening to the radio.
z Voice or Radio Program Recording - provides synchronous recording function
for voice or FM radio program, and the recorded files will be stored in MP3
format.
z Language Learning Function - enables users to repeat a particular sound track
section during normal playback. With this function, users will be able to pay
more attention on the repeated playback and to achieve the result of learning
language.
z USB Flash Disk - allows users to store personal data in MEGA STICK.
Thank you for choosing MEGA STICK. We hope you will continue to turn to us
for additional quality products as your personal needs and interests grow.
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How to Use This Guide
This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to install and
operate your MEGA STICK. We assume that those users whose operation system
is at least Windows 98 or 98SE are familiar with their OS, and be capable to follow
the step-by-step instructions to install the driver of MEGA STICK. If users who are
not able manage the operation system properly, it is suggested to learn more about
Microsoft Windows by referring to your Microsoft Windows manual before
installing the provided driver.
Chapter 1, Introduction, tells you the descriptions of all the accessories of MEGA
STICK. Please check out that if you have all the accessories included when you
open the packing box. If any item is damaged or missing, please contact the vendor
where you purchased MEGA STICK directly.
Chapter 2, Getting Started, introduces the function keys on MEGA STICK, and
tells you how to insert an AAA battery into the battery container located on the back
of MEGA STICK.
Chapter 3, Driver and Utility Installation, describes how to install MEGA STICK
and the special designed utility for your new MEGA STICK.
Chapter 4, Basic Usage, describes how to use MEGA STICK in a various way. It is
recommended to read this chapter carefully before using MEGA STICK.
Appendix, Specification, provides the specification and accessories of MEGA
STICK.
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Unpack1
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1. MEGA STICK (Portable Digital Audio Player)
2. Sporty Earphone
3. Extension Cable for Earphone
4. Metal Necklace
5. USB Extension Cable
6. Quick Installation Guide
7. Carry Bag
8. Driver Disk
9. AAA Battery
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The accessories come with MEGA STICK package may be different from those shown above.
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Chapter 2. Getting Started
Overview
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1. Battery Cover Slide open to insert an AAA size battery here.
2. Hold Switch Switch to hold position to prevent any miss
touching while MEGA STICK is recording or
playing.
3. USB Connector Cap Detach the cap when connecting the MEGA
STICK to the computer.
4. USB Connector Connect one end of the supplied USB extension
cable here.
5. Power On/Off Press and hold to Power On or Off MEGA
STICK.
Play/Pause In music playback mode, press to play or pause
the playback. In FM mode, press to select the
stored favorite stations one by one.
6. Volume+/- Press +/- button to increase or decrease the
volume level.
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7. MENU Press down the button or push it to the right or to
the left to make various adjustment.
8. Fn Press to select FM station mode. Or, press to
enable the section repeat function
9. REC Press to start or stop the FM or voice recording.
10. MIC Internal Microphone.
11. Earphone Jack Plug the supplied earphone here.
12. External MIC Jack Plug the external microphone here.
LCD Display
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1. Hold (Lock) Switch Indicates when the Hold function is enabled.
2. Playback Status Displays the music or voice files playback status.
3. Volume Displays the volume status.
4. A to B Repeat Indicates when A to B section repeat function is
enabled.
5. Repeat Mode Indicates the repeat mode that includes Normal,
Repeat One, Repeat All, Shuffle, and Shuffle
Repeat.
6. Equalizer Indicates the EQ mode settings that include
Normal, Classical, POP, Rock, and Jazz.
7. Battery Status Indicates the Battery Status.
8. File Name Displays the current file name that is being
played.
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Insert a Battery
1. Gently detach the USB connector cap, and you will find that the cap is attached
to the main set with a special design string to avoid losing it.
Note: Do not use force to pull the cap for safety concern.
2. Slide the battery cover.
3. Insert an AAA battery and make sure the battery is inserted into the correct
alignment.
4. Slide back the battery cover.
5. Press the Play/Pause button to power on MEGA STICK, and then check the
capacity of the battery.
6. If you cannot read the Battery Status on the Display when the battery is
inserted, please return to step 1 and once again make sure the battery is inserted
into the correct alignment.
Battery Consuming Reference
Category of Battery Recording Playing
AAA Alkaline
1280mA/hr battery
Average 12 hours for voice
radio recording
Average 12 hours for audio
playback
Note: 1. Alkaline battery is recommended when using this Drive.
2. Take out the battery if you will not use this Drive for long time.
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Sporty Earphone
The high quality Sporty Earphone that comes with MEGA STICK is special
designed for you to wear in any occasion to listen to the music or FM broadcasting
from MEGA STICK. With this Sporty Earphone, you should find that the earphone
would not come off even if when you are running, dancing, or doing any other
exercise. Besides, there is also an extension cable provided for the Sporty Earphone
to extend the length of the Sporty Earphone. Thus, you will be able to please your
MEGA STICK in your purse, backpack, or pocket without worrying that the length
of your earphone may not be long enough.
Hold Switch
MEGA STICK provides a Hold Switch, which is located on the side of MEGA
STICK for preventing any miss touching while MEGA STICK is recording or
playing. Once the Hold Switch is slide to the lock position, all function keys on
MEGA STICK will be disabled instantly.
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Chapter 3. Driver & Utility Installation
Connect MEGA STICK to Computer
1. Remove the USB connector cap.
2. Plug one end of the supplied USB cable to your computer, and plug the other
end to MEGA STICK.
3. Once MEGA STICK is connected to the computer, MEGA STICK should be
detected by the operation system automatically.
Note: If the operating system of your computer is Windows 98SE, a hardware
driver for MEGA STICK will be required.
Hardware Installation for Windows 98SE
When MEGA STICK is connected to a computer with Windows 98SE operating
system, the system will automatically detect the new hardware, and ask for a
hardware driver to be installed. To install the driver, place the supplied driver disk
into the CD drive. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation.
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