MSI MEGA STICK 527 User Manual

MSI

MEGA STICK 527

Multi-Functional Drive

User’s Guide

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions ............................................................................................... 6

Chapter 1. Introduction .......................................................................................7

How to Use This Guide ................................................................................8

Unpack........................................................................................................ 10

Chapter 2. Getting Started ................................................................................ 11

Function Keys............................................................................................. 11

LCD Display............................................................................................... 12

Insert a Battery ........................................................................................... 13

Battery Consuming Reference .......................................................... 14

Hold Switch................................................................................................ 14

Replacing the Changeable Panel ................................................................ 15

Chapter 3. Driver & Utility Installation...........................................................16

Connecting MEGA STICK 527 to Your Computer .................................... 16

Hardware Installation for Windows 98SE......................................... 16

Install Utilities ............................................................................................16

Utilize the Utility........................................................................................ 17

Firmware Updating ...........................................................................17

Format MEGA STICK 527............................................................... 19

Safety Remove MEGA STICK 527 from Computer .................................. 19

Chapter 4. Basic Usage ......................................................................................21

Power On and Off....................................................................................... 21

Editing Sound Tracks (Files) ......................................................................21

Music Playback .......................................................................................... 22

Normal Playback...............................................................................22

Select the Next or Previous Track (File) ........................................... 23

Fast-Forward or Rewind ................................................................... 23

Volume Adjustment...........................................................................24

Delete a Track (File) .........................................................................24

Delete All Tracks (Files) ................................................................... 24

EQ Settings.................................................................................................25

Repeat Settings ...........................................................................................26

FM Radio Mode ......................................................................................... 26

Select FM Radio Mode ..................................................................... 27

Select FM Station.............................................................................. 27

Storing a Favorite Station.................................................................. 28

Selecting the Stored Favorite Station................................................ 28

Start Recording Radio Broadcast ...................................................... 29

Play a FM Recording File .................................................................29

Delete a FM Recording File.............................................................. 30

Delete All Recording Files................................................................ 31

Switch between Music Playback or FM mode ...........................................31

Switch from Music Playback mode to FM mode.............................. 31

Switch from FM mode to Music Playback mode.............................. 32

Microphone Recording............................................................................... 32

Start Microphone Recording ............................................................. 32

Play a Microphone Recording File ................................................... 33

Delete a Microphone Recording File ................................................ 34

Delete All Recording Files................................................................ 34

Line-In Recording (Optional)..................................................................... 35

Start Line-In Recording..................................................................... 35

Play a Line-In Recording File........................................................... 37

Delete a Line-In Recording File........................................................ 38

Delete All Recording Files................................................................ 38

Language Learning Function......................................................................39

Operation Menus ........................................................................................ 40

For MEGA STICK 527 with WAV recording function only .............40

For (Optional) MEGA STICK 527 with MP3 and WAV recording

function ....................................................................................... 42

Other Settings .............................................................................................44

Backlight ....................................................................................... 44

Contrast ....................................................................................... 45

Power Off ....................................................................................... 46

Record Rate....................................................................................... 47

Encode Type...................................................................................... 47

Quality ....................................................................................... 48

Record Source................................................................................... 49

ASD (Auto Silence Detection).......................................................... 50

Startup Logo...................................................................................... 51

Language ....................................................................................... 52

USB Flash Disk ..........................................................................................52

Appendix A. Specifications ................................................................................54

Appendix B. Driver and Utilities CD................................................................ 55

Install MEGA STICK 527 Driver ..................................................... 55

Install Screen Editor..........................................................................55

Install CoverMaker ........................................................................... 55

Install Adobe Acrobat Reader ...........................................................55

Read MEGA STICK 527 User Manual.............................................55

Explore CD-ROM............................................................................. 55

Appendix C. Screen Editor................................................................................ 56

Editing Startup Logo......................................................................... 56

Appendix D. CoverMaker ................................................................................. 58

Installing CoverMaker ......................................................................58

Using CoverMaker............................................................................59

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 work well or you can not get it work

according to User’s Guide

 The equipment has dropped and damaged.

6. The power adapter should NOT be used on any other devices.

7. Do not change the default folders in the MEGA STICK 527, or the

device might function abnormally.

8. If any failure occurred to MEGA STICK 527, press the REC[y] button

and A-B button at the same time to reset the system, and then press the

/a

button to power on the system.

Chapter 1. Introduction

Congratulations on becoming a new user of MEGA STICK 527, the finely

designed portable digital audio player. Your new MEGA STICK 527 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 527 is thoroughly tested and certified by our reputation for unsurpassed

dependability and customer satisfaction.

MEGA STICK 527 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 527’s memory. In

addition to the functions that just mentioned previously, MEGA STICK 527

also works as a portable USB data storage device that enables users to store

their personal data in the memory of MEGA STICK 527. Here are the main

distinguishing features of MEGA STICK 527:

 Digital Audio Player –supports MP3 and WMA audio files.

 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.

 Voice or Radio Program Recording – provides synchronous recording

function for voice or FM radio program, and the recorded files will be

stored in WAV or MP3 (optional) format.

 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.

 USB Flash Disk – allows users to store personal data in MEGA STICK

527’s memory.

 Changeable Panel – increases the interest in using this delightful MP3

player by enabling users to edit a personal screen pattern with the editing

tool that comes with the package of MEGA STICK 527 and replace the

screen pattern to the device. Find nine screen patterns that included in the

package and having fun by choosing one to attach to the device right now!

Thank you for choosing MEGA STICK 527. We hope you will continue to

turn to us for additional quality products as your personal needs and interests

grow.

How to Use This Guide

This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to install and

operate your MEGA STICK 527. 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 527. 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 527. 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 527 directly.

Chapter 2, Getting Started, introduces the function keys on MEGA STICK

527, and tells you how to insert an AAA battery into the battery container

located on the back of MEGA STICK 527.

Chapter 3, Driver and Utility Installation, describes how to install MEGA

STICK 527 and the special designed utility for your new MEGA STICK 527.

Chapter 4, Basic Usage, describes how to use MEGA STICK 527 in a various

way. It is recommended to read this chapter carefully before using MEGA

STICK 527.

Appendix A, Specification, provides the specification and accessories of

MEGA STICK 527.

Unpack1

1. MSI MEGA STICK 527 (Portable Digital Audio Player)

2. Earphones

3. USB Extension Cable in white

4. 9 changeable screen patterns

5. Quick Installation Guide

6. Special Designed Protecting Case for MEGA STICK 527

7. Driver Disk (User’s Manual included)

8. AAA Battery

The accessories that come with MEGA STICK 527 packages may be different from those shown

above.

Chapter 2. Getting Started

Function Keys

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 527 is

recording or playing.

3. USB Connector Cap Detach the cap when connecting the MEGA

STICK 527 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 527.

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. Vol u m e +/ - P re s s + /- bu tt on t o increase or decrease the

volume level.

7. MENU Press 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 Line-In Jack Plug the external Line-In device here.

LCD Display

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.

Insert a Battery

1. Slide open the battery cover.

2. Insert an AAA battery and make sure the battery is inserted into the correct

alignment.

3. Slide back the battery cover.

4. Press the Play/Pause「 」button to power on MEGA STICK 527, and

then check the capacity of the battery.

Battery Status

Empty Full

5. 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 18 hours for

voice or FM radio

recording

Average 18 hours for

audio playback

Note: 1. Alkaline battery is recommended when using this Drive.

2. Make sure the battery is taken out if you are not going to use this

Drive for a long period of time.

Hold Switch

MEGA STICK 527 provides a Hold Switch, which is located on the side of

MEGA STICK 527 for preventing any miss touching while MEGA STICK

527 is recording or playing. Once the Hold Switch is slide to the lock position,

all function keys on MEGA STICK 527 will be disabled instantly.

Replacing the Changeable Panel

MEGA STICK 527 increases the interest in using this delightful MP3 player by

enabling users to edit a personal screen pattern with the editing tool that comes

with the package of MEGA STICK 527 and replace the screen pattern to the

device. Find nine screen patterns that included in the package and having fun

by choosing one to attach to the device right now!

1. Hold the MEGA STICK 527 upside down in your hand.

2. Stick your thumb nail into the chink of the transparent screen shield.

3. Push down the transparent screen shield.

4. Take off the transparent screen shield and the screen pattern.

5. Replace another screen pattern, and attach the transparent screen shield

back to its original position.

Chapter 3. Driver & Utility Installation

Connecting MEGA STICK 527 to Your Computer

1. Gently 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 527.

3. Once MEGA STICK 527 is connected to the computer, MEGA STICK

527 should be detected by the operation system automatically.

Note: If the operation system of your computer is Windows 98SE, a

hardware driver for MEGA STICK 527 will be required.

Hardware Installation for Windows 98SE

When MEGA STICK 527 is connected to a computer with Windows 98SE

operating system, the system will detect the new hardware, and ask for a 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.

Install Utilities

The supplied Driver CD includes a MEGA STICK 527 specialized driver. It is

recommended to install even if your operating system is Windows 2000 or XP.

Then, your system can recognize and fully support this device. The driver

program includes a utility for upgrading the latest firmware provided by MSI

website. Simply insert the supplied disk into the CD drive, and then follow the

on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Utilize the Utility

Once the Utility is installed, you will be able to updating the firmware or format

your MEGA STICK 527.

NOTE: THIS IS AN ADVANCED OPERATION. NORMAL USERS ARE

NOT RECOMMENDED TO PERFORM THIS OPERATION!

Firmware Updating

To update the firmware, download the latest firmware from MSI website first,

and place the downloaded firmware under [Program files -> MSI -> MS-5527]:

1. Press and hold the Play/Pause button

2. Connect MEGA STICK 527 to your computer with supplied USB cable.

3. Go to [Device Manager], find [MS-5527 USB Device] in [Disk Drive] to

check connection. If failed, you can not find it. Repeat step1 to re-connect.

4. Select [Start -> Programs -> MSI MS-5527 MEGA STICK -> MSI MS-5527

Update] to load the firmware.

5. After loading firmware, you can see an update dialog.

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