RCA X3030 User Manual

Lyra Portable

Multi-Media

Recorder

User’s Guide

X3030

(Rev 1.0)

Changing Entertainment. Again.

Important Information

WARNING

To reduce the risk of ﬁ re or electric shock, do not expose this product or AC charger to rain or

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualiﬁ ed service personnel.

moisture.

This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

FCC and Industry Canada Information

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.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la class B est conforme à la norme du NMB-003 du Canada.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modiﬁ cations to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.

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Technical Speciﬁ cation

Product: Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder Brand: RCA Model: X3030

The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects ﬁ lled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

Note: The RBRC seal on the rechargeable battery used in your Thomson product indicates that we are participating in a program to collect and recycle rechargeable batteries. For more information, go to the RBRC website at www.rbrc.org, call 1-800-8-BATTERY, or contact a local recycling center.

Product Registration

Please ﬁ ll out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed.

Product Information

Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service and attach it here. Record the serial number and model numbers — both numbers are located on the product.

Model No. _______________________________________ Serial No. ________________________________________ Purchase Date: ___________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________

Important Information

End-User License Agreement

IMPORTANT-READ CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) is a legal agreement between you and Thomson Inc. (“Thomson”) for the RCA Lyra Audio/Video Device application/driver software program and associated documentation, if any (“Program”).

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LICENSE

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THE PROGRAM IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU (AND NOT THOMSON, ITS SUPPLIERS, ITS AFFILIATES OR ITS DEALERS) ASSUME THE ENTIRE COST FOR ALL NECESSARY REPAIR OR CORRECTION.

This exclusion of warranty may not be allowed under some applicable laws. As a result, the above exclusion may not apply to you, and you may have other rights depending on the law that applies to you.

Important Information

OWNERSHIP RIGHTS

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LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

a) TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THOMSON, ITS AFFILIATES, OR ITS DEALERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, CORRUPTION OF FILES, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) REGARDLESS OF CAUSE OR FORM OF ACTION, INCLUDING CONTRACT, TORT OR NEGLIGENCE, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM, EVEN IF THOMSON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. BECAUSE SOME STATES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY OF CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

b) YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SELECTION OF THE APPROPRIATE PROGRAM TO ACHIEVE YOUR INTENDED RESULTS, AND FOR THE INSTALLATION, USE, AND RESULTS OBTAINED.

WINDOWS MEDIA

This version of the Lyra Audio/Video Device Player (“Lyra Player”) contains software licensed from Microsoft that enables you to play Windows Media Audio (WMA) ﬁ les (“WMA Software”). The WMA Software is licensed to you for use with the RCA/THOMSON Portable Audio/Video Device digital music player under the following conditions. By installing and using this version of the Lyra Player, you are agreeing to these conditions. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE CONDITIONS OF THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT, DO NOT INSTALL OR USE THIS VERSION OF THE Lyra Player.

The WMA Software is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. This protection also extends to documentation for the WMA Software, whether in written or electronic form.

GRANT OF LICENSE. The WMA Software is only licensed to you as follows:

You may use this version of the Lyra Player containing the WMA Software only with the Portable Audio/Video Device player.

You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the WMA Software, except and only to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law in spite of this limitation.

You may transfer your right to use this version of the Lyra Player only as part of a sale or transfer of your Portable Audio/Video Device player, on the condition that the recipient agrees to the conditions in this End User License Agreement. If the version of the Lyra Player that you are transferring is an upgrade, you must also transfer all prior versions of the Lyra Player that you have which include the WMA Software.

MICROSOFT IS NOT PROVIDING ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO YOU FOR THE WMA SOFTWARE, AND MICROSOFT MAKES NO REPRESENTATION CONCERNING THE OPERABILITY OF THE WMA SOFTWARE.

The WMA Software is of U.S. origin. Any export of this version of the Lyra Player must comply with all applicable international and national laws, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, that apply to the WMA Software incorporated in the Lyra Player.

Content providers are using the digital rights management technology for Windows Media contained in this device (“WM-DRM”) to protect the integrity of their content (“Secure Content”) so that their intellectual property, including copyright, in such content is not misappropriated. This device uses WM-DRM software to play Secure Content (“WM-DRM Software”). If the security of the WM-DRM Software in this device has been compromised, owners of Secure Content (“Secure Content Owners”) may request that Microsoft revoke the WM-DRM Software’s right to acquire new licenses to copy, display and/or play Secure Content. Revocation does not alter the WM-DRM Software’s ability to play unprotected content. A list of revoked WM-DRM Software is sent to your device whenever you download a license for Secure Content from the Internet or from a PC. Microsoft may, in conjunction with such license, also download revocation lists onto your device on behalf of Secure Content Owners.

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ANY THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE THAT MAY BE PROVIDED WITH THE PROGRAM IS INCLUDED FOR USE AT YOUR OPTION. IF YOU CHOOSE TO USE SUCH THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE, THEN SUCH USE SHALL BE GOVERNED BY SUCH THIRD PARTY’S LICENSE AGREEMENT, AN ELECTRONIC COPY OF WHICH WILL BE INSTALLED IN THE APPROPRIATE FOLDER ON YOUR COMPUTER UPON INSTALLATION OF THE SOFTWARE. THOMSON IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY THIRD PARTY’S SOFTWARE AND SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR YOUR USE OF THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE.

GOVERNING LAW

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GENERAL TERMS

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THE LICENSEE MAY USE THE SOFTWARE ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LICENSE AGREEMENT BELOW, AND ANY SUCH USE IS HEREBY UNDERSTOOD TO BE CONDITIONAL UPON YOUR SPECIFIC AGREEMENT TO THE UNMODIFIED LICENSE AGREEMENT. NO CONTRACT INVOLVING THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE MAY BE CREATED IN ANY OTHER MANNER (UNLESS THE LICENSEE AND ZiLOG, INC. HAVE PREVIOUSLY SIGNED A SEPARATE FORMAL WRITTEN AGREEMENT COVERING THE SOFTWARE).

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Audible.com is a registered trademark of Audible, Inc.

DivX is a registered trademark of DivXNetworks, Inc.

Yahoo! Music Engine is a trademark of Yahoo! Inc.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Before You Begin

Things to consider before you get started... .................. 3

Computer System Requirements ............................... 3

Caution While Driving ................................................ 3

Back up your data ....................................................... 3

Important Battery Information .................................. 4

Check For Updates ...................................................... 4

Unpack the box and check your parts ............................. 4

What you want to do ....................................................... 5

Overview of buttons and jacks ........................................ 6

Docking Station (Back view) ............................................ 9

Connecting the Docking Station to Your

Components .............................................................. 10

Why You Should Connect the IR Blaster ....................... 11

How to Find the Remote Sensor .............................. 11

Placing the IR Blaster ................................................ 11

Setting Up Your Lyra Portable Multi-Media Recorder .. 12

Clock .......................................................................... 12

Signal Type ................................................................ 12

Software Setup ............................................................... 13

Install software in your computer

(Windows XP and 2000 support only) ................ 13

Insert the Included CD-ROM into the

CD-ROM Drive ...................................................... 13

Updating the Lyra Software ........................................... 14

Connecting the Lyra Recorder to the Computer ........... 14

LyraDJ .............................................................................. 15

Transferring Files to Your Lyra Recorder ....................... 16

Transferring Files via Windows Media Player 10

(Windows XP only) ............................................... 16

Transfer Files via Windows Explorer

(Drag and Drop) ................................................... 17

Disconnecting Your Lyra from the Computer ............... 17

Chapter 2: The Remote Control

Button Descriptions for Lyra Mode ............................... 18

Button Descriptions for Other Components ................. 19

Find out if the remote can operate your TV ................. 20

Programming the remote to operate your TV .............. 20

Direct Entry .............................................................. 20

Automatic Code Search ........................................... 20

Programming the remote to operate other

components .............................................................. 21

Direct Entry .............................................................. 21

Automatic Code Search ........................................... 21

Using the remote to operate other components ......... 21

Know the mode ........................................................ 21

Understanding the INPUT button ............................ 22

Chapter 3: Using the Seup Menu

Setup Menu ..................................................................... 23

Display Settings Menu .............................................. 24

Record Settings Menu .............................................. 24

Audio Settings Menu ................................................ 26

Clock Settings Menu ................................................. 27

Chapter 4: Playing Files

Basic Information ............................................................ 28

Basic Screen Information .......................................... 28

Basic Operation ............................................................... 29

Adjusting the Volume ..................................................... 29

Switching the Speaker and Headphones ................29

Recording Video to Your Lyra Recorder ........................ 30

Recording from an Audio/Video Component ......... 30

Transferring Video Files to Lyra Recorder ..................... 31

Playing Video ..................................................................32

Video Options Menu ................................................ 33

Video Settings Banner .............................................. 33

Viewing Video Content on your Lyra Recorder....... 34

Recording Audio to Your Lyra Recorder ........................ 35

Recording from Your Audio Receiver ...................... 35

Audio Recordings Banner ........................................ 36

Recording from Your Computer .............................. 36

Transferring Audio Files to Your Lyra Recorder ............ 37

Transferring Predeﬁ ned Audio Playlists to

your Lyra Recorder ............................................... 37

Playing Music ..................................................................38

Music Options Menu ................................................ 38

Creating Music Playlists .................................................. 39

Playing Playlists ............................................................... 39

Music Playlist Options Menu .................................... 40

Music Playback Screen .............................................. 40

Music Settings Banner .................................................... 41

Playing Your Lyra Recorder in Your Car Stereo ............. 41

Playing Your Lyra Recorder on Your Stereo System ..... 42

Transferring Photos Files to Your Lyra Recorder ........... 43

Viewing Photos ............................................................... 43

Photo Options Menu ................................................ 44

Photo Settings Banner .............................................. 44

Creating a Photo Slideshow .................................... 45

Viewing a Photo Slideshow ...................................... 45

Photo Slideshow Settings Banner ............................ 45

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Recording Voice Labels ................................................... 46

Viewing Photos on Your TV ........................................... 46

Playing Audible Files ....................................................... 47

Audible Options Menu ............................................. 47

Audible Playback Screen .......................................... 48

Audible Settings Banner .......................................... 48

Viewing Files ................................................................... 49

Files Options Menu ......................................................... 49

Creating Folders .............................................................. 49

Options Menu Items ....................................................... 50

Using the On-Screen Keyboard ...................................... 51

Portable Hard Drive Capability ...................................... 51

High-Speed Card Reader ................................................52

Inserting and Removing Memory Cards .................. 52

Copying Files from the Memory Card to

the Lyra Recorder ................................................. 52

Copying Files from the Lyra Recorder to

the Memory Card ................................................. 52

Chapter 5: Additional Information

Tips and Troubleshooting ............................................... 53

Frequently Asked Questions .......................................... 54

USB Protocol .................................................................... 55

Remote Code List ............................................................ 54

Limited Warranty ............................................................ 59

Chapter 1: Before You Begin

Things to consider before you get started...

This user’s guide reﬂ ects features implemented in the current version of the Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder software/ﬁ rmware. Please visit www.rca.com/digitalaudiodownloads for more information about the latest software and updates available for your device. To ﬁ nd out which version of software your device is using, select Setup from the main menu, then press the down arrow button to highlight About Lyra. The software version is listed, along with free hard drive space, etc.

Computer System Requirements

• Pentium III 500 MHz or higher recommended

• Windows

• Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher

• Internet access

• 100 MB free hard disk space for the software

• 256 MB RAM (512 MB recommended)

• CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive capable of digital audio extraction

• USB port (2.0 recommended)

• Installed sound card

• 16-bit color video card

2000 with Service Pack 3, or XP

File Supported File Formats Supported Video Codec Format

Audio mp3, Windows Media ™ audio (WMA)

Photos JPEG, JPG, BMP, TIFF, GIF

Video AVI, WMV, MPG, ASF, MP4 MPEG4- SP, MPEG4-ASP, WMV simple proﬁ le, DivX 4,5

Warning

Use of this product is for your personal use only. Unauthorized recording or duplication of copyrighted material may infringe upon the rights of third parties and may be contrary to copyright laws.

Caution

• Keep product out of direct sunlight. Exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat (such as inside a parked car) may cause damage or malfunction.

• Do not expose to rain or moisture.

Caution While Driving

Use of headphones while operating an automobile or moving vehicle is not recommended and is unlawful in some states and areas. Be careful and attentive on the road. Stop operation of the unit if you ﬁ nd it disruptive or distracting while driving.

Back up your data

As with any device that has a hard drive or rotating magnetic media, you should back up the drive regularly. RCA and Thomson Inc. are not responsible for lost data.

Disclaimer: This document may describe features that are not currently implemented or available for the Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder. Please visit www.rca.com/digitalaudiodownloads for more information about the latest software and updates available for the Lyra Recorder.

Graphics contained in this publication are for representation only.

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Things to consider before you get started... (continued)

Important Battery Information

• The battery used in this device may present a risk of ﬁ re or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not separately recharge, disassemble, heat above 100ºC (212ºF), or incinerate.

• Do not attempt to open the unit. No user serviceable parts inside.

• Do not disassemble or dispose product in ﬁ re.

• Use only the speciﬁ ed chargers which were packaged with the product. Use of another charger may present a risk of ﬁ re or explosion.

• Keep charger plugged in to device for at least 30 minutes before attempting to operate device if battery is completely run down and is insufﬁ cient to power up device.

Check For Updates

Visit http://www.rca.com/digitalaudiodownloads for the latest news and ﬁ rmware upgrades for the Lyra Recorder. You must update your system after new downloads have been made in order for the new applications to be executed. Go to the website for more information.

Unpack the box and check your parts

Your Lyra Recorder came with everything you need to make music and video portable– all of the items shown below should have been packed in the box with your Lyra Recorder.

Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder model number X3030

Line out cable — connects Lyra Recorder to a component, such as a TV, with video and audio input capability.

AC power supply

Line in cable — connects Lyra Recorder to a component, such as a VCR, with video and audio output capability.

Music Management CD contains the Lyra Recorder Applications & Yahoo! Music Engine software

Mini USB cable Plug the small end into the USB port on Lyra Recorder, and plug the other end into your computer’s USB port.

Ear Buds- plug into the Headphones jack on the side of the Lyra Recorder

Car adapter.

Protective cover

Docking station — charges the Lyra Recorder and allows connection to a TV or other video source.

Remote control Battery pack IR blaster USB adapter

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What you want to do Go to page...

The items below are four main features of the Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder.

If you’re a ﬁ rst time Lyra user

Install software .........................................................................................................................13

Recording video ...............................................................................................................................30

Transferring video ............................................................................................................................ 31

Playing video ....................................................................................................................................32

Recording audio ...............................................................................................................................35

Transferring audio ﬁ les .....................................................................................................................37

Playing music ................................................................................................................................... 38

Transferring photo ﬁ les .....................................................................................................................43

Viewing photo ﬁ les........................................................................................................................... 43

Playing audio books .........................................................................................................................47

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Overview of buttons and jacks

The following pages explain what each button does — some of the buttons have more than one function depending upon whether or not you’re playing music, videos, or viewing photos.

Front View

1. Remote control sensor

2. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen – This is where the Lyra’s user interface and multimedia content appear.

Left arrow button – Moves highlight left. When you’re playing a ﬁ le, press and release to skip back to the previous

ﬁ le (press and hold to scan backwards in the audio or video ﬁ le that’s playing).

4. Up arrow button – Moves highlight up.

5. Touchpad – Quickly navigates the menus. Slide your ﬁ nger clockwise or counterclockwise.

6. Right arrow button – Moves highlight right. When you’re playing a ﬁ le, press and release to skip forward to the

next ﬁ le (press and hold to scan forward in the audio or video ﬁ le that’s playing).

7. SELECT button– When using the Lyra Recorder menu, selects a highlighted item. Also displays the Options menu

while playing for advanced features. The button on the remote that corresponds to the SELECT button is the OK button.

8. Down arrow button – Moves highlight down.

9. Speaker

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Stand

STAND RELEASE button

Microphone RECORD

RECORD ON/OFF BACK

button

ON/OFF button (also used for STOP)

BACK button

Top View

Stand– Flip the stand out to place the Lyra Recorder upright on a surface.

STAND RELEASE button – Press to release the stand from the left side of the Lyra. MIC (internal microphone) RECORD button – Displays the Recording Mode options menu.

ON/OFF button – Turns on your Lyra Recorder. To turn off the Lyra Recorder, press and hold ON/OFF until the shut down

message appears. To stop playing ﬁ les, press the button once.

BACK button – Press to return to the previous menu. Also used when recording to return to the Options menu banner.

PHONES/ LINE IN/ OUT jack

LINE IN indicator

PHONES LINE IN/OUT

DC IN indicator

DC IN

PUSH

SD CARD

DC IN jack

SD/MMC memory card port

Right Side View

PHONES and LINE IN/OUT jack – Insert the supplied ear buds to hear sound. Attach the line in or line out cable

here when you’re connecting the Lyra Recorder to an audio/video component, such as a stereo receiver, TV, VCR, or camcorder.

LINE IN indicator – Indicates when the Lyra is connected to a video source when recording.

DC IN jack and indicator – Plug in the AC power adapter here. When you plug in the AC adapter, the Lyra Recorder’s

battery automatically starts charging. The indicator lights up next to the jack to let you know the power is connected.

SD/MMC memory card port – Insert an SD/MMC memory card to copy ﬁ les to your Lyra Recorder. When connected

to a computer, the card port functions as a high-speed card reader.

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Reset button

Docking connection

USB jack

Bottom View

Reset button – If your Lyra Recorder appears to be locked up, press the Reset button (the unit will be reset).

Docking connection – This is where the Lyra connects to the docking station.

USB jack – Attach the small end (Type mini-B) on the USB cable here. Attach the large end (Type A) to your computer.

Mode switch

NORMAL CONTROLS HOLD TV OUT

Battery cover

Back View

Mode switch

NORMAL – Slide the switch to the NORMAL position for normal operation (button lock off).

CONTROLS HOLD – Locks the Lyra’s buttons. Slide the switch to the CONTROLS HOLD (button lock on)

position (the

TV OUT – If you’ve connected a cable to the LINE OUT jack, slide the switch to TV OUT to display the Lyra’s

content on your TV.

Battery cover

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icon appears in the display to remind you that you’ve locked the buttons).

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LINE OUT jack

LINE IN jack

DC IN jack

IRDC ININOUT LINE

USB

jack

Docking Station (Back view)

LINE OUT jack – Attach the line out cable here when you’re connecting the Lyra Recorder to an audio/video input component, such as a stereo receiver, TV, VCR, set-top box, or camcorder.

LINE IN jack – Attach the line in cable here when you’re connecting the Lyra Recorder to an audio/video output component, such as a stereo receiver, TV, VCR, or camcorder.

DC IN jack – Plug in the AC power adapter here. When you plug in the AC adapter, the Lyra Recorder’s battery automatically starts charging.

IR jack – Attach the IR blaster here in order to control your VCR, cable box, satellite receiver, etc. for timer recordings.

USB jack –Attaches to your computer or other USB host device. Attach the small end plug (Type mini-B) on the USB cable. Attach the large end (Type A) to your computer.

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Connecting the Docking Station to Your Components

The docking station is a convenient way to connect your components (TV, set-top box, and other video sources) for easier recording and playing of ﬁ les.

1. Connect the Docking Station to the TV

Connect the stereo mini plug of the included audio/video cable to the LINE OUT jack on the back of the docking station. Connect the 3 plugs on

the end of the cable to the AUDIO R and L input jacks on the back of the TV (color coded, red and white), and to the VIDEO jack (yellow).

2. Connect the Docking Station to the Set-top Box

Connect the stereo mini plug of the included audio/video cable to the LINE IN jack on the back of the docking station. Connect the 3 plugs on the

end of the cable to the AUDIO R and L output jacks on the back of the set-top box (color coded, red and white), and to the VIDEO jack (yellow).

3. Connect the Docking Station to the Computer

Connect the mini USB plug of the included USB adapter to the USB jack on the back of the docking station. Connect the other end of the adapter to

a USB cable, then connect that cable to an available USB jack on your computer.

4. Plug the power cord into the docking station DC IN jack and into an AC outlet.

VIDEO

AUDIO

L/MONO

OUT

S-VIDEO

CABLE/ ANTENNA

SET-TOP BOX/ VCR/ or other AV sources

Ethernet

AC POWER

VIDEO LEFT

AUDIO

RIGHTS-VIDEO

AUDIO

RIGHTS-VIDEO

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

USB 2.0

IRDC ININOUT LINE

Note: For advanced recording connections, remember to always connect the output jacks on the component you want to record from, to the LINE IN jack on the docking station.

COMPUTER

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Why You Should Connect the IR Blaster

The supplied IR blaster cable allows your Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder to control your cable box, satellite receiver, VCR, or other AV sources for timer recordings.

How to Find the Remote Sensor

You have to place the IR blaster in front of the remote sensor on the VCR, satellite receiveer, or cable box (see diagram below). Some cable components have the remote sensor labeled on the unit. If the remote sensor isn’t labeled, you need to use the remote control that came with the VCR, satellite receiver, or cable box to locate the sensor.

1. Turn off the VCR, satellite receiver, or cable box.

2. Hold the remote control (not the one that came with your Lyra Recorder, but the one that came with the component you’re attaching the IR blaster to) so that it is touching the front of the device.

3. Slowly move the remote control across the front of the component while you continually press the power button. You must press and release the power button each time you move the remote (holding down the button won’t work).

4. When the component turns on, you’ve located the remote sensor.

IR blaster cable

VCR

CABLE BOX

CHANNEL

Placing the IR Blaster

Place the IR blaster in front of the remote sensor on your VCR, satellite receiver, or cable box approximately one inch away from the remote sensor (see below).

IRDC ININOUT LINE

LYRA DOCKING STATION (back view)

Connect to IR jack on the back of the docking station

VCR

SENSOR

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Setting Up Your Lyra Portable Multi-Media Recorder

There are a few things you’ll want to set up the ﬁ rst time you use your Lyra Recorder, including setting the clock and the type of signal you want to use if you are connecting the unit to an external TV.

Clock

1. From the main menu, press the arrow buttons to highlight Setup. Press SELECT or

the right arrow button to enter the Setup menu.

2. Use the arrow buttons or touchpad to highlight Clock, and press the right arrow or

SELECT to enter the Clock menu.

3. Press the right arrow or SELECT to highlight the month setting, then press the up or down arrow to select the current month. Press the right arrow to highlight the day, then press the up or down arrow to select the current day. Follow the same procedure to set the year.

4. Return to the other Clock menu options by pressing the left arrow several times. Then use the up or down arrow to highlight the desired setting.

5. To set the hour format and time, follow the same procedure as above.

6. When ﬁ nished, press the left arrow button to return to the previous menu.

Note: For more advanced time settings, including setting the sleep and alarm timers, see the Clock Settings Menu section in Chapter 3.

Signal Type

If you want to connect the Lyra Recorder to an external TV, you may have to set the signal type (NTSC or PAL). NTSC (National Television Standards Committee) is the North American standard, while PAL (Phase Alternation by Line) is used in some European countries and elsewhere.

1. From the main menu, press the arrow buttons to highlight Setup. Press SELECT to enter the Setup menu.

2. Display should already be highlighted, so press the right arrow to enter the Display menu.

3. Use the arrow buttons or touchpad to highlight TV Standard, and press the right arrow to enter the TV Standard menu.

4. Use the arrow buttons or touchpad to change the desired settings (NTSC or PAL).

5. When ﬁ nished, press the left arrow button to return to the previous menu.

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Software Setup

Install software in your computer (Windows XP and 2000 support only)

The Audio/Video Management CD that came with your Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder contains all of the necessary software components you need to make your Lyra Recorder work properly. These components do the following:

• view the User’s Guide and documentation for the Lyra

• enable you to transfer ﬁ les from your computer to your Lyra

• use the Yahoo! Music Engine™ software to organize your music collection and transfer the music to your Lyra Recorder

The Yahoo! Music Engine software compresses audio ﬁ les (from music CDs) to mp3 or many other popular formats so you can play them on your Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder. The Yahoo! Music Engine software also enables you to download ﬁ les from the internet that are already compressed and then transfer those ﬁ les to your Lyra Recorder (or play the music on your computer).

Insert the Included CD-ROM into the CD-ROM Drive

1. Turn on your computer and place the Audio/Video Management CD that came with your Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder into your computer.

IMPORTANT: Windows 2000 users must have Service Pack 3 or later installed in order for proper device operation.

2. If the setup screen does not appear, double click My Computer, double click your CD-ROM drive icon, and double click Install to run the installer.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install all necessary ﬁ les, including any additional software and services.

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Updating the Lyra Software

You can upgrade your Lyra Recorder by downloading the latest ﬁ rmware from http://www.rca.com/digitalaudiodownloads.

To see what software version is currently on your Lyra Recorder, go to the About Lyra menu in the Setup menu. Go to page 23 for more details.

After you have downloaded the latest ﬁ rmware, follow the steps on the website to update your Lyra.

Connecting the Lyra Recorder to the Computer

Important: In order to transfer secure music ﬁ les using Windows XP to your Lyra Recorder, you must set the USB Protocol setting to MTP in the Setup menu before connecting your Lyra. The Lyra Recorder doesn’t support copy-protected content if you are using Windows 2000. See page 23. Also, see page 55 for more information on USB protocols.

Connect the Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder to your computer with the mini USB cable provided. Turn on the unit by pressing the ON/OFF button. The Lyra Recorder will appear as a Removable Disk drive letter in My Computer (Windows Explorer).

USB PORT

COMPUTER

DIGITA L

If an SD/MMC memory card is properly inserted, an additional drive letter may also be accessed as a Removable Disk drive letter through Windows Explorer. The Lyra Recorder also functions as a high-speed SD/MMC card reader.

For information on disconnecting the USB cable, go to the end of this chapter.

Notes: It might take several seconds for the Lyra Recorder to be detected, especially in Windows 2000. Click Refresh in My Computer or Explorer to make sure the device has been detected.

The Lyra Recorder can transfer ﬁ les at a high-speed mode of USB 2.0. This is up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. If USB 2.0 port is available on your computer, use it to connect to your Lyra Recorder. The Lyra Recorder is still backward compatible with the older USB 1.1 ports; however, you won’t be able to take full advantage of the potential speed increase.

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LyraDJ

LyraDJ is software that can easily generate playlists for you, after analyzing the acoustic characteristics of your songs, the software will create sets of related content that you can listen to and enjoy.

Important Note:

1. LyraDJ will only work with mp3 ﬁ les.

2. LyraDJ will only work with ﬁ les that are on the Lyra Recorder.

3. LyraDJ will only work on ﬁ les in a folder called Music.

4. LyraDJ will only work in MSC (Mass Storage Class) USB protocol mode. The Lyra Recorder’s default is set to MTP, so you’ll need to change the setting if you want to use LyraDJ. In the Setup menu, select USB Protocol and change the setting to MSC. See page 23. Also, see page 55 for more information on USB protocols.

Multiple level sub folders under the Music folder are allowed and recommended for optimum device performance and ease of ﬁ nding

content. For example D:\Music\Artist1\Album1\Song1.mp3

1. Start LyraDJ.

2. The software will ask you to connect the Lyra Recorder to the computer via USB cable.

3. Click Analyze to start analyzing songs in the Lyra Recorder.

4. Make sure the Lyra Recorder has at least 64 songs or else the software will not be able to generate a playlist.

5. When the analysis is completed, the software will create playlists (the number of playlists created will vary, depending on the total number of songs stored in the Lyra Recorder), you can save these playlists into the Lyra Recorder.

6. For more information about Lyra DJ, click Help at the top right corner.

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