Samsung YP-T8 User Manual

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Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) www.samsung.com

AH68-01775L

Features

MP3, WMA, AudioeASFWMAand

Ogg Playback

Your player supports playback of MP3, WMA,Secure WMA, Audio ASF and Ogg.

OGG is a new audio compression format that is free, open and unpatented. For more info, see www.vorbis.com

ASF is a file format used in Windows Media player.

This player can also play back ASF audio.

USB Host Function Support

Connect external devices such as digital cameras and MP3 player directly to the unit for easy transfer of music, images and other data files without the need for a PC.

Video Playback

You can view video files after downloading using the Multimedia Studio.

Text and Image Viewer

The player can be used as a text and image viewer to view saved e-books or pictures.

Direct MP3 Recording

You can convert music from CDs, cassettes, and radio into MP3 files without a PC.

Features

USB 2.0 High Speed Data Transfer

Maximum data speed transfer of 120 Mbps

DNSe Surround Sound

The 3D surround feature adds spaciousness to the sound.

1.8-inch Color TFT LCD

You can enjoy high-quality image & video files.

Various Games Support

You can enjoy various games such as Dart and Hurdles by using the 3-axis sensor.

Built-in Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

The built-in rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 20 hours of music.Time may vary depending on usage pattern.

Upgradable

You can upgrade the built-in programs when available.

Please check our home page (www.samsung.com) for upgrades.

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Contents

 

I Chapter 1 Preparations

 

Features ..................................................

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Safety Instructions ..................................

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Battery Charger Safety ..........................

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Charging the Battery ..............................

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Components ..........................................

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Location of Controls ..............................

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Display ..................................................

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I Chapter 2 Connection to Computer

Connecting the player to your PC ..........

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● Installing Software ................................

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● Connecting the player to your PC with the

 

USB cable ..........................................

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Manual Installation of the USB Driver ....

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● If an error occurs during installation of the

 

USB driver ..........................................

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Using the Player as a Removable Disk..19

● Downloading Files ................................

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● Disconnecting the USB Cable ................

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Installing Media Studio ..........................

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Using Media Studio................................

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● Downloading Music Files........................

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● Sending Playlist ....................................

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● Formatting the Player ............................

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● Ripping Tracks from an Audio CD ............

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● Creating a Folder ..................................

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● Deleting Files ......................................

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To View Help on Media Studio ..............

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Installing Multimedia Studio ..................

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Using Multimedia Studio .......................

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● Editing Images ....................................

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● Sending images....................................

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● Sending Videos ....................................

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● Capturing Video....................................

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To View Help on Multimedia Studio .......

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I Chapter 3 Using Your Player

 

Playing Music .......................................

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● Turning Power On and Off......................

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● Playing Music.......................................

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● Pausing Music......................................

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● Adjusting the Volume.............................

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● Hold Function.......................................

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Searching for Music/Voice Files.............

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● To search for specific parts during play .....

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● To change tracks during play ..................

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● To change tracks when stopped/paused ...

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Loop Repeating......................................

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● Starting Point .......................................

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● Ending Point ........................................

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Recording Voice.....................................

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Recording MP3s ....................................

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Setting Main Functions in Music Mode ..

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● Bookmark ............................................

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● Playlist ................................................

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● Play Mode ...........................................

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● DNSe..................................................

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● NAVI Button Mode ................................

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MENU Options .......................................

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Using Navigation....................................

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Setting Playlist .......................................

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● Setting Playlist......................................

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● Playing Playlist ...........................................

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Listening to FM Radio ............................

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● Switching to FM Radio Mode ..................

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● Search for a Frequency ..............................

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Recording FM .......................................

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Setting Main Functions in FM Mode ......

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● Add to Preset..............................................

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● Auto Preset.................................................

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● Searching Preset ........................................

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● Delete Preset..............................................

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● FM Region ..................................................

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● FM Search Level ........................................

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● Timer FM Rec.............................................

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Viewing a Text .......................................

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Setting Main Functions in Text Mode.....

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● Setting a Bookmark ....................................

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● Bookmark ...................................................

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● Text Viewer Color .......................................

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Viewing an Image ..................................

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Viewing a Video .....................................

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Playing a Game .....................................

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● Hurdle Game ..............................................

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● Hextris ........................................................

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● Pipe Plus ....................................................

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● Dart.............................................................

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Using USB Host .....................................

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● Connecting an External Device ..................

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● Transferring Files from an External Device

 

to the Player ...............................................

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● Deleting Files in an External Device...........

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● Transferring Files from the Player to an

 

External Device ..........................................

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● Deleting Files in the Player.........................

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● YP-T8 USB HOST Compafible...................

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Setting the Advanced Functions.............

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Selecting the Play mode.........................

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● Play Mode...................................................

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Setting Sound Effect...............................

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● DNSe ..........................................................

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● 3D-User Set................................................

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● 3D-User Set................................................

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● Street Mode ................................................

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● User EQ Set ...............................................

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● Play Speed .................................................

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● Search Speed.............................................

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● Intro Time ...................................................

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Contents

Record Settings ......................................

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● Bit Rate.......................................................

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● Auto Sync ...................................................

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Time/Alarm Settings ...............................

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● Date/Time Set.............................................

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● Alarm Set....................................................

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● Sleep ..........................................................

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Display Settings......................................

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● Scroll Speed ...............................................

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● Text Viewer Color .......................................

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● Backlight Time ............................................

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● Clock Screen Saver....................................

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Language Setting ..................................

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● Language....................................................

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System Settings......................................

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● Deleting a File.............................................

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● Auto Power Off ...........................................

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● Resume ......................................................

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● Beep ..........................................................

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● Default set ..................................................

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● Format ........................................................

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Viewing System Information ...................

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● About ..........................................................

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To Upgrade Firmware.............................

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I Chapter 4 Additional Features

 

MENU Table ...........................................

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I Chapter 5 Customer Support

 

Troubleshooting......................................

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

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Safety Information ..................................

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Warranty .................................................

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Safety Instructions

Please read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and damage to the device

Do not expose to extreme temperatures (above 95°F or below 23°F). Do not expose to moisture.

Do not let any foreign matter spill into the device.

Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners.

Do not expose to direct sunlight or heat sources.

Do not try to disassemble and repair the device yourself.

Do not subject the unit to severe impact

Do not place heavy objects on the device.

Be careful not to subject the player to excessive pressure when wearing it round your neck.

Do not touch the charger with wet hands.

Do not store in dusty areas.

Please be aware that we claim no responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair or other causes.

Safety Instructions

I Earphones

Follow Traffic Safety Instructions

Do not use the earphones while driving an automobile or riding a bicycle. It’s not only dangerous, but also against the law.

To avoid an accident, do not turn up the volume of the earphones too high while walking.

Protect your ears

Do not turn up the volume too high. Doctors warn against prolonged exposure to high volume.

Stop using the device or turn the volume down if you have ringing in your ears.

Take care so that the earphone cable is not caught by your arm or other objects while walking or exercising.

I Ambient operating conditions

Ambient temperature : 5°C ~ 35°C (41°F ~ 95°F)

Humidity : 10 ~ 75%

I Environmental Information

Follow local guidelines for waste disposal when discarding packages, batteries, and old electronic appliances.

Your player is packaged with cardboard, polyethylene etc., and does not use any unnecessary materials.

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Battery Charger Safety

CAUTION

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Opening the case may result in electric shock.

The uninsulated parts inside the charger may cause electric shock. Please do not open the charger case for your safety.

!Read the user manual to prevent problems while using the charger.

Warning

-Use the charger away from water sources to avoid fire or electric shock.

-To avoid electric shock, use the charger only with a power outlet that matches the shape of the converter's plug.

-Make sure that the charger's plug is inserted all the way into the outlet.

Charging the Battery

The charger is supplied with your player.

Plug the charger into a wall outlet.

When recharging is complete,

“Fully Charged!” will be displayed on the screen.

The player can also be charged at low speed using the power supplied from PC through the USB cable.

Battery recharge time from the charger is approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Caution

-To avoid the risk of fire, do not charge longer than 12 hours.

-Do not plug several devices into the same outlet.

-Do not use a charger that is defective.

-When using the rechargeable battery for the first time or after several months of non-use, fully charge it first.

-Overcharging will reduce the battery life.

-The rechargeable battery is a consumable item and its capacity will decrease gradually.

-Do not let metallic objects, such as necklaces or coins, come into contact with the terminals

-in rechargeable battery.

A fire or electric shock may result.

- Do not touch the charger with wet hands.

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Components

Earphones Neck Strap

 

 

USB Host

Line-In Cable

USB Cable

Adapter

AH30-00069D AH61-02031A,B

AH39-00488B

AH39-00731A

AH39-00786A

Player

 

Carrying Case

Charger

Installation CD

User Manual

 

AH61-02033A

AH39-00732A

AH80-00105E

AH68-01775L

 

 

 

 

 

Model

YP-T8V

YP-T8X

YP-T8Z

YP-T8Q

 

 

 

 

 

Built-in memory

256MB

512MB

1GB

2GB

 

 

 

 

 

The capacity of the useable built-in memory is less than indicated as the internal firmware uses a part of the memory as well.

The accessories' design is subject to change for the purpose of improvement, without notice.

ENC Jack

Record button

HOLD switch

MIC

Location of Controls

Earphone Jack

Neck strap Hook

Display

MENU button

Power On/Off

Play/Pause button

Move to Track

Speed Search button

Navigation/Volume

Control button

RESET Hole

USB Cable Connection Port

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Location of Controls

I Display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM recording timer Indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EQ/DNSe Indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alarm setting Indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Play/Stop/Pause Indicator

 

 

 

 

 

FM

 

 

 

 

Battery remaining indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Play Mode Indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Track number indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Artist display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Album display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Track display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Volume Indicator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elapsed Track Time

 

 

 

 

NAVI

 

 

 

 

Remaining Time

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Connecting the player to your PC

For Windows 98SE or ME, install the USB driver prior to connecting the player to PC. Windows 2000 and XP do not require any driver installation.

System Requirements.

 

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The PC system must meet the following specifications:

 

● Pentium 200MHz or greater

● CD-ROM drive(double speed or greater)

 

Windows 98 SE/ME/2000/XP

● USB port (2.0) supported

 

● 50MB of available hard disk space

● DirectX 9.0 or above.

 

I Installing Software

1 Insert the Installation CD into CD-ROM drive.

Select [Install Win98 USB Driver].

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Connecting the player to your PC

2 Follow the instructions in the window to complete the installation.

When software installation is completed, connect the player to PC as shown in the next page.

Connecting the player to your PC

I Connecting the player to your PC with the USB cable

1 Connect

 

2 Connect

port on

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initializing

 

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appear

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USB Cable

Player

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Connecting the player to your PC

How to check if USB driver is properly installed

Windows 98SE/ME:

Control Panel System Device Manager Disk Drives Samsung YP-T8

Windows 2000/XP:

Control Panel System Hardware Device Manager Disk Drives

Samsung YP-T8 USB Device

- A USB driver is a file that lets your PC communicate with the MP3 player.

5 When USB driver is not installed automatically, refer to next page.

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Manual Installation of the USB Driver

If the driver does not install automatically, follow the instructions below to install

 

the USB driver manually.

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I If an error occurs during installation of the USB driver

 

 

1 Check the device manager.

 

Windows 98SE:

 

Control Panel System Device Manager

2 Check to see if there is a device marked with an exclamation or question mark (displayed as unknown device or USB device).

3 Double-click a device marked with an exclamation or question mark.

4 Select the Driver tab and click [Update Driver].

- The installation method may vary depending on the type of PC or operating system. Contact your PC dealer or service center for installation information.

-If errors occur continuously when you install

the USB driver, reconnect the USB cable after rebooting your system.

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Manual Installation of the USB Driver

Follow the instructions below to install the USB driver manually.

USB driver location [CD-ROM]\Win98USB\Drivers

Using the Player as a Removable Disk

When the MP3 player is connected to your PC, the PC will see it as a removable disc. Music and other files can then be dragged and dropped into the removable disc for playback on the MP3 player.

I Downloading Files

1 Connect the player to your PC with the supplied USB cable.

2 Right click on the Start button, then choose Explore to Open Windows Explorer on PC.

● [Removable Disk] is displayed in Windows Explorer.

3 Select the file to save and drag-and-drop it into the desired folder.

Drag & drop music files into MUSIC folder, text files into TEXT folder, image files

into PHOTO folder and svi files into VIDEO folder.

The player only supports video files

which have a .svi extension.

To view video files on other formats, convert the files using Multimedia Studio and then transfer the converted files into the player.

-Disconnecting the USB cable during file download may cause malfunction of the player.

-The music file order displayed in Windows Explorer may differ from the play order on your player.

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Using the Player as a Removable Disk

I Disconnecting USB Cable

After completing file transfer, you

1 Double click the green located at the bottom right

2 Select the USB device and Hardware Device] screen disconnect the USB cable

-If you disconnect the USB cable improperly, the files on the device may be damaged and will not play.

Installing Media Studio

Media Studio is the program that enables you to download music files to the player, and play back music files on your PC.

1 Insert the Installation CD into CD-ROM drive.

Select [Install Samsung Media Studio].

2 Select language.

- Log into your PC as an administrator (Main User) and install the supplied software

(Media / Multimedia Studio) for Windows 2000 and XP. Otherwise, the software may not install properly.

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Installing Media Studio

3 Follow the instruction in the window to complete the installation.

● Samsung Media Studio icon will be created on the desktop.

Using Media Studio

● Click Media Studio icon from the Desktop.

I Downloading Music Files

1 Connect the player to PC.

A device connection window will appear on the right side of the screen.

Select [Device] → [Connect Device] at the top of the screen if device connection window does not automatically appear.

2 Select the folder with the file(s) you want to transfer from the [Library] window.

● The music files within the folder appear on the center of the screen.

Library window

Device connection window

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Using Media Studio

3 When music files appear, select the file(s) you want to transfer, and then press the [Transfer] button.

● The selected file(s) are transferred to the player.

- Refer to [Help] for more detailed information.

Using Media Studio

I Sending Playlist

1 Connect the player to PC.

2 Press the [File] [Add Playlist] at the top of the screen.

● Enter the name of Playlist folder when input screen appears.

3 Select the folder with the file(s) you want to transfer from the [Library] window.

● The music files within the folder appear on the center of the screen.

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Using Media Studio

4 Drag & drop the desired files into the created Playlist.

5 Press the [Transmit] button in the Playlist window after selecting the Playlist.

Files within the Playlist are transferred to the player. Press the MENU button briefly in the MUSIC mode and select [Playlist] to view the transmitted Playlist.

- A new Playlist is created when [Add] button on the Playlist window is pressed.

A selected Playlist is deleted when [Delete]

button is pressed.

- Refer to [Help] for more detailed information

 

Using Media Studio

Formatting deletes all files on the MP3 player so maximum memory is available for new file storage. It saves you the trouble of deleting unwanted files one at a time.

I Formatting the Player

1 Connect the player to PC.

2 Press the [Device] → [Format] at the top ofthe screen.

3 Press the [Start] button when the Format screen appears.

● The memory of the player is formatted and all the saved files will be deleted.

- Refer to [Help] for more detailed information

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Using Media Studio

I Ripping Tracks from an Audio CD

1 Insert your CD including tracks to rip into the CD-ROM drive of your PC.

2 Press the [Search Audio CD]

button on the lower part of the screen.

The tracks on the CD are displayed.

3 Select tracks to be ripped and press the [Rip a CD]

button.

The selected file is converted into an MP3 file.

Select [Tools][Audio Source Format Conversion Settings] on the top of the screen to change rip settings.

Change

format

Save path

- Refer to [Help] for more detailed information.

Using Media Studio

I Creating a Folder

1 Connect the player to the computer.

2 Press the [Create Folder] button at the bottom of device connection window.

3 Enter the name of the new folder when an input screen appears.

A new folder is created.

If you open a new folder and transfer a file, the file is transferred to the newly created folder.

- Refer to [Help] for more detailed information.

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