Samsung YP-K3JQR/XAA, YP-K3JQG/XAA, YP-K3JQB/XAA User Manual

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YP-K3J
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For Your Safety

Read this manual carefully to ensure proper use of the player and to avoid any danger or physical damage.
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WARNING
Improper use can result in explosion, fire or electric shock.
To avoid your hearing damage
Do not disassemble, repair or modify this player on your own.
Do not get the player wet or drop it in water.
If the player gets wet, do not switch it on. Contact a Service Center.
Do not place the player in damp, dusty or sooty areas, as it could result in fire or electric shock.
Avoid using your player at high volume levels, as it may result in permanent hearing damage. If you experience ringing in your ears while using the earphone, remove the earphone immediately and lower the volume.
To avoid a risk of traffic accident
Do not use the earphones while you are driving a bicycle, automobile or motorcycle.
It can cause a serious accident and furthermore, is prohibited by law in some areas. Using the earphones while walking, in particular, on a crosswalk, can lead to a serious accident.
Take care not to tangle the earphone cable around your arms or neighboring objects while driving, working out or walking, as it could result in a car accident or other injuries.
Do not leave the player in areas above 35°C(95°F) (such as a sauna or inside a parked car).
During hot weather, the temperature inside a car may rise up to 80°C(176°F).
Failing to heed the player instructions may cause serious injury.
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CAUTION
Product Use
Management of Important Data
Avoid malfunction
Be sure to back up important data.
Please be aware that we claim no responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair or other causes.
Avoid malfunction
Failure to follow all instructions lead to physical injuries or damage to the player.
Do not cause excessive impact on the player by dropping it. Do not place heavy objects on top of the player.
Prevent any foreign particles or dust from entering into the player.
Always use the accessories provided by or approved by Samsung.
Do not spray water on the player. Never clean the player with chemical substances such as benzene or thinner, as it may cause fire, electric shock or deteriorate the surface.
Do not place the player near magnetic objects, as it may cause a malfunction.
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Basic Information .......................................6
Components...............................................6
Screen Display Information........................9
Button Functions......................................10
Charging the battery ................................12
Basic Use.................................................13

Contents

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Chapter 1. Preparation
Chapter 2.
Loading Your Desired File
Loading Your Desired File ......................16
Installing Samsung Media Studio ............16
Connecting to your PC.............................17
Adding Files/Folders in
Samsung Media Studio............................18
Transferring Files to the Player with
Samsung Media Studio............................20
Chapter 3. Multimedia function
Listening to Music ....................................22
Listening to Music....................................22
Creating a Playlist Using
Samsung Media Studio............................26
To Play a Playlist......................................28
Using the Music Option Menu..................29
Photo Viewing ...........................................31
Photo Viewing..........................................31
Using the Photo Option Menu..................32
Listening to FM Radio .............................33
Listening to FM Radio..............................33
Setting FM Presets ..................................36
To Delete Presets.....................................38
Setting FM Radio.....................................39
For Your Safety ..........................................2
Contents .......................................................4
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Chapter 4. Setting
Settings.......................................................40
Setting Display.........................................40
Setting Time ............................................42
Setting Language.....................................44
Setting the System ..................................45
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
To Upgrade Firmware..............................47
Troubleshooting........................................49
Chapter 6. Appendix
Menu Tree...................................................51
Product Specifications............................52
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Components

Basic Information
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Checking the Accessories
Player Earphones USB Cable
Installation CD
AH30-00087D(black) AH39-00899A AH80-00139D
Design of accessories is subject to change for the purpose of improvement, without notice.
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Components
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Front, Right Side
Power & Hold Switch
Screen Display
Back Button
Play/Pause & Select Button
Menu Button
Button
All buttons are 'Light-touch' buttons.
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Bottom/Rear
USB Connection Port
Earphone Jack
Reset Hole
Components (Continued)
Basic Information
[Rear]
[Bottom]
Earphone Connection
Bottom
Earphones
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Components/Screen Display Information
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Screen Display Information

Basic Information
NOTE
The screen pictures are for illustration purposes only. The actual screen may differ.
Music
Normal
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2
3 4
5
6 7
8 9
1 Play Mode Display 2 Graphic Equalizer 3 Music Information 4 Play Status Bar 5 Current Music Number/
Total Number Display
6 Sound Effect Display 7 Battery Status Display 8 Play Time Display 9 Play/Pause Display
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Button Functions

Basic Information
Slide and hold in the opposite direction of the arrow to turn the power on/off.
Slide in the arrow direction to lock the buttons.
Moving up, down, left and right and Function Selection.
Tap to move up or down by one selection. Tap to move left or right by one selection. Press and hold to move up or down continuously.
Short tap to select the play/pause and function, move to the
next screen.
Search for a track and control volume while listening to music.
Press and hold to scan to a point on the current track. Tap to move to the previous track or to play the current track
from the start.
Press and hold to scan to a point on the current track. Tap to move to the next track. Tap to reduce/increase the volume.
Press and hold to move to the main menu.
Short tap to move to the previous screen.
Buttons Functions and Use
Tap to display the option menu.
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Button Functions
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CAUTION
Do not use any sharp object other than your fingers to operate the touch screen.
Otherwise, touch screen may be damaged.
Do not tap on the touch screen if your fingers are not clean.
Do not tap on the touch screen with gloves on.
Tap on touch screen with your
fingertip.
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Charging the battery

Fully charge the rechargeable battery before using the player for the first time or when it has not been used for a while.
Basic Information
1
Connect the USB cable to the USB port ( ) on your PC.
2
Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB Connection Port on the bottom of the player.
When connected with the USB cable, it takes
about 4 hours for the player to fully charge although this may vary depending on your PC environment.
Battery Use
Recharge and store within the temperature range
of 5°C~35°C(40°F~95°F).
Do not overcharge (longer than 12 hours).
Excessive charging or discharging may shorten the battery’s life.
Battery life naturally shortens slowly over time.
If you are charging the player while it is connected to your Notebook, make sure the Notebook's
battery is also fully charged.
NOTE
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Charging the battery/Basic Use
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Basic Use

Basic Information
Turning the Power On & Off
Turning the Power On
Slide and hold the [HOLD√]
switch in the opposite direction
of the arrow.
Power is turned on.
Turning the Power Off
Slide and hold the [HOLD√]
switch in the opposite direction
of the arrow again.
Power is turned off.
Power is automatically turned off when none of the buttons have been tapped for a preset
period of time
(Default: 1 minute)
in the pause mode.
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NOTE
NOTE
Tap [
]
to move to the previous screen.
Press and hold
[]
to move to the main menu screen.
Playing Music
1
Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Music> and then tap [ ].
The Music Menu will appear.
3
Use [
]
and [ ] t o select a music file of your choice.
4
Tap [ ].
The music file will begin playing.
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Volume Control
Lock Function
Tap [ ].
You will see a volume control icon.
Tap [
]
to increase the volume or []to decrease it.
In Hold mode, all buttons are disabled. This function is useful when you are walking or jogging.
1
Slide the [
HOLD√]
switch
in the direction of the arrow.
2
Slide the [
HOLD√]
switch
in the opposite direction of the
arrow to release the Lock function.
Basic Use (Continued)
Basic Information
Normal
1.Life is cool
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Normal
1.Life is cool
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If a player malfunction occurs, you can re-initialize the system by pressing the Reset hole.
Press the Reset hole at the rear of the player with a pointed object such as a safety clip.
The system will be initialized.
Your settings and files will not be affected.
Reset Function
Reset hole
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Before you start!
Insert the installation CD provided with the player into the CD-ROM drive.
2
Click <NEXT>.
Media Studio installation starts.
An icon is created on the desktop after
installation is complete and Media Studio starts.
Welcome to Best Buy Digital Music Store installation
You are about to install Best Buy Digital Music Store, the premier music jukebox service. Best Buy Digital Music Store is a fully featured music jukebox that also gives you access to award-winning music subscription services. Best Buy Digital Music Store puts the world of music at your fingertips!
Choose a service below and get your first 30 days on us:
1
Click <Install now>.

Installing Samsung Media Studio

Use Media Studio to transfer music files from your PC to the player.
Loading Your Desired File
If Media Studio is not installed automatically
Install the program on a PC running Windows XPafter logging on with an Administrator account.
Please refer to your PC's user manual to see how to do this.
CAUTION
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Installing Samsung Media Studio/

Connecting to your PC

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Connecting to your PC
Loading Your Desired File
Before you start!
Use the USB Cable provided when connecting the player to your PC.
1
1
Connect the USB cable to the USB port ( ) on your PC.
2
2
Connect the other end of the USB cable to the
USB Connection Port
on the
bottom of the player.
The PC system must meet the following minimum specifications:
Pentium 300MHz or higher Windows XP Service Pack 2 or higher
DirectX 9.0 or higher USB Port 2.0
100MB of free hard disc space CD Rom Drive (2X or higher)
Windows Media Player 10.0 or higher
Resolution 1024 X 768 or higher
PC Requirements
CAUTION
If you connect the player through a USB hub, the connection may be unstable. Please connect the player to your PC directly.
If you connect the player to your PC and the battery charge is low, the player automatically checks the battery status and charges itself for several minutes.
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Adding Files/Folders in
Samsung Media Studio
Loading Your Desired File
Please refer to Help for more information on how to use Media Studio.
Click <MENU> <Help> <Help> from the menu at the top of the Media Studio program.
Media Studio enables you to select and organize files and folders in preparation for transfer to your player.
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3
2
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Adding Files/Folders in
Samsung Media Studio
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1
Media Studio will automatically start when the player is connected to your PC.
If the program does not start automatically, double-click the Media Studio icon on the desktop.
2
Click the desired file icon on the left side.
Choose the file type you want to transfer by clicking on one of these icons.
represents a music file and represents a photo.
Click icon to display etc list. The ETC list includes file types (ex: TXT, XOV, etc) other than
music and photo files.
3
Click <Add Folder> on the bottom of Media Studio.
The Open Folder window will appear.
Before you start!
Connect the player to your PC.
Media Studio must be installed on your PC.
To add folders
3
Click <Add File> on the bottom of Media Studio.
The Open window will appear.
4
Select the files to add and click <Open>.
The selected files are added to the list on the left side of the
Media Studio Screen.
To add files
4
4
4
Select the folder to add and click <OK>.
The files of the selected folder are added to the list on the left
side of the Media Studio Screen.
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Transferring Files to the Player with Samsung Media Studio

Loading Your Desired File
NOTE
Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote and Gracenote CDDB®Music Recognition ServiceSM.
CDDB is a registered trademark of Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and logotype, the Gracenote CDDB logo and logotype, and the "Powered by Gracenote CDDB" logo are trademarks of Gracenote. Music Recognition Service and MRS are service marks of Gracenote.
Perform the following steps to transfer files from your PC to the player.
4
3
2
Portable window
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Transferring Files to the
Player with Samsung Media Studio
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1
Media Studio will automatically start when the player is connected to your PC.
If the program does not start automatically, double-click the Media Studio icon on the desktop.
2
Click the desired file icon on the left side.
Choose the file type you want to transfer by clicking on one of these icons.
represents a music file and represents a photo.
Click icon to display etc list. The ETC list includes file types (ex: TXT, XOV, etc) other than
music and photo files.
3
Select the file to transfer in the left file list.
Do not disconnect the USB cable during file transfer. This may cause damage to the player or your PC.
CAUTION
When transferring a photo file to the player using <Media Studio>, it is automatically converted into JPG format before transfer. The file size is automatically adjusted, too.
A photo file that is transferred to the player without using <Media Studio> can look different from the source on the screen of the player.
NOTE
4
Click icon.
The Selected file is transferred to the player.
Before you start!
Connect the player to your PC.
Media Studio must be installed on your PC.
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Listening to Music

Listening to Music
Before you start!
Connect the earphones, then turn on the player, and check the battery.
1
Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Music> and then tap [ ].
The Music Menu will appear.
Music Menu
<Now Playing> : You can see the current song.
<Artists> : To play by artist
<Albums> : To play by album
<Tracks> : To play in numeric or alphabetical order
<Genres> : To play by genre
<Playlists> : To play by Playlist
NOTE
The music files compatible with the player are MP3, and WMA.
MP1 or MP2 files which only have a changed extension to MP3 may not play on the player.
A file without an ID3 Tag is displayed as [Unknown].
Files with an ID3 tag will automatically be organized on the player by Artists, Albums etc.
An ID3 tag is a hidden part of each music file and is used to categorize.
3
Tap [ ] to select <Artists> and then tap [ ].
1
2,3
Music
E.g. Playing by Artist
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4
Tap [ ] to select an artist, then tap [ ].
The albums for the artist will appear.
5
Tap [ ] to select an album, then tap [ ].
The music files for the selected album will appear.
6
Tap [ ] to select a music file to play, then tap [ ].
The music will start playing.
4,5,6
Music
Now Playing
Artists Albums Tracks Genres Playlists
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Listening to Music (Continued)
Listening to Music
To Pause
1
Tap [ ] while the music is playing.
The music playback will be paused.
2
Tap [ ] again.
The music will play from the point where it stopped.
NOTE
Power is automatically turned off when none of the buttons have been tapped for a preset period of
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To search within a track
1
Press and hold [ ] while the selected track is playing.
It searches to the beginning or the end of the track.
2
Release the button at the point you want to start.
It starts playing from the point you release the button.
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To Play from the beginning of the current track
Tap [ ] after 3 seconds of play.
The current track starts playing from the beginning.
To Play the previous/next track
Tap [ ] within 3 seconds of play.
The previous track will start playing.
Tap [ ].
The next track will start playing.
CAUTION
When playing VBR files, the previous track may not play even if you tap
[ ]
within
3 seconds of play.
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Creating a Playlist Using Samsung Media Studio

Listening to Music
1
Click <My Album> on the top of Media Studio.
The <My Album> window appears.
A playlist is a list of your favorite songs.
2
Click <New Album> on the bottom.
The Creation window appears.
3
Type in the album title and click <OK>.
A new album (playlist) will be created and stored in the My Album section of Media Studio.
1
2
3
3
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Creating a Playlist Using
Samsung Media Studio
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Adding Music files to a Playlist
Exporting a Playlist to your Player Using Media Studio
1
Click <My PC> on the top of Media Studio.
The <My PC> window appears.
2
Click <My Album> in the right corner of the window.
The Album window appears.
3
Double-click on a desired album in the right window.
4
Select files that you want to transfer in the <My PC> window.
1
Click <My Album> on the top of Media Studio.
The <My Album> window appears.
2
Click <Portable> in the right corner of the window.
The <Portable> window appears.
3
Select a desired album in the <My Album> list.
4
Click icon.
The selected album will be transferred to the player
and stored in <Music>
<Playlists>.
5
Click icon.
The selected files will be added to the album (playlist).
1
1
2
2
4
3
4
5
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To Play a Playlist

Listening to Music
Before you start!
For more information, see pages 26~27 to see how to create and transfer playlists to your player.
Music
Now Playing Artists Albums Tracks Genres
Playlists
1
Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Music> and then tap [ ].
The Music Menu will appear.
3
Tap [ ] to select <Playlists> and then tap [ ].
The Playlist(s) will appear.
If there is no playlist found, you will see a message of <No File> on the screen.
4
Tap [ ] to select the playlist of your choice, then tap [ ].
The music files saved in the selected playlist will appear.
5
Tap [ ] to select a music file to play, then tap [ ].
The music file will start playing.
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Using the Music Option Menu

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To select the sound effect
To select the graphic EQ display
1
Tap [ ] while listening to music.
The music option menu appears.
Different sound effects can be selected that enable you to enhance the music you are listening to.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Sound Effect> and then tap [ ].
The sound effect menu appears.
3
Tap [ ] to select the desired sound effect and then tap [ ].
You can select either <Normal> <Vocal> <Bass Boost> <3D Sound> or <Concert Hall>.
1
Tap [ ] while listening to music.
The music option menu appears.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Graphic EQ> and then tap [ ].
The graphic equalizer menu appears.
3
Tap [ ] to select <On> or <Off> and then tap [ ].
<On>: The graphic equalizer will be displayed on the screen.
<Off>: The graphic equalizer will not be displayed on the screen.
Using the Music Option Menu
Listening to Music
Sound Effect
Graphic EQ Play Mode
Normal
Sound Effect
Graphic EQ
Play Mode
Normal
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To select the play mode
1
Tap [ ] while listening to music.
The music option menu appears.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Play Mode> and then tap [ ].
The play mode menu appears.
3
Tap [ ] to select the desired mode and then tap [ ].
You can select either <Normal> <Repeat One> <Repeat> or <Shuffle>.
Using the Music Option Menu (Continued)
Listening to Music
<Normal> : To play all the tracks in order one time.
<Repeat One> : To repeat one file.
<Repeat> : To repeat all files.
<Shuffle> : To play files at random.
Sound Effect Graphic EQ
Play Mode
Normal
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Photo Viewing

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1
2,3
1, 2
1
Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Photo> and then tap [].
The Photo list will appear.
3
Tap [ ] to select the photo file of your choice, then tap [ ].
The selected file will appear.
Large photos may take longer to display.
1
Tap [ ] in Photo Viewing mode.
The slideshow will start.
You can view your picture files in order as a Slideshow.
2
Tap [ ] to stop the slideshow.
Slideshow Viewing
Tap [ ].
You can see the previous or next photo on the display.
To view the previous / next photo
NOTE
You will see thumbnail
photos if the appropriate information is included in the file. For a file with no information, you will see instead.
Photo Viewing
Photo Viewing
Before you start!
See pages 20-21 to transfer Photo files to your player.
Photo
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To add a photo to the screen saver list
To listen to music while viewing your photo
1
Select a photo file that you want to add to the screen saver list.
2
Tap [ ] while viewing a photo.
The photo option menu appears.
3
Tap [ ] to select <Add to Screen Saver> and then tap [].
The selected photo file is added to the screen saver list.
1
Tap [ ] while viewing a photo.
The photo option menu appears.
You can listen to the song that you last played while viewing your photo.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Background Music On> or <Background Music Off>.
<Background Music On> : You can listen to the song that you last played while viewing your photo.
<Background Music Off> : No background music is played while viewing a photo.

Using the Photo Option Menu

Photo Viewing
Background Mu..
Add to Screen S..
Background Mu..
Add to Screen S..
NOTE
Select <Photo> from <Settings>
<Display>→<Screen Saver> and the selected photo is
displayed on the screen as a screen saver.
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If you set <Default Set>, the screen saver will be initialized to <Analog Clock>.
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Listening to FM Radio

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1
2
Listening to FM Radio
Listening to FM Radio
Before you start!
Connect the earphones, then turn on the player, and check the battery.
1
Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
2
Tap [ ] to select <FM Radio> and then tap [].
FM radio reception will start.
Tap [ ] while listening to the FM radio.
Sound is muted.
Tap [ ] once again to hear sound.
To use Mute function
Always connect your earphones to the player when searching or setting frequencies. The earphones are
used as antennas to receive FM radio reception.
CAUTION
FM Radio
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To switch to Preset Mode
To switch to Manual mode
1
Tap [ ] in <Manual Mode>.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Go to Preset Mode> and then tap [ ].
You will see <Preset Mode> on the screen.
3
Tap [
]
to select the preset frequency.
Once <Preset Mode> appears on the screen, you can select a radio frequency and listen to it.
1
Tap [ ] in <Preset Mode>.
Select this mode if you want to manually search through the FM band one frequency at a time.
Select this mode if you want to search through your saved FM presets one preset at a time.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Go to Manual Mode> and then tap [].
You will see <Manual Mode> on the screen.
NOTE
If no preset frequencies are set, you will see <Preset list does not exist.> and the player will not
switch to <Preset Mode>.
If you set <Default Set>, the saved preset lists are deleted.
If you select <Preset List> on the FM option menu, you will see the preset frequencies.
For more information on the preset setup, see pages 36~37.
Listening to FM Radio (Continued)
Listening to FM Radio
Go to Manual ..
Delete Preset Auto Preset Preset List FM Sensitivity
Preset Mode
Go to Preset ..
Add Preset Auto Preset FM Sensitivity
Manual Mode
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To manually search for frequencies
To automatically search for frequencies
Press and hold []in <Manual Mode>.
The broadcast station frequency nearest from the point the button is released will be searched.
Tap [
]
in <Manual Mode>.
Moves to next frequency whenever the button is tapped.
Manual Mode
Manual Mode
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To automatically set Presets
1
Tap [ ] in FM Radio mode.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Auto Preset> and then tap [ ].
You will see the Auto Preset window on the screen.
3
Tap [ ] to select <Yes> and then tap [ ].
Up to 30 presets are automatically saved.

Setting FM Presets

Listening to FM Radio
You can set up to 30 presets in FM Radio mode.
To cancel during setting
Tap [ ] to cancel during auto scanning.
The auto preset setting is canceled and frequencies set up to then are stored.
Using <Auto Preset> deletes all previous presets.
NOTE
Go to Preset .. Add Preset
Auto Preset
FM Sensitivity
Manual Mode
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To manually set Presets
To search for presets in Preset mode
1
Tap [ ] to select the desired frequency in <Manual Mode>.
2
Tap [ ].
3
Tap [ ] to select <Add Preset> and then tap [ ].
The selected frequency will be added to the preset list. Amaximum of
30 preset numbers are added to the list in sequential order.
Tap [
]
in <Preset Mode>.
The preset number is selected and you can listen to the stored radio frequency.
4
To set a preset for other frequencies, follow steps 1-3 above.
If a frequency that you try to add already exists in the list, you will see <This preset already exists.> and
the selected frequency is not added to the preset list.
NOTE
If you want to check the preset list in <Preset Mode>, tap [
]
to select <Preset List> and Tap [].
NOTE
Go to Preset ..
Add Preset
Auto Preset FM Sensitivity
Manual Mode
Preset Mode
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1
Tap [ ] in <Preset Mode>.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Delete Preset> and then tap [ ].
The preset frequencies will appear.
3
Tap [ ] to select the preset frequency you want to delete and then tap [ ].
The confirmation window will appear.
4
Tap [ ] to select <Yes> and then tap [ ].
The selected preset will be deleted.
5
To select and delete other preset numbers, follow 1-4 steps above.

To Delete Presets

Listening to FM Radio
89.1MHz
89.2MHz
89.3MHz
89.4MHz
Delete Preset
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To Delete Presets/

Setting FM Radio

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Listening to FM Radio
Setting FM Radio
To set FM Sensitivity
1
Tap [ ] in FM Radio mode.
2
Tap [ ] to select <FM Sensitivity> and then tap [ ].
The FM Sensitivity menu appears.
3
Tap [ ] to select the sensitivity and then tap [ ].
You can select from <High>, <Middle> and <Low>.
The higher FM sensitivity is, the more frequencies that can be received.
Go to Preset .. Add Preset Auto Preset
FM Sensitivity
Manual Mode
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Setting Display

You can adjust the screen saver and the turn-off time for the screen display.
Settings
1
Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Settings> and then tap [ ].
The Settings menu appears.
3
Tap [ ] to select <Display> and then tap [ ].
The Display menu appears.
4
Use the [ ] and [ ] to set the desired functions.
Button Operation
Tap [ ] to move up or down in the list.
Tap [ ] to select and confirm your settings.
Tap [ ] to return to the previous screen.
NOTE
Display
Time Language System
Settings
Settings
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Setting Display
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<Screen Saver>: You can set an image to use as a screen saver. Select either
<Analog Clock>, <Animation1>, <Animation2> <Animation3>, and <Photo> and set
the wait time. <Photo> is a photo you designated as a screen saver in <Add to Screen Saver>.
page 32 You can select from <15sec>, <30sec>, <1min>, <3min>, <5min>, and <Off>. If no button is tapped within the time set shown above, the player will display the screen saver image.
<
Display Off> : If no button is tapped within the time set shown below, the screen display will
automatically turn off.
Select either
<15sec>, <30
sec
>, <1
min
>, <3min>, <5min>, and <Always
On>. With the display turned off, tap any button to turn back on the screen display.
Screen Saver Setting
Photo
15 sec
1
Tap [ ] to select <Screen Saver> and then tap [ ].
The screen saver menu appears.
2
Tap [ ] to select the desired screen saver image and then tap [ ].
3
Tap [ ] to select a wait time and then tap [ ].
The Confirmation window will appear.
4
Tap [ ] to select <Yes> and then tap [ ].
The screen saver setting is complete.
Screen Saver
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Setting Time

You can set the current Time, Sleep Timer and Auto Power Off.
Settings
1
Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Settings> and then tap [ ].
The Settings menu appears.
3
Tap [ ] to select <Time> and then tap [ ].
The Time menu appears.
4
Use the [ ] and [ ] to set the desired functions.
<Sleep Timer> : Turns off power automatically after the preset time.
Select either <Off>, <15min>, <30min>, <60min>, <90min>, or <120min>.
<Auto Power Off> : Automatically turns power off when there is no button operation after the preset time in the pause mode. Select either <15sec>, <30sec>, <1min>, <3min>, or <5min>.
<Time Set> : You can set the current time.
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Display
Time
Language System
Settings
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Setting Time
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Time Set
1
Tap [ ] to select <Time set> and then tap [ ].
2
Tap [ ] to move to <AM/PM, Hour, Minute> and use the [ ] to set the time.
3
Tap [ ].
The confirmation window will appear.
4
Tap [ ] to select <Yes> and then tap [ ].
The time setting will be saved.
Hour Min
PM 06 35
Time Set
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Setting Language

You can set the language for the menu.
Settings
1
Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Settings> and then tap [ ].
The Settings menu appears.
3
Tap [ ] to select <Language> and then tap [ ].
4
Use the [ ] and [ ] to select the language for the menu.
Select from <English>, < >, <Français>, <Deutsch>, <Italiano>,
< >, < >, < >, <Español>, < >, <Magyar>, <Nederlands>, <Polski>, <Português>, and <Svenska>.
The supported languages can be changed or added.
NOTE
Display Time
Language
System
Settings
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Setting Language/

Setting the System

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Setting the System
You can set various functions of the player.
Settings
1
Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Settings> and then tap [ ].
The Settings menu appears.
3
Tap [ ] to select <System> and then tap [ ].
The System menu appears.
4
Use the [ ] and [ ] to set the desired functions
Frequency range by region
- Korea/USA: Search for FM frequencies in 100 kHz increments between 87.5 MHz~108.0 MHz.
- Japan: Search for FM frequencies in 100 kHz increments between 76.0 MHz~108.0 MHz.
- Other Countries: Search for FM frequencies in 50 kHz increments between 87.50 MHz~108.00 MHz.
FM region can be deleted or changed according to the target region of the player.
If you change the FM region, the previously stored radio frequencies are deleted.
.
NOTE
<Resume>: You can set the start point where the player resumes playback after you stop playing the music. Selecting <On> will resume playback from the last stopped point while <Off> will resume playback from the beginning of the last played file.
<Beep>: Enables button sounds. Select either <On> or <Off>.
<Volume Limit>: You can avoid hearing damage by setting the limit of the volume when using the earphone. <On> will limit the maximum volume level up to 20. The maximum volume level when Volume Limit is set to <Off> is 30.
<FM Region>: You can select your regional area for FM radio. Select from <Korea/USA>, <Japan> and <Other Countries>.
Display Time Language
System
Settings
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Default Set
1
Tap [ ] to select <Default Set> and then tap [ ].
The Confirmation window will appear.
2
Tap [ ] to select <Yes> and then tap [ ]
.
<Yes> : Initializes all settings to default.
<No> : Cancels default settings.
Setting the System (Continued)
Settings
<Default Set> : Returns all settings to the default value.
<About>: You can check the firmware version, memory capacity and file number.
Firmware Version : Displays the current firmware version.
Memory : Indicates the remaining memory capacity. <Used> indicates the usage, <Remain> indicates the
remaining capacity and <Total> indicates the total memory capacity.
Files : <Music> indicates the number of music files, <Photo> for the number of photos, and <Total> for the
number of entire files.
If you set <Default Set>, all functions you set are initialized to the default settings.
Regarding the Built-In Memory
The actual built-in memory available is slightly less than indicated as the internal firmware uses a portion of the memory.
NOTE
Resume Beep Volume Limit FM Region
Default Set
About
Settings
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Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

Setting the System/

To Upgrade Firmware

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To Upgrade Firmware
1
Connect to http://www.samsung.com, select [SUPPORT] →[DOWNLOAD CENTER] and then select your player.
Future upgrades may be available for this player to enhance performance and compatibility.
2
When the player page appears, select [Firmware] below the model name to download the latest firmware.
3
Uncompress the downloaded file onto your Desktop.
The uncompressed files will be displayed.
4
Connect the player to your PC with the USB cable.
5
Right click on the Start button on the bottom left of your PC's screen, then choose Explore to Open Windows Explorer on your PC.
[Samsung YP-K3] is displayed in Windows Explorer.
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7
Locate and select the Firmware update files (right column) and drag-and-drop it into the [Samsung YP-K3] →[Data] folder.
6
Locate and click on the Desktop icon in Windows Explorer (left column).
The contents of the Desktop will appear in the right column.
8
After disconnecting USB Cable, the player will be turned off automatically.
9
Slide and hold the [HOLD√]
switch in the opposite direction of the arrow.
The firmware will be upgraded.
When upgrading is complete, the player will be turned off automatically.
NOTE
Check the battery charge status of the player. If the battery is not sufficiently charged, the firmware will not be upgraded.
You need to have at least 20 MB of free space on the player for the upgrade.
To Upgrade Firmware (Continued)
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To Upgrade Firmware/

Troubleshooting

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T roubleshooting
If a malfunction is experienced, check the following. If the problem persists, contact 1-800-SAMSUNG for assistance.
Power will not turn on.
Buttons do not work.
The screen will not turn on.
Problem
Check points & Troubleshooting
Check if the [HOLD √] switch is in the direction of the arrow position.
Check if you tapped the right button, then tap again. √ Page 11
Press the Reset hole.
If <Display Off> is selected from <Settings> →<Display>, the screen display will be turned off. Tap any button to turn on the screen display or check the Display settings.
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The screen may not be visible under direct sunlight.
Battery life differs from the Manual.
The battery time can vary, depending on the sound mode and
display setting.
The battery life may be shortened when left for extended periods
in low or high temperatures.
Program Malfunction
Connection to your PC is disabled.
Please check if your PC requirements are met.
Press <Start> on the toolbar of your PC to run Windows Update. Select Key Updates and Service Packs, then update all. Reboot your PC and reconnect.
Power will not turn on if the battery is fully discharged.
Recharge the battery and turn on the player again.
Press the Reset hole.
Power is turning off.
Check the battery status.
The power is automatically turned off when the battery is fully discharged. Recharge the battery.
If <Auto Power Off> is selected from <Settings> →<Time>, the Power in the pause mode will be turned off. Turn on the Player.
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The player is hot.
Heat may be generated during recharging. This has no effect on the player life or functions.
Playing is disabled.
File upload is disabled.
Files or data are missing.
Abnormal Play Time Display during Play
Problem
Check points & Troubleshooting
Check if the available file has been saved in the player.
Check if the music file is damaged.
Check if there is enough battery power.
Check if the USB cable is securely connected. Reconnect if necessary.
Check if the memory is full.
Press the Reset hole.
Check if the USB cable has been disconnected during file or data transmission. If this is the case, it may cause serious damage not only to files/data but also to the player. You have to be extra cautious as Samsung cannot be not held responsible for data loss.
Check if the file is in VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format.
T roubleshooting
(Continued)
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Chapter 6. Appendix

Troubleshooting/

Menu Tree

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Menu Select Screen
»≠∏È º¡§
Display
Music FM Radio Photo Settings
Screen Saver
Display Off
Time
Sleep Timer
Auto Power Off
Time Set
Language System
Resume
Beep
Volume Limit
FM Region Default Set
About
Menu Tree
You can quickly view the menu structure.
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Product Specifications

Model Name
Power
Built-in Battery Power
Earphone Output
Output Frequency Range
Noise Ratio
Play Time
Temperature Range for Operation
Case
Weight
Dimension (WxHxD)
FM Frequency
FM Signal to Noise Ratio
FM T.H.D
FM Useable Sensitiivity
File
Compatibility
YP-K3
3.7V (Li-Polymer Rechargeable) 500mAh
Music : MPEG1/2/2.5 Layer3(8kbps~320kbps, 22kHz~48kHz)
WMA(48kbps~192kbps, 22kHz~48kHz)
Image : JPEG(ISO/IEC 10918-1/Annex F-Sequential DCT-based mode
of operation)
20mW(16Ω) 20Hz~20KHz 88 dB (based on 1KHz 0 dB) Music 25 hrs (based on MP3 128kbps, volume level 15 and normal mode)
-5~35 °C(23~95°F) Stainless, Plastic
1.76 oz (50g)
1.73 X 3.78 X 0.27 inches (44 X 96 X 6.95 mm)
87.5~108.0MHz 50dB 1%
38dBµ
The contents of this Manual are subject to change without prior notice for further improvement.
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License

The product unit accompanying this user manual is licensed under certain intellectual property rights of certain third parties. In particular, this product is licensed under the following US patents : 5,991,715, 5,740,317, 4,972,484, 5,214,678, 5,323,396, 5,539,829, 5,606,618, 5,530,655, 5,777,992, 6,289,308, 5,610,985, 5,481,643, 5,544,247, 5,960,037, 6,023,490, 5,878,080, and under US Published Patent Application No. 2001-44713-A1. This license is limited to private non-commercial use by end-user consumers for licensed contents. No rights are granted for commercial use. The license does not cover any product unit other than this product unit and the license does not extend to any unli-censed product unit or process conforming to ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3 used or sold in combination with this product unit. The license only covers the use of this product unit to encode and/or decode audio files conforming to the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3. No rights are granted under this license for product features or func-tions that do not conform to the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3.
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Safety Information

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 to 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.
FCC
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.
Caution: Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the 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 ener-gy 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.
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FCC
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
Compliance
This product conforms to the following Council Directive:
Directive 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC(EMC)
Declaration of Conformity
Name: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd Address: 416, Maetan-3Dong, Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon City, Kyungki-Do, Korea 442-742 declares under its sole responsibility that the product Trade Name: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd Model Number: YP-K3 has been tested according to the FCC/CISPR22/95 requirements for Class B devices and found compliant with the following standards
EMI/EMC: FCC Part 15 Subpart B 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 undesirable operation.
Party Responsible for Product Compliance
Samsung Electronics America QA Lab. 3351 Michelson Dr. Suite #290 Irvine, CA92612
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Warranty

Samsung warrants this product as free of defects in material, design and workmanship for a period of twelve(12) months from the original date of purchase.
If during the period of warranty this product proves defective under normal use and service, you should return the product to the retailer from whom it was originally purchased. The lia­bility of Samsung and its appointed mainte­nance company is limited to the cost of repair and/or replacement of the unit under warranty. Return of the product for defective reasons should be to the original purchaser; however, Samsung Authorized Dealers and Authorized Service Centers will comply with the warranty on the terms issued to purchasers in the coun­try concerned. For further information relating to the Authorized Service Centers contact; 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) www.samsung.com
WARRANTY CONDITIONS:
1.The warranty is only valid when the warranty card is properly completed, and upon presentation of the proof of purchase consisting of original invoice or sales slip confirmation, indicating the date of pur­chase, dealer’s name, model, serial No. and product number. Samsung reserves the right to refuse warranty ser­vice if this information has been removed or changed after the original purchase of the product from the dealer.
2.Samsung's obligations are to the repair of the defective part, and at its discretion, replacement of the product (service exchange unit).
3.Warranty repairs must be carried out by an Authorized Samsung Dealer/Service Center. No reimbursement will be made for repairs carried out by non Samsung Centers, and warranty coverage will not be valid for any repairs or damage caused by such repairs.
4.Repair or replacement under the terms of this war­ranty does not give right to extension to or a new starting of the period of warranty. Repair or direct replacement under the terms of this warranty may be fulfilled with functionally equivalent service exchange units.
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5. The warranty is not applicable in cases other than defects in material, design and workman­ship. The warranty does not cover the following:
Periodic checks, maintenance, repair and
replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear.
Abuse or misuse, including but not solely limit-
ed to the failure to use this product for its normal purposed or in accordance with Samsung's instructions usage and maintenance.
Use of the product in conjunction with acces-
sories not approved by Samsung for use with this product.
Failure of the product arising from incorrect
installationor use not consistent with technical or safety standardsin current force, or failure to comply with productmanual instructions.
Accidents, Acts of God or any cause beyond
the control of Samsung caused by lightning, water, fire, public disturbances and improper ventilation.
Unauthorized modifications carried out for the
product to comply with local or national technical standards in countries for which the Samsung product was not originally designed.
Repairs performed by non-authorized service
centers such as opening of the product by a non­authorized person.
The model, serial No. and product number on
the product has been altered, deleted, removed or made illegible.
6. This warranty does not affect the consumer’s statutory rights nor the consumers rights against the dealer from their purchase/sales agreement.
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THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY
IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALLAPPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECTTO THIS PRODUCT
SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG,
SAMSUNG
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS
OF REVENUE OR PROFITS,FAILURE
TO
REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS,
OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PURCHASER
ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND PURCHASER’S PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTYARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG
NOT CAUSED
DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE
OF SAMSUNG. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT, IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This product is for personal use only, and is only for use in compliance with the limitations of copyright and other laws. To obtain warranty service, please contact SAMSUNG at: Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) www.samsung.com 081299
Warranty
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If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products,
please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864)
www.samsung.com
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