YP-R2
Digital Media Player
user manual
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Using this manual
•Some operations of player may differ from those described in this manual depending on the firmware installed.
Some of the contents may be changed without prior notice.
•Player and screens may differ from the illustrations in this manual.
•This user manual is based on the Windows XP operating system. The operation of your player may differ from the operation described in this manual depending on your PC's operating system.
•Sound sources, wallpapers, and images provided in this product are licensed for limited use by Samsung from their respective owners. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Samsung is not liable for such copyright infringement by the user.
•To view troubleshooting, see "Troubleshooting".
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Copyright
Copyright © 2011 Samsung Electronics
This user manual is protected under international copyright laws.
No part of this user manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.
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Safety information
This manual describes how to properly use your new player. Read it carefully to avoid damaging the player and injuring yourself. Pay particular attention to the following serious warnings.
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CAUTION
Situations that may result in death or serious injury to yourself or others
•Do not use the product during a thunderstorm. Thunderstorms can cause the player to malfunction and increase the risk of electric shock.
•Using earphones or headphones for an extended time may cause serious damage to your hearing.
If you are exposed to sound louder than 85db for an extended time, you may adversely affect your hearing. The louder the sound is, the more seriously damaged your hearing may be. Note that an ordinary conversation is between 50 to 60 db and road noise is approximately 80 db.
You are strongly advised to set the volume level to medium. The medium level is usually less than 2/3 of the maximum.
•If you hear a ringing in your ear(s), lower the volume or stop using the earphones or headphones.
•Exposure to loud sounds while walking or driving may distract your attention and cause an accident.
•Do not use the earphones while riding a bicycle, driving an automobile or motorcycle, or while walking or jogging on a road or in a crosswalk. The earphones may prevent you from hearing oncoming traffic and lead to a serious accident. Using earphones when driving is also prohibited by law in some areas.
•Use only accessories provided by or approved by Samsung.
•When hanging the product around your neck, do not apply pressure to the neck strap. To prevent accidental choking, keep the neck strap away from children, the elderly, and people incapable of caring for themselves.
Safety information
•Stop using the player and contact a Samsung Service Centre if the player or battery emits smoke, an unusual smell, or unusual noises. Failure to do so may result in a fire or injury.
•Do not touch the product or the power cord with wet hands. The water can conduct electricity and cause an electrical shock.
•Do not place the product in or near heaters, microwave ovens, hot cooking equipment, or high pressure containers. Excessive heat or pressure can cause the product to break, explode, or catch fire.
•Turn off the product where it is prohibited.
The product may interfere with electronic signals. Turn off the product when boarding an airplane.
The product may interfere with the electronic navigation system of the airplane.
Turn off the product in hospitals.
Comply with all hospital regulations. The product may interfere with medical equipment.
•Do not use the player near fuels, combustibles, flammable chemicals, or explosive materials. Comply with regulations, instructions, and warnings in environments where explosive materials are located. Turn off the product before refuelling your car, motorcycle, boat, etc.
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•Keep your player and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Children or animals can
damage the player or accidently damage the battery and cause an explosion. Small parts may choke children or pets.
•Do not use a flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. Using the flash too close to
a person’s eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.
•Stop using the product if you feel uncomfortable when watching videos or playing games.
Consult your physician before using the product if any of your family has experienced seizures or fainting.
Stop using the product and consult your physician if you experience cramping in the face or muscles, dizziness, disorientation, or nausea.
Avoid watching videos or playing games on the product for an extended period of time.
•Do not expose your eyes to direct sunlight through the screen of the product. It may damage your eyes.
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WARNING
Situations that could cause damage to yourself or the product
•Do not disassemble, repair, or modify this product on your own.
•For your safety, make sure the earphone cable does not get in the way of your arm or become entangled in nearby objects while you are exercising or walking.
•Do not get the product wet or drop it in water. If the product gets wet, do not switch it on. You could get an electric shock.
Do not allow the product or battery to come in contact with liquid. This product contains an internal label that indicates contact with liquids. Damages caused by contact with liquids are not covered by the warranty.
•Do not leave the player in locations with temperatures above 35° C, such as saunas or a parked cars.
•Do not use or store your player in dusty, dirty, humid, or poorly-ventilated areas. Using or storing your player in these environments can lead to electrical shock or fire. Prevent any foreign particles or dust from entering the product.
•Do not use the product if the screen is cracked or broken. Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hand or face. Bring the product to a Samsung service centre to replace the screen. Damage caused by careless handling will void the warranty.
•Be sure to backup important data. Samsung is not responsible for data loss.
•Protect your player from harsh impacts and rough handling.
•Do not place heavy objects on top of the player.
•Do not place or store the product on an incline, as the product can fall and be damaged due to an impact.
•Be sure children understand how to operate the product correctly and safely.
Improper use of the product may cause the product to break down or cause an injury.
•Do not use the product near speakers, large electric motors, strong magnetic fields, high voltage power lines, or communication towers. The product may malfunction due to electromagnetic waves.
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•Do not spray water on the product. Never clean the product with chemical substances such as benzene or thinner, as this may cause fire, electric shock or cause the surface to deteriorate.
•Do not paint or put stickers on the product. The USB connection cap may get stuck, or the touch screen may not work properly.
If you are allergic to the paint on the product or the metal parts of the product, you may experience itching, eczema, or swelling of the skin. If this happens, stop using the product and consult your physician.
•Do not carry the product in your back pockets or around your waist. You may be injured by the player and/or damage the player if you fall.
•Do not place the product near magnetic objects. Exposure to magnetic objects can cause the product to malfunction or the battery to discharge.
Magnetic strip cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields.
•Use common sense when using the product in public. Avoid disturbing others when using the product in public.
•To clean the product, wipe it with a soft, clean, dry cloth. Do not use strong chemicals or detergents.
•Use caution when using the product near other electronic devices.
Most electronic devices emit radio frequency signals. The product may interfere with other electronic devices, such as medical appliances, pacemakers, hearing aids, and automotive equipment.
•Avoid exposing the product to hot exhaust gas or steam. The product may become deformed or malfunction.
•Do not use the product for anything other than its intended purpose.
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Use caution when using the battery
•If you detect a leak, odours, or smoke, turn off the product immediately and contact a Samsung service centre.
The battery may explode or cause a fire.
•Do not use the product on or near hot floors or electric blankets.
The battery may malfunction, explode, or cause a fire.
•Do not expose the battery to sources of excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.
•Do not puncture the battery or subject the battery to sharp impacts. Damaged or punctured batteries can explode or cause a fire.
•Do not store the battery with metal objects, such as coins, keys, and necklaces. If the battery terminals come in contact with metal objects, the battery can be damaged, become deformed, or malfunction. It can also cause a fire.
•Do not use the player in a bathroom. Water or fluids may damage the parts or circuits of the product.
The product or battery may malfunction, cause a fire or explode.
Use the product only within the suggested temperature and humidity range: -5° ~ 35°C and 20 ~ 80 % relative humidity.
•Do not overcharge the battery.
Disconnect the charger when the battery is fully charged.
•Charge the battery once a month if you are not using it regularly over along time. Discharging the battery may shorten the battery life. The battery may eventually malfunction, cause a fire, or explode.
Specialfeaturesofyour
player
SoundAliveTM brings your music to life
Download and play high-quality videos in various formats
Play a slideshow with your pictures and use your player as a digital frame
Use the text viewer to open and view text documents without corruption
Listen to your favourite radio stations anytime
Listen to music with the mini player while viewing pictures or documents
Contents
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Use basic functions |
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Product layout |
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Connect to a PC and charge the |
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Turn your player on or off |
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Lock or unlock the touch screen |
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Use the touch screen |
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Access menus from the home |
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Use the mini player |
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Enter text |
Manage media files
Download media files
21Supported file formats and PC requirements
22Download files using your player as a removable disk
23Disconnect your player from a PC
24File Explorer
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Contents
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Play video and music |
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Music |
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Listen to music |
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Create your own playlists |
30Use the music options
31Use the Music Square feature
32Video
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Play video files |
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Use the video options |
36 Use additional applications
36 FM Radio
36 Listen to the FM radio
38Use FM radio options
39Pictures
39 View pictures
41Use the picture menus
42Texts
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View text files |
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Voice recorder |
44Record a voice memo
45Play a voice memo
45 Use voice recorder options
46 Customise settings
46 Settings
47 Sound settings
47Display settings
48Language settings
48Time and date settings
49System settings
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Appendix |
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Maintenance of your player |
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Troubleshooting |
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Specifications |
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Correct disposal of this product |
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Licence |
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Contact Samsung World Wide |
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Use basic functions
Learn to perform basic operations with your player.
Product layout
What's included
Check your product box for the following items:
Player |
Earphones |
USB cable |
Quick start guide |
Note
•The items supplied with your player may look different than the illustrations in this manual.
•You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer.
Your player
Power/lock button
Volume button
Touch screen
Earphones jack
Microphone
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USB connection port
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Button functions
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Reset your player
If your player is frozen or unresponsive, press and hold the Power/Lock button for 8-10 seconds.
Press and hold 
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Connect to a PC and charge the battery
Connect your player to a PC and charge the battery before you use your player for the first time or when you have not used it for a long time.
Caution
The rechargeable battery incorporated in this product is not user replaceable. For information on its replacement, please contact your service provider.
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Connect the smaller end of the USB cable to the USB connection port at the bottom of your player.
Connect the larger end of the USB cable to the USB port of a PC.
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When the battery is fully charged, unplug the USB cable from your player and the PC.
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About the battery
•Charge and store the battery at 5˚ C ~ 35˚ C.
•Do not charge the battery for more than 12 hours or leave the battery fully discharged for a long time. Doing so may shorten the battery life.
•Depending on how you use your player, actual battery life may vary and may be shorter than specified.
Note
•The charging time may differ depending on your PC’s capabilities.
•If you want to charge the battery on your laptop, make sure that the laptop's battery is full or the laptop is plugged into a power source.
Turn your player on or off
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Turn on your player
Press and hold 
to turn your player on.
Turn off your player
Press and hold 
and then tap <OK> in the pop-up window.
Lock or unlock the touch screen
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When your player is on and you perform no actions for a while, the touch screen locks automatically. You can also manually lock the touch screen to prevent unwanted operations.
Lock the touch screen
To lock the touch screen, press 
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Unlock the touch screen
Press 
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Drag your finger as shown to unlock the touch screen.
Note
To use the mini player while the touch screen is locked, tap the bar at the top of the screen. See page 19.
•If you lock the touch screen, the screen turns off to save power (except when viewing videos).
•If you lock the touch screen while playing a video, 
appears at the top of the screen.
•You can use the Power and Volume buttons and the mini player while the touch screen is locked.
•You can change the interval for the automatic touch screen lock. Tap <Settings> → <Display> → <Screen time-out>. See page 47.
Use the touch screen
Learn how to use the touch screen and browse or select items.
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Your player’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Tap the touch screen using your fingertip.
Caution
To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not press too hard with your fingertips or use pointed objects to touch the screen.
Note
•Tap only one area of the touch screen at a time. Your player will not recognise your input when you tap two or more areas simultaneously.
•Keep the touch screen dry. Humidity and liquids may lower the recognition of the touch screen.
•For best results, do not use any protective films on the touch screen and do not allow accessories to cover the touch screen.
•The touch screen may not properly recognise inputs when you tap the screen with gloves, dirty fingers, fingernails, or sharp instruments such as ballpoint pens.
•Keep other electronic devices away from the touch screen or touch buttons. Static electricity discharged from other devices may cause your player to malfunction.
Use basic functions > Use the touch screen
Dragging
To browse items, tap and hold your finger on the screen and drag your finger.
Drag from the bottom
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Tapping
To select a menu or option, tap the screen once with your finger.
Access menus from the home screen
Select menus from the home screen.
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When you turn on the player, the home screen appears, which allows you to run functions you want.
Drag up or down to scroll through menus
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Set up home screen
You can add shortcuts for frequently-used menus to the home screen. In <Settings> → <Display> → <Home screen>, select functions, and then tap <OK>.
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