Samsung YP-T55 User Manual

Features

MP3, WMA , Audio ASF and Ogg Playback

● The player supports playback of MP3, WMA, Audio ASF and Ogg.

Removable Storage Device

● You can easily copy and paste files to the player using Windows Explorer.

Direct MP3 Recording

● You can convert music from CDs, cassettes, and radio into

MP3 files without a PC.

FM Reception

● Listening to an FM program is made easy with Auto Search and

Frequency Memory functions.

Features

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DNSe Surround Sound

● The 3D surround feature adds spaciousness to the sound.

Voice Recording Function

● You can make high quality voice recordings.

18 Hours Continuous Play

● This player uses one AAA/LR03 alkaline battery. Operation can last up to 18hours.

Actual playing time may vary according to the type and capacity of the battery.

Upgradeable Firmware

● You can upgrade the player's firmware when available.

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

I Chapter 1 Preparations

Features ...............................................2

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

Components.........................................8

Location of Controls .............................9

Display ...............................................10

I Chapter 2

Connection to Computer

Connecting the player to PC ..............11

● Installing the USB Driver .................12

● Connecting the player to PC with the

USB cable

.....................................14

Manual Installation of USB Driver......16

● If an error occurs during installation

of the USB driver

............................16

● In Windows 98SE ............................18

Transferring Files to your Player........20

● Disconnecting the player .................22

Installing Media Studio.......................23

Using Media Studio............................25

● Downloading Music Files .................25

● Creating a Folder on your Player .....27

● Deleting Files ..................................28

● Formattimg the Player in

Media Studio

...................................29

● Ripping Tracks from an Audio CD ....30

To View Help on Media Studio...........31

I Chapter 3 Using Your Player

Playing Music and Turning Off

the Device ........................................32

● Turning Power On and Off ...............32

● Playing Music..................................32

● Pausing Music ................................32

● Adjusting the Volume.......................32

Hold Function .....................................33

Recording Voice.................................33

Searching for Music/Voice Files.........34

● To search for specific parts

during play

......................................34

● To change tracks during play ...........34

● To change tracks when stopped.......34

Loop Repeating..................................35

● Starting Point ..................................35

● Ending Point ...................................35

Recording MP3s.................................36

MENU Options ...................................37

Using Navigation ................................38

● Changing Mode...............................39

● Playing /Exiting Folder .....................40

Setting Playlist....................................41

● Setting Playlist ................................41

● Playing Playlist ................................41

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Listening to FM Radio ........................42

● Manual Search for a Frequency .......42

● Manual Storage of a Frequency .......42

● Automatic Search for a Frequency ...42

● Searching Stored Frequencies .........43

● Deleting Stored Frequencies............43

● Mute Function .................................43

FM Recording.....................................44

Setting the Advanced Functions ........45

Selecting the Playmode .....................46

Setting the EQ mode..........................47

● DNSe .............................................47

● 3D User Setting ..............................48

● User EQ Set ...................................49

Setting the Play Speed ......................49

Display Settings .................................50

● Scroll ..............................................50

● Backlight .........................................51

● Contrast ..........................................51

● Ta g .................................................51

● Bitrate .............................................51

Language Settings .............................52

● Menu ..............................................52

● ID3-Tag...........................................52

Recording Settings .............................53

● Bit Rate ..........................................53

● Auto Sync .......................................53

FM Radio Settings ..............................54

● Auto Preset .....................................54

● FM Region ......................................54

● FM Search Level .............................54

Time Settings......................................55

● Auto Off Time..................................55

● Auto Sleep ......................................55

● Intro Time .......................................55

System Settings..................................56

● Deleting a file ..................................56

● Resume ..........................................56

● Beep ..............................................56

● Skip Interval ....................................57

● Search Speed .................................57

● Default vol ......................................57

● Default Set ......................................58

● User Button Mode ...........................58

● About..............................................58

I Chapter 4 Appendix

MENU Table........................................59

I Chapter 5 Customer Support

Troubleshooting ..................................60

Specifications......................................62

Safety Instructions

Read and understand all the instructions to avoid injury to yourself and damage to the equipment.

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

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

Do not apply excessive pressure on the device.

Do not place heavy objects on top of the device.

Do not let any foreign matter spill into the device.

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

Do not expose to chemicals such as benzene and thinners.

Do not expose to direct sunlight or heat sources.

Do not store in dusty areas.

Do not try to disassemble and repair the device yourself.

Safety Instructions

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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.

● It may cause an accident if you turn up the volume of the earphones while walking.

especially when crossing intersections.

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 plug is not caught by your arm or other objects while walking or

exercise.

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.

Components

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

● Design of accessories is subject to change for the purposes of improvement, without notice.

Player

Eaphones

Line In Cable

Installation CD

Alkaline Battery

(1 AAA/LR03 Type)

Neck Strap

USB Cable

USER

Location of Controls

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USER

Move to Track/Speed Search Lever

Power On/Off Play/Pause Button

Record / User Button

Navigation button

Display

MENU button

Earphone Jack

Volume Up Button

Volume Down Button

Hold Switch

Battery Cover

ENC/USB Cable Connection Port

Neck strap Hook

Location of Controls

I Display

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001/020

00:01:30

Playtime indicator

EQ/DNSe indicator

Play/Stop/Pause

indicator

Remaining Battery Power indicator

Play mode indicator

Track Number indicator

Title (track & artist) indicator

I Inserting a Battery

1 Slide the cover in the direction of

the arrow to open.

2 Insert a battery to the right poles

+ , – and push-close the cover in the direction of the arrow as indicated.

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- Do not place heavy objects on the cover.

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REC MENU

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- The screen pictures are for illustration purposes only. The actual screen may differ.

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Connecting the player to PC

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The PC system must meet the following specifications:

● Pentium 200MHz or greater ● Windows 98 SE/ME/2000/XP

● 40MB of available hard disk space ● CD-ROM drive (double speed or greater)

● USB port (2.0) supported ● DirectX 8.0 or above

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System Requirements.

1 Insert the Installation CD into the

CD-ROM drive. If Select Country screen appears, select your country.

Be sure to install the USB driver before connecting the play and a PC. If 'Add Hardware Wizard' appears, click the [Cancel] button and install the USB driver.

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- Install the operating system in Administrator Account (main user) for Windows 2000 or XP.

Otherwise, installation will not be completed.

- Windows ME, 2000 and XP can recognize the driver without installing the provided program.

However, you must install the program in order to format the player and upgrade firmware.

- On Windows98SE, you will not be able to use the player as a removable disk if the USB driver is not

installed. You must install the USB driver file first.

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Installing the USB Driver

Connecting the player to PC

2 Select [Install Player USB Driver].

Connecting the player to PC

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

Connecting the player to PC

1 Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the computer.

● If you disconnect the USB cable from your PC while implementing a command or initializing during USB driver installation, your PC may not function correctly.

2 Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB cable connection port on the

bottom of the player.

● If you disconnect the USB cable from your PC while implementing a command or initializing during USB driver installation, your PC may not function correctly.

3 The USB driver is installed with a message saying that it is searching for a new

device. You may not see the display screen during installation. Go to the device manager to check that installation has been successfully completed.

4 Upon installation of the USB driver "Samsung YP-T55 USB Device" will appear

in the [System Properties] ➝ [Device Manager].

I Connecting the player to PC with the USB cable

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Connecting the player to PC

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How to check if USB driver is properly installed

Windows 98:

Control Panel ➝ System ➝ Device Manager ➝ Disk Drives ➝ Samsung YP-T55

Windows 2000:

Control Panel ➝ System ➝ Hardware ➝ Device Manager ➝ Disk Drives ➝ Samsung YP-T55 USB Device

Windows XP:

Control Panel ➝ System ➝ Hardware ➝ Device Manager ➝ Universal Serial Bus controllers ➝ Disk Drives ➝ Samsung YP-T55 USB Device

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

Manual Installation of USB Driver

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- If you are using Windows 2000 and your version of Windows does not recognize the USB driver please download and install the latest service pack from windowsupdate.microsoft.com

- 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 plug after rebooting your system.

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If an error occurs during installation of the USB driver

1 Check the device manager.

Windows 98SE/ME:

Control Panel ➝ System ➝ Device Manager

Windows 2000 / XP:

Control Panel ➝ System ➝ Hardware ➝ Device Manager

2 Check if there is a device listed with an

exclamation point or a question mark (displayed as unknown device or USB device).

3 Double click on the device listed with an

exclamation point or a question mark.

Go to “Transferring Files to your Player” if the USB driver is installed. Follow these steps if the USB driver is not installed :

Manual Installation of USB Driver

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4 After selecting the driver,

click [Update Driver].

5 Click [Next].

6 Select [Search for a suitable driver

for my device] and then click [Next].

7 Click [Next] to finish.

Manual Installation of USB Driver

I In Windows 98SE

Follow the instructions in the window to complete the installation.

Manual Installation of USB Driver

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: You must reboot your computer to complete the installation.

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- You cannot use it as a removable disc in Windows 98SE if the YP-T55 program is not installed. Make sure to install the USB driver file first.

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

Transferring Files to your Player

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.

1 Connect the player to PC.

● For information on how to connect it to your PC, refer to Connecting the player to your PC. (See page 14).

2 Move the mouse over [Start] on the bottom of the screen, and right-click it. 3 Click [Explore] to Open Windows Explorer on PC.

● [Removable Disk] is displayed in Windows Explorer.

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