Sharper Image SMP516-2 User Manual

MP3 Music & V ideo Player

User Guide

2 GB

SMP516-2

IN THE BOX

Stereo Headphones

The Sharper Image

MP3 Video Player

USB 2.0 Cable

(for battery charging

and high speed data transfer)

Quick Start GuideInstallation CD

SMP517-4

SMP516-2

FCC INFORMATION

FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

● Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

● Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the

equipment.

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on purchasing the Sharper Image MP3 Music & Video Player. This manual contains important safety information and correct operation instructions. Before using the player, read this manual thoroughly and keep it for future reference.

Trademarks and trade names used in this instruction manual are owned by their respective companies or organizations.

Unauthorized duplication of any recordings whether downloaded from the internet or made from audio CDs is a violation of copyright laws and international treaties.

The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material, may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence. This equipment should not be used for such purposes.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Always follow these basic safety precautions when using your player. This will reduce the risk of product damage and personal injury.

Do not disassemble, repair or modify the player by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. This device contains a built- in battery, do not dispose of in fire. In the event that the battery is leaking, do not handle the device with your bare hands. Contact the service center for help since the liquid may remain in the player. If your body or clothes had contact with the battery liquid, wash it off thoroughly with water. Also, if some liquid gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes but immediately wash them with clean water, and consult a doctor. Keep the player away from direct sunlight and any direct heat source. Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not use the player in dry environments to avoid static. Never apply heavy impact on the player, or place it on a magnet. Route the USB cable so that people and pets are not likely to trip over it. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer when you do not use the player for a long time. Clean only with a dry cloth. Make sure the player is turned off before cleaning. Do not use a liquid cleanser. Be sure to back up your files. We will not be liable for the loss of data due to improper operation, repair or other causes.

Precautions in using the earphones

Do not use the earphones while driving an automobile or riding a bicycle. It is dangerous, and against the law. To avoid an accident, do not turn up the volume of the earphones too high while walking. It is not recommended that you use the headphones at a high volume for an extended time, as this may cause hearing damage.

FEATURES

 2 GB Memory  High resolution color display  USB 2.0 high speed connector  Plays video (converted)  Displays JPG pictures  Plays MP3/WMA music  Digital voice recording with built-in microphone  Includes high-fidelity headphones  Li-Ion rechargeable battery  Folder navigation  Artists and lyrics on screen (Id3-Tag and LRC)  Equalizer

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

LEFT SIDE FRONT BACK

RIGHT SIDE

1. Reset hole

2. LCD screen

3. Volume control [ V ]

4. Next [ ]

5. Previous [ ]

BOTTOM

RES

ME AND YOU

DISPLAY SCREEN

Menu cotrol [ M ]

7. Power / Play button [ ]

8. USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connector for battery charging and data transfer

9. Headphone jack

8 93

1. Repeat / Follow / Contrast

2. Tempo rate

3. File format

4. EQ mode

5. Loop mode

6. Volume

7. Battery status

8. Song number

9. Song name / Singer

10. Play time

CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER

Files can be transferred directly into the player using the USB data cable. Make sure your computer is powered on. Below is the procedure of connecting the player to a computer:

1.1. Plug the larger USB connector of the USB cable into the USB port on the computer.

2. Plug the other end (small) of the USB cable to the player.

3. The computer system detects “New hardware” and starts to install the driver automatically. Wait for the system to finish the installation. When it has finished, “The Sharper MP3” will be created in “My Computer”.

TRANSFERRING MEDIA FILES TO THE PLAYER

To download files such as music, pictures, videos, or text from your computer, perform the following steps:

1. Connect the MP3 player to the USB port of your computer.

2. Open “Windows Explorer” or “My Computer”, and locate “The Sharper Image MP3”.

3. Select the files on your computer, and simply move it into “The Sharper MP3” in the usual way (drag-and-drop, copy-and-paste).

After copying is completed, the data will be available on the MP3 player.

We recommend using Windows Media Player to organize and transfer music and pictures to your player. For more information regarding Windows Media Player, please refer to the Quick Start Guide.

Note: Please do not disconnect the USB cable during loading, it may cause malfunction of the player and the files.

The Sharper MP3

Drag or copy

files here

The Sharper MP3 (G:)

Locate “The Sharper MP3”

Disconnecting the USB cable

After completing the file transfer, please disconnect the USB cable the following way:

1. Double click the green arrow “Safely Remove Hardware” in the task bar on the bottom right of the window.

2. Select “USB Device” and click “Stop”.

3. When the “Stop a Hardware device” appears, click “OK” to disconnect the USB mass storage device, and unplug the player safely.

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