Transcend MP 350 Operating Instructions
User’s Manual
Digital Music Player
MP350
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Table of Contents
Introduction︱ ......................................................................................... 5
Package Contents︱ ............................................................................... 5
Features︱ ............................................................................................... 7
System Requirements︱ ........................................................................ 7
Safety Precautions︱ ............................................................................. 8
General Use ............................................................................................................................8
Backing up Data .....................................................................................................................8
Caution: Risk of Deafness .....................................................................................................8
Reminders ................................................................ ................................ ...............................9
Player Controls︱ ................................................................................. 10
Music Playback Screen︱ .................................................................... 11
Basic Operation︱ ................................................................................ 12
Charging the Battery ............................................................................................................ 12
Power ON .............................................................................................................................. 12
Power Off .............................................................................................................................. 12
Play a Song ........................................................................................................................... 13
Pause a Song ........................................................................................................................ 13
Next Track ............................................................................................................................. 13
Previous Track ...................................................................................................................... 13
Fast Forward ......................................................................................................................... 13
Rewind ................................................................ ................................................................... 13
Increase Volume ................................................................................................................... 13
Decrease Volume ................................................................................................................. 13
Back / Options ...................................................................................................................... 13
Lock ....................................................................................................................................... 13
Reset ...................................................................................................................................... 13
MUSIC Mode︱ ...................................................................................... 14
Playing Audio Files .............................................................................................................. 14
Repeat Mode ......................................................................................................................... 14
EQ Mode ................................................................................................................................ 15
A-B Repeat ............................................................................................................................ 16
Adding a Song to My Playlist .............................................................................................. 16
Lyrics Sync ........................................................................................................................... 16
Delete ..................................................................................................................................... 17
My Playlists ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................... 17
Import Playlist (*.m3u) ......................................................................................................... 18
Playlist Playback (*.m3u) ..................................................................................................... 21
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File Navigator ........................................................................................................................ 22
RADIO Mode︱ ...................................................................................... 23
Listening to the Radio .......................................................................................................... 23
Selecting a Radio Station .................................................................................................... 23
Recalling a Saved Station .................................................................................................... 23
Recording the Radio ............................................................................................................ 23
Channel List .......................................................................................................................... 24
Save Station .......................................................................................................................... 24
Delete ..................................................................................................................................... 24
Delete All ............................................................................................................................... 24
Auto Search .......................................................................................................................... 25
FM Band ................................................................................................................................ 25
Fitness Mode | ...................................................................................... 26
Playing Audio Files .............................................................................................................. 26
My Playlists ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................... 26
Playlist Playback (*.m3u) ..................................................................................................... 26
File Navigator ........................................................................................................................ 27
Sport Setting ......................................................................................................................... 27
Enter Body Weight ............................................................................................................... 27
Sport Type ............................................................................................................................. 28
Set Goals ............................................................................................................................... 28
Goal: Chronograph............................................................................................................... 28
Goal: Timer ........................................................................................................................... 28
Goal: Calorie ......................................................................................................................... 28
History ................................................................................................................................... 29
Repeat Mode ......................................................................................................................... 29
RECORD Mode | ................................................................................... 30
Voice Recording ................................................................................................................... 30
FM Radio Recording ............................................................................................................. 30
Settings︱ .............................................................................................. 31
Record Quality ...................................................................................................................... 31
Record Gain .......................................................................................................................... 31
Power Saving ........................................................................................................................ 31
Sleep Timer ........................................................................................................................... 32
Auto Power Off ..................................................................................................................... 32
Display ................................................................ ................................................................ ... 32
Screen Saver ......................................................................................................................... 32
Contrast ................................................................................................................................. 33
Volume Limit ......................................................................................................................... 33
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Date / Time Settings ............................................................................................................. 34
Language .............................................................................................................................. 34
Player Info ............................................................................................................................. 34
Driver Installation︱ ............................................................................. 35
Driver Installation for XP, Vista, Windows®7, Windows®8 ................................................ 35
Driver Installation for Mac® OS X 10.0 or Later .................................................................. 35
Driver Installation for Linux® Kernel 2.4 or Later ............................................................... 35
Connecting to a Computer︱ ............................................................... 36
Transferring Files to the MP350 .......................................................................................... 36
Disconnecting from a Computer | ....................................................... 38
Troubleshooting︱ ............................................................................... 39
Specifications︱ ................................................................................... 41
Ordering Information︱ ........................................................................ 41
Recycling & Environmental Considerations︱ .................................. 42
Transcend Limited Warranty︱ ........................................................... 43
Introduction︱
Thank you for purchasing Transcend‟s MP350, a next-generation MP3 Player that combines all the advantages
of lightweight portable music with the benefits of a USB flash drive, and includes many extra features such as an
FM radio, voice recording, karaoke-style lyrics display, and A-B repeat functions. Your MP350 is equipped with a
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface to transfer data and music files to and from your computer quickly and easily. The
A-B repeat feature allows you to continuously replay specific sections of an audio file – ideal for learning foreign
languages and reviewing an important part of a song or recording. In addition, you can make personal memos
and record meetings or class lectures using the voice recorder with the built-in microphone. The stylish MP350
from Transcend will change the way you think about digital music forever.
Package Contents︱
The MP350 package includes the following items:
MP350
Earphones
Micro-B USB Cable
Neck Lanyard
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Quick Start Guide
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Features︱
Supports MP3, WMA and WAV music files
Vivid all-white OLED screen displays clear text at any angle and in any light
Recordable FM Radio with 20 station presets
Built-in microphone recording
Playlist Builder
Karaoke-style synchronized lyrics display
A-B repeat allows continuous replay of a designated section of a track
Supports 13 languages including menus, song/album title, artist name and lyrics
USB flash drive capabilities for data transfer and storage
Adjustable sleep timer
Power-saving screen savers and auto-shutoff function
8 Equalizer effects, including a customizable USER EQ setting
Internal Li-polymer battery provides up to 12 hours of continuous music playback*
Built-in USB 2.0 connector for easy computer connectivity and fast file transfers
Time and date display
* Max. playback time achieved with screen saver set to “10-Sec/Blank” and “Lyrics Sync” disabled.
System Requirements︱
A desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port
One of following operating systems:
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 7
Windows 8
Mac OS X 10.0 or later
Linux Kernel 2.4 or later
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Safety Precautions︱
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.
General Use
Unpack the contents of the MP350 package carefully.
Ensure USB connectors are the same size and shape before connecting – never force them
Always use the Transcend-provided power adapters and cables. Using incompatible cables may
permanently damage your MP350.
Never connect the MP350 to a USB hub. USB hubs connect to multiple devices at the same time,
resulting in inadequate or unstable power supply. This may cause damage to your digital music
player. Known problems caused by connecting to a USB hub include reduced playback time, random
resets, and in the worst case, permanent damage to the player‟s firmware.
Do not allow your MP350 to get wet or come in contact with water or any other liquids
Do not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.
Do not use or store your MP350 in any of the following environments:
o Direct sunlight
o Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
o In a closed car that is in direct sunlight
Always unplug the player once it is fully charged. Avoid charging the player for more than 12 hours.
Do not charge in high-temperature environments or while exposed to direct sunlight.
To maintain battery health, be sure to complete at least one full discharge/charge cycle per month.
Backing up Data
Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during operation. If you
decide to store data on your MP350 we strongly advise that you regularly backup the data to a
computer, or other storage medium.
To ensure Hi-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when connecting to a computer, please ensure the
computer has the necessary USB drivers installed. If you are unsure how to check this, please consult
your computer or motherboard User‟s Manual for USB driver information.
Caution: Risk of Deafness
Repeated or regular use of headphones or earphones at volume levels above 80 decibels can give a
false impression that the audio level is not high enough. Users may try to progressively increase the
volume control, therefore risking a dangerous noise level for their ears.
To protect your health and your hearing, keep the volume of your MP3 player below 80 decibels and do
not use for an extended period of time. Stop use if symptoms like headaches, nausea, or hearing
disorders occur.
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Your MP3 player is limited to a volume level of 100 decibels.
Both the MP3 player and its accompanying earphones are compliant with the French regulation
concerning musical Walkmans (24th July 1998 Order).
Before using any other earphones, confirm that their technical specifications are compatible with the
original set.
Reminders
If you leave the digital music player plugged into a notebook computer that is running on battery power,
the player will gradually drain power from your notebook‟s battery.
Follow the procedures in the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to properly remove your MP350
from a computer.
Transcend occasionally releases firmware updates for certain products. We suggest you visit
http://www.transcend-info.com and download the latest firmware version for your device.
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Player Controls︱
A
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Connector
B
Lock Button
C
Volume Down
D
White Monochrome OLED Display
E
Play / Pause / Power
F
Volume Up
G
Headphone Jack
H
Microphone
I
Previous / Rewind
J
Next / Fast-Forward
K
Back / Options
L
Reset Button
M
Sport Clip
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Music Playback Screen︱
ICON
INDICATION
A
Record Source
Built-in Microphone or FM Radio
B
Record Quality
Indicates the Record Quality, Low Quality, Medium Quality, High Quality
C
Repeat Mode
Normal, Random, Repeat One, Repeat All, Repeat Folder, Folder, and
A-B Repeat
D
EQ Mode
Normal, Bass, Jazz, Soft, Classical, Pop, Rock, User EQ
E
Sleep
Sleep Timer is enabled
F
Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off function is enabled
G
Lock
Lock button is enabled (controls are locked)
H
Battery
Battery power level
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Album / Artist /
Lyrics / Song Title
Displays album title, artist name, song title, file name, or lyrics
J
Track Time
The total length (play time) of the file
K
Track Number
Current track number and total number of tracks available
L
Play Status
Play, Pause, Fast Forward, Rewind, Stop, or Record status
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Basic Operation︱
NEVER plug the MP350 into a USB hub or an external USB port located on a keyboard,
monitor or other peripheral. This can permanently damage your digital music player.
When charging the battery, please connect the MP350 to your computer’s built-in USB port.
Charging the Battery
Open the MP350‟s USB port cap to insert the smaller Micro-B connector of the USB cable and plug the large
end of the USB cable into an available USB port on your desktop or notebook computer. The MP350‟s internal
Li-ion battery will begin charging. A battery charging indicator will appear in the upper right hand corner of the
player‟s screen. Leave the player plugged in until the battery charging animation stops.
Power ON
Press and hold the button to turn on the player. An animated logo will appear, followed by the player
status information. After the startup sequence, the Main Menu will be displayed, indicating the MP350 is ready
for use.
It takes a few seconds for the MP350 to power up.
Power Off
Press and hold the button to turn off the MP350.
It takes a few seconds to completely power down.
The power off animation will be displayed:
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Play a Song
Press the button to play a selected music or recording file.
Pause a Song
Press to pause and un-pause a song or recording during playback.
Next Track
Press to skip to the next available song.
Previous Track
Press
to go back to the previous song.
Fast Forward
Press and hold the button to fast-forward.
Rewind
Press and hold the
button to rewind.
Increase Volume
Press once or press and hold the
button until you reach the desired volume level.
Decrease Volume
Press once or press and hold the
button until you reach the desired volume level.
Back / Options
Press in any mode to back to previous Menu. Press and hold the
RADIO or FITNESS mode to open the Options menu..
button in MUSIC,
Lock
When the lock button is enabled, all of the MP350‟s buttons will be disabled, and cannot accidentally be
pressed while in your pocket.
Reset
If the MP350 is not functioning properly, you can reboot by pressing RESET for 3 to 5 seconds.
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