Transcend MP 510 User’s Manual
TM
T.sonic
510
User’s Manual
P/N TS256M/512MMP510
Table of Contents
Introduction................................................................................................... 1
Package Contents ..................................................................................................................... 1
Features..................................................................................................................................... 1
System Requirements ...............................................................................................................2
Reminders .................................................................................................................................2
Caution: Risk of Deafness......................................................................................................... 2
Product Overview ......................................................................................... 3
LCD Display................................................................................................... 3
Basic Operation ............................................................................................ 4
Power On...................................................................................................................................4
Power Off...................................................................................................................................4
Play a Track...............................................................................................................................4
Pause a Track............................................................................................................................ 4
Advance to the Next Track ........................................................................................................4
Return to Previous Track........................................................................................................... 4
Fast Forward.............................................................................................................................. 4
Rewind.......................................................................................................................................5
Increase Volume........................................................................................................................ 5
Decrease Volume...................................................................................................................... 5
Repeat a Track.......................................................................................................................... 5
Repeat All Tracks ...................................................................................................................... 5
Play Random Tracks .................................................................................................................5
Repeat a Folder......................................................................................................................... 5
Repeat a Portion of a Track (A-B Repeat)................................................................................. 5
Hold ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Driver Installation.......................................................................................... 6
Driver Installation for Windows 98SE....................................................................................... 6
Driver Installation for Windows Me, 2000 and XP.................................................................... 7
Driver Installation for Mac OS 9.0, or Later............................................................................. 7
Driver Installation for Linux Kernel 2.4, or Later...................................................................... 7
Music Functions............................................................................................ 9
Download or Upload MP3/WMA Files ....................................................................................... 9
Play MP3/WMA Music............................................................................................................... 9
Navigation Function................................................................................................................. 10
Sync Lyrics Function................................................................................................................ 10
A-B Repeat Function .................................................................................. 10
FM Functions (Radio) ................................................................................. 11
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Scan for a Channel.................................................................................................................. 11
Save a Channel....................................................................................................................... 11
Select a Preset Channel.......................................................................................................... 12
Record an FM Channel............................................................................................................12
Voice Recording Functions ....................................................................... 12
Record a Voice........................................................................................................................ 12
Play the Recorded Files........................................................................................................... 13
Delete MP3/WMA/WAV Files ...................................................................... 13
Settings........................................................................................................ 13
Equalizer (EQ) Mode............................................................................................................... 14
Set User EQ............................................................................................................................. 14
Repeat Mode........................................................................................................................... 14
Contrast................................................................................................................................... 15
Backlight.................................................................................................................................. 15
Power Saving........................................................................................................................... 15
REC Quality............................................................................................................................. 16
REC Environment.................................................................................................................... 16
Language.................................................................................................................................17
About ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Sync Lyrics Display.................................................................................................................. 17
Exit...........................................................................................................................................17
Safely Remove Your T.sonic...................................................................... 18
Removing the T.sonic in Windows 98SE............................................................................... 18
Removing the T.sonic in Windows Me, 2000, and XP........................................................... 18
Removing the T.sonic in Mac OS ......................................................................................... 18
Remove the T.sonic in Linux................................................................................................. 18
Recover Your T.sonic................................................................................. 19
Recovering the T.sonic in Windows 98SE............................................................................. 19
Recovering the T.sonic in Windows Me, 2000, and XP......................................................... 20
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................... 24
Specifications.............................................................................................. 27
Ordering Information.................................................................................. 27
T.sonic Limited Warranty........................................................................... 28
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s T.sonic™ 510. This tiny device is more than a USB Flash
Drive. It combines a USB Flash Drive with an MP3 player, A-B repeat function, voice recorder and
an FM radio. Your T.sonic™ 510 is equipped with a USB connection for easy data transfer
between any USB enabled desktop or notebook computer. With the T.sonic™ 510, you can
upload and download music files to and from a computer and then play the tracks on the device.
Using the A-B repeat function, you can continuously replay a designated section of a track, which
can be used as a handy language-learning tool. Also, you can record memos to yourself or from
others using the digital recorder. With an FM radio built-in, you can always listen to your favorite
radio station. Transcend’s latest T.sonic™ 510 is a step above the usual MP3 player.
Package Contents
The T.sonic 510 package includes the following items:
• T.sonic™ 510
• Earphones
• Neck strap
• Driver CD
• One AAA battery
• USB extension cable
• Quick Instruction Guide
Features
• USB1.1 compliant and USB2.0 compatible
• T.sonic™ 510’s Flash drive capabilities are powered directly via the USB port for data
transfers, no external power or battery is needed. To use the device as an MP3 player or
digital recorder, one AAA battery is required. (One AAA alkaline battery can support up
to 8 hours of operation)
• Supports 12 user languages including, filenames and ID3 tag/title recognition
• Supports MP3, WMA, and WAV formats
• Digital Voice Recorder
• A-B repeat function allows you to continuously replay a designated section of a track
• Supports the display of synchronized lyrics during MP3 and WMA playback
• Ability to Preset 20 FM channels and record from an FM channel to a WAV file
• Auto-powers off after 2, 10, or 30 minutes of no usage
• Bright backlit LCD Display indicates the usage status of the T.sonic™ 510
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System Requirements
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port
One of following operating systems:
• Windows
• Windows
• Windows
• Windows
• Mac OS 9.0 or later
• Linux Kernel 2.4 or later
98SE
Me
2000
XP
Reminders
1. Keep your T.sonic away from heat, direct sunlight, and moisture. Do not bend, flex, or drop
your T.sonic.
2. Make sure the HOLD switch is set to OFF before trying to Power-On the unit.
3. Always plug or unplug your T.sonic by grasping the unit’s sides.
4. Never use the “Quick Format” or “Full Format” in Windows to format your T.sonic.
5. Follow the procedures in the “Safely Remove Your T.sonic” section to remove your T.sonic
from the system.
Caution: Risk of Deafness
1. 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. End users may try to
progressively increase the volume control therefore risking a dangerous noise level for their
ears.
2. To protect your health and your hearing, keep the volume for 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.
3. Your MP3 player is limited to a volume level of 100 decibels.
4. Both the MP3 player and the earphones are compliant with the French regulation concerning
musical Walkmans (24
5. Before using other headphones, confirm that their technical specifications are compatible with
the original set.
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July 1998 Order).
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Product Overview
Joystick
PLAY-PAUSE/PWR ON Button
Microphone
A-B Button
HOLD Switch
Earphone Jack
Menu (In)
Next / Fast-forward (Right)
Previous / Rewind (Left)
Volume Up (Up)
Volume Down (Down)
USB Connector
LCD Display
Icons Indications
Hold Indicates when the Hold function is enabled.
Battery Status Indicates the Battery Status.
Operate Mode Displays the operational status, which includes Play, Pause, Fast Forward,
and Fast Reverse.
EQ Mode Indicates the EQ mode settings that include Normal, Classical, POP, Rock,
Jazz and User EQ.
A-B Repeat Indicates when A-B Repeat function is enabled.
Repeat Mode Indicates the repeat mode that includes Normal, Repeat One, Repeat All,
Random, and Repeat a Folder.
Volume Displays the volume status.
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Basic Operation
Power On
Press and hold the PLAY-PAUSE/PWR ON button to turn the power on. An animated logo will
appear on the LCD Display, and then you can start to use the T.sonic.
The waiting time for the power to turn on depends on how many files are on the T.sonic.
More files, means a longer waiting period when powering on your T.sonic.
If a “HOLD” message appears on the LCD when you attempt to Power-On the unit; this
means that the T.sonic’s HOLD switch is activated. You must deactivate the HOLD switch
before you can Power-On the T.sonic.
Power Off
Press and hold the PLAY-PAUSE/PWR ON button to turn the power off. In about three seconds
the Power Off Status Bar will appear on the LCD display to show you the Power Off status.
Release the PLAY-PAUSE/PWR ON button and the power will turn off.
Play a Track
Press the PLAY-PAUSE/PWR ON button to play an MP3/WMA or WAV track.
Pause a Track
Press the PLAY-PAUSE/PWR ON button to pause the track during playback.
Advance to the Next Track
Push the Joystick to the right (Next) to skip to the next track.
Return to Previous Track
Push the Joystick to the left (Previous) to go back to the previous track.
Fast Forward
Push and hold the Joystick to the right (Fast-forward) to fast-forward the track.
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Rewind
Push and hold the Joystick to the left (Rewind) to rewind the track.
Increase Volume
Push once or push and hold the Joystick upwards (Volume Up) until you have reached the
desired volume level.
Decrease Volume
Push once or push and hold the Joystick downwards (Volume Down) until you have reached
the desired volume level.
Repeat a Track
Please see the “Repeat Mode” in the “Settings” section for detailed instructions.
Repeat All Tracks
Please see the “Repeat Mode” in the “Settings” section for detailed instructions.
Play Random Tracks
Please see the “Repeat Mode” in the “Settings” section for detailed instructions.
Repeat a Folder
Please see the “Repeat Mode” in the “Settings” section for detailed instructions.
Repeat a Portion of a Track (A-B Repeat)
Press the A-B button to mark the beginning of the track’s portion you wish to repeat and then press
the button again to mark the end of the portion you wish to repeat. The marked portion is played as
a continuous loop when playing an MP3, WMA, or WAV track.
Hold
When the HOLD switch is set to the “HOLD” position, all of the Player’s buttons are disabled.
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Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Windows 98SE
1. Put the Driver CD into the CD-ROM (Auto-Run supported). Select the Win98 Driver button.
2. Select “Next” to continue.
3. The InstallShield Wizard will guide you through the installation process.
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4. After the drivers have been installed, plug your T.sonic into an available USB port. The New
Hardware Found dialogue boxes will appear.
5. Your computer will automatically detect this new device. A new Removable Disk drive with a
newly assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window.
Driver Installation for Windows Me, 2000 and XP
No drivers are required. These Windows operating systems have built-in drivers to support the
T.sonic. Simply plug your T.sonic into an available USB port and Windows will install the files
needed. A new Removable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter will appear in the My
Computer window.
Driver Installation for Mac OS 9.0, or Later
No drivers are required. Just plug your T.sonic into an available USB port and your computer will
automatically detect it.
Driver Installation for Linux Kernel 2.4, or Later
No drivers are required. Just plug your T.sonic into the USB port and mount it.
Example: 1. Create directory for /mnt/T.sonic first:
mkdir /mnt/T.sonic
2. mount T.sonic:
mount –a –t msdos /dev/sda1 /mnt/T.sonic
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