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Table of Contents
Package Contents..............................................................................................................................1
Introduction ............................................................................................ 1
Features.............................................................................................................................................2
System Requirements........................................................................................................................3
Safety....................................................................................................... 4
General Use.......................................................................................................................................4
Backing Up Data ................................................................................................................................4
Caution: Risk of Deafness .................................................................................................................4
Reminders..........................................................................................................................................4
Player Controls....................................................................................... 5
Player Controls....................................................................................... 6
Charging the Battery ..........................................................................................................................7
Power ON ..........................................................................................................................................7
Power OFF.........................................................................................................................................8
Play a Track .......................................................................................................................................8
Pause a Track....................................................................................................................................8
Next Track..........................................................................................................................................8
Previous Track ...................................................................................................................................8
Fast Forward......................................................................................................................................8
Fast Rewind .......................................................................................................................................8
Increase Volume ................................................................................................................................8
Decrease Volume ..............................................................................................................................8
Main Menu .........................................................................................................................................8
File Navigation ...................................................................................................................................9
Make an Audio Recording..................................................................................................................9
Repeat/Shuffle Functions...................................................................................................................9
A-B Repeat: Repeat a Section of a Track..........................................................................................9
Lock ...................................................................................................................................................9
Reset the T.sonic
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MUSIC Functions.................................................................................. 10
Play MP3, WMA and WMA-DRM10 (Subscription) Music ...............................................................10
File Navigator Mode.........................................................................................................................11
Create a Favorites Playlist ...............................................................................................................11
Delete a file in the MUSIC Mode......................................................................................................12
RADIO Functions.................................................................................. 13
Listen to the Radio ...........................................................................................................................13
Selecting a Radio Station.................................................................................................................13
Increase/Decrease the Volume........................................................................................................13
Saving a Radio Station ....................................................................................................................14
Recall a Saved Station.....................................................................................................................14
Record a Radio Station....................................................................................................................14
RECORD Functions.............................................................................. 16
Record Sound ..................................................................................................................................16
Select a Recording Device...............................................................................................................16
Record using the Built-In Microphone..............................................................................................17
Record using the External Microphone............................................................................................18
Record using the Line-In connection ...............................................................................................19
Play a Recorded Sound File ............................................................................................................20
File Navigator Mode.........................................................................................................................20
Delete a file in the RECORD Mode..................................................................................................21
VIDEO Functions.................................................................................. 22
Play MTV Video files on your T.sonic
File Navigator Mode.........................................................................................................................22
Delete a file in the VIDEO Mode ......................................................................................................23
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PHOTO Functions ................................................................................ 24
Display JPG and BMP Photo files on your T.sonic
File Navigator Mode.........................................................................................................................24
Delete a file in the PHOTO Mode ....................................................................................................25
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E-book Functions................................................................................. 26
Read TXT E-book files on your T.sonic
File Navigator Mode.........................................................................................................................26
Delete a file in the E-book Mode......................................................................................................27
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SETTINGS ............................................................................................. 28
Enter the Settings Menu ..................................................................................................................28
Repeat Mode ...................................................................................................................................28
Equalizer (EQ) Mode .......................................................................................................................29
User EQ Customization ...................................................................................................................29
Screen Saving..................................................................................................................................30
Sleep................................................................................................................................................31
Contrast ...........................................................................................................................................31
Language .........................................................................................................................................32
Sync Lyrics.......................................................................................................................................32
Playback Speed ...............................................................................................................................33
Radio Reset .....................................................................................................................................33
Media Transfer Modes .....................................................................................................................34
MTP Media Transfer Mode ..............................................................................................................34
USB Media Transfer Mode ..............................................................................................................34
Playlist Manager ..............................................................................................................................35
Slideshow Timer ..............................................................................................................................36
Real Time Clock (RTC)....................................................................................................................36
World Time.......................................................................................................................................37
REC Quality .....................................................................................................................................38
REC Input Device ............................................................................................................................39
VAD (Voice Activation Detection) ....................................................................................................39
About................................................................................................................................................40
Use with a Computer............................................................................ 41
Driver Installation for Windows
Driver Installation for Mac
Driver Installation for Linux
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Me, 2000 and XP..........................................................................41
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OS 10.0, or Later .................................................................................41
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Kernel 2.4, or Later ............................................................................41
Removing the T.sonic™ 820 in Windows
Removing the T.sonic™ 820 in Mac
Remove the T.sonic™ 820 in Linux
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T.sonic
Software ................................................................................................................46
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Me, 2000 and XP ...........................................................45
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OS 10.0, or Later ...................................................................45
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Kernel 2.4, or Later.................................................................45
Software Setup..................................................................................... 46
Software System Requirements ......................................................................................................46
Installing the T.sonic
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Software.......................................................................................................46
Transcend Multimedia Converter ....................................................... 48
Transcend Multimedia Converter.....................................................................................................48
Slideshow Maker.................................................................................. 50
Slideshow Maker..............................................................................................................................50
T.sonic™ Utility Software .....................................................................................................52
T.sonic Utility........................................................................................ 52
Installing the T.sonic Utility Program................................................................................................52
PC-Lock Function................................................................................. 54
PC-Lock Function for Windows
Lock Your Computer ........................................................................................................................56
Unlock Your Computer.....................................................................................................................56
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Me, 2000 and XP..........................................................................54
Boot-Up Function................................................................................. 57
System Requirements for the Boot-Up Function .............................................................................57
Enabling the Boot-Up Function ........................................................................................................57
Partition & Security Function.............................................................. 59
Enable the Security Function in Windows
Use the T.sonic
Changing your Password.................................................................................................................60
Forgotten your Password.................................................................................................................61
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Security Features.................................................................................................60
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Me, 2000 and XP..........................................................59
Recovery Function............................................................................... 62
Recover the T.sonic™ 820 in Windows
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Me, 2000 and XP..............................................................62
Troubleshooting................................................................................... 63
Specifications....................................................................................... 66
Warranty................................................................................................ 67
Glossary................................................................................................ 68
Terminology.......................................................................................... 70
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s T.sonic™ 820. The T.sonic™ 820 is an advanced Flash MP3 Player that can play Music, Video and Photos. The T.sonic
sounding MP3 player with a USB Flash Drive and includes many extra features as standard such as, an
FM Radio, Advanced Digital Voice Recorder, Direct Line-In recording, Karaoke-type Lyrics display, A-B
repeat functions and variable Track Playback speeds. Your T.sonic E-books and it supports Hi-speed USB 2.0 for faster uploading and downloading of files to and from a
computer. Using the A-B repeat and variable Track Playback speed features allows you to continuously
replay a designated section of a track at slower/faster speeds; this makes the T.sonic
language-learning tool. In addition, you can record memos to yourself or from others using the advanced
digital voice recorder and the unit’s Line-In recording feature lets you record music, or audio books directly
from a CD Player, or external microphone to your T.sonic
will change the way you think about your multimedia content forever.
Package Contents
The T.sonic™ 820 package includes the following items:
T.sonic
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820
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820 combines all the advantages of a great
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820. The stylish T.sonic™ 820 from Transcend
Introduction
Earphones
Software CD
Mini USB to USB A-Type cable
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Direct Line-In Recording cable
Quick Instruction Guide
Features
1.5-inch (128 x 128 pixel) SuperColor OLED Display for Playing Videos and Photos
Plays Music, Video (.mtv) and Photos (.jpg, .bmp)
MP3 Player supports MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM10 (subscription music) and WAV music formats
FM Radio (FM Radio recording and the ability to preset 9 FM radio stations)
Advanced Digital Voice Recorder
Ability to read E-books (.txt)
Karaoke-type lyrics display
Direct Line-In recording using an External Microphone, or Line-In (e.g. CD Player) connection
Introduction
VAD (Voice Activation Detection), Very High quality Gapless Audio Recordings
Playlist Builder
A-B repeat function allows you to continuously replay a designated section of a track
Variable Track Playback speeds
Supports 13 user languages including song/artist name display
USB Flash Drive capabilities for data transfer and storage
Included Software can be used to Lock your computer and setup Passwords for your files
7 Equalizer effects, including a customizable USER EQ setting
Powered using a rechargeable Li-ion battery (fully charged battery supports over 15 hours of
continuous music operation)
Hi-Speed Mini USB 2.0 port for easy computer connectivity and fast file transfers
Real Time Clock (RTC) displays local and world times
Sleep Mode, preset the player to Auto-Power OFF after 15, 30, or 60 minutes
Automatic screen saver runs if the unit is idle for more than a few seconds, this acts as a battery
saving measure
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System Requirements
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port.
One of the following Operating Systems (OS):
Windows
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Mac
Linux
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OS 10.0, or later
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Kernel 2.4, or later
Introduction
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Safety Precautions
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.
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Your T.sonic Please ensure that you connect the cable ends to the ports correctly.
820 is connected to a computer using a Mini USB to USB A-Type cable.
General Use
Carefully unpack the contents of the T.sonicDo not allow your T.sonic
Do not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.
Do not use or store your T.sonic
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to become damp or wet from water or any other liquids.
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in any of the listed 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
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package.
Backing Up Data
Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during operation. If you
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decide to store data on your T.sonic
computer, or other storage medium.
To ensure Hi-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when using the T.sonic
computer has the relevant USB drivers installed. If you are unsure on how to check this, please
consult the computer, or motherboard User’s Manual for USB driver information.
we strongly advise that you regularly backup the data to a
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820, please check the
Safety
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. 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 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.
3. Your MP3 player is limited to a volume level of 100 decibels.
4. Both the MP3 player and its accompanying earphones are compliant with the French regulation
concerning musical Walkmans (24
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July 1998 Order).
5. Before using other earphones, confirm that their technical specifications are compatible with the
original set.
Reminders
1. Make sure the LOCK switch is set to “OFF” before trying to Power ON the unit.
2. Never use the “Quick Format,” or “Full Format” in Windows
3. Follow the procedures in the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove your T.sonic 820 from a computer.
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to format your T.sonic™ 820.
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Product Overview
Microphone
A B
Earphones Jack
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Neck Strap hole
C
Line-In Port
D
Hi-Speed Mini USB 2.0 Port
E
F
G
H
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J
Reset Switch
K
LOCK Switch
Volume Up Button
RECORD Button
Back-Fast Rewind Button
POWER ON-OFF Button
L
M
N
O
P
SuperColor OLED Display
Q
Volume Down Button
Navigation Button
Next-Fast Forward Button
Menu Button
PLAY/PAUSE Button
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Color OLED Display
Player Controls Player Controls
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Figure 1. Color OLED Display
ICON INDICATION Player Mode Lock Battery Scrollbar Album/Artist Track Info Player Status Volume
A-B Repeat
EQ Mode
Indicates the MUSIC, RADIO, RECORD, VIDEO, PHOTO, E-book Modes
Indicates when the Lock switch is enabled
Indicates the Battery power level
Indicates the file length
Indicates the Song title and Album and/or Artist name
Indicates the Playtime length
Indicates the Play, Pause, Fast Forward, Fast Rewind and Record status
Indicates the volume level
Indicates the A-B Repeat/Repeat/Shuffle modes: Normal, Repeat One, Repeat All, Shuffle and Normal/Repeat/Shuffle in a Folder
Indicates the Equalizer (EQ) mode: Normal, POP, Rock, Classical, Jazz,
Bass and USER EQ
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Play Speed Time & Date REC settings
Indicates the Playback speed
Real Time Clock (RTC) displays times & Date
Indicates the Recording Source, Recording Quality and VAD
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Basic Operation
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Before using the T.sonic at least 12 hours by plugging it into a computer using the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable.
Charging the Battery
Plug the small end of the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable into the Mini USB connector on the T.sonic™ 820
and plug the large end of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop, or notebook computer.
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The T.sonic
820’s internal Li-ion battery will begin charging.
820 for the first time you need to charge the internal battery for
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Figure 2. Connecting to a Computer
Power ON
Press and Hold the “POWER ON-OFF” button to Power ON the T.sonic™ 820. An animated logo
will appear on the Color OLED Display. After the startup screen disappears the player will revert to the
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default MUSIC Mode screen, you can now begin to use the T.sonic
It takes a few seconds to Power ON the unit.
When powering on the unit, if the LOCK icon
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820’s “LOCK” switch is on. You must switch off the “LOCK” before you can Power ON the
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appears on the OLED Display, this means that the
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Power OFF
Press and Hold the “POWER ON-OFF” button to Power OFF the T.sonic
It takes a few seconds to Power OFF the unit.
The Color OLED screen will display the Power OFF status.
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Play a Track
Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to play a selected Music, Video, Photo, E-book, or Recorded
file.
Pause a Track
Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to pause a track during playback.
Next Track
Press the “Next-Fast Forw a rd” button to skip to the Next track.
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Previous Track
Press the “Back-Fast Rewi nd” button to return to the Previous track.
Fast Forward
Press and Hold the “Next-Fast Forward” button to Fast Forward a track.
Fast Rewind
Press and Hold the “Back-Fast Rewind” button to Fast Rewind a track.
Increase Volume
Press once, or Press and Hold the “Volume Up” button until you reach the desired volume
level.
Decrease Volume
Press once, or Press and Hold the “Volume Down” button until you reach the desired volume
level.
Main Menu
Press the “Menu” button in any Mode to enter the Main Menu. The Main Menu gives you
access to the MUSIC, RADIO, RECORD, VIDEO, PHOTO, E-book and SETTINGS Modes.
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File Navigation
Press the “Navigation” button in the MUSIC, RECORD, VIDEO, PHOTO, or E-book Mode to
enter the File Navigator for that mode.
Make an Audio Recording
The Default Recording Mode for the T.sonic™ 820 is its Built-in Microphone.
Press and Hold the “RECORD” button for more than 2 seconds in any mode except the
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RADIO Mode will activate the T.sonic
Press and Hold the “RECORD” button for more than 2 seconds during a recording to stop the
recording.
Recorded audio files are saved in the RECORD Mode.
820’s built-in microphone and begin recording.
Repeat/Shuffle Functions
Normal, Repeat One, Repeat All, or Shuffle a track and Normal/Repeat/Shuffle tracks in a Folder,
Please see the “REPEAT Mode” in the Settings section for detailed instructions.
A-B Repeat: Repeat a Section of a Track
In the MUSIC, or RECORD Modes’, press the “RECORD” button once to mark the beginning
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of the track you wish to repeat.
Press the “RECORD” button again to mark the end of the section of the track you wish to
repeat.
The marked section of the track is played as a continuous loop when playing an MP3, WMA,
WMA-DRM10, or WAV track.
Press the “RECORD” button for a third time to stop the track repeating.
Lock
When the “LOCK” switch is set to the “ON” position, all of the T.sonic™ 820’s buttons are
disabled.
Reset the T.sonic™ 820
You can Reset the unit by pressing the “Reset” button for 3 to 5 seconds.
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MUSIC Mode
If you want to buy DRM (Digital Rights Management) music online please be advised that the T.sonic
Transfer Mode to transfer the files to the player.
Play MP3, WMA and WMA-DRM10 (Subscription) Music
1. Press and Hold the “POWER ON-OFF” button to Power ON the unit. The default screen is the
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820 only supports WMA-DRM10 music files and you must use the MTP Music
MUSIC Mode screen.
You can also enter the MUSIC Mode by pressing the “Menu” button to enter the Main Menu,
then press the “Volume Up” button “MUSIC” icon. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button , or “Next-Fast Forward” button to enter the MUSIC Mode.
2. If no MP3, WMA, or WMA-DRM10 files exist, a “**No Files**” message will be displayed on the Color
OLED screen.
, or “Volume Down” button until you reach the
MUSIC Functions
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select a desired
MP3/WMA, or WMA-DRM10 file.
4. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
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320Kbps.
820 only supports Mpeg I Layer 3 and WMA files compressed at a rate between 32Kbps –
to play the MP3/WMA, or WMA-DRM10 music file.
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File Navigator Mode
The File Navigator is a fast and convenient way of moving between tracks, files and folders. You can also use the File Navigator to select Music files for your own personal Playlist. The order in which you select
files for inclusion in your Playlist is the order the files will be played.
1. Press the “Navigation” button
to enter the Navigator.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select a folder.
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button “Volume Down” button
selected music file.
4. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button
5. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level).
6. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button
quit the Navigator.
to select a file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to play a
to enter a folder, press the “Volume Up” button , or
will move you up one folder level.
repeatedly will take you back to the root directory
in the root directory [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level) will
MUSIC Functions
Create a Favorites Playlist
1. In the NAVIGATOR Mode select a file that you want to add to your Playlist.
2. Press the “Navigation” button
3. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select the Add to playlist option, press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
4. A track can be removed from your Playlist by selecting a Playlist track, then press the “Navigation”
button
to open the Remove from playlist, or Delete a file options.
to open the Add to playlist, or Delete a file options.
to add the track to your Playlist.
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5. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select the Remove from playlist option, press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to remove it from your Playlist.
Delete a file in the MUSIC Mode
1. In the MUSIC Mode, Press the “Navigation” button to enter the Navigator.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select a folder.
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button “Volume Down” button
4. Press the “Navigation” button “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select the DELETE option.
to select a file.
to open the Mark/Unmark, or Delete a file options. Press the
to enter a folder, press the “Volume Up” button , or
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5. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select YES, or NO to Delete the file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button NAVIGATOR Mode.
to confirm the selection and return to the
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RADIO Mode
Listen to the Radio
1. The Earphones must be plugged in to listen to the Radio.
2. Press the “Menu” button
3. Press the “Volume Up” button icon. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button RADIO Mode.
to enter the Main Menu.
, or “Volume Down” button until you reach the “RADIO”
, or “Next-Fast Forward” button to enter the
4. The FM Radio Frequency will be displayed on the Color OLED screen.
For your convenience the first time you use the Radio, all the FM channels will be automatically
scanned and the first 9 channels with a strong signal will be preset. This feature also works if you
activate the “FM Reset” in the SETTINGS menu.
RADIO Functions
Selecting a Radio Station
You can manually search for a Radio station in the RADIO Mode.
1. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button
frequency by 0.1 MHz each time until you reach the desired station. Alternatively, you can Press and
Hold the “Next-Fast Forward” button
for the next available channel.
, or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to adjust the FM
, or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to quickly auto-scan
Increase/Decrease the Volume
1. Press once, or Press and Hold the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Dow n” button until
you reach the desired volume level.
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Saving a Radio Station
You can save your 9 favorite Radio stations from CH 01 to CH 9 in the T.sonic™ 820’s memory.
1. Select the Radio station (FM frequency) that you wish to save.
2. Press the “Navigation” button
to display the channel numbers 1 to 9 at the screen.
3. Press and hold the corresponding button to save the selected station to the channel number.
Recall a Saved Station
1. In the RADIO Mode press the “Navigation” button to display the channel numbers 1 to 9 at the
screen.
2. Press the corresponding button to select the channel number of the Radio station to which you want to
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listen then the Radio station that has been saved to this channel will begin to play.
3. The screen will return to the RADIO Mode displaying the saved FM frequency.
Record a Radio Station
1. Select the Radio station (FM frequency) that you wish to record.
2. Press and Hold the “RECORD” button
3. A recording FM Radio file is generated and will appear on the screen; this file is saved in the RECORD Mode in the [/FMIN.DIR/] folder.
4. Files Recorded from the FM Radio are named in the order [Month/DayF001.WAV], then [Month/DayF002.WAV], and so forth.
for more than 2 seconds to begin recording the station.
5. Pressing the “PLAY/PAUSE” button “PLAY/PAUSE” button
again will resume the recording.
during a recording will Pause the recording, pressing the
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6. Press and Hold the “RECORD” button for more than 2 seconds during a recording to stop the recording and the screen will return to the RADIO Mode.
7. Radio Recordings are saved in the RECORD Mode in the [/FMIN.DIR/] folder, Recorded Radio files are saved in the order [Month/DayF001.WAV], then [Month/DayF002.WAV], and so forth. Recorded Radio files can be accessed using the File Navigator.
Sample rate Channels 2GB 4GB
Record Sound
Low (8KHz) 2 (stereo) 64 hrs 128 hrs
Med (16KHz) 2 (stereo) 32 hrs 64 hrs
High (32KHz) 2 (stereo) 16 hrs 32 hrs
If not enough memory space is available, or the battery power is too low, the T.sonic™ 820 cannot
support the maximum recording capacity as outlined in the above table.
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RECORD Mode
Record Sound
The T.sonic™ 820 has advanced recording features and is capable of recording audio from 4 different sources: FM Radio, Built-In Microphone, External Microphone, or Line-In (e.g. CD Player), all are
capable of making very high quality Audio Recordings.
The FM Radio recording feature has been covered in the previous section “Record a Radio Station.”
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If you want to make a recording using the T.sonic
as the recording source.
Select a Recording Device
The default Audio Recording method for the T.sonic™ 820 is its Built-In Microphone. However, you have the option of selecting an External Microphone, or Line-In Device to make a recording.
820’s Built-In Microphone you must select the “MIC”
1. Pressing and Holding the “RECORD” button RADIO Mode will begin an audio recording using the T.sonic™ 820’s Built-in Microphone.
2. Select a recording device by Pressing the “Menu” button
3. Press the “Volume Up” button “SETTINGS” icon. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button , or “Next-Fast Forward” button to
enter the SETTINGS Mode.
, or “Volume Down” button until you reach the
for more than 2 seconds in any Mode except the
to enter the Main Menu.
4. In the SETTINGS Mode, Press the “Volume Up” / “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast Forward” / “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the REC Input Device icon, then press
the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to enter the REC INPUT DEVICE Mode.
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5. In the REC INPUT DEVICE Mode, Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button
to select the MIC (Internal Microphone), Ext MIC (External Microphone), or Line-In (e.g. CD
Player) as the recording device, then press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to confirm the selection.
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Record using the Built-In Microphone
1. Unless otherwise selected, Pressing and Holding the “RECORD” button for more than 2
seconds in any mode except the RADIO Mode will begin an audio recording using the T.sonic™ 820’s
Built-in Microphone.
2. A Recording file is generated and will appear on the screen; this file is saved in the RECORD Mode in the [/MICIN.DIR/] folder.
3. Files Recorded using the Built-in Microphone are named in the order [Month/DayM001.WAV], then [Month/DayM002.WAV] and so forth.
RECORD Functions
4. Pressing the “PLAY/PAUSE” button “PLAY/PAUSE” button
5. Press the “RECORD” button and the screen will return to the RECORD Mode.
6. Recorded audio files can be accessed in the RECORD Mode, or by using the File Navigator.
Sample rate Channels 2GB 4GB
Low (8KHz) 1 (mono) 128 hrs 256 hrs
Record Sound
Med (16KHz) 1 (mono) 64 hrs 128 hrs
High (32KHz) 1 (mono) 32 hrs 64 hrs
If not enough memory space is available, or the battery power is too low, the T.sonic™ 820 cannot
support the maximum recording capacity as outlined in the above table.
The closer you move the T.sonic
of the recording.
again will resume the recording.
for more than 2 seconds during a recording to stop the recording
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820’s Microphone to the source of the sound the higher the quality
during a recording will Pause the recording, pressing the
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Record using the External Microphone
1. In the REC INPUT DEVICE Mode select Ext MIC (External Microphone) as the recording device.
2. Plug an External Microphone into the T.sonic
3. Press and Hold the “RECORD” button using the External Microphone.
4. A Recording file is generated and will appear on the screen; this file is saved in the RECORD Mode in the [/MICIN.DIR/] folder.
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820’s Line-In port.
for more than 2 seconds to begin an audio recording
5. Files Recorded using an External Microphone are named in the order [Month/DayM001.WAV], then [Month/DayM002.WAV] and so forth.
6. Pressing the “PLAY/PAUSE” button “PLAY/PAUSE” button
again will resume the recording.
during a recording will Pause the recording, pressing the
RECORD Functions
7. Press the “RECORD” button and the screen will return to the RECORD Mode.
8. Recorded audio files can be accessed in the RECORD Mode, or by using the File Navigator.
Sample rate Channels 2GB 4GB
Low (8KHz) 1 (mono) 128 hrs 256 hrs
Record Sound
Med (16KHz) 1 (mono) 64 hrs 128 hrs
High (32KHz) 1 (mono) 32 hrs 64 hrs
If not enough memory space is available, or the battery power is too low, the T.sonic™ 820 cannot
support the maximum recording capacity as outlined in the above table.
The closer you move the External Microphone to the source of the sound the higher the quality of
the recording.
for more than 2 seconds during a recording to stop the recording
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Record using the Line-In connection
1. In the REC INPUT DEVICE Mode select Line-In as the recording device.
2. Plug the Line-In cable into the T.sonic
cable to a compatible source device e.g. CD Player.
3. Press and Hold the “RECORD” button device using the T.sonic™ 820’s Line-In connection.
4. A Recording file is generated and will appear on the screen; this file is saved in the RECORD Mode in the [/LINEIN.DIR/] folder.
™
820’s Line-In port and connect the other end of the Line-In
for more than 2 seconds to begin recording the source
5. Files Recorded using the Line-In are named in the order [Month/DayL001.WAV], then [Month/DayL002.WAV] and so forth.
6. Pressing the “PLAY/PAUSE” button “PLAY/PAUSE” button again will resume the recording.
during a recording will Pause the recording, pressing the
RECORD Functions
7. Press the “RECORD” button and the screen will return to the RECORD Mode.
8. Recorded files can be accessed in the RECORD Mode, or by using the File Navigator.
Sample rate Channels 2GB 4GB
Low (8KHz) 2 (mono) 64 hrs 128 hrs
Record Sound
Med (16KHz) 2 (mono) 32 hrs 64 hrs
High (32KHz) 2 (mono) 16 hrs 32 hrs
If not enough memory space is available, or the battery power is too low, the T.sonic™ 820 cannot
support the maximum recording capacity as outlined in the above table.
for more than 2 seconds during a recording to stop the recording
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Play a Recorded Sound File
1. Press the “Menu” button to enter the Main Menu.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button icon. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button RECORD Mode.
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button [Month/DayF00x.WAV], [Month/DayM00x.WAV], or [Month/DayL00x.WAV] file.
4. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
, or “Volume Down” button until you reach the “RECORD”
, or “Next-Fast Forward” button to enter the
, or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to select a desired
to play the recorded file.
File Navigator Mode
The File Navigator is a fast and convenient way of moving between tracks, files and folders.
1. In RECORD Mode, Press the “Navigation” button
to enter the Navigator.
RECORD Functions
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select the [/MICIN.DIR/], or [/LINEIN.DIR/] folder.
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button press the “Volume Up” button [Month/DayM00x.WAV], or [Month/DayL00x.WAV] file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to play the file.
4. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button
5. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level).
6. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button
quit the Navigator.
to enter the [/MICIN.DIR/], or [/LINEIN.DIR/] folder,
, or “Volume Down” button to select a
will move you up one folder level.
repeatedly will take you back to the root directory
in the root directory [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level) will
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Delete a file in the RECORD Mode
1. Press the “Navigation” button to enter the Navigator.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button “Volume Down” button DELETE FILE Mode.
4. Press the “Volume Up” button the file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button NAVIGATOR Mode.
to select a file and press the “Navigation” button to enter the
, or “Volume Down” button to select a folder.
, or “Volume Down” button to select YES, or NO to Delete
to enter a folder, press the “Volume Up” button , or
to confirm the selection and return to the
RECORD Functions
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VIDEO Mode
™
If you want to play Videos on your T.sonic ‘.mtv’ file format before transferring the Video to the player.
Play MTV Video files on your T.sonic™ 820
1. Press the “Menu” button to enter the Main Menu.
820 you must convert your Video file(s) to the
2. Press the “Volume Up” button
icon. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
Mode.
, or “Volume Down” button until you reach the “VIDEO”
, or “Next-Fast Forward” button to enter the VIDEO
3. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select a desired MTV file.
4. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
5. During Video Playback Pressing and Holding the “Next-Fast Forward” button
the Video and Pressing and Holding the “Back-Fast Rewind” button will Fast Rewind the
Video.
™
T.sonic
Converter” Software to convert “.MPEG4,” “.DivX,” “.AVI” and “.xVID” video files to the “.mtv”
format.
820 only supports “.mtv” video files. You must use the “Transcend Multimedia
to play the Video file.
will Fast Forward
VIDEO Functions
File Navigator Mode
The File Navigator is a fast and convenient way of moving between files and folders.
1. In the VIDEO Mode, Press the “Navigation” button
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select a folder.
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button “Volume Down” button
selected Video file.
4. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button
to select a file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to play a
to enter a folder, press the “Volume Up” button , or
will move you up one folder level.
to enter the Navigator.
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5. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button repeatedly will take you back to the root directory [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level).
6. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button
quit the Navigator.
in the root directory [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level) will
Delete a file in the VIDEO Mode
1. Press the “Navigation” button to enter the Navigator.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select a folder.
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button “Volume Down” button to select a file and press the “Navigation” button to enter the DELETE FILE Mode.
4. Press the “Volume Up” button
, or “Volume Down” button to select YES, or NO to Delete
to enter a folder, press the “Volume Up” button , or
VIDEO Functions
the file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to confirm the selection and return to the NAVIGATOR Mode.
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PHOTO Mode
™
If you want to display Photos on your T.sonic file to transfer to the player.
Display JPG and BMP Photo files on your T.sonic™ 820
1. Press the “Menu” button to enter the Main Menu.
820 you must select a ‘.jpg’ or ‘.bmp’ photo
2. Press the “Volume Up” button icon. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button PHOTO Mode.
, or “Volume Down” button until you reach the “PHOTO”
, or “Next-Fast Forward” button to enter the
3. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select a desired JPG, or BMP
file.
4. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
again to begin the Photo Slideshow.
T.sonic
™
820 only supports “.jpg” and “.bmp” photo files.
to display the Photo file, press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
File Navigator Mode
The File Navigator is a fast and convenient way of moving between files and folders.
PHOTO Functions
1. In the PHOTO Mode, Press the “Navigation” button
to enter the Navigator.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select a folder.
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button “Volume Down” button
selected Photo file.
4. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button
5. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level).
6. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button
quit the Navigator.
to select a file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to display a
to enter a folder, press the “Volume Up” button , or
will move you up one folder level.
repeatedly will take you back to the root directory
in the root directory [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level) will
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Delete a file in the PHOTO Mode
1. Press the “Navigation” button to enter the Navigator.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button “Volume Down” button DELETE FILE Mode.
4. Press the “Volume Up” button the file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button NAVIGATOR Mode.
to select a file and press the “Navigation” button to enter the
, or “Volume Down” button to select a folder.
, or “Volume Down” button to select YES, or NO to Delete
to enter a folder, press the “Volume Up” button , or
to confirm the selection and return to the
PHOTO Functions
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E-book Mode
™
If you want to read E-books on your T.sonic transfer to the player.
Read TXT E-book files on your T.sonic™ 820
1. Press the “Menu” button to enter the Main Menu.
820 you must select a ‘.txt’ E-book file to
2. Press the “Volume Up” button icon. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button E-book Mode.
, or “Volume Down” button until you reach the “E-book”
, or “Next-Fast Forward” button to enter the
3. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select a desired TXT file.
4. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
5. Press the “Volume Up” button
Previous/Next line of text in the E-book.
T.sonic
™
820 only supports “.txt” E-book files.
to display the E-book.
, or “Volume Down” button to move Up/Down to the
File Navigator Mode
E-book Functions
The File Navigator is a fast and convenient way of moving between files and folders.
1. In the E-book Mode, Press the “Navigation” button
to enter the Navigator.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select a folder.
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button “Volume Down” button
selected E-book file.
4. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button
5. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level).
to select a file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to play a
to enter a folder, press the “Volume Up” button , or
will move you up one folder level.
repeatedly will take you back to the root directory
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6. Pressing the “Back-Fast Rewind” button in the root directory [/Root.DIR/] (top folder level) will quit the Navigator.
Delete a file in the E-book Mode
1. Press the “Navigation” button to enter the Navigator.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button
3. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button “Volume Down” button DELETE FILE Mode.
4. Press the “Volume Up” button the file and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button NAVIGATOR Mode.
to select a file and press the “Navigation” button to enter the
, or “Volume Down” button to select a folder.
, or “Volume Down” button to select YES, or NO to Delete
to enter a folder, press the “Volume Up” button , or
to confirm the selection and return to the
E-book Functions
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Settings
Enter the Settings Menu
1. Press the “Menu” button to enter the Main Menu.
2. Press the “Volume Up” button “SETTINGS” icon. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
enter the SETTINGS Mode.
, or “Volume Down” button until you reach the
, or “Next-Fast Forward” button to
Repeat Mode
There are several REPEAT Modes to choose from: Normal, Repeat One, Repeat All, Shuffle and
Normal/Repeat/Shuffle all the files in a Folder.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Repeat icon, then press the
to enter the REPEAT Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
SETTINGS
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to change the REPEAT Mode,
press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
Menu.
to select the Repeat setting and return to the SETTINGS
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Equalizer (EQ) Mode
There are several EQUALIZER Modes to choose from: Normal, Pop, Rock, Classical, Jazz, Bass, or User
EQ.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button to enter the EQUALIZER Mode.
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Equalizer icon, then press the
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to change the EQUALIZER Mode, press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
Menu. You will immediately hear the different sound effect in your earphones.
to select the EQ setting and return to the SETTINGS
SETTINGS
User EQ Customization
The User EQ allows you to customize the settings of a 5 Band Equalizer to your personal preferences.
1. In the EQUALIZER Mode, press the “Volume Up” button
select the Set User EQ icon, then press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
Mode.
2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to switch between the 5 customizable equalizer Bands: 80Hz – 250Hz – 1KHz – 4KHz – 12KHz. Press the “Volume Up” button
to +7dB in 1.0dB steps.
, or “Volume Down” button to Increase, or Decrease the EQ settings from -8dB
, or “Volume Down” button to
to enter the Set USER EQ
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3. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to save the new User EQ settings and return to the EQUALIZER Mode.
Screen Saving
Sets a time delay for the screen to (1) go Blank, (2) display the Logo, (3) display the Song Title, (4) display Clock, or (5) display Photos, if no buttons are being pressed e.g. After 30 Seconds of button
inactivity the screen will go blank.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button to enter the SCREEN SAVEING Mode.
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Screen Saving icon, then press the
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to set the timer for the Screen Saving: Always Off – 30 Sec – 1 Min – 10 Mins. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
Screen Saving timer delay.
to select the
3. After you select a Screen Saving timer delay you can setup the screen to go Blank, display the Clock,
SETTINGS SETTINGS
display the Song Title, or display Photos when the screen saver is activated.
4. Press the “Volume Up” button Song Title, Clock, or Photos icon. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button Screen Saving and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
, or “Volume Down” button to select the Blank, Logo,
to select the type of
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Sleep
Sets a time delay to automatically Power OFF the T.sonic™ 820 even during operation.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Sleep icon, then press the
to enter the SLEEP Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to set the Sleep timer for the unit to automatically Power OFF: Disable – 15 Mins – 30 Mins – 60 Mins. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE”
button
to select the Sleep timer delay and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
Contrast
Sets the contrast of the Color OLED display, but the higher the contrast level, the greater the drain on the
battery.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button
2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to Increase, or
Decrease the OLED’s Contrast. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button level and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Contrast icon, then press the
to enter the CONTRAST Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
to select the new Contrast
SETTINGS SETTINGS
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Language
Sets the T.sonic™ 820’s User language, including the display of song and artist titles. The player supports
13 User languages.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button to enter the LANGUAGE Mode.
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Language icon, then press the
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to change the User Language. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
Menu.
to select the new Language and return to the SETTINGS
Sync Lyrics
SETTINGS SETTINGS
Karaoke-type feature that displays the lyrics of a song on the Color OLED screen during Playback.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Sync Lyrics icon, then press the
to enter the SYNC LYRICS Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to ENABLE, or DISABLE the Sync Lyrics feature. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button SETTINGS Menu.
to save the selection and return to the
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Playback Speed
The speed at which you listen to an audio file can be increased, or decreased. Playback speeds can be set to 0.67x, 0.8x, 1.0x, 1.14x and 1.33x.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward”
the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to enter the Playback Speed Menu.
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Playback Speed icon, then press
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to switch between the 5 Playback Speed settings: 0.67x – 0.8x – 1.0x – 1.14x – 1.33x. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to select the Playback Speed and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
Radio Reset
SETTINGS
Resets the saved Radio stations, so the next time you enter the RADIO Mode the T.sonic™ 820 will
automatically scan and save the 9 strongest Radio station signals.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button to enter the Radio Reset Mode.
/ “Back-Fast Rew ind” buttons to select the Radio Reset icon, then press the
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select YES, or NO and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to confirm the selection and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
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Media Transfer Modes
To transfer Multimedia files to your T.sonic™ 820 you must select one of two Media Transfer Modes. One mode is the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) Media Transfer Mode and the other is the USB Media
Transfer Mode
MTP Media Transfer Mode
If you want to buy and play WMA-DRM10 (only) music files, you must select Windows Media Player 10 to
transfer and synchronize your WMA-DRM10 music files with the T.sonic
™
820’s MTP Folder.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” / “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Media Transfer Mode icon, then
press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to enter the MEDIA TRANSFER Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select MTP, press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to confirm the selection and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
3. When transferring files in the MTP Media Transfer Mode you will have the option of using two folders
to store files, an MTP Media, or Data Folder. Use Windows Media Player 10 to transfer and synchronize your WMA-DRM10 music files with the MTP Folder. All other files should be transferred to the Data Folder.
SETTINGS
USB Media Transfer Mode
If you are using a Mac™/Linux™ computer, or you want to create specific folders on your PC for each of
your media files (Music, Video, Photo, E-book), please select the USB (WMA-DRM10 NOT supported) Media Transfer Mode to transfer multimedia files to your T.sonic
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward”
press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Media Transfer Mode icon, then
to enter the MEDIA TRANSFER Mode.
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™
820.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select USB, press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to confirm the selection and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
3. In the USB Mode (WMA-DRM10 NOT supported) you can drag and drop files onto any media specific folders that you have created, or onto the T.sonic
™
820’s corresponding Removable Disk drive letter.
Playlist Manager
The Playlist manager is a quick and easy way to manage your personal Playlist.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” / “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Playlist Manager icon, then press
the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to enter the PLAYLIST MANAGER Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to ENABLE, DISABLE, or RESET your current Playlist. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to save the selection and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
3. Enabling the Playlist Manager feature will allow you to play your Playlist the next time you go into the MUSIC Mode.
SETTINGS SETTINGS
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Slideshow Timer
Sets a time delay for the photo that is currently being displayed on the screen to change to the next photo.
You must use the SlideShow Maker software application to setup a photo slideshow. The Slideshow feature will only work on “.sls” files. Please see the “SlideShow Maker” section in the Software Setup
chapter to configure the Slideshow application.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward”
the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the Slideshow Timer icon, then press
to enter the SLIDESHOW TIMER Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to set the timer for the Slideshow: Disable – 1 Sec – 3 Sec – 5 Sec – 10 Sec. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button select the Slideshow timer delay and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
to
SETTINGS SETTINGS
Real Time Clock (RTC)
The T.sonic™ 820’s RTC displays the local time and date, both can be adjusted and an additional setting
lets you enable Daylight Saving Time (DST) to allow for local Summer and Winter times.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button
2. Press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind” button to switch between
the Time, Month, Day and Year. Press the “Volume Up” button
to change the time, or date.
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the RTC icon, then press the
to enter the RTC Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
, or “Volume Down” button
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3. After scrolling through the Time and Date you will have the option of enabling/disabling the Daylight
Saving Time (DST) feature.
4. Press the “Volume Up” button DST feature and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button RTC Menu.
, or “Volume Down” button to ENABLE, or DISABLE the
to confirm your selections and return to the
5. Enabling the Daylight Saving Time feature will automatically adjust the T.sonic™ 820’s Clock by plus,
or minus one hour depending on the time of year and the time zone you are in.
6. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
in the RTC Menu to return to the SETTINGS Menu.
World Time
The T.sonic™ 820 has the ability to display the local time for different time zones; this is a handy feature if
you are traveling.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button to enter the WORLD TIME Mode.
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the World Time icon, then press the
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. In the Time Zone screen, press the “Next-Fast Forward” button , or “Back-Fast Rewind”
button
to select the Time Zone you are in.
SETTINGS SETTINGS
3. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to confirm the new time and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
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REC Quality
The quality of an audio recording can be set to Low (8,000Hz), Medium (16,000Hz), or High (32,000Hz),
but the higher you set the Recording Quality the greater the memory space required to save the resulting
WAV file.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” / “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the REC Quality icon, then press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to enter the REC QUALITY Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to switch between the 3 Recording Quality settings: Low – Med – High. Press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to select the REC Quality level and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
SETTINGS
Sample rate Channels* 2GB 4GB
Record Sound
If not enough memory space is available, or the battery power is too low, the T.sonic™ 820 cannot
support the maximum recording capacity as outlined in the above table.
The closer you move the T.sonic
of the recording.
RADIO Recordings are recorded in Stereo. MIC Recordings are recorded in Mono. Line-In
Recordings are recorded in Stereo, or Mono depending on the Line-In device that is used.
Low (8KHz) 1 (stereo/mono) 64/128 hrs 128/256 hrs
Med (16KHz) 1 (stereo/mono) 32/64 hrs 64/128 hrs
High (32KHz) 1 (stereo/mono) 16/32 hrs 32/64 hrs
™
820’s Microphone to the source of the sound the higher the quality
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REC Input Device
Select the MIC (Built-In Microphone), Ext MIC (External Microphone) or LINE-IN (e.g. CD Player) to
™
be the Audio Recording method used by the T.sonic
820.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward”
the “PLAY/PAUSE” button to enter the REC INPUT DEVICE Mode.
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the REC Input Device icon, then press
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select the MIC (Microphone), Ext MIC (External Microphone) or LINE-IN (e.g. CD Player) as the audio recording method and
press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button
to confirm the selection and return to the SETTINGS Menu.
VAD (Voice Activation Detection)
SETTINGS SETTINGS
VAD allows the T.sonic™ 820 to make gapless audio recordings. This means the player will only begin recording when it detects the subject is speaking, if the person(s) pauses, or stops speaking the T.sonic 820 will stop recording until the person(s) starts speaking again. This allows you to make complete and
very easy to listen to recordings.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the VAD icon, then press the
to enter the VAD Mode.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
™
2. Press the “Volume Up” button , or “Volume Down” button to select the ENABLE, or DISABLE option and press the “PLAY/PAUSE” button REC Settings Menu.
to confirm the selection and return to the
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About
Displays information about the T.sonic™ 820’s firmware version and memory capacity.
1. In the SETTINGS Menu, press the “Volume Up” Forward” “PLAY/PAUSE” button
/ “Back-Fast Rewind” buttons to select the About icon, then press the
to display the About information on the Color OLED screen.
/ “Volume Down” , or “Next-Fast
SETTINGS
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Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Windows® Me, 2000 and XP
No drivers are required. These Windows
™
820. Plug your T.sonic
820 into an available USB port and Windows
®
Operating Systems have built-in drivers to support the T.sonic™
®
will install the necessary files. A
new Removable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window.
Driver Installation for Mac™ OS 10.0, or Later
No drivers are required. Plug your T.sonic™ 820 into an available USB port and your computer will
automatically detect it.
Figure 3. Mac Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or Later
No drivers are required. Plug your T.sonic™ 820 into a USB port and mount it.
1. First create a directory for the T.sonic.
Example: mkdir /mnt /T.sonic
2. Then, mount the T.sonic.
Example: mount –a –t msdos /dev/sda1 /mnt /T.sonic
1. When the T.sonic
™
820 is connected to a computer it is locked into transferring files. You will not be able to play or record any music at this time. Please disconnect your T.sonic 820 from the computer when you want to use the player.
2. NEVER
format your T.sonic™ 820 in Windows.
3. Audio files (MP3/WMA/WMA-DRM10/WAV) must be organized, so that they are no more than 4 folder levels away from the [/Root.DIR/] root directory.
4. The T.sonic
™
820 is limited to 128 characters for a file name.
Use with a Computer Use with a Computer
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Connecting to a Computer
If you want to buy and play WMA-DRM10 (only) music files, or you are using Windows Media Player 10 you must choose the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) Music Transfer Mode to transfer and synchronize music files between the computer and your T.sonic
1. Plug the small end of the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable into the Mini USB connector on the T.sonic™ 820 and plug the large end of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop, or notebook
™
computer. When connected to a computer the T.sonic charging and the T.sonic
™
can only be used for transferring files.
820’s rechargeable Li-ion battery will begin
™
820.
Figure 4. Connecting to a Computer
Use with a Computer
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Download and Upload Music and other Files
If you want to buy and play WMA-DRM10 (only) music files, you must select Windows Media Player 10 to transfer and synchronize your WMA-DRM10 music files with the T.sonic
Other than the Radio, if you want to be entertained by your T.sonic™ 820 you must download Music, Video, Photo, or E-book files to the Player.
1. If you are using a Windows OS, please find out what version of Windows Media Player the computer is
running before connecting your T.sonic to listen to WMA-DRM10 music, please see the “Media Transfer Mode” section in SETTINGS.
2. Plug the small end of the Mini USB to USB A-Type cable into the T.sonic
plug the large end of the cable into an available USB port on a computer. When connected to a
computer the unit’s rechargeable Li-ion battery will begin charging and the T.sonic
used for transferring files.
™
820’s MTP Folder.
™
820. If you are using Windows Media Player 10, or you want
™
820’s Mini USB port and
™
820 can only be
Figure 5. Mini USB Cable and Connecting to a Computer
Use with a Computer
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3. After you connect the T.sonic™ 820 to a computer its screen will display a “READY” message,
indicating that files can be loaded onto the player. If you are using Windows
drive with a newly assigned drive letter representing the T.sonic
®
a new Removable Disk
™
820 will appear in the My
Computer window.
Figure 6. *F: is an example drive letter, the letter in your “My Computer” window may differ
4. In the MTP (Media Transfer Mode) use Windows Media Player 10 to transfer and synchronize your WMA-DRM10 Music files with the T.sonic
™
820’s MTP Folder, all other files should be dropped on to
the Data Folder. In the USB Mode (WMA-DRM10 NOT supported) you can create specific folders on
your PC for each of your media files (Music, Video, Photo, E-book). Drag and drop your files onto the
™
media folders, or onto the T.sonic
820’s corresponding Removable Disk drive letter, at this stage the
players’ screen will display a “WRITE” message indicating that the files are being transferred to the
™
T.sonic
. When the players’ screen returns to the “READY” message you will know that the files
have successfully transferred.
5. If you choose to upload files, or folders to the computer, the players’ screen will display a “READ”
message indicating that the files are being transferred to the Computer. When the players’ screen
returns to the “READY” message you will know that the files have successfully transferred.
Use with a Computer
6. Always disconnect the T.sonic “Safely Remove Hardware” icon that can be found on the Windows
computer screen.
™
from a computer by selecting and following the instructions for the
Figure 7. Safely Remove Hardware
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®
Toolbar at the bottom of the
Disconnecting from a Computer
™
Before removing your T.sonic READ/WRITE status, otherwise your files or T.sonic
820, always ensure the Color OLED Display is not in the
™
820 may be damaged.
Removing the T.sonic™ 820 in Windows® Me, 2000 and XP
1. Select the Hardware icon on the system tray.
2. The Safely Remove Hardware pop-up window will appear. Select it to continue.
Figure 8. Safely Remove Hardware
3. A window will appear stating “The ‘USB Mass Storage Device’ device can now be safely removed from the system.” Unplug the T.sonic
™
.
Figure 9. Safe to Remove Hardware
Removing the T.sonic™ 820 in Mac™ OS 10.0, or Later
Drag and drop the Disk icon corresponding to your T.sonic™ 820 into the trashcan. Then unplug your
™
T.sonic
820 from the USB port.
Remove the T.sonic™ 820 in Linux™ Kernel 2.4, or Later
Use with a Computer
Execute umount /mnt /T.sonic to un-mount the device. Then unplug your T.sonic™ 820 from the USB
port.
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T.sonic™ Software
The T.sonic™ 820 comes with some very useful bundled software that can increase your productivity and enhance your entertainment experience. The three software applications that come with your T.sonic
are:
Transcend Multimedia Converter Slideshow Maker T.sonic
™
Utility
Before using any of these programs, please read the following sections carefully.
Software System Requirements
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port.
One of the following Operating Systems (OS):
Windows
Windows
®
2000
®
XP
Installing the T.sonic™ Software
™
1. Put the Software CD into the CD-ROM (Auto-Run supported). The T.sonic appear. Click on the “T.sonic 820 Software” button.
™
Main Menu window will
Software Setup
Figure 10. T.sonic Main Menu
2. Select a setup language and click on the “OK” button to continue.
Figure 11. Select a language
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3. The T.sonic “Slideshow Maker,” or “T.sonic™ Utility” software option and click on the “Next” button to begin
installing the software program.
™
Software Menu window will appear. Select the “Transcend Multimedia Converter”,
Figure 12. Select a Software Program
4. When the T.sonic 820 Utility is finished installing, click on the “Finish” button to exit the wizard.
Software Setup
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Transcend Multimedia Converter
If you want to play Videos on your T.sonic™ 820 you must convert your Video files to the ‘.mtv’ file format
using the Transcend Multimedia Converter before transferring the Video files to the player.
The T.sonic
Converter software to convert your format.
Transcend Multimedia Converter
1. Start the Transcend Multimedia Converter program and the MTV Video Converter main window
will appear. Click on the
™
820 only supports “.mtv” Video files. You must use the Transcend Multimedia
“.MPEG4,” “.DivX,” “.AVI,” or “.xVID” video files to the “.mtv”
“Input Video” button to continue.
Figure 13. MTV Video Converter Main Menu
2. The Open Video Input File window will appear. Select the “.MPEG4,” “.DivX,” “.AVI,” or “.xVID”
video file that you want to convert to the
“.mtv” format and click on the “Open” button to continue.
Figure 14. Select Video files for conversion
Transcend Multimedia Converter Transcend Multimedia Converter
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3. After you select a Video file for conversion to the “.mtv” format, click on the “Video Output” button to
select a destination for the converted file.
Figure 15. Select a Destination for the ‘.mtv’ file
4. After selecting a Video Output destination click on the “Start Conversion” button to begin the
conversion.
Figure 16. Start Conversion
5. When the Conversion is complete a “Conversion Complete” message window will appear. Click on
“OK” button to complete the Conversion process and return to the MTV Video Converter main
the window.
Transcend Multimedia Converter Transcend Multimedia Converter
Figure 17. Conversion Complete
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Slideshow Maker
If you want to use the Slideshow feature on your T.sonic™ 820 you must first, convert your Photo files to
‘.sls’ file format using the Slideshow Maker, then transfer the Slideshow files to the player.
the
The T.sonic
format. You must use the Slideshow Maker software to transfer your photo files to the
Slideshow Maker
1. Start the Slideshow Maker program and the Slideshow Maker main window will appear. Click on the “Load Image” button to continue.
™
820 will only display a Slideshow of your Photos if they are converted to the “.sls” file
“.JPG,” “.BMP,” or “.GIF”
“.sls” format.
Figure 18. Slideshow Maker Main Menu
2. The Open window will appear. Select the “.JPG,” “.BMP,” or “.GIF” photo files that you want to
convert to the
“.sls” format and click on the “Open” button to continue.
Figure 19. Select Photo files for conversion
Slideshow Maker Slideshow Maker
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3. You can Preview the Photo files that you are going to convert in the Preview Panel. After you select all
the Photo files that you want to convert to the
“.sls” format, click on the “Transform” button to
continue.
Figure 20. Preview and Start Converting
4. The Save As window will appear. Select a destination for the converted file and click on the “Save”
button to save the
“.sls” file to the sls folder.
Figure 21. Select a Destination for the ‘.sls’ file
5. After the “.sls” file is saved the “Transfer Complete” message window will appear. Click on the “OK” button to complete the Transfer process and return to the Slideshow Maker main window.
Slideshow Maker
Figure 22. Transfer Complete
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T.sonic™ Utility Software
The T.sonic Utility* provides you with several software options including a:
PC-Lock FunctionBoot-Up FunctionPartition & Security FunctionRecovery Function
Figure 23. T.sonic Utility Menu
The T.sonic Utility is not supported on MacTo use the T.sonic Utility, you must log in to the Windows
™
, or Linux™ Operating Systems.
®
OS with Administrator rights.
Installing the T.sonic Utility Program
1. After selecting the “T.sonic™ Utility” software option in the Software Setup window, the “InstallShield Wizard” appears. Click on the “Next” button to continue. The InstallShield Wizard will
guide you through the
T.sonic 820 Utility Program installation process.
T.sonic Utility
Figure 24. T.sonic Utility Program InstallShield Wizard
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2. When the T.sonic 820 Utility is finished installing, click on the “Finish” button to exit the wizard.
Figure 25. Installation complete
3. The T.sonic Utility Software Program can be found in: Start > Programs >> T.sonic Utility.
T.sonic Utility
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PC-Lock Function
When the PC-Lock Function is enabled, you can use your T.sonic
protecting it from use by others.
The PC-Lock function is not supported in the Mac
To use the PC-Lock function, you must log in to the Windows OS with Administrator rights.
™
or Linux™ Operating Systems.
™
as a key to lock your computer
PC-Lock Function for Windows® Me, 2000 and XP
1. Click on the “PC-Lock” button in the T.sonic Utility window.
Figure 26. T.sonic Utility PC-Lock
2. The PC-Lock Settings window will appear. Select the “Enable PC-Lock” option.
Figure 27. Enable PC-Lock
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3. After selecting the Enable PC-Lock you can type the Text to be displayed on the screen while the
computer is locked.
Figure 28. Screen Saver Text
4. If you want to set a timer to automatically unlock your computer select the “Enable Timer” option.
Input the Lock Period in unlocked.
Hours and Minutes, after the time elapses your computer is automatically
PC-Lock Function
Figure 29. PC-Lock Timer
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5. Click on the “OK” button to start the PC-Lock.
Figure 30. Enable PC-Lock
Lock Your Computer
After the PC-Lock function is enabled, your computer will be locked whenever you remove your T.sonic
When your computer is locked, the screen will display the
Text screen saver.
™
Unlock Your Computer
To unlock the computer, you must re-insert your T.sonic
and you are now free to use your computer. The computer’s locked status will also end automatically after the specified lock period timer has expired.
™
. The locked status on the screen will disappear
.
PC-Lock Function
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Boot-Up Function
If you are using the Windows MS-DOS Boot Disk. After you setup the
®
98SE* Operating Systems the T.sonic
T.sonic
™
run MS-DOS programs; this does not make the Windows Startup files onto your
T.sonic
™
. After booting with the T.sonic
you can use it to boot-up your computer, allowing you to
T.sonic
™
a Rescue Disk for Windows, nor does it put
™
can be configured to act as an
™
, you must start Windows from
your hard drive, or a previously created Rescue Disk.
To use the Boot-Up function, you must log in to the Windows OS with Administrator rights. A maximum capacity of 512MB is reserved for the Boot-Up disk sector in the USB-HDD (Windows
98SE only) formats.
System Requirements for the Boot-Up Function
A desktop or notebook computer that supports USB-HDD (Windows
Device
A computer running Windows
Any anti-virus applications that may be running in the background must be turned off.
in its BIOS.
®
98SE.
®
98SE only) as the First Boot
Enabling the Boot-Up Function
1. Click on the “Boot-Up” button in the T.sonic Utility window.
®
Figure 31. T.sonic Utility Boot-Up
2. Click on the “OK” button to make the T.sonic USB-HDD Boot-Up device must match the First Boot Device setting in the computer’s BIOS.
™
a Bootable USB-HDD device. The T.sonic
™
Boot-Up Function Boot-Up Function Boot-Up Function
Figure 32. Create Bootable device
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The T.sonic™ and your computer system are now set up, so your T.sonic
computer. If you are using the
T.sonic
™
to Boot-Up your computer the disk will be assigned a drive letter
on the computer.
™
can be used to Boot-Up the
Part of the Boot-Up device setup process involves Boot-Up files being placed on the T.sonic
please do
NOT delete, or move these files, otherwise the T.sonic™ will not be able to function as a
startup disk.
™
,
Boot-Up Function
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Partition & Security Function
Enabling this feature allows you to setup a secure area on the T.sonic
information with a Private Password. You can partition the
T.sonic
™
into Public and Private Password
™
to protect your personal
protected areas. Data and information in the Private Area is kept secure and can only be accessed by logging onto the
T.sonic
The Partition & Security function is not supported in the Mac
™
using the correct password.
™
or Linux™ Operating Systems.
To use the Partition & Security function, you must log in to the Windows OS with Administrator
rights.
Enable the Security Function in Windows® Me, 2000 and XP
1. Click on the “Partition” button in the T.sonic Utility window.
Figure 33. T.sonic Utility Partition
2. The Partition window will appear. Partition the T.sonic
the mouse to move the disk partition bar on the slider until the
Area
have the desired memory capacity sizes.
™
into a Public and Private partition by using
Public Disk Area and Private Disk
Figure 34. Create a Partition
3. Input a “Password” and a “Password Hint” (a reminder, should you forget your password). Click on
the
“Start” button to complete the Partition & Security setup.
Partition & Security Function
Figure 35. Password and Hint
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Use the T.sonic™ Security Features
1. Click on the “Login/Logout” button in the T.sonic Utility window.
Figure 36. T.sonic Utility Login/out
2. The Login/out window will appear. Input your Password and click on the “Login” button to enter the T.sonic™ Security area.
Figure 37. Enter your password
3. When you are finished using the Secure Area and no data is being transferred between the T.sonic
and the computer, click on the
“Logout” button to Log Out of the Private Partition.
Figure 38. T.sonic Utility Logout
Changing your Password
1. Click on the “Password” button in the T.sonic Utility window.
Figure 39. T.sonic Password
™
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2. The New Password window will appear. Input your current “Password,” a “New Password,” “Confirm Password” and a “New Password Hint” (a reminder, should you forget your password).
Click on the
“OK” button to complete the New Password setup.
Figure 40. Change Password
Forgotten your Password
If you forget your password use the password hint to try and remember your password. However, if the hint does not work you can use the saved on the
T.sonic
™
.
T.sonic
™
’s unprotected Public Disk Partition should be backed-up before re-partitioning the
WARNING! Repartioning the Disk will erase all of the data in the Private Area of your T.sonic
™
.
Partition Function to repartition your T.sonic
™
. Any data that you
Partition & Security Function
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Restoring Factory Defaults
If your T.sonic
Alternatively you can try to solve the problem by “
problem, you can use the
default factory settings. Before using the
™
820 ever stops working properly, try Powering it OFF and ON a number of times.
Resetting” the unit. If neither of these options solves the
T.sonic Utility program’s Recovery Function to restore the T.sonic™ 820’s
Recovery program, please read the following sections carefully.
Running the Recovery function will erase all of the data on your T.sonic™ 820.
The Recovery function is not supported on Mac
To use the Recovery function, you must log in to the Windows
™
, or Linux™ Operating Systems.
®
OS with Administrator rights.
Running the Recovery program will erase all of the data on your T.sonic™ 820.  If there are bad memory blocks on the Flash memory chip the size of the T.sonic™ 820’s memory will
be smaller after running the Recovery program.
1. The Recovery Program can be found in: Start > Programs >> T.sonic Utility >>> Recovery.
Recover the T.sonic™ 820 in Windows® Me, 2000 and XP
Plug the T.sonic
™
into an available USB port on your desktop, or notebook computer.
1. The “Found New Hardware” dialogue box will appear.
Figure 41. Found New Hardware
2. Click on the button located on the taskbar and select: Programs > T.sonic Utility >> Recovery
3. Click on the “Start” button to Recover your T.sonic™ 820.
Selecting this Option will erase all of the data on your T.sonic™ 820.
to run the T.sonic 820 Recovery program.
Recovery Function Recovery Function
Figure 42. Recovery Progress
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Troubleshooting
If a problem occurs with your T.sonic
T.sonic™ 820 for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem from the following hints, please
your consult your dealer, service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on our websites.
™
820, please first check the information listed below before taking
Software CD cannot auto-run in Windows®
Go to the Device Manager in the Control Panel and enable the Auto-Insert function for the CD-ROM
drive. Alternatively, you can manually run the
“T.sonic.EXE” file on the software CD.
Operating system cannot detect the T.sonic™ 820
Check the following:
1. Is your T.sonic™ 820 properly connected to the USB port? If not, unplug it and plug it in again.
2. Is your T.sonic™ 820 connected to the Mac keyboard? If yes, unplug it and plug it into an available
USB port on your Mac Desktop.
3. Is the USB port enabled? If not, refer to the user’s manual of your computer (or motherboard) to
enable it.
Cannot Power ON
Check the following:
1. Is the T.sonic™ 820 connected to your computer? If yes, unplug it.
2. Is the LOCK switch set to “LOCK”? If yes, set it to the “OFF” position.
3. Is the battery out of power? If yes, please recharge the battery.
Cannot download MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM10, or WAV files to the T.sonic™ 820
As required, uninstall and re-install the driver. If this doesn’t work, try Resetting the unit and if this fails,
please see the “
Restoring Factory Defaults” section to recover your T.sonic™ 820.
Buttons aren’t working
Is the LOCK switch set to “LOCK”? If yes, set it to the “OFF” position.
Cannot hear track playback
1. Have you downloaded any music files onto the T.sonic
computer or the Internet. (Only Mpeg I Layer 3 and WMA files compressed at a rate of 32Kbps–320Kbps are supported.)
2. Are the earphones properly connected to the earphone jack? If not, reconnect them.
3. Is the volume loud enough? If not, increase the volume level until the music can be heard.
™
? If no, then you must first do so from your
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting
Track name does NOT display correctly on the screen
1. The default language of the T.sonic
2. ID3 tag information has display priority on the screen of the T.sonic
using Windows Media Player or Winamp.
3. If the ID3 tag is empty, just the file name will be displayed on the screen.
™
is English. Please set the language option first.
™
. You could modify the ID3 tag by
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Cannot enter the RECORD Mode
To make sure the recorded file will not be lost, two safety mechanisms are provided.
1. If the remaining battery capacity is less than 10%, you cannot enter the RECORD Mode.
2. During recording, if the remaining battery capacity goes below 10% the T.sonic™ will automatically
save the recording.
Track playback sounds intermittent
Plug the earphones into the earphones jack again to make sure they are properly connected.
T.sonic™ Powers OFF automatically
T.sonic
™
features a SLEEP Mode, which acts as a Power Saving feature. You can preset your T.sonic
to Power OFF automatically after 15, 30, or 60 minutes. Please refer to the “
Sleep” section in SETTINGS.
™
T.sonic™ just isn’t working properly
If your T.sonic
does not correct the problem you can
seconds. If all of these options fail you can restore your
Recovery Function.”
the “
™
ever stops working properly, or locks up, try Powering it ON and OFF a few times, if this
Reset the unit by pressing the “Reset” button for 3 to 5
T.sonic™ to its Default Factory Settings by using
Cannot find the file that was just copied to the T.sonic™
Re-copy the file and refer to the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove the T.sonic
the copy process is completed.
™
after
A File that was just deleted still appears
Re-delete the file and refer to the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove the T.sonic
after the delete process is completed.
T.sonic™ automatically removed from the operating system
This problem occurs when you press the “Volume Down” button while your T.sonic
connected to a Computer USB port. Unplug your
T.sonic
™
from the USB port and plug it back in again.
™
is still
™
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting
T.sonic™ cannot operate after it was formatted in Windows®
Formatting the T.sonic
format of the
T.sonic
and download a Firmware Update for your T.sonic
™
using the “Quick Format,” or “Full Format” option in Windows® erases the default
™
. To retrieve the default format, you must link to http://www.transcendusa.com/
™
.
How do I find out what Windows Media Player version I am using?
1. Open your Windows Media Player program.
2. Click on the “Help” menu and select the “About Windows Media Player” option.
3. The version of your Windows Media Player will be displayed on the computer screen.
Cannot listen to DRM music on my T.sonic™ 820?
1. The T.sonic
2. You must use Windows Media Player 10 to transfer and synchronize your WMA-DRM10 music files
with the
™
820 only supports WMA-DRM10 music files, is this the file type you are using?
T.sonic
™
820’s MTP Folder.
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Cannot play a Video file on my T.sonic™ 820?
The T.sonic™ 820 only supports “.MTV” Video files, please see the “Transcend Multimedia Converter”
section on how to convert your videos to the MTV format.
Having problems converting a Video file using the Transcend Multimedia Converter?
First, download DirectX 9.0 (or later) onto your computer. Next, open the Video file on you computer that you had a problem converting and try playing it, if the Video does not play, then this means that the Video Codec you are trying to convert has a compatibility issue with your PC and cannot be converted using the Transcend Multimedia Converter.
Cannot view a Photo file on my T.sonic™ 820?
The T.sonic™ 820 only supports “.JPG,” “.BMP” Photo files, please ensure that the photo is one of these
files types.
Cannot read an E-book file on my T.sonic™ 820?
The T.sonic™ 820 only supports “.TXT” E-book files, please ensure that the E-book is this file type.
Sync Lyrics: Why can’t I see the words of the song I am listening to?
For detailed Sync Lyrics instructions, please link to the FAQ section on our website
http://www.transcendusa.com/Support/FAQ/index.asp?axn=Detail&LangNo=0&FAQNo=402
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Specifications
Size (L x W x H): 82 mm × 40.5 mm × 12 mm
Weight: 45g (with Li-ion battery)
Music Formats: MP3 WMA and WMA-DRM10 (Subscription music)
Video Formats MTV
Photo Formats JPG, BMP
Recording Format: ADPCM (WAV)
Estimated Battery Life: 15 hours Music playback (fully charged battery)
Compression Rates: 32Kbps to 320Kbps
Data Retention: Up to 10 years
Erase Cycles: ≥ 100,000 times
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: ≥ 90dB
Certificates: CE, FCC, BSMI
Warranty:
2-years
Ordering Information
Device Description Memory Size Transcend P/N
T.sonic™ 820 MP3 Music Player 2GB TS2GMP820
Specifications
T.sonic™ 820 MP3 Music Player 4GB TS4GMP820
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Transcend Limited Warranty
.
“Above and Beyond” is the standard we set ourselves for customer service at Transcend. We consistently position ourselves to be significantly above the industry norm, which is all part of our commitment to Customer Satisfaction.
All
Transcend information, Inc. (Transcend) products are warranted and tested to be free from defects
in material and workmanship and to conform to the published specifications. During the warranty period should your Transcend improper workmanship or materials, Transcend will repair the product or replace it with a comparable one. This warranty is subject to the conditions and limitations set forth herein.
Duration of Warranty: The Transcend T.sonic™ 820 is covered by this warranty for a period of two (2)
years from the date of purchase. Proof of purchase including the date of purchase is required to collect on the warranty. Transcend will inspect the product and decide whether to repair or replace it. Transcend reserves the right to provide a functional equivalent product, or a refurbished replacement product.
Limitations: This warranty does not apply to product failure caused by accidents, abuse, mishandling,
improper installation, alteration, acts of nature, improper usage, or problems with electrical power. In addition, opening or tampering with the product casing, or any physical damage, abuse or alteration to the product’s surface, including all warranty or quality stickers, product serial or electronic numbers will also void the product warranty. Transcend is not responsible for recovering any data lost due to the failure of a flash memory device. Transcend’s recommended industry standards. Transcend will not be liable for damages resulting from a third party device that causes the Transcend consequential, indirect, or incidental damages, lost profits, lost business investments, lost goodwill, or interference with business relationships as a result of lost data. Transcend is also not responsible for damage or failure of any third party equipment, even if Transcend has been advised of the possibility. This limitation does not apply to the extent that it is illegal or unenforceable under applicable law.
T.sonic™ 820 fail under normal use in the recommended environment due to
T.sonic™ 820 must be used with devices that conform to the
T.sonic™ 820 to fail. Transcend shall in no event be liable for any
Disclaimer: The foregoing limited warranty is exclusive. There are no other warranties, including any
implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. This warranty is not affected in any part by Transcend providing technical support or advice. Please read Transcend’s Warranty Policy in full to understand your rights.
Transcend Warranty Policy: http://www.transcendusa.com/Support/Warranty.asp Online Registration: To expedite the warranty service, please register your Transcend Product within 30
days of purchase.
Register online at http://www.transcendusa.com/registration
The specifications mentioned above are subject to change without notice.
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*The Transcend logo is a registered trademark of Transcend Information, Inc.
*All logos and marks are trademarks of their respective companies.
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Glossary Icons
MUSIC: Select this icon to access your MP3, WMA and WMA-DRM10 music files.
RADIO: Select this icon to choose, save, listen to and record a Radio station.
RECORD: Select this icon to access the Audio Recordings you made.
VIDEO: Select this icon to access your MTV Video files.
PHOTO: Select this icon to access your JPG and BMP Photo files.
E-book: Select this icon to access your TXT E-book files.
Settings: Select this icon to customize the T.sonic’s settings to your specific preferences.
Repeat: Select this icon to repeat a song, a section of a song, or all the songs in a folder.
Equalizer: Select this icon to choose the equalizer setting that matches the type of music you are
listening to i.e. Rock, Pop, Jazz, Classical, Bass, or User defined.
Screen Saver: Select this icon to setup a time delay for the unit’s screen to (1) go Blank, (2)
display the Clock, (3) display the Song Title, (4) display one of two Images.
Sleep: Select this icon to specify the time interval before the T.sonic Powers OFF due to inactivity.
Contrast: Select this icon to adjust the brightness of the OLED display.
Language: Select this icon to choose the T.sonic’s user language (default English).
Sync Lyrics: Select this icon to display the words of a song on the screen during playback.
PlayBack Speed: Select this icon to increase, or decrease the speed at which audio files play.
FM Reset: Select this icon to reset all the radio stations that have been saved to channel
Glossary
numbers.
MTP Media Transfer Mode: Select this icon if you want to buy and play WMA-DRM10 music on
your player. Use Windows Media Player 10 to transfer and synchronize your music files.
Playlist Manager: Select this icon to manage your playlist.
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Slideshow Timer: Select this icon to set a time delay between each photo in a slideshow.
RTC: Select this icon to change the current date and time.
World Time: Select this icon to choose a world time zone.
REC Quality: Select this icon to choose a recording quality level for audio recordings made using
the built-in microphone.
REC Input Device: Select this icon to choose the method of recording: Built-in Microphone, or
Line-In (external microphone, CD Player).
VAD: Voice Activation Detection, Select this icon to setup for gapless audio recordings.
About: Select this icon to see what firmware version the unit is currently using and the T.sonic’s
memory capacity.
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Terminology
.AVI.......................................................................................................................................................22, 47
.bmp.......................................................................................................................................................2, 24
.BMP.....................................................................................................................................................49, 64
.GIF.............................................................................................................................................................49
.jpg .........................................................................................................................................................2, 24
.JPG......................................................................................................................................................49, 64
.MPEG4................................................................................................................................................22, 47
.mtv ............................................................................................................................................2, 22, 47, 48
.sls..................................................................................................................................................35, 49, 50
.txt ..........................................................................................................................................................2, 26
.xVID.....................................................................................................................................................22, 47
“.DivX...................................................................................................................................................22, 47
1GB ....................................................................................................................................15, 17, 18, 19, 37
80Hz ...........................................................................................................................................................29
8KHz...................................................................................................................................15, 17, 18, 19, 37
A-B repeat................................................................................................................................................1, 2
auto-scan...................................................................................................................................................13
BIOS...........................................................................................................................................................56
cable.....................................................................................................................................1, 2, 4, 7, 41, 42
CD-ROM.....................................................................................................................................................62
CH...............................................................................................................................................................14
decibels .......................................................................................................................................................4
Desktop............................................................................................................................................3, 45, 62
driver......................................................................................................................................................4, 62
Driver .........................................................................................................................................................40
DST.............................................................................................................................................................36
Earphones.............................................................................................................................................1, 13
E-book..............................................................................................................6, 8, 9, 26, 27, 34, 42, 43, 64
Equalizer..........................................................................................................................................2, 29, 67
FAQ............................................................................................................................................................62
Flash ..................................................................................................................................................1, 2, 61
FM...............................................................................................................................1, 2, 13, 14, 16, 33, 67
frequency.............................................................................................................................................13, 14
Frequency..................................................................................................................................................13
GB ..............................................................................................................................................................65
icon ................................................................................7, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 67
ICON.............................................................................................................................................................6
Karaoke..............................................................................................................................................1, 2, 32
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KHz.............................................................................................................................................................29
Li-ion battery...............................................................................................................................2, 7, 41, 65
Line-In................................................................................................................................................1, 2, 16
Linux..............................................................................................................................3, 40, 44, 51, 61, 62
Mac.................................................................................................................................3, 40, 44, 51, 61, 62
MB..............................................................................................................................................................65
MHz ............................................................................................................................................................13
microphone.......................................................................................................................................1, 9, 68
Microphone ...................................................................................................................................16, 17, 18
Mini USB..........................................................................................................................1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 41, 42
MP3 ..........................................................................................................................1, 2, 4, 9, 10, 62, 65, 67
MS-DOS .....................................................................................................................................................56
MTP........................................................................................................................10, 33, 34, 41, 42, 43, 64
Navigator...............................................................11, 12, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 67
OLED..........................................................................................................6, 7, 8, 10, 13, 31, 32, 39, 44, 67
partition .....................................................................................................................................................58
pixel..............................................................................................................................................................2
RTC ........................................................................................................................................2, 6, 30, 36, 68
Shuffle................................................................................................................................................6, 9, 28
USB..............................................................................................1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 40, 41, 42, 44, 45, 61, 62, 63
USB A-T ype .................................................................................................................................1, 7, 41, 42
USB port....................................................................................................................................7, 41, 42, 63
USB-HDD...................................................................................................................................................56
VAD ..............................................................................................................................................2, 6, 38, 68
WAV....................................................................................................2, 9, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 37, 62, 65
Windows............................................................................................3, 4, 40, 43, 44, 45, 51, 61, 62, 63, 64
Wizard........................................................................................................................................................51
WMA...........................................................................................................................2, 9, 10, 62, 63, 65, 67
WMA-DRM10 .........................................................................................................................2, 9, 10, 62, 65
Windows Media Audio Digital Rights Management10 is a digital audio file compression technology that supports subscription based digital rights protected music, which is typically downloaded from an online store.
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