TM
T.sonic
610/612
User’s Manual
P/N TS512M/1GMP610
TS512M/1GMP612
Table of Contents
Introduction
Package Contents............................................................................................................................1
Features ............................................................................................................................................1
System Requirements .....................................................................................................................2
Reminders ........................................................................................................................................2
Caution: Risk of Deafness ..............................................................................................................2
Product Overview....................................................................................................... 3
OLED Display ............................................................................................................... 4
Charging the Battery ................................................................................................ 5
Basic Operation
Power On ..........................................................................................................................................5
Power Off ..........................................................................................................................................5
Play a Track ......................................................................................................................................6
Pause a Track...................................................................................................................................6
Advance to the Next Track..............................................................................................................6
Return to the Previous Track..........................................................................................................6
Fast Forward ....................................................................................................................................6
Fast Rewind......................................................................................................................................6
Increase Volume...............................................................................................................................6
Decrease Volume .............................................................................................................................7
Repeat a Track..................................................................................................................................7
Repeat All Tracks .............................................................................................................................7
Repeat Random Tracks ...................................................................................................................7
Repeat a Portion of a Track (AB Repeat).......................................................................................7
Lock...................................................................................................................................................7
Driver Installation
Driver Installation for Windows 98SE ............................................................................................8
Driver Installation for Windows Me, 2000 and XP.........................................................................9
Driver Installation for Mac OS 9.0 or Later ....................................................................................9
Driver Installation for Linux Kernel 2.4 or Later..........................................................................10
Warning...........................................................................................................................................10
MP3 Functions
Download or Upload MP3/WMA Files ..........................................................................................11
Play MP3 Music ..............................................................................................................................11
Using the Navigation Functions ...................................................................................................12
Settings Mode ................................................................................................................................12
AB Repeat Functions ............................................................................................. 13
FM Functions (T.sonic 610) ................................................................................. 13
Scan for a Channel ........................................................................................................................14
Preset a Channel............................................................................................................................14
Select a Preset Channel ................................................................................................................14
Record an FM Channel ..................................................................................................................15
Voice Recording Functions
Record a Voice ...............................................................................................................................16
Play the Recorded Files ................................................................................................................17
Settings
REC Quality ....................................................................................................................................18
REC Environment ..........................................................................................................................18
Contrast ..........................................................................................................................................19
Language ........................................................................................................................................19
Power Saving .................................................................................................................................20
Screen Saver ..................................................................................................................................20
Clock Set.........................................................................................................................................21
Date Set...........................................................................................................................................22
User EQ...........................................................................................................................................22
Time-Date........................................................................................................................................22
About...............................................................................................................................................23
Delete MP3/WMA/WAV Files ............................................................................... 23
Safely Remove Your T.sonic
Remove the T.sonic in Windows 98SE.........................................................................................25
Remove the T.sonic in Windows Me, 2000, and XP ....................................................................25
Remove the T.sonic in Mac OS .....................................................................................................25
Remove the T.sonic in Linux.........................................................................................................25
Recover Your T.sonic
Recover the T.sonic in Windows 98SE.........................................................................................26
Recover the T.sonic in Windows Me, 2000, and XP ....................................................................27
MENU Table................................................................................................................. 31
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 32
Specifications ............................................................................................................ 35
Ordering Information.............................................................................................. 35
T.sonic Limited Warranty
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s T.sonic™ 610/612. A totally new generation of Flash MP3
player. This small device is more than a USB Flash Drive. It combines a USB Flash Drive with an
MP3 player, AB repeater, voice recorder and an FM radio. Your T.sonic™ 610/612 supports
USB2.0 to expedite exchanging huge amounts of data between any desktop or notebook computer.
With the T.sonic™, you can upload and download music files to and from a computer and then
play the tracks on the device. Using the AB repeat function, you can continuously replay a
designated section of a track. Also, you can record memos to yourself or from others using the
digital recorder. With an FM radio built-in (Without FM function in T.sonic 612), you can always
listen to your favorite radio station. Transcend’s latest T.sonic™ 610/612 is a step above the usual
MP3 player.
Package Contents
The T.sonic package includes the following items:
• T.sonic
• Earphones
• Driver CD
• USB extension cable
• Leather Case
• Neck strap
• Quick Installation Guide
Features
• Fully compatible with the USB 2.0 specification
• T.sonic powered directly via the USB port as used for data transfers, the unit is powered
using an integrated Li-ion polymer rechargeable batter (A full charge can support up to
10 hours of operation)
• MP3 Player which supports MP3, WMA, and WAV formats
• Digital Voice Recorder
• AB repeater allows you to continuously replay a designated section of a track
• Preset 20 FM channels and record from the FM channel to a WAV file (Without FM
function in T.sonic 612)
• Auto-powers off after five or ten minutes without use
• Self-luminous OLED Display provides users with a vibrant clear display and vivid colors,
that can easily be viewed at any angle
• Automatic screen saver function runs if the unit is idle for a few seconds this acts as a
power saving measure
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• Operating Systems Supported: Windows
Windows
®
XP, Mac™ OS 9.0 or later, and Linux™ kernel 2.4 or later. Only Windows®
®
98SE needs the enclosed driver.
System Requirements
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port
One of following operating systems:
98SE, Windows® Me, Windows® 2000,
• Windows
• Windows
• Windows
• Windows
• Mac OS 9.0 or later
• Linux kernel 2.4 or later
98SE
Me
2000
XP
Reminders
1. Keep your T.sonic away from heat, direct sunlight, and moisture. Do not bend, flex, or drop
your T.sonic.
2. Before powering on make sure the LOCK switch is set to the “OFF” position.
3. Always plug or unplug your T.sonic by grasping the unit’s sides.
4. Never use the “Quick Format” or “Full Format” from Windows to format your T.sonic.
5. Follow the procedures in “How to Unplug T.sonic Safely” to remove your T.sonic from the
system.
Caution: Risk of Deafness
1. Repeated or regular use of headphones or earphones at volume levels above 80 decibels can
give a false impression that the audio level is not high enough. End users may try to
progressively increase the volume control therefore risking a dangerous noise level for their
ears.
2. To protect your health and your hearing, keep the volume for your MP3 player below 80
decibels and do not use for an extended period of time. Stop use if symptoms like headaches,
nausea, or hearing disorders occur.
3. Your MP3 player is limited to a volume level of 100 decibels.
4. Both the MP3 player and the earphones are compliant with the French regulation concerning
musical Walkmans (24
5. Before using other headphones, confirm that their technical specifications are similar to the
original set.
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July 1998 Order).
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Product Overview
Joypad REC Button
Next / Fast-Forward (Right) A-B Button
Previous / Fast-Rewind (Left) Reset Button
Volume Up (Up) Microphone
Volume Down (Down) Earphone Jack
PLAY Button Mini USB Connector
MENU Button OLED Display
LOCK Switch Neck Strap Hole
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OLED Display
Icons Indications
Volume Displays the volume status.
Repeat Mode Indicates the repeat mode that includes Normal, Repeat One, Repeat
All and Random.
Equalizer (EQ) Mode Indicates the EQ mode settings that include Normal, Classical, POP,
Rock, Jazz, and USER EQ.
A-B Repeat Indicates when AB repeat function is enabled.
Lock Indicates when the Lock function is enabled.
Charge Status Indicates the Charge Status.
Battery Status Indicates the Battery Status.
File Information Indicates the File/Album and details.
Operating Mode Displays the operational status, which includes Play, Pause, Fast
Forward, and Fast Reverse.
Button Indicator Indicates the Button Function.
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Charging the Battery
1. Open the rubber cap on top of the T.sonic, you can see a mini USB port inside.
2. Insert one end of the USB cable into the T.sonic‘s mini USB port, and plug the other end of the
cable into a computer USB port.
3. Power on the unit and the display will show the ready status. While charging is on going, the
lightning logo and battery icon will flicker. When the unit is charged, the lightning logo will
disappear and the battery icon will indicate the battery charge level.
Before using the T.sonic for the first time, remember to charge the built-in battery.
If the battery power is low, the battery icon will flicker. Please use USB to charge the battery.
It takes about 3 hours to fully charge the battery.
The lifespan of the battery depends on how often it has been charged. Charging the battery too
many times results in a shorter battery lifespan. Overtime the Li-ion polymer battery’s power
retention wears out.
Basic Operation
Power On
Press and hold the PLAY button to turn the power on. An animated logo will appear on the OLED
Display, and then you can start to use the T.sonic.
The waiting time of power on depends on how many files in T.sonic. More files in T.sonic will
spend more waiting time powering on.
Power Off
Press and hold the PLAY button to turn the power off. In about three seconds the Power Off
Status Bar will appear on the OLED display to show you the Power Off status. Release the PLAY
button and the power will turn off.
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Play a Track
Press the PLAY button to play a selected MP3/WMA or WAV track.
Pause a Track
Press the PLAY button to pause the track during playback.
Advance to the Next Track
Press the right (Next) of Joypad to skip to the next track.
Return to the Previous Track
Press the left (Previous) of Joypad to go back to the previous track.
Fast Forward
Press and hold the right (Fast-Forward) of Joypad to fast-forward the track.
Fast Rewind
Press and hold the left (Fast-Rewind) of Joypad to rewind the track.
Increase Volume
Press once or press and hold the upwards (Volume Up) of Joypad until you reached the
desired volume level.
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Decrease Volume
Press once or press and hold the downwards (Volume Down) of Joypad until you have
reached the desired volume.
Repeat a Track
Please see “Settings Mode” in “MP3 Functions” for detailed instructions.
Repeat All Tracks
Please see “Settings Mode” in “MP3 Functions” for detailed instructions.
Repeat Random Tracks
Please see “Settings Mode” in “MP3 Functions” for detailed instructions.
Repeat a Portion of a Track (AB Repeat)
Press the A-B button to mark the beginning of the portion you wish to repeat and then press the
button again to mark the end of the portion you wish to repeat. The marked portion is played as a
continuous loop when playing an MP3, WMA, or WAV track.
Lock
When the LOCK switch is set to the “HOLD” position, all of the buttons are disabled.
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Driver Installation
T.sonic 610 and 612 have some differences in installation display.
Driver Installation for Windows 98SE
1. Put the Driver CD into the CD-ROM (Auto-Run supported). Select the Win98 Driver button.
2. Select your T.sonic serial type.
3. Select Next to continue.
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4. The InstallShield Wizard will guide you through the installation process.
5. After the drivers have been installed, plug your T.sonic into an available USB port. The New
Hardware Found dialogue boxes will appear.
6. Your computer will automatically detect this new device. A new Removable Disk drive with a
newly assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window.
Driver Installation for Windows Me, 2000, and XP
No drivers are required. These Windows operating systems have built-in drivers to support T.sonic.
Simply plug your T.sonic into an available USB port and Windows will install the files needed. A
new Removable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer
window.
Driver Installation for Mac OS 9.0 or Later
No drivers are required. Just plug your T.sonic into an available USB port and your computer will
automatically detect it.
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