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Table of Contents Table of Contents........................................................ 2 Package Contents...................................................... 5 Controls at a Glance............................................... 6 Using the Touchscreen Controls.................................... 8 Disabling the Controls (Hold)........................................ 9 Getting Started.......................................................... 10 Charging the Battery.....................................
Table of Contents Text Mode..................................................................... 29 Text Browser Controls....................................................29 Text Reader Controls.....................................................30 Quick Option Menu..............................................30 Explorer Mode...........................................................32 Explorer Controls........................................................... 32 cALCULATOR MODE........................
Table of Contents Features........................................................................ 56 Specifications............................................................
Package Contents Please make sure that the items shown below are included in the package. Should an item be missing, please contact the local retailer from which you purchased this product. 1. COBY Player 2. USB Cable 3. Instruction Manual 4. Professional Stereo Earphones www.cobyusa.
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Controls at a Glance Top View 1. Power / Hold Switch Slide and hold the switch to the right for Power. Slide the switch left for Hold. Front View 2. LCD Touchscreen Touch with your finger (or fingernail) to activate the on-screen control. Right View 3. Volume Up 4. Volume Down Bottom View 5. USB Port Connect to a computer to transfer media files to the player. 6. Reset Button 7. 3.5mm Headphone Jack www.cobyusa.
Controls at a Glance Using the Touchscreen Controls Your player comes equipped with an easy-to-use touchscreen that controls all of its functions. Different controls will be available to you based on the mode that the player is in. Use your finger tip to touch the area of the screen where a control icon is displayed. If you touch and hold an icon, it will register as a continuous button press.
Controls at a Glance More information about the controls available in each mode are given in their corresponding section of this manual. Disabling the Controls (Hold) When the Power/Hold switch is engaged, the player’s controls are disabled. To disable the controls, slide the switch to the left until it clicks into the Lock position. To enable the controls, slide the switch back to the right.
Getting Started Charging the Battery Your player has an integrated rechargeable battery. Upon initial use, the battery should be charged fully to ensure optimal performance and battery life. If the player has not been used in a while, the battery may need to be recharged. Upon initial use, the battery should be charged fully (8 hours) to ensure optimal performance and battery life. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn if mistreated.
Getting Started Charging with a Computer Your player can be charged through a USB computer connection. Use the supplied USB cable to connect the player to a high-power USB port of a computer. The computer must be powered on and not in sleep mode. When the player is connected and charging, a USB symbol will be displayed on the player’s screen. USB Port USB Port When connected to a USB hub, the hub must be self-powered to charge the player’s battery.
Getting Started Resetting the Player Reset the player if it should freeze and not respond or otherwise malfunction. 1. Disconnect your player if it is connected to a computer. 2. Use a paper clip to gently press the Reset button located on the bottom of the player.
Main Menu When you turn on the player, you will see the Main menu. The Main menu gives you access to the different function modes of your player.
Music Mode Browse for and play your music files. For more information about how to get music onto your player, please refer to the section “Transferring Files to the Player”. Music Browser Controls When you choose MUSIC mode from the Main menu, you will see the Music Browser screen.
Music Mode Add Song(s) to the Favorite List 1. Select “All Music” from the Music Browser screen. 2. Use the Browser controls to select a song to add. 3. Tap , the screen will display “BackPlay”, “Add To Favorite”, or “Exit”. BackPlay: Back to the Music Playing screen. Add to Favorite: Add the current song to the Favorite List. This playlist can then be played by selecting “Favorites” from the Music Browser. Exit: Back to the “All Music” Music Browse screen.
Music Mode Time Display Battery Level Current Track/ Total Tracks Equalizer File name Elapsed Time Repeat Mode Total Time Progress Bar Play Mode Album Cover Display Volume Level Play status Next/Fast Forward Previous/Reverse Quick Option Menu icon Back icon Use the following controls during music playback.
Music Mode Function Key Action To adjust the volume level Press the or button To access the Quick Option menu (see section below for details) Tap To return to the Music Explorer screen Tap To view the controls when the music is playing, touch the screen once. Quick Option Menu The Quick Option menu gives you easy access to your player’s option settings. Tap to access the Quick Option menu during music playback.
Music Mode Item Description Once Play the current track once Repeat Play the current track repeatedly All Play all tracks once Repeat All Play all tracks repeatedly Intro Play the first 10 seconds of earch track Play Mode Set the play mode as “In Order” or “Shuffle”. MSEQ The MSEQ(PlayFx) has 3 options: 3D, Bass, and LEQ(Auto Volume: consistent volume level respectively). EQ Sel Select a digital equalizer preset. The options are: Normal, MSEQ, Rock, Pop, Classic, Jazz, and User EQ.
Music Mode Set song ID3 or Lyric display support on or off. Lyric display requires a “.LRC” lyric file which may be found on the internet or may be created with a Lyric file editor. Lyric files can contain synchronized timing information as well as lyric information. Lyric files must have the same name as its corresponding music file (e.g., “SongTitle1.lrc” and “SongTitle1.mp3”) and must be placed in the same directory. www.cobyusa.
Video Mode Browse for and play your video files. Your player supports AVI files encoded with XviD at 400 x 240 and 30 fps. Videos may need to be encoded with the included software for device playback. For more information about converting video, please refer to the section “Video Conversion”. For more information about how to get movies onto your player, please refer to the section “Transferring Files to the Player”.
Video Mode Video Playback Controls When a video is playing, hold the player horizontally (landscape). The orientation of the controls will change accordingly. The following function may be performed from the video playing screen.
Photo Mode Browse for and view your photo files. For more information about how to get photo files onto your player, please refer to the section “Transferring Files to the Player”. Photo Browser Controls When you choose PHOTO mode from the Main menu, the Photo Explorer will appear on screen, and all availabel photos will displays as the thumbnail images. Use the Photo Browser to find folders and photo files loaded on your player.
Photo Mode Function Icon Tap on the icon and then slide your finger on the LCD to pan around the magnified picture. Tap on the icon again to disable this function. Rotate the photo left. Rotate the photo right Turn the slideshow mode on or off, and set the amount of time between photos during slideshow mode. www.cobyusa.
Photo Mode Function Icon To view the previous photo. Or you can position and slide your finger on the LCD leftward to view the previous photo. To view the next photo. Or you can position and slide your finger on the LCD rightward to view the next photo. Zoom in the display. Zoom out the display. To return to the Photo Explorer. To view the controls when the photo is display, touch the screen once.
Radio Mode Listen to FM radio broadcasts. You must have a pair of headphones connected to the headphone jack to receive FM broadcasts; your player will utilize the headphone cord as an antenna. Radio Tuning Controls When you choose RADIO from the Main menu, you will see the Radio Tuning screen. You can search for stations, tune to stations manually, or tune to preset stations. Change the tuning mode between Preset and Manual in the Quick Option menu.
Radio Mode Action Function Tap To access the Quick Options menu (see the section below for details) Tap To return to the Main menu Or you can turn to the desired station manually by taping the frequency directly on the ruler. Quick Option Menu The Quick Option menu gives you easy access to your player’s option settings. Touch to access the Quick Option menu from the Radio Tuning screen. To browse through the settings, tap on the desired item to highlight it.
Radio Mode Auto Presetting Scan for all stations in broadcast reception range. The player will automatically seek and save all frequencies with a broadcast signal to the Preset Station list. The auto scan feature will overwrite any previously stored Preset Stations. Preset Mode Set the tuning mode as Preset (You should add presets prior to using this tuning method). Save channel Save the current station to the Preset Station list. Select an “Empty” slot to save the station as a new preset.
Radio Mode Force Mono Set this to “On” in order to force mono radio reception. Use mono reception for weak station signals. Area Set the FM frequency range area (China, Japan, US(World), Europe(others), Campus Radio).
Text Mode Read text files loaded on your player (TXT). Text Browser Controls When you choose TEXT from the Main menu, you will see the Text Browser Screen. Use the Text Browser to find folders and photo files loaded on your player. Your text files will be displayed in a list. Function Key Action To browse through a list Tap on the item to highlight it, or tap on the or icon to move the selection up or down.
Text Mode Function Key Action To move the display one line Pointed and slide your finger on the screen up or down To return to the Text Browser screen Tap To access the Quick Option Menu Tap Quick Option Menu The Quick Option menu gives you easy access to your player’s option settings. Touch to access the Quick Option menu from the Text Reader screen. To browse through the settings, tap on the desired item to highlight it. To select a setting, tap on the selection again.
Text Mode Save the current location as a bookmark. LoadMark Open (go to) a saved bookmark. DelMark Delete a saved bookmark. Set Font Set the font size of the text display. Set Color Set the text color of the display. Browser Mode Set the page scroll as Auto or Manual. Flip Time Adjust the amount of time between pages during Auto Scroll mode. www.cobyusa.
Explorer Mode Enter Explorer mode to view all folders and files loaded on your player. To enter Explorer mode, select and confirm EXPLORER from the Main Menu. Files and folders will be displayed in a list. If a compatible file is selected, it will be played in its corresponding mode.
Calculator Mode Perform basic mathematical operations with the calculator. To input a value, tap the number on the screen. To cancel and reset, touch To exit Calculator mode, touch www.cobyusa.com . .
Other Function Mode Access the Calendar, Time, Date, and Stop Watch utilities. To select a utility, tap on the desired menu. To return to the Main menu, tap . Calendar Set or view a calendar. Tap to highlight the Month or Year to adjust. Tap or Page 34 to adjust.
Other Function Mode Stop Watch Record the elapsed time. Tap to start account. Tap again to save the record. The player can save 3 records totally. www.cobyusa.
Other Function Mode Time Set the internal time display of your player. Point and slide your finger on the LCD up or down to adjust the Hour(hours) or Minute(mins). Tap Page 36 to save the setting.
Other Function Mode Date Set the internal date display of your player. Point and slide your finger on the LCD up or down to adjust the Month, Date, Year(from left to right). Tap to save the setting. www.cobyusa.
Settings Mode Enter SETTINGS mode to set your player’s system options. To enter Settings mode, select SETTINGS from the Main menu. To browse through the settings, tap on the desired item to highlight it. To select a setting, tap on the selection again or tap . To return to the previous screen, touch . Setting Options Item Description Display Setting LightTime Adjust the duration of time (in seconds) that the backlight will remain on after a key press.
Settings Mode Item Description Set the USB connection mode when connecting the player to a computer. USB Mode • Auto (MTP): The player will utilize an MTP connection if it is available. The MTP connection mode enables advanced synchronization features if you are using Windows Media Player 10 (WMP10) or newer. If an MTP connection is not available, the player will revert to MSC.
Transferring Files to the Player Connect the Coby player to a computer with the provided USB cable to: Transfer files to and from your player Perform basic file management functions. Connecting to a Computer Connect the player to your computer with the supplied USB cable. Upon connection: Your computer will automatically recognize the player as an MTP Device. An icon representing your player will appear under “Audio Devices” when you open “My Computer”.
Transferring Files to the Player Transferring Files The USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connection makes it easy to transfer music, video, photo, and text files (or any other data) quickly between the player and your computer. Simply use the player as you would a floppy disk using basic operating system commands. If you need further assistance with transferring files, please refer to your operating system’s instruction manual or on-screen help.
Transferring Files to the Player Microsoft Windows 1. Double-click the “My Computer” icon on your desktop and then double-click the icon that represents your Coby player (e.g., MP826 / MTP Multimedia Player). 2. Your player contains two folders: Data and Media. Drag your media files to the Media folder (e.g., music, video, pictures, or text files). Drag all other types of files to the Data folder for storage.
Transferring Files to the Player The latest version of Windows Media Player can be downloaded from the Microsoft website: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ windowsmedia/default.mspx Please refer to the Quick Start Guide included with your player for more information. For more information and support regarding music transfer and synchronization with Windows Media Player (WMP), please see the help section included with WMP (click “Help > Synchronizing Content to Devices”). Macintosh OS X 1.
Transferring Files to the Player Disconnecting from a Computer Disconnect your player as instructed below to detect data loss or file/firmware corruption. Microsoft Windows 1. Double-click the green arrow in the taskbar located on the lower-right side of the computer screen (Safely Remove Hardware). 2. Safely Remove Hardware: Select “USB Mass Storage Device” from the list that appears and then click on “Stop”.
Transferring Files to the Player Macintosh OS X 1. On the left side of the Finder Window, identify the appropriate Removable Disk icon. 2. Click on the “Eject” arrow on the right of the Removable Disk icon. 3. Disconnect the USB cable from the player and your computer. www.cobyusa.
Video Conversion For movie and music synchronisation and conversion, please use “Coby Media Manager” software supplied on the player. Coby Media Manager manual is also included on your player.
Firmware Upgrades From time to time, COBY may release firmware upgrades to improve the performance of the Player or to add additional features. Please check the COBY website periodically at www.cobyusa.com to see if new firmware has been released for your player. If you are experiencing abnormal behavior with your player, you may choose to restore (format) your player before updating its firmware. Do not interrupt the firmware upgrade process— doing so could damage your player and render it inoperable.
Safety Notices The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Safety Notices NOTICE: This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft. Content owners use Windows Media digital rights management technology (WMDRM) to protect their intellectual property, including copyrights. This device uses WMDRM software to access WMDRM-protected content.
Safety Notices FCC Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Safety Notices Important Safety Instructions 1. Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should be followed. 5.
Safety Notices 13. Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) when the power-supply or plug is damaged; b) if liquid has been spilled or if objects have fallen into the product; c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water; d) if the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Troubleshooting If you have a problem with this device, please read the troubleshooting guide below and check our website at www.cobyusa.com for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and firmware updates. If these resources do not resolve the problem, please contact Technical Support. Address COBY Electronics Technical Support 56-65 Rust Street Maspeth, NY 11378 Email techsupport@cobyusa.com Web www.cobyusa.
Troubleshooting I cannot transfer files to the player. Ensure that your computer is running a supported operating system. If using a USB extension cable, ensure that it is securely attached to the player and the PC, or try using another USB cable. If you have connected the player through a USB hub, try connecting the player directly to your computer. Ensure that the player’s memory capacity is not full. Ensure that the Hold switch is disengaged. There is no sound during playback.
Troubleshooting Ensure that the headphones are attached securely to the player. The player will not play my music file. Ensure that the file is in a compatible format. The file may be copy-protected and you no longer have authorization to play this file. If you feel this is in error, please contact the service from which you downloaded the file. The LCD characters are corrupted or something is wrong with the display. Ensure that the correct menu language has been set.
Features Integrated Flash Memory Intuitive Touchscreen Control 2.8” High-Resolution TFT Display Plays Music, Video, Photos and Text Plays Digital Music from most online stores and subscription services* ID3 and LRC Support for song and synchronized lyric information display Integrated FM Radio USB 2.0 Hi-speed for fast file transfers * Music Service must support Windows Media DRM (WMDRM). WMDRM10 requires Windows XP and Windows Media Player 10 or newer.
Specifications Display Type 2.8” Full-Color TFT @ 240x400 Memory MP826-2G: 2GB Flash MP826-4G: 4GB Flash MP826-8G: 8GB Flash Audio Format Support MP3, WMA, OGG Video Format Support WMV, ASF, MPEG-4 (AVI/XviD): 400x240@30fps Photo Format Support JPG, GIF, PNG, BMP Text Format Support TXT DRM Support WMDRM10 Song Info Support ID3, Windows Media FM Frequency Range 87.5 - 108.0MHz PC Interface USB 2.0 (MSC or MTP) Plug and Play Support Windows 2000/XP/Vista Macintosh OS X Audio Output 3.
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