Operating Instructions Digital Audio Player Model No. SV-MP010 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this product. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. Note “EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web site: http://panasonic.net/ MP010_EB_1.
Supplied accessories Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (As of March 2006) USB Cable —1 pc (K1HA05AD0004) Alkaline battery (LR6) —1 pc Stereo earphones —1 pc (L0BAB0000197) R (Earphones jack) L Insert firmly. System requirements OS: Microsoft® Windows® Me, Windows® 2000 Professional, Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional • The player cannot be used on Microsoft® Windows® 3.1, Windows® 95, Windows® 98, Windows® 98SE, Windows NT® or Macintosh®.
Table of contents Introduction Supplied accessories ...........................................................2 System requirements ...........................................................2 Table of contents ..................................................................3 Safety precautions ................................................................5 Battery (included) .................................................................8 Listening to music ..........................................
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.
Safety precautions • Do not disassemble, remodel, drop, or allow the unit to get wet. • Do not use or store in locations directly exposed to sunlight, corrosive gases, a heat vent, or a heating appliance. • Do not use or store in humid or dusty locations. • Do not use force to open the battery lid. • Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play. • Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle.
Recording and operating problems may occur on some computer systems. Please note that Panasonic and Panasonic dealers cannot be held liable for any lost audio data or other direct or indirect damage except in cases of intentional or gross negligence. This unit conforms with PlaysForSure which guarantees that music will play back in the event that the PlaysForSure logo is displayed for digital music purchased from an online store. For details on PlaysForSure, go to Microsoft’s website.
Customer Care Centre • For customers within the UK: 08705 357357 • For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 • Visit our website for product information • E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK • Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).
Battery (included) 1 alkaline battery (LR6) 2 1 3 ■ Battery indicator Full Empty→ Replace with a fresh battery • When the battery charge is low and the display flashes, the display panel backlight will not light. • If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable batteries manufactured by Panasonic are recommended. • Operation is not guaranteed when used with manganese batteries. Do not use manganese batteries.
Step 1 Have the music CDs recorded on your computer beforehand. ( page 10) Use Windows Media Player, a standard Windows® software program. ● This unit supports WMA and MP3 music files. You can also use music content (as either WMA or MP3 music files) downloaded from music distribution services. For details, go to the sites of the applicable services. Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Connect the unit to the computer. ( Introduction Listening to music page 11) Record the music from the computer onto the unit.
Recording music CDs on your computer An example of how to record music CDs is given below using Windows Media Player (hereafter abbreviated to “WMP”) Version 9 (“WMP9”) or 10 (“WMP10”). 1 Insert the music CD into your computer, and start WMP. Select [start] → [All Programs] → [Accessories] → [Entertainment] → [Windows Media Player]. (The displays given here are examples of what may appear.) ● When WMP is started up for the first time The WMP setup (installation) screen appears.
Recording music on the unit 1 3 2 Introduction Connecting the unit to the computer Before connecting the unit to the computer, be absolutely sure to insert the battery into the unit. ( page 8) USB cable (included) 1 Start the computer. 2 Open the USB port cover and connect the USB cable to the unit. Insert straight in so that the arrow side faces in the direction shown above. ■ Connection precautions Slanted Arrow side facing in the opposite direction Connect the USB cable to the PC’s USB port.
Recording music on the unit Note • Two or more units cannot be operated even when they have been connected to one computer. • Keep the USB cable as straight as possible. Bending the cable too much may destroy music data or cause problems with the computer. • Operation cannot be guaranteed if you use a USB hub or extension cable. • Inserting the cable forcibly into the USB connector diagonally or the wrong way round may deform the connector, causing problems with the unit and any device connected to it.
1 WMP9: Click [Copy to CD or Device]. WMP10: Click [Sync]. For WMP10: 1. Select [Tools] → [Options] → [Devices] → “Removable Disk (x:)” or “Panasonic Audio Player”. 2. Click [Properties] to display “Removable Disk (x:) Properties” or “Panasonic Audio Player Properties”. 3. Check the “Create folder hierarchy on device” check box on the “Synchronize” tab to turn this setting on. (Once performed, this procedure is stored in the memory and so need not be performed again in the future.
Recording music on the unit Disconnecting the unit ■ When the unit is indicated as “Removable Disk” (MSC mode) Right-click the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon on the computer’s taskbar. The “USB Mass Storage Device”window appears on the computer screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to disconnect the USB cable. Depending on the OS, the display differs.
Removable Disk or Panasonic Audio Player (this unit) Copy and paste or drag and drop MP3/WMA files into the MEDIA folder. This unit MEDIA Up to 7 levels of subfolders can be created under the MEDIA folder. Introduction Files and folders structure display on your computer ARTIST_A ALBUM_A1 aaatrack.mp3 bbbtrack.mp3 ccctrack.mp3 ALBUM_A2 dddtrack.mp3 eeetrack.mp3 ffftrack.mp3 ARTIST_B xxxxx Extension aaatrack.mp3 File name • Folder and files will play in the order in which they are downloaded.
Files and folders structure display on your computer Introduction ■ Folders displayed as playlists for the unit • The MEDIA folders • Subfolders in the MEDIA folder created by the computer • The unit cannot recognize folders beyond seven hierarchical levels (that is, at a depth of eight levels or more). Note • Playlists can be selected at each hierarchical level of the folders.
Name of parts and basic operations Volume button ( below) MODE button ( below) HOLD switch Battery lid ( below) ( page 8) Skip/Search button ( below) Display Earphones jack Ø3.5 mm stereo mini jack ( page 2) Turn on, off / Play/Stop button ( below) Strap (not included) Basic operations USB port ( page 11) ■ Basic playback operations Display the main menu: Press [ ] Turn ON: Press [ ] Turn OFF: Press and hold [ ] • “Good bye” is displayed, and the unit’s power is turned off.
Selecting modes Select the mode to be used from the main menu. Preparation: Release the HOLD switch. ( page 17) Basic operations 1 2 3 Turn the unit on. Press Display the main menu. Press Main menu Select mode. or Press Press • The screens for each of the modes will be displayed. • If more than 60 seconds pass before proceeding to the next step, repeat from step 2. MUSIC mode Play the files recorded on the unit (WMA and MP3 format) in MUSIC mode. ( page 19, Playing music) 1 Select “MUSIC”.
Playing music Preparation: 1. Record music on the unit. ( page 11) 2. Put on the earphones. ( page 2) 3. Release the HOLD switch. ( page 17) 1 Turn the unit on. (Start play.) A B C D E A Playback icon B Track number C Play time D Folder name (The name of the folder containing the track now playing is displayed.) E Track information 2 Adjust the volume. (0-25) or Press • When you adjust the volume, the screen will change from track name display to the volume display.
Selecting a playlist and listening to music Preparation: 1. Recording music on the unit ( page 11) 2. Release the HOLD switch. ( page 17) 3. Put on the earphones. ( page 2) 4. Turn the unit on. ( page 17) Selecting the track from which play is to start Example: When you want to select TRACK2 1 1 Display the playlist selection menu. Press and hold 2 Press 3 Select “ARTIST-B”. 4 Select “ALBUM-B2”. 5 RQTT0850 Select “MEDIA”. or Press Press or Press Press Select “TRACK2” and start play.
Selecting the folder containing the tracks to be played (FOLDER PLAY) Example: To play all the tracks in ALBUM-B2 2 Select “FOLDER PLAY” in step 5. When you press [ ], all of the tunes in “ALBUM-B2” will play in the order in which they were recorded. 5 Select “FOLDER PLAY”. or ■ Playlist selection menu ALL MUSIC ARTIST-A When “ALL MUSIC” is selected, all the tracks under the MEDIA folder are played, and then play stops.
Setting various items You can set various items. SET 1 2 3 4 1 SOUND MODE EQ SETTING A A B C D SURROUND B REMASTER C 2 PLAY MODE D 3 ERASE MODE 4 SYSTEM 6 7 8 5 BACKLIGHT 6 CONTRAST 7 BEEP 8 FORMAT RQTT0850 5 The icons matching the settings are displayed. 22 MP010_EB_2.
■ SET PLAY MODE ERASE MODE SYSTEM EQ SETTING NORMAL : No change in sound ROCK : Adds impact JAZZ : Adds club-like POP : Clarifies the treble range CLASSIC : Adds concert hall-like SURROUND ON : The SURROUND effect with presence OFF : Normal play REMASTER ON : Sound enhanced (Digital Re-master) OFF : Normal play NORMAL : Normal play ALL-REP. : All tracks in a list repeat ONE-REP. : 1 track repeat RANDOM : All tracks in a list random repeat TRACK : Erases selected tracks in the playlist.
Setting various items Making basic settings Example: Setting the amount of time for the backlight to be displayed Preparation: 1. Release the HOLD switch. ( page 17) 2. Turn the unit on. ( page 17) 1 2 3 Display the main menu. Press Select “SET”. or Press Press Select “SYSTEM”. or Press Press The SYSTEM settings menu will be displayed. 4 Select “BACKLIGHT”. or Press Press The BACKLIGHT time selection menu will be displayed. 5 Select “1min”.
■ PLAY MODE settings Example: When setting “ONE-REP.” 3 4 Press Select “SET”. or Press Press Select “PLAY MODE”. or Press Press Select “ONE-REP.”. or Press Press The display returns to the playback screen where the “ONE-REP.” icon was displayed. NORMAL : Normal play ALL-REP. : All tracks in a list repeat ONE-REP. : One track repeat RANDOM : All tracks in a list random repeat Note • To release the settings, select NORMAL at the step 4.
Erasing folders and files The recorded data can be erased using the unit menu. Preparation: 1. Release the HOLD switch. ( page 17) 2. Turn the unit on. ( page 17) This unit When erasing all the tracks in the MEDIA folder MEDIA ARTIST_A When erasing a track ALBUM_A ARTIST_B TRACK1.mp3 In the ERASE MODE, two erasure methods can be selected. 1. Erase folders By selecting the MEDIA folder, all the tracks in the selected folder are erased. 2. Erase tracks The track now playing or stopped is erased.
3 4 5 6 Select “ERASE MODE”. or Press Press Select the folder to be erased. or Press Press Select “YES”. or Press Press Select “YES”. or Press Press All the tracks in the MEDIA folder will be erased. 5 Select “TRACK”. or Press Press Press The selected TRACK1 is erased. MP010_EB_2.indd 27 Press Select “YES”.
Formatting The unit’s memory can be initialized (formatted) by the unit itself. Doing so will erase all the data recorded on it. Initiate the formatting while the battery indicator shows a full charge. Preparation: 1. Release the HOLD switch. ( page 17) 2. Turn the unit on. ( page 17) 3. Display the main menu. ( page 18) 1 Select “SET”. ( page 22, Setting various items) or Press 2 Select “SYSTEM”. or Press 3 4 5 RQTT0850 MP010_EB_2.indd 28 Press Select “FORMAT”. or Press Press Select “YES”.
RESET procedure RQTT0850 Other information If the screen display fails to change, operation is slow or the unit’s operation is otherwise unstable, try removing the battery and then putting it back inside. If the symptom still persists, follow the resetting procedure below. Initiating resetting makes it possible to delete files which cannot be deleted using the computer or the unit. Initiate the reset procedure while the battery indicator shows a full charge. 1. Slide the [ ] to ON. 2. Turn the unit on. 3.
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about any of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. No operation RQTT0850 • The HOLD function is on. • Replace the battery if it is dead. No sound, there is • Ensure the earphone plug is inserted firmly. a lot of noise or it • Wipe the plug clean with a clean cloth. is hard to hear the • Turn up the volume.
The backlight does not light The unit is not recognized even when it has been connected to the computer The tracks downloaded from the subscription type music distribution service cannot be transferred to the unit using WMP10 • The battery charge may be low. ( page 8) • Disconnect the USB cable, reboot the computer, and then connect the unit to the computer again. • The unit’s “secure clock” has been lost.
Specifications Memory size Supported sampling frequency Supported bitrates No. of channels Frequency response Output Power supply Approximate play times 1 GB MP3 : 8 kHz to 48 kHz WMA : 22.05 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz MP3 : 8 kbps to 320 kbps (128 kbps is recommend) WMA : 32 kbps to 192 kbps (96 kbps is recommend) Stereo, 2 channels 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (+0 dB, –6 dB) 3 mW + 3 mW (16 Ω, Ø3.5 mm stereo mini jack) DC 1.5 V (one alkaline battery) 80 hours Dimensions (W × H × D) Mass Maximum: 62.
