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this manual carefully to ensure proper use of the player and For Your Safety Read to avoid any danger or physical damage. WARNING Failing to heed the player instructions may cause serious injury. Product Use Improper use can result in explosion, fire or electric shock. Do not disassemble, repair or modify this player on your own. Do not get the player wet or drop it in water. If the player gets wet, do not switch it on. Contact a Service Center.
Failure to follow all instructions lead to physical injuries or damage to the player. Product Use Management of Important Data Be sure to back up important data. Please be aware that we claim no responsibility for damage from data loss due to breakdown, repair or other causes. Avoid malfunction Do not cause excessive impact on the player by dropping it. Do not place heavy objects on top of the player. Prevent any foreign particles or dust from entering into the player. Avoid malfunction Chapter 1.
Contents For Your Safety ..........................................2 Contents .......................................................4 Chapter 3. Multimedia function Listening to Music ....................................22 Chapter 1. Preparation Basic Information .......................................6 Components...............................................6 Screen Display Information........................9 Button Functions ......................................10 Charging the battery ..............
Chapter 4. Setting Chapter 6. Appendix Settings .......................................................40 Menu Tree ...................................................51 Product Specifications ............................52 Setting Display .........................................40 Setting Time ............................................42 Setting Language.....................................44 Setting the System ..................................45 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting To Upgrade Firmware ....
Basic Information Components Checking the Accessories Player ■ 6 Earphones AH30-00087D(black) USB Cable AH39-00899A Installation CD AH80-00139A Design of accessories is subject to change for the purpose of improvement, without notice.
Chapter 1. Preparation Front, Right Side All buttons are 'Light-touch' buttons.
Basic Information Components (Continued) Bottom/Rear USB Connection Port Earphone Jack [Bottom] [Rear] Reset Hole Earphone Connection √ Bottom Earphones 8
Basic Information Screen Display Information 6 1 7 Normal 2 4 5 1.Life is cool 002/020 √ 00:02:20 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 ■ NOTE Play Mode Display Graphic Equalizer Music Information Play Status Bar Current Music Number/ Total Number Display 6 7 8 9 Sound Effect Display Battery Status Display Play Time Display Play/Pause Display Components/Screen Display Information 3 Chapter 1. Preparation Music The screen pictures are for illustration purposes only. The actual screen may differ.
Basic Information Button Functions Buttons Functions and Use ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Slide and hold in the opposite direction of the arrow to turn the power on/off. Slide in the arrow direction to lock the buttons. Press and hold to move to the main menu. Short tap to move to the previous screen. Moving up, down, left and right and Function Selection. Tap to move up or down by one selection. Tap to move left or right by one selection. Press and hold to move up or down continuously.
on touch screen with your fingertip. Do not use any sharp object other than your fingers to operate the touch screen. Otherwise, touch screen may be damaged. ■ Do not tap on the touch screen if your fingers are not clean. ■ Do not tap on the touch screen with gloves on. Button Functions ■ CAUTION Chapter 1.
Basic Information Charging the battery Fully charge the rechargeable battery before using the player for the first time or when it has not been used for a while. the USB cable to the USB port 1 Connect ( ) on your PC. the other end of the USB 2 Connect cable to the USB Connection Port on the bottom of the player. ■ When connected with the USB cable, it takes about 4 hours for the player to fully charge although this may vary depending on your PC environment.
Basic Information Basic Use Turning the Power On Normal Slide and hold the [ HOLD √] switch in the opposite direction of the arrow. ■ Turning the Power Off √ 00:02:20 Slide and hold the [ HOLD √] switch in the opposite direction of the arrow again. ■ ■ NOTE Power is turned off. Power is automatically turned off when none of the buttons have been tapped for a preset period of time (Default: 1 minute) in the pause mode. √ Page 42 Playing Music 1 Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu.
Basic Information Basic Use (Continued) Volume Control Tap [ Normal ]. ■ You will see a volume control icon. ■ Tap [ ] to increase the volume or [ ] to decrease it. 1.Life is cool 002/020 √ 00:02:20 Lock Function In Hold mode, all buttons are disabled. This function is useful when you are walking or jogging. Normal 1 Slide the [ HOLD 1.Life is cool 002/020 14 √] switch in the direction of the arrow.
If a player malfunction occurs, you can re-initialize the system by pressing the Reset hole. Reset hole ■ The system will be initialized. ■ Your settings and files will not be affected. Basic Use Press the Reset hole at the rear of the player with a pointed object such as a safety clip. Chapter 1.
Loading Your Desired File Installing Samsung Media Studio Use Media Studio to transfer music files from your PC to the player. If Media Studio is not installed automatically CAUTION ■ Install the program on a PC running Windows XP after logging on with an Administrator account. Please refer to your PC's user manual to see how to do this. Before you start! Insert the installation CD provided with the player into the CD-ROM drive. 1 Click . 2 Click .
Loading Your Desired File Connecting to your PC Before you start! Use the USB Cable provided when connecting the player to your PC. 1 PC Requirements The PC system must meet the following minimum specifications: ■ ■ ■ ■ Pentium 300MHz or higher DirectX 9.0 or higher 100MB of free hard disc space Windows Media Player 10.0 or higher ■ ■ ■ ■ Windows XP Service Pack 2 or higher USB Port 2.
Loading Your Desired File Adding Files/Folders in Samsung Media Studio Media Studio enables you to select and organize files and folders in preparation for transfer to your player. 2 3 3 Please refer to Help for more information on how to use Media Studio. ■ 18 Click
Before you start! ■ ■ Connect the player to your PC. Media Studio must be installed on your PC. ■ If the program does not start automatically, double-click the Media Studio icon on the desktop. 2 Click the desired file icon on the left side. ■ ■ Choose the file type you want to transfer by clicking on one of these icons. represents a music file and represents a photo. Click icon to display etc list. The ETC list includes file types (ex: TXT, XOV, etc) other than music and photo files.
Loading Your Desired File Transferring Files to the Player with Samsung Media Studio Perform the following steps to transfer files from your PC to the player. 2 3 4 Portable window ■ Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote and Gracenote CDDB® Music Recognition ServiceSM. ■ CDDB is a registered trademark of Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and logotype, the Gracenote CDDB logo and logotype, and the "Powered by Gracenote CDDB" logo are trademarks of Gracenote.
■ ■ Connect the player to your PC. Media Studio must be installed on your PC. 1 Media Studio will automatically start when the player is connected to your PC. ■ If the program does not start automatically, double-click the Media Studio icon on the desktop. 2 Click the desired file icon on the left side. ■ Click icon to display etc list. The ETC list includes file types (ex: TXT, XOV, etc) other than music and photo files. 3 Select the file to transfer in the left file list. 4 Click icon.
Listening to Music Listening to Music Before you start! Connect the earphones, then turn on the player, and check the battery. E.g. Playing by Artist 1 Press and hold [ 2 Tap [ ■ Music 1 ■ ■ ■ ■ 22 ] to select and then tap [ ]. The Music Menu will appear. Music Menu ■ : You can see the current song.
■ ] to select an artist, then tap [ ]. The albums for the artist will appear. Now Playing Artists 5 Tap [ Albums Tracks ■ Genres ] to select an album, then tap [ ]. The music files for the selected album will appear. Playlists 6 Tap [ tap [ ■ 4,5,6 ] to select a music file to play, then ]. The music will start playing. Chapter 3.
Listening to Music Listening to Music (Continued) To Pause 1 Tap [ ■ 2 Tap [ ■ ] again. The music will play from the point where it stopped. ■ NOTE ] while the music is playing. The music playback will be paused. Power is automatically turned off when none of the buttons have been tapped for a preset period of time (Default: 1 minute) in the pause mode. √ Page 42 To search within a track 1 Press and hold [ ■ ] while the selected track is playing.
To Play from the beginning of the current track Tap [ ] after 3 seconds of play. The current track starts playing from the beginning. Chapter 3. Multimedia Function Listening to Music ■ To Play the previous/next track Tap [ ■ ] within 3 seconds of play. The previous track will start playing. Tap [ ■ ]. The next track will start playing. ■ CAUTION When playing VBR files, the previous track may not play even if you tap [ 3 seconds of play.
Listening to Music Creating a Playlist Using Samsung Media Studio A playlist is a list of your favorite songs. 1 3 3 2 1 Click on the top of Media Studio. ■ The window appears. 2 Click on the bottom. ■ The Creation window appears. 3 Type in the album title and click . 26 ■ A new album (playlist) will be created and stored in the My Album section of Media Studio.
Adding Music files to a Playlist 1 Click on the top of Media Studio. 1 ■ 5 in the right corner of the 2 Click window. ■ The Album window appears. 3 files that you want to transfer in the 4 Select window. Double-click on a desired album in the right window. ■ icon. The selected files will be added to the album (playlist). Exporting a Playlist to your Player Using Media Studio 1 3 2 4 1 Click on the top of Media Studio.
Listening to Music To Play a Playlist Before you start! For more information, see pages 26~27 to see how to create and transfer playlists to your player. Music 1 Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu. 2 Tap [ ] to select and then tap [ ]. Now Playing Artists Albums Tracks ■ Genres Playlists The Music Menu will appear. 3 Tap [ ]. The Playlist(s) will appear. ■ If there is no playlist found, you will see a message of on the screen.
Listening to Music Using the Music Option Menu To select the sound effect Different sound effects can be selected that enable you to enhance the music you are listening to. Normal ■ 2 Tap [ Sound Effect ■ Graphic EQ Play Mode ] to select and then tap [ ]. The sound effect menu appears. 3 Tap [ ■ ] while listening to music. The music option menu appears. ] to select the desired sound effect and then tap [ 1 Tap [ ■ 2 Tap [ Sound Effect ■ ] while listening to music.
Listening to Music Using the Music Option Menu (Continued) To select the play mode Normal 1 Tap [ ■ 2 Tap [ Sound Effect Graphic EQ Play Mode ■ ]. ] to select the desired mode and then tap [ ]. You can select either or . ■ ■ ■ ■ 30 ] to select and then tap [ The play mode menu appears. 3 Tap [ ■ ] while listening to music. The music option menu appears. : To play all the tracks in order one time. : To repeat one file.
Photo Viewing Photo Viewing Before you start! See pages 20-21 to transfer Photo files to your player. and hold [ 1 Press menu. [ ■ Photo ] to select and then tap ]. The Photo list will appear. 3 Tap [ ] to select the photo file of your choice, then tap [ ]. 1 ■ ■ Slideshow Viewing You can view your picture files in order as a Slideshow. 1 Tap [ ■ ■ NOTE You will see thumbnail photos if the appropriate information is included in the file.
Photo Viewing Using the Photo Option Menu To listen to music while viewing your photo You can listen to the song that you last played while viewing your photo. 1 Tap [ ■ ] while viewing a photo. The photo option menu appears. 2 Tap [ ] to select or . Background Mu.. Add to Screen S.. ■ : You can listen to the song that you last played while viewing your photo.
Listening to FM Radio Listening to FM Radio Before you start! Connect the earphones, then turn on the player, and check the battery. 2 Tap [ [ ■ ] to move to the main ] to select and then tap ]. FM radio reception will start. FM Radio To use Mute function Tap [ ] while listening to the FM radio. ■ Sound is muted. ■ Tap [ ] once again to hear sound. 2 ■ CAUTION Always connect your earphones to the player when searching or setting frequencies.
Listening to FM Radio Listening to FM Radio (Continued) To switch to Manual mode Select this mode if you want to manually search through the FM band one frequency at a time. 1 Tap [ Preset Mode Go to Manual .. Delete Preset Auto Preset 2 Tap [ [ ] in . ] to select and then tap ]. Preset List FM Sensitivity ■ You will see on the screen. To switch to Preset Mode Select this mode if you want to search through your saved FM presets one preset at a time.
To automatically search for frequencies Manual Mode Press and hold [ ] in . The broadcast station frequency nearest from the point the button is released will be searched. To manually search for frequencies Manual Mode Tap [ ■ ] in . Moves to next frequency whenever the button is tapped. Chapter 3.
Listening to FM Radio Setting FM Presets You can set up to 30 presets in FM Radio mode. To automatically set Presets 1 Tap [ Manual Mode Go to Preset .. Add Preset Auto Preset 2 Tap [ ■ ] in FM Radio mode. ] to select and then tap [ You will see the Auto Preset window on the screen. FM Sensitivity 3 Tap [ ■ ■ ] to select and then tap [ Up to 30 presets are automatically saved. Using deletes all previous presets.
To manually set Presets Manual Mode Add Preset Auto Preset FM Sensitivity ■ ] to select the desired frequency in . ]. ] to select and then tap [ ]. The selected frequency will be added to the preset list. A maximum of 30 preset numbers are added to the list in sequential order. 4 To set a preset for other frequencies, follow steps 1-3 above. ■ NOTE If a frequency that you try to add already exists in the list, you will see
Listening to FM Radio To Delete Presets Delete Preset 89.1MHz 1 Tap [ ] in . 89.2MHz 89.3MHz 89.4MHz 2 Tap [ ■ ] to select and then tap [ ]. The preset frequencies will appear. 3 Tap [ ] to select the preset frequency you want to delete and then tap [ ]. ■ The confirmation window will appear. 4 Tap [ ■ ] to select and then tap [ ]. The selected preset will be deleted. select and delete other preset numbers, follow 1-4 steps 5 Toabove.
Listening to FM Radio Setting FM Radio To set FM Sensitivity Manual Mode Add Preset Auto Preset FM Sensitivity 2 Tap [ ■ ] in FM Radio mode. ] to select and then tap [ ]. The FM Sensitivity menu appears. 3 Tap [ ] to select the sensitivity and then tap [ ]. ■ You can select from , and . ■ The higher FM sensitivity is, the more frequencies that can be received. Setting FM Radio Chapter 3. Multimedia Function To Delete Presets/ Go to Preset ..
Settings Setting Display You can adjust the screen saver and the turn-off time for the screen display. 1 Press and hold [ 2 Tap [ ■ ] to move to the main menu. ] to select and then tap [ ]. The Settings menu appears. Settings 3 Tap [ Settings Display ■ ] to select and then tap [ ]. The Display menu appears. Time Language System NOTE 40 4 Use the [ ] and [ Button Operation ■ Tap [ ] to move up or down in the list. ■ Tap [ ] to select and confirm your settings.
: You can set an image to use as a screen saver. Select either , , , and and set the wait time. is a photo you designated as a screen saver in . √ page 32 You can select from <15sec>, <30sec>, <1min>, <3min>, <5min>, and . If no button is tapped within the time set shown above, the player will display the screen saver image.
Settings Setting Time Settings Display You can set the current Time, Sleep Timer and Auto Power Off. 1 Press and hold [ ] to move to the main menu. Time Language System 2 Tap [ ■ 3 Tap [ ■ ]. ] to select
Time Set 1 Tap [ Time Set PM Hour Min 06 35 ] to select
Settings Setting Language You can set the language for the menu. 1 Press and hold [ Settings Display ] to move to the main menu. Time Language System 2 Tap [ ■ 3 Tap [ 4 Use the [ ■ ] to select and then tap [ ] to select and then tap [ ] and [ ■ 44 ]. ] to select the language for the menu. Select from , < >, , , , < >, < >, < >, , < , , , and . NOTE ]. The Settings menu appears.
Settings Setting the System You can set various functions of the player. 1 Press and hold [ Settings Display Time Language System 2 Tap [ ■ ] to select and then tap [ ]. The Settings menu appears. ] to select and then tap [ ]. The System menu appears. 4 Use the [ ] and [ ] to set the desired functions : You can set the start point where the player resumes playback after you stop playing the music.
Settings Setting the System (Continued) ■ : Returns all settings to the default value. ■ : You can check the firmware version, memory capacity and file number. ■ ■ ■ Firmware Version : Displays the current firmware version. Memory : Indicates the remaining memory capacity. indicates the usage, indicates the remaining capacity and indicates the total memory capacity.
To Upgrade Firmware Future upgrades may be available for this player to enhance performance and compatibility. to http://www.samsung.com, select [SUPPORT] → [DOWNLOAD CENTER] 1 Connect and then select your player. the player page appears, select [Firmware] below the model name to 2 When download the latest firmware. ■ The uncompressed files will be displayed. 4 Connect the player to your PC with the USB cable.
To Upgrade Firmware (Continued) and click on the Desktop icon in 6 Locate Windows Explorer (left column). The contents of the Desktop will appear in the right column. and select the Firmware update files 7 Locate (right column) and drag-and-drop it into the [Samsung YP-K3] → [Data] folder. 8 After disconnecting USB Cable, the player will be turned off automatically. 9 Slide and hold the [ HOLD ] switch in the opposite direction of the arrow. √ ■ The firmware will be upgraded.
Troubleshooting Check points & Troubleshooting Problem ■ Power will not turn on. ■ ■ Buttons do not work. If a malfunction is experienced, check the following. If the problem persists, contact 1-800-SAMSUNG for assistance. ■ ■ Power will not turn on if the battery is fully discharged. Recharge the battery and turn on the player again. Press the Reset hole. Check if the [HOLD √] switch is in the direction of the arrow position. Check if you tapped the right button, then tap again.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Check points & Troubleshooting Problem ■ Playing is disabled. ■ ■ ■ File upload is disabled. ■ ■ 50 Check if the available file has been saved in the player. Check if the music file is damaged. Check if there is enough battery power. Check if the USB cable is securely connected. Reconnect if necessary. Check if the memory is full. Press the Reset hole. Files or data are missing. Check if the USB cable has been disconnected during file or data transmission.
Menu Tree You can quickly view the menu structure. Menu Select Screen Music FM Radio Photo Settings Chapter 6.
Product Specifications Model Name Power Built-in Battery Power File Compatibility YP-K3 3.7V (Li-Polymer Rechargeable) 500mAh Music : MPEG1/2/2.
License The product unit accompanying this user manual is licensed under certain intellectual property rights of certain third parties. In particular, this product is licensed under the following US patents : 5,991,715, 5,740,317, 4,972,484, 5,214,678, 5,323,396, 5,539,829, 5,606,618, 5,530,655, 5,777,992, 6,289,308, 5,610,985, 5,481,643, 5,544,247, 5,960,037, 6,023,490, 5,878,080, and under US Published Patent Application No. 2001-44713-A1.
Safety Information FCC 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.
FCC Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate the device. EMI/EMC: FCC Part 15 Subpart B Compliance Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. This product conforms to the following Council Directive: ◆ Directive 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC(EMC) Declaration of Conformity Name: Samsung Electronics Co.
Warranty Samsung warrants this product as free of defects in material, design and workmanship for a period of twelve(12) months from the original date of purchase. If during the period of warranty this product proves defective under normal use and service, you should return the product to the retailer from whom it was originally purchased. The liability of Samsung and its appointed maintenance company is limited to the cost of repair and/or replacement of the unit under warranty.
5. The warranty is not applicable in cases other than defects in material, design and workmanship. The warranty does not cover the following: Periodic checks, maintenance, repair and replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear. ◆ Abuse or misuse, including but not solely limited to the failure to use this product for its normal purposed or in accordance with Samsung's instructions usage and maintenance.
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