® SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS Wearable MP3 Player User Manual 2016
• To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen to high volume levels for long periods. • Fully understand user manual before use. • Ensure your player is at low volume levels or power off when not in use. For more information on safety, go to: www.sandisk.
CHAPTER 1 ............................................................................. 5 Safety Tips and Cleaning Instructions ................................................. 5 Audio/Video Player Safety Instructions ............................................... 5 CHAPTER 2 ............................................................................. 7 SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS Wearable MP3 Player Overview ....................... 7 Features ................................................................
CHAPTER 6 ........................................................................... 26 Radio 26 Listening to FM Radio ............................................................................ 26 Programming FM Presets ....................................................................... 27 Chapter 7 ............................................................................. 28 Books 28 Loading Audiobooks and Podcasts ...........................................................
CHAPTER 1 This chapter describes the safety tips and cleaning instructions for the SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS Wearable MP3 player. Safety Tips and Cleaning Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully before using the player. 1. Review this entire manual to ensure proper usage. 2. Keep this User Manual for future reference. 3. Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. This may create a traffic hazard and may be illegal in some areas.
• Studies, including one from NIDCD indicate that sounds of less than 80 decibels, even after long exposure, are unlikely to cause a hearing loss. • • Listen to your MP3 player at such a level that you can still hear conversation • It can also be dangerous to play your music with headphones/earphones at high volume while walking or engaged in other activities. You should exercise extreme caution and discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
CHAPTER 2 This chapter describes the features and functionality of the SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS Wearable MP3 player. SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS Wearable MP3 Player Overview Congratulations on your purchase of a SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS Wearable MP3 player! The affordable, super-lightweight Clip Sport PLUS gives you the freedom and flexibility to work out the way you want. Durable and water-resistant, it’s ready for a muddy mountain bike ride or a trail run in the rain.
Clip Sport PLUS Wearable MP3 Player: At-A-Glance Tips & Troubleshooting 8
Playback Screen 1-Play/Pause 6-Song No./ all songs 2-Battery Indicator 3-Album Art 5-Song progressShuffle 4-Artist Name/ Song name 1 Play/Pause Displays the music or recording playback status. 2 Battery Indicator Displays the battery status. 3 Album Art Displays the picture of the Album Art of currently playing content. 4 Artist name/ song name Displays the artist name and the song name 5 Song progress Displays the progress of the current track 6 Song no.
Main Menu Options: Six Core Functions Music – Browse and listen to artists, albums and playlists. Radio – Listen to FM broadcast radio and save presets. Books – Browse and listen to audiobooks. Sport – Functioning time saves logs and displays log details. Settings – View or customize the SanDisk player features. Bluetooth – Connect and pair your player to Bluetooth-enabled devices. Folders – Browse and listen to content saved in individual folders.
Product Capacities SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS 16GB Number of songs** (3.5 min) Up to 4,000 Notes: * 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less. **Approximations: results will vary based on file size, compression, bit rate, content, host device, pre-loaded files and other factors. See www.SanDisk.com Battery The player comes with an internal rechargeable battery that can last up to 20 hours* during typical use. To use the player for the very first time, you should fully charge the battery.
Firmware SanDisk occasionally releases firmware updates, which may include new features and performance enhancements. SanDisk highly recommends updating the MP3 player to the latest firmware. It is highly recommended to update the firmware after the first battery charge. For the latest firmware information and instructions to update your player, go to http://www.sandisk.com/support/clipsportplus. Earphones The player comes with adjustable earphones that can be customized to fit various ear sizes.
CHAPTER 3 This chapter describes basic user operation instructions for the SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS. Basic Operation Power/Select Button The Power button is located in the center of the player. It can be used to turn the player on or off, and also to select player options. Power On Press and hold the Power button for three seconds to turn on the player. The last played function screen from the Main Menu will appear after the device has been powered on.
Connecting Player to a Windows or Mac Computer To connect the player to a Windows computer, follow these steps: 1. Connect the large end of the USB cable into an available USB port on the computer. 2. Connect the smaller end of the USB cable into the player’s dock connector. 3. The display screen will show “Charging” (shown below). 4. The player will appear in My Computer as “SPORT PLUS.
Chapter 4 This chapter describes how to connect your SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS to a Bluetooth device (headphones, speakers). Bluetooth® The SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS connects wirelessly to Bluetooth enabled devices so you can enjoy high-quality streaming music with ease. Connect your player to a Bluetooth® wireless device (headset, speakers) 1. Bring your player and your Bluetooth wireless headset in range of each other. 2. Turn on both your player and headphones. 3. Put your headphones in pairing mode. 4.
Chapter 5 This chapter describes how to load music files from your computer to the SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS and play music on the device. Music The SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS is able to store thousands of songs in various formats and provides multiple listening options that can be customized to suit your individual needs. Loading Music You can transfer music from your computer to the player using the drag-and-drop method.
Drag and Drop (Mac) To drag-and-drop music to the player from a Mac computer, follow these steps: 1. Connect the player to your computer using the USB cable. 2. Double-click on the removable disk icon named “SPORT PLUS” that appears on your desktop. 3. Double-click on the Music folder. 4. Drag and drop music files from your computer to the player’s Music folder. 5. Visit the following link for step-by-step instructions: http://kb.sandisk.
4. Press the Forward button to skip to the next song or press-and-hold to fast forward. 5. Press the Previous button once to go back to the beginning of the current song or press Previous button twice to go back to the previous song. Press-and-hold the Previous button to rewind. 6. If the display screen does not show current song, then press the Back button to return to main menu. 7. The following options are available during music playback by pressing the Options button to access the Options menu.
Repeat This option repeats the song. 1. Select Repeat. 2. Press Select to toggle and choose a repeat mode: • Off: No repeat of tracks • Song: Repeat the current track • All: Repeat all selected tracks at the current menu location 3. Press the Back button to return to the playback screen. Shuffle This option plays songs in random order. 1. Select Shuffle. 2. Press the Select button to toggle between Shuffle On and Shuffle Off (to play songs in random order, set Shuffle to ON). 3.
Creating Playlists How do I create a playlist on the Clip Sport PLUS? The Clip Sport PLUS only supports M3U playlists and they must be stored in the same directory as the files in the playlist. The process below gives instructions for creating an M3U playlist using Windows Media Player for the use on the Clip Sport PLUS.
Step 2 - Drag the folder into Windows Media Player Music 21
Step 3 - Click the drop down menu and select "Save list as" Step 4 - Brows to the same directory where the files you want in the playlist are saved, choose M3U playlist as the file type, name the playlist and click save Music 22
You should now see the M3U playlist saved alongside the songs you want in the play list Step 5 - Drag the entire folder containing the songs and the M3U playlist to the Music folder of the SPORT PLUS The Playlist will now be available under the Playlist option in the Music menu.
Adding album art to a track using Windows Media Player Windows Media Player will typically import any media files left in the documents folder and any continuing sub folders. If the files are not importing or they are stored in a separate location then they must be manually added to the library. METHOD 1 - Manually add Album art using Windows Media Player 12 1. Run Windows Media Player. 2. Click on the Music tab. 3. Drag the picture you want to add to the Album Art icon.
METHOD 2 - Manually add album art using Windows Media Player 11 1. Run WMP. 2. Click Library on the top bar. 3. Select and right-click the file(s) you wish to update and select Advanced Tag Editor. 4. Click the Picture tab, then click Add. 5. Navigate to the image you wish to use for album art then click Open. 6. Click Apply then OK. METHOD 3 - Let WMP find the Album Info (WMP 10 and 11) 1. Run Windows Media Player. 2. Click Library on the top bar (Left Bar for WMP10). 3.
CHAPTER 6 This chapter describes how to listen to FM broadcast radio and program the preset stations on the SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS. Radio The SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS includes an integrated FM radio for listening to live broadcast FM stations. FM tuner requires wired headsets for operation. Listening to FM Radio To listen to live broadcast FM stations, follow these steps: 1. Select Radio from the Main Menu. A radio frequency menu will appear. 2.
Programming FM Presets You can program up 30 preset stations. To program the preset stations on the player, follow these steps: 1. Press the Options button during Radio playback. 2. Select Add Preset to save current frequency into presets, which can be found under View all Presets. Or while the earphones are connected, select Auto Presets to allow the player to automatically search and store the strongest broadcast signals. 3. Select Delete Preset to remove current frequency from presets. 4.
Chapter 7 This chapter describes how to load and play audiobooks and podcasts on the SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS. Books The SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS is able to store multiple audiobooks and podcasts. An audiobook is a recorded book in .mp3 format and a podcast is a recorded broadcast in .mp3 format. Loading Audiobooks and Podcasts You can transfer music from your computer to the player using the drag-and-drop method.
Drag and Drop (Mac) To drag-and-drop music to the player from a Mac computer, follow these steps: 1. Connect the player to your computer using the USB cable. 2. Double-click on the SPORT PLUS icon that appears on your desktop. 3. Double-click on the Audiobooks folder. 4. Drag and drop audiobook files from your computer to the player’s Audiobooks folder. 5. Visit the following link for step-by-step instructions: http://kb.sandisk.
Podcasts To play podcasts, follow these steps: 1. Select Books from the Main Menu. 2. Select Podcasts. Podcasts are listed in A-Z order. 3. Select desired Episodes, which are listed in newest to oldest order. After Episode is selected, podcast will play and podcast name/episode will be displayed. 4. The following options are available during playback by pressing the Options button: Books • Speed: Select between normal, fast or slow.
Chapter 8 This chapter describes how to use the SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS sport mode. Sport The SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS has a built-in timer function that records time in hours, minutes, seconds, and hundredths of a second. The timer function also allows you to record and save Laps. Stopwatch To start stop watch, follow these steps: 1. Select Sport from the Main Menu. 2. Select Stopwatch. 3. To start timer, press the Play button once. To Pause stopwatch, press the Play button once.
Recording Laps To record laps, follow these steps: 1. After starting the timer, press the Select button to record a Lap. Quick Tips: A Lap will save and record time between Laps. Lap 1 will save and record time from the beginning, then Lap 2 will save and record the amount of time that has lapsed between the previous Lap and the current time. Therefore, Laps will add up to the total time if it is utilized during live timing by the user. 2.
Chapter 9 This chapter describes how to customize the SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS settings. Settings The SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS has multiple settings that allow you to customize the device to match your own personal listening preferences. System Settings To select system setting options, follow these steps: 1. Select Settings from the Main Menu. 2. Select System Settings. 3.
Brightness This option adjusts the display brightness for better viewing in different lighting environments. 1. Select Brightness. 2. Press the Previous or Forward buttons to set the contrast level (20% to 100%). 3. Press the Select button to confirm choice. Power Saver This option turns the player off automatically when it has been idle for a defined period of time. 1. Select Power Saver. 2. Press the Previous or Forward buttons to select desired time (None to 120 minutes) before power off.
Replay Gain This option provides a method for keeping the perceived volume level constant during playback of content. Typically, music albums are mixed and targeted to differing average levels. During playback in shuffle mode there can be wide differences in the track volume, causing the user to make frequent corrections to the volume level. Quick Tips: European users be aware of the Europeans limits of volume within the laws and regulations of the European Union. 1. Select Replay Gain. 2.
CAUTION: This option will delete all customized settings from the player. 1. Select Restore. 2. Choose desired option by selecting Yes or No. 3. Press the Select button to confirm, or press the Back button to return to the previous menu. Music Options To select music options, follow these steps: 1. Select Settings from the Main Menu. 2. Select Music Options. 3. Customize the player with the following options: • Shuffle • Repeat Shuffle This option plays songs in random order. 1. Select Shuffle. 2.
Repeat This option repeats the song. 1. Select Repeat. 2. Press Select to toggle and choose a repeat mode: • Off: No repeat of tracks • Song: Repeat the current track • All: Repeat all selected tracks at the current menu location Quick Tips: If music is currently playing, the Options Menu can be accessed by pressing the Options button when the playback screen is open. Music options include: Add Song To GoList, Remove Song From GoList, Repeat, Shuffle, Music EQ, Delete Song, and Track Info.
Chapter 10 This chapter describes how to get service and support for the SanDisk Clip Sport PLUS Wearable MP3 player. Learn More, Service, and Warranty Information Getting Technical Support Before you contact Technical Support, we encourage you to read the Tips and Troubleshooting section to see if your question is covered there. If you have questions about the use or features of your SanDisk player as well as other SanDisk products, please visit our Knowledgebase at kb.sandisk.com or www.sandisk.
The statements should be displayed in the user manual: changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 15.105(b) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
