User Manual

MULTI - CODEC CD PLAYER / FM TUNER

Model iMP-550
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Model iMP-350 Model iMP-550

Thank you for purchasing the product. Please read the manual carefully before use.

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FCC CERTIFICATION
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICES 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 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 equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures : - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

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INTRODUCINGTHEIRIVERWEBSITE
URL : http://www.iRiver.com Provides information on our company, products, and email addresses for support. Unique feature of "Firmware (system software) Upgrade" is available for download on our site. The Firmware Upgrade allows for premium disc readability and provides new features as well as enhancements to current features. New CODECs that will be introduced in the future will be supported via Firmware Upgrade. Register your iRiver product online so that our Customer Service is enabled to provide support as efficiently as possible.

UNIQUE FEATURES OF IMP-550

Unique and Ultra slim design(Height : 13.7 mm) Multi-Codec CD Player : Supports MP3, WMA and ASF format as well as conventional Audio CD. Firmware Upgrade : Provides the latest updated features via free downloads from our website. New formats such as AAC, MP3Pro and Ogg Vorbis, (if supported by iRiver in the future) can be added to the player with a simple firmware upgrade. Graphic 4 line LCD supporting Multiple Languages : iMP-550 comes with graphic LCD which can support multiple languages, including: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, other alphabet-oriented fonts, Korean, Japanese (Katakana, Hiragana, Kanji), Chinese (Traditional, Simplified) and others. A total of 39 languages are supported. Built-in Recharging with Over Charge Protection Circuit/ Discharging Function : You can listen the music during charging and protect over-charge with over charge protection circuit. Built-in discharging function for long duration of battery life . iRiver ShockFree Anti-Shock System+ESP function : Using exclusive iRiver anti-skip technology, the iMP-550 provides maximum skip protection by buffering your music before playback.

iRiver Limited does not assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this document or make any commitment to update the information contained herein. iRiver is a registered trademark of iRiver Limited in the Republic of Korea and /or other countries and is used under license. Microsoft Windows Media and the windows Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and /or other countries. WinAmp and WinAmp logo is registered trademark of NullSoft Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective companies or organization. All other product names may be trademarks of the companies with which they are associated. 1999-2003 iRiver Limited. All right reserved.

ETIQUETTE Function : Can lessen a mechanical noise when reading a CD. Xtreme EQ : Make your EQ as the way you like by adjusting five frequency zones and enjoy dynamic sound. Enhanced Battery Life : With MP3/WMA files, the iMP-550 can play for up to 55 hours using external batteries. FM Tuner : Auto scanning and frequency memory function make it easy for you to enjoy listening to the FM Radio. Can play a CD recorded by Packet Write or Multi Session perfectly. WinAmp Playlist playback support Graphic User Interface Menu Support

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Locating the Controls Player Front & Back.......................................................... 5 Player Side, Inside............................................................ 6 Remote Control, LCD Window.......................................... 7 2. Getting started Playing a Disc................................................................... 8~9 Operating the FM Tuner.................................................... 10~11 Operating the Remote Control.......................................... 12~13 3. Useful Features Navigation Mode............................................................... MODE(Playback Mode).................................................... Program Mode.................................................................. -10/+10,Etiquette.............................................................. EQ Mode........................................................................... MENU............................................................................... 4. Additional Information Support WinAmp Playlist.................................................. Power Supply(Adapter)..................................................... Power Supply(Rechargeable Batteries)............................ Trouble Shooting............................................................... Precautions....................................................................... Notes................................................................................ Accessories....................................................................... Specifications.................................................................... Regulatory Informations.................................................... Safety Warning.................................................................

LOCATING CONTROLS(PLAYER)
Front

14 15 16~17 18 19 20~31

OPEN

Back
DC IN 4.5V : Connect the Adapter to charge rechargeable batteries or using external power. Insert by matching the + and - polarity them. EXT BATT : Connect Ext Battery Pack to use AA type batteries.

32~33 34 35~37 38~39 40~41 42 43 44 45 46

Product Serial Number

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LOCATING CONTROLS(PLAYER)
Side

LOCATINGCONTROLS(REMOTECONTROL)
Remote Control

OPTICAL/LINE OUT : Use to record to another audio equipment or to listen through external audio equipment(Speaker etc.) REMOTE CONTROL/EARPHONE :Connect the Remote control/Earphone.

STOP PLAY / PAUSE / MUTE

Inside LCD Window

TRACK NUMBER PLAY TIME PLAYBACK MODE HOLD BATTERY INDICATOR FOLDER NAME FILE NAME ID3 TAG INFORMATION VOLUME/EQ/Level Meter

Hold

BATTERY COMPARTMENT

FILE FORMAT PROGRAM / PLAYLIST

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PLAYING A DISC
Slide the open button on the side of the player and Insert the disk with the disk label facing out.

PLAYING A DISC

Connect Remote Control and Earphone. Play/Pause Play Next Folder

h Pus

Click

ush Long P

CD

FM Changing
lick Long C

Play Previous Folder

h Pus

ush Long P

Slide HOLD Switch to Off position. STOP

h Pus

GO Forward Quickly
Click
ush Long P

Go Backward Quickly Play Next Track

h Pus

ush Long P

Power Off
lick Long C

Press the PLAY/STOP button to play.

Play Previous Track

h Pus

Click

File Format displayed as below ASF Conventional Audio CD WMA MP3

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OPERATING THE FM TUNER

While playing a CD, you can switch back and forth between CD and FM mode with a long click of the Mode/CD/FM Stereo button. To select Stereo/Mono Displayed the STEREO indicator during stereo reception. Power Off To mute
lick Long C

OPERATING THE FM TUNER

Memory Function (Save channels) 1 push the Navi/Menu jog switch to release PRESET, select the channel by pushing the jog switch or .
2
Click

lick Long C

Click
STEREO

Click

To release the muting

Click

Push or and select the desired channels Select CH02

Click

again Save complete

Click

Selecting Frequency(FM 87.5MHz ~ 108MHz) 1 To change frequency, push and release or

h Pus
(ex : 87.5 87.6)
STEREO

Up to 20 channels can be memorized.

will exit the memory function without saving.

2 Auto Scan function: To select memorized channel, push the Navi/Menu

Auto memory function : (To save the Channels automatically) push the Navi/Menu jog switch to release PRESET, push and hold the PROGRAM/EQ/MEMORY. It is saved from CH01 to CH20 automatically.
Click
lick Long C

jog switch to release PRESET and find the memorized channel by scrolling or . g Push
Click
Lon

<PRESET RELEASING> 3 PRESET Mode : To select memorized channel, push the Navi/Menu jog switch and find the memorized channel by scrolling or .
Click
h Pus

Memory delete function (Delete saved channels) 1 Select channel to be deleted by pushing the NAVI/MENU/PRESET button at preset mode.
2

Press and hold the memory button.

lick Long C

<PRESET SETTING>
Example)
STEREO STEREO STEREO

FM tuner reception will be affected in weak transmission areas. When player doesn't have any preset channels, EMPTY will be displayed at preset mode then fade out.

3 The next channel will appear when channel delete is completed.

Push memory button if you want to delete the next channel also.

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OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL

The remote control operates every function using 3 jog switches and 3 buttons.

OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL

Basic Operation Function

STOP PLAY/PAUSE/MUTE

Push to select the previous track, broadcasting or frequency Push to select the next track, broadcasting or frequency To activate Navigation function to set or release the preset function(FM). Click lick To activate Menu function Long C

HOLD

Basic Operation Function

To stop CD playback To power on
lick Long C
Click

Push -10 button to go back to the previous 10th track. Push +10 button to go back to the next 10th track. Push and hold +10 button to activate/release the iRiver Shock Free or Etiquette function. To set the CD playback mode or FM Stereo mode. Click To select CD or FM function. Long Click

To power on, play CD or pause

Click

Set the HOLD switch on the remote control to ON to not operate the buttons on the remote control. Set the HOLD switch on the remote control to OFF to operate the buttons on the remote control.

Push VOL - to decrease volume Push VOL + to increase volume To set CD Program/ Interval repeat playback To save/ delete FM channels. To playing CD/ select EQ Long Click

Click

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NAVIGATION

MODE(PLAYBACK MODE)
You can enjoy various ways of playing by using playback mode. Please refer to the function controls (page 28) for user-defined configurations. When MODE button switch is pushed, icon in the playback mode indicator is changed. REPEAT

Navigation is the function used to search tracks.

Click

1 To start NAVIGATION

Scroll up

Scroll down

Play a single track repeatedly. Play all tracks in the folder and stop. Play all tracks in the folder repeatedly. Play all tracks in the disk repeatedly.

3 Select Folder or Scroll to Upper Folder

Select present Folder

or
Click

SHUFFLE Randomly play all tracks in the disk repeatedly and stop. Play a single track repeatedly. Randomly play all tracks in the folder repeatedly and stop. Randomly play all tracks in the folder repeatedly. Randomly play all tracks in the disk repeatedly. INTRO

Click

Scroll to Upper Folder

lick Long C

or

Select the track or

Click

INTRO: Play beginning 10 seconds of each track in sequential order. INTRO HIGHLIGHT: Plays 10 seconds from the spot 1 minute was played for each track in sequential order. For example, song A plays 10 seconds from 1 minute into the song, so the highlight ends at 1 minute 10 seconds. Then song B plays 10 seconds from 1 minute into the song, so the highlight ends at 1 minute 10 seconds, and so forth with each track.

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PROGRAM MODE
Program mode: Play tracks in your own playlists. Select Program/Playlist: Playback play lists if the disc contains WinAmp play list *.m3u files. (Refer to page 32~33)

PROGRAM MODE
Program play
After programming, press to play the tracks in sequential order.

The program mode icon appears

Activating Program mode

At stop mode

Cancel Program Mode

Click

While Playing

le Doub

Click

Change to Program mode Program mode is activated while in Stop Mode. Repeat A-B is activated while in Play Mode. After selecting the desired track using , , -10, +10 button,
Click

While in Stop Mode

Click

Interval Repeat
Play a selected interval repeatedly

Press button once to select the beginning <A> Point.

To add all the songs in a certain folder, use NAVI/MENU button and select the folder using or button and then press PROGRAM button. (It can not add the folder within a folder) TO REMOVE A PROGRAMMED SONG Select the song to be deleted using the PROGRAM/EQ button and press the Mode button. The program list will be updated automatically.

Press button again to select the ending <B> Point.

The order of programmed track The order of track in the CD A-B interval will be repeated.

Press button again to cancel.

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-10/+10, ETIQUETTE FUNCTION

-10/+10 Function
During playback, push the MODE/CD FM/STEREO lever to -10 to go back to the previous 10th track, and push it to +10 to go forward to the next 10th track.
h Pus

EQ MODE
EQ MODE

iRiver Shock Free Function

iRiver ShockFree This is the function to prevent skipping when ush Long P playing a Standard Audio CD. Toggle On/Off by sliding MODE/CD FM/STEREO lever +10 side during PLAY mode. Caution: Poorly recorded CDs may have inferior disc readability while the iRiver ShockFree mode is activated. In this case, please disable the iRiver ShockFree mode.

Press and hold the PROGRAM/EQ/MEMORY button to display the current EQ. Every time you click this button, the EQ mode scrolls in sequential order.

Note: Please refer to the Function Control (Page 31) for configuring Xtreme EQ.

ETIQUETTE FUNCTION
During stop mode, push and hold the MODE/CD FM/STEREO lever to +10 to activate the ETIQUETTE function. Etiquette Function Etiquette function lets the SORT be set to Physical Address(Refer to page 23), TAG INFORMATION to OFF(Refer to page 24). Mechanical noise is lessen when reading a CD.
ush Long P

When moving or jolting : activate the iRiver Shock Free When playing poorly recorded CDs : disable the iRiver Shock Free When listening at the clam place, to lessen a mechanical noise : activate the Etiquette function

When the battery level is low It beeps every 10 minutes. ( Beep sound can be on/off. For details, please refer to page. 22) iFP product may not function properly. Replacing battery or charging is recommended.

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MENU (FUNCTION CONTROLS)

Function Control is subject to change with different firmware versions. Users can configure their own settings.

MENU
Shift between Menus Push the button to move to previous menu, push the button to move to next menu. between main menu and sub menu.
h Pus

Configuration

From Main Menu to Sub Menu

Click Click

or

Enter Sub Menu

Click Click

or

Menu Operation
Press and hold the NAVI/MENU button to display the menus. It is composed of 6 main menus with sub-menus.

Each control option is configured by following buttons.

MAIN MENU

Click

or

h Pus

SUB MENU
2

Exit Sub Menu

Click

When you select a sub menu, you can set your preference to be displayed.

To exit from the main menu.

Click

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MENU(GENERAL)
GENERAL
BEEP VOLUME : Configure beep sound with volume level. Set to 0 for OFF.
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MENU(GENERAL)
SORT : It is useful when you sort files on CD . If directory structure is like as right picture, the setting order is like as follows.
BREADTH FIRST : DEPTH FIRST : PHYSICAL ADDR. : It is sorted as the sequence of recording order independent of directory structure.
GENERAL

ROOT

RESUME : You can select how to resume the last track played. Track # plays the beginning of the last track played, while Track Time resumes to the exact position in the song. SOUND FADE IN : When activated, volume increases gradually at playback mode to prevent sudden loudness. LANGUAGE(supports 39 languages) : Song title and ID3 tag information for the CD is dependent on the version of the PC operating system that was used to create it. (For example, if a CD is created in a Korean version of Windows, the language setting should be Korean for proper title display) CD ESP : This is the function to prevent skipping when playing a Standard Audio CD. For best sound quality, it is recommended to use the 80 SEC option, for maximum skip protection, 320 SEC option is suggested. If 320 sec is set, the sound goes worse than 80 sec setting according to data compression. MP3 CD(128Kbps, 44KHz) is always operated 900sec option.

ex)
* You should set sort at stop mode.

CHARGE FUNCTION Select Charging or discharging for rechargeable batteries. OFF : Charging and Recharging is not operated. CHARGE ON : Select charging for rechargeable batteries. DISCHARGE & CHARGE : Charge after discharging the rechargeable batteries. When discharging is completed, change to CHARGE ON automatically.(Refer to page 36~37) MULTI SESSION OFF : do not support the Multi Session ON : support the Multi Session In case audio CD is not made of Multi Session. set the Multi Session to OFF to shorten the access time. LOAD DEFAULT VALUE : Initialize to original factory setting. Button operation is as below
(Select Default Menu) (move to YES) (Select YES : INITIALIZATION)

MULTI-SESSION charge function multi-session

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MENU (DISPLAY)
DISPLAY
BACK-LIGHT(SEC) Select the back-lighting time ADAPTER ALWAYS ON : Select it by using 3 button.If the adapter is connected, backlight is always on and if the adapter is disconnected, backlight is on whenever you press the button.
0 : Backlight is off. 21 : Backlight is always on. Adjust the lighting time(1~20Sec) by using and button.

MENU (TIMER & CONTROL)

BATTERY INDICATOR Adjust level of battery indicator. If select lower number, the level of battery indicator is higher. And if select higher number, the level of battery indicator is lower.

TIMER(Set Auto Power Off)

SLEEP POWER OFF(Minute step) : Automatically power off after fixed time (Time range can be set from 0 to 99 minutes). You can listen beep sound before power off. By using button, you can select beep sound to ON or OFF.

LCD CONTRAST : Adjust LCD contrast of remote control. Contrast can be adjusted by using the and buttons. VISUALIZATION : Visualizes audio signal at play mode. LEVEL METER WAVEFORM PROGRESSIVE TAG INFORMATION ON : Displays track with ID3 tag information or with lyrics if there are lyrics. OFF : Displays track with file name.
When you turn the tag information ON during track playback, display will begin with the next track played. CAPTION OFF : You can turn off lyric display of synchronized MP3. You can select tag information display preference using or button.
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Use or button to adjust time. This function works in both CD and FM modes. When the power is off, the sleep power off setting goes back to Zero setting.

STOP POWER OFF : Automatically turns power off at stop mode. Time range can be made from 1~60 minutes.
and button can be used for time setting. This function only works in CD function.
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CONTROL
FF/RW SCAN ON : Long click of or button for fast scan within the track. Short click of or button for next or previous track. OFF: Fast Scan through songs in a folder.
As typical with MP3 files, particularly VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files, fast scan may not be as smooth as conventional audio CD.

TIME Normal : display elapsed time. Remain : display remaining time. Note : In case of VBR MP3 file, the remaining time may display accurately.

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MENU(CONTROL)
FF/RW SKIP Off : Disables the skip feature. 10: Plays the previous 10th or the next 10th song. Directory: Jump to the Previous/Next folder.
Holding after one pushing of can be used for this setting. and button

MENU(CONTROL)
ADAPTER VOLUME 35 ON : When the Adapter is connected, the volume always remains at level 35. OFF : No use of Adapter volume. It is useful when using by connecting Car Audio. SOUND BALANCE When Sound Balance bar is moved to L (Left, 0),the sound outputs at the left earphone. When the lever is moved to R (Right, 40) the sound outputs at the right earphone. The default value is 20 and the sound outputs the same level at both earphone. EQ LIMIT ON : Limit the control of equalizer frequency to prevent distortion of sound. OFF : You can enjoy original sound though distortion of sound may occur.

FF/RW SCAN SPEED : The fast scan speed can range from 1x/2x/4x/6x.
and button can be used for this setting.

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It is useful when fast-searching a music. SCROLL SPEED : Adjust scroll speed of the character(music title or artist) by 1x/2x/4x
Vertical : The scroll goes from up to down Horizontal : The scroll goes from the left to the right.

-10/+10 button -10/+10 : During playback, go back to the previous 10th track, and push it to +10 to go forward to the next 10th track. Directory : -/+10 button works as folder skip. AUTO PAUSE When Auto Pause is ON, you will need to press Play button after the disc loads. Auto Pause also pauses the disc after each song and you will need to press Play button to play.

TAG AUTO EQ ON : Can automatically change EQ by reading the genre of TAG Information. OFF : EQ set by user is operated.

EQ is selected by genre as follows :

Rock : Classic Rock, Rock, Altern Rock, Instrumental Rock, Southern Rock, Rock & Roll, Hard Rock, Folk Rock, Gothic Rock, Progressive Rock, Psychedenic Rock, Symphonic Rock, Slow Rock, Punk Rock Jazz : Jazz, Jazz+Funk, Acid Jazz Classic : Classical, Opera, Chamber Music, Sonata, Symphony Metal : Metal, Heavy Metal, Death Metal Ubass : Bass, Booty Bass

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MENU(PLAYBACK MODE)
PLAYBACK MODE
REPEAT MODE / SHUFFLE MODE : The setting value changes when you press the MODE button.(Multi selection capable)
h Pus

MENU(PLAYBACK MODE)

STUDY BEEP MODE This is the function to make beep sound whenever operating the buttons for blind persons, the function is same as 5 SEC MODE.

To move

Click

Click

BOOKMARK This is the function for fast search by using BOOKMARK. Bookmark function is activated under the Study mode.

To select

or

Only the selected play mode will be applied when you press the MODE button (For details, please refer p. 15)

Long slide of bookmark.

lever to -10 will add/delete/move the

INTRO MODE
Intro: Plays the beginning 10 seconds of each track. Intro Highlight : Plays 10 seconds from 1 minute into each track in sequential order. For example, song A plays 10 seconds from 1 minute into the song, so the highlight ends at 1 minute 10 seconds.

Bookmarks can be reserved up to 20 on a disc. When controlling the BOOKMARK, you can recognize what is the order of BOOKMARK by numbers of beep sound. Bookmark Add : Long slide -10/+10 lever to -10 and click PROGRAM/EQ button to add the present location into the bookmark. Bookmark Delete : Long slide -10/+10 lever to -10 and click MODE/CD FM button to delete the present location from bookmark. Whenever you press Mode/CD FM button, the bookmark will be deleted in backward sequence. Moving to next bookmark : Long slide -10/+10 lever to -10 and press jog lever to move to the next bookmark. Moving to previous bookmark : Long slide -10/+10 lever to -10 and press jog lever to move to the previous bookmark.

STUDY MODE BEEP : This mode has been devised for the visually impaired. It allows the user to know each button's movement using a beep sound. When 5 SEC MODE is set it will forward to the next 5 seconds within the song with a short slide of the -10/+10 lever toward +10. 10 SEC MODE performs the same function, and forwards to the next 10 seconds in the song.

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MENU(PLAYBACK MODE)
MODE
NAME : You can input your name or text. Button Operation
Select the character by using and button and press Navi/Menu button to input the character. To delete the character, push MODE button.

MENU (Xtreme EQ)

Xtreme EQ
Xtreme EQ : You can set EQ pattern(Bass or treble) to your liking. It is set from -12dB to +12dB by 3dB stepping.

1 Select the frequency band.

2 Set the desired level.

h Pus

3 Setting is completed.
Click

To scroll between English and your preferred language, use STOP button

h Pus

To move the cursor in the name window, use + and - on Volume button.

Save and Exit

To shorten the reading time of CD... - Set the MULTI SESSION to OFF. - Create a CD at a lower speed. The saved text is displayed during initial loading of disc and at stop mode during play. Initial loading

To use the batteries(Rechargeable batteries) longer... - Select the SORT in the menu to PHYSICAL ADDR . - Select the TAG INFORMATION to OFF. - Select the EQ mode to NORMAL, ROCK, JAZZ or CLASSIC. - Select the BACK-LIGHTING time shortly. - Select the SHUFFLE mode to OFF.

Stop during playback

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SUPPORT WINAMP PLAYLIST

How to use WINAMP PLAYLIST
1 5

SUPPORT WINAMP PLAYLIST

Click

Make a PLAYLIST (

.M3U) using WINAMP.

Press NAVI/MENU button or button to play the tracks in the order of the playlist.

Winamp Execution Screen 1. Launch WINAMP and add songs to make a list.

PL icon indicates PLAY LIST .

2. Click "LIST OPTS" located on the right bottom and click "SAVE LIST"

A total of 20 playlists can be recognized.

RESERVATION FUNCTION Click the SAVE LIST button. 3. Name the file name (ex: iriver.m3u) and click "SAVE" to save the list. Press NAVI/MENU button during playback to select the next song to be played, then press PROGRAM button to queue that song. Example Press NAVI/MENU button
Click

during playback.

2 3 4

Make a disc with the

.M3U and the files added to the playlist.

Load the disc into iMP-550. Press PROGRAM button at stop mode and LCD displays a list of M3U playlist files on the disk. You can find the playlist you want to play by using the button. To move, use and and to select, use button
Click

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ABOUT POWER SUPPLY (ADAPTER)

Using AC POWER ADAPTER
Use only an AC adapter purchased from iRiver designed for the iMP-550. Connect the Adapter to 4.5V DC jack on the player and AC outlet.

POWERSUPPLY(RECHARGEABLEBATTERIES)
Using rechargeable batteries:
Lift the cover of player and remove the covers of batteries compartment. Insert two rechargeable batteries (stick type) by matching the + and polarity (see diagram below) in the battery compartments and close the covers.

Using external batteries pack

(AA size x 2ea)

CAUTION!
Disconnect Adapter when not in use

The external battery pack can be attached as shown in the figure. Two AA size alkaline batteries are used in the external battery pack.

Do not handle this player with a wet hand.

CAUTION!
Do not mix rechargeable batteries with dry batteries. Do not use different types of batteries together. When the batteries are not to be used for a long time, remove them. If battery leaks, wipe off any residue in the battery compartment and insert new batteries. Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

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POWERSUPPLY(RECHARGEABLEBATTERIES)
Recharging Method
1 Install rechargeable batteries.(Refer to page 35). 2 Connect the AC adapter to the player.(Refer to page 34). 3 Press PLAY button to power on the player and then it starts to charge.

POWERSUPPLY(RECHARGEABLEBATTERIES)
Discharge & Charge
1 Install rechargeable batteries.(Refer to page 35). 2 Connect the AC adapter to the player.(Refer to page 34). 3 Press PLAY button to power on the player and Set the CHARGE FUNCTION to

It is needed to set the CHARGE FUNCTION to CHARGE ON .(Refer to page 23) is displayed after 5 sec when charging at the playback mode.
When Charging

DISCHARGE & CHARGE to charge after discharging.(Refer to page 23) is displayed after 5 sec when discharging at the playback mode.
When discharging

4 L.C.D window is changed as left if click and

4 L.C.D window is changed as left if click and

hold the stop button during charging at the playback mode

hold the stop button during discharging at the playback mode

After charging is completed at the playback mode, charging indicator( ) is changed to adapter indicator( ). The player automatically powers off when done charging. Fully charged batteries is no more charged.

5 After discharging is completed, it is changed to CHARGING mode and

CHARGE function in the menu is changed to CHARGE ON .

6 The player automatically powers off when done charging.

Charging/Discharging time (Estimated with the rechargeable stick batteries provided) Charging : Approx. 4 hours (At full discharge) Discharging : Approx. 5 hours (At full charge) For long duration of battery life, we recommend selecting the Discharge/Charge function once a month.

After charging is completed at the playback mode, charging indicator( ) is changed to adapter indicator( ). The player automatically powers off when done charging at the stop mode.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Should any problem continue after you have checked these symptoms, please contact iRiver sales representatives. Check whether the batteries have been inserted in proper polarity (+ and -). Check whether the HOLD switch on remote is ON (Switch to OFF position) Check whether the player door is opened. Check whether the rechargeable batteries are not charged. Check whether the CD is dirty or defective (clean it or change to new CD). Check whether the CD is inserted properly. Check whether dirt are attached in optical lens (remove the dirt with a soft cloth). Check whether moisture condensation has occurred (leave the CD player aside for several hours until the moisture evaporates). Check whether the CD is inserted. Problem may occur due to the characteristic deviation between CD-RW recorder and CDR/RW disc (burn the disc in low speed). Use packet write disc with full formatting done. Check whether VOLUME is set to 0. Connect the earphone/remote plug firmly. Check whether the plug is dirty (clean the plug with a dry and soft cloth). Corrupted MP3, WMA file may have a noise or sound cut off. Try another file again. Excessive jolting may affect MP3, WMA, and audio CD discs to proper playback.

TROUBLE SHOOTING
Should any problem continue after you have checked these symptoms, please contact iRiver sales representatives. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this player will be used meets the required voltage. Check whether the plug is connected to the proper jack on the player. Check whether the HOLD switch is ON(Switch to OFF position.) Connect the earphones/remote plug firmly. Ensure the rechargeable batteries are fully charged. Avoid the excessive operation of remote control. Check out Menu Display Language and confirm whether the right language has been selected. (Refer to page 22.) Adjust the position of the player and remote control. If the electrical equipment causes interference to the iMP-550, turn off the electrical equipment near the player or move them away from the player. Use of remote control will improve reception as it functions as an antenna. Connect remote control to enjoy the clean sound. Check whether the adapter plug is properly connected. Check whether the batteries inserted are rechargeable? Fully charged batteries is no more charged. Check whether the CHARGE FUNCTION in the menu is set to OFF

AC adapter does not work.

No Power On

Remote control does not work.

Battery lifetime differs

Loading stopped or 'No DISC' displayed on LCD

Characters in LCD are corrupted.

Poor FM Reception

No Sound or noise is heard

Recharging does not work.

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PRECAUTIONS
On Handling Disc
On handling Disc Avoid touching the surface (bright side) where data is stored.

PRECAUTIONS
On Player
Do not leave the SlimX in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain, mechanical shock, unleveled surface, or in a car with its windows closed. Keep the lens on the SlimX clean and do not touch it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged and the SlimX will not operate properly. Do not put any heavy objects on top of the CD player. The CD player and the CD may be damaged. Do not wrap the player with cloth or blanket that may cause malfunction.

Disc Cleaning Avoid cleaning the disc surface. If necessary, clean the disc surface with a soft cloth following the directions described. Do not stick papers or tape labels onto the surface (bright side).

On Headphones and Earphones

Road Safety Avoid using chemicals to clean the surface. Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headsets at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones/earphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against listening to continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use. Consideration for others Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sound and to be considerate of the people around you.

On Safety
Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the console, unplug it and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. Do not put objects in the DC IN 4.5V jack(External Power output). Use only the adapter provided with the player.

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ACCESSORIES
Remote control
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Earphone and Earphone Sponge

During playback, CDs damaged with dirt or a scratch may make a pop sound, clipping sound, or cut off. Tracks with damaged or corrupted parts are skipped or forwarded to next track. Supported file types will have the extension MP3, WMA and ASF. Folders and files are sorted in alphabetical order. Use Navigation mode to select the tracks wanted. Total 255 folders and 999 tracks (Including playlist) within a disc can be recognized. Track information is displayed either filename or ID3 TAG information. CD-TEXT discs are displayed with track names within the TOC (Table of contents) of the disc. Maximum playback time of the rechargeable batteries is 55 hours with external battery pack. (In case of playing General Audio CD, Maximum playback time is 24 hours.) (Reference : MP3, 44.1KHz, 128kbps, Volume Center) Battery lifetime indicator may vary depending on the battery type and operation mode(CD/FM/Charge).
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Earphone conversion plug

Accessories subject to change without notice and may vary from image shown.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Category Item
Frequency/Range

REGULATORY INFORMATION
Specifications Federal Communications Commission(FCC)
The device manufactured and found to comply with limits for a Class B computing device according to the specifications in FCC rules Part 15. 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. 3. If your device needs repairs, you must arrange for the manufacturer to make them if you are to keep the device's FCC registration valid. This equipment, like other electronic equipment, generates and uses radio frequency energy. If not installed and used according to the instructions in this manual, this equipment may cause interference with your radio and television reception. If you think this equipment is causing interference with your radio or television reception, try turning the equipment off and on. If the interference problems stop when the equipment is switched off, then the equipment is probably causing the interference. You may be able to correct the problem by doing one or more of the following: - Adjust the position of the radio or TV antenna - Move away the device from the radio or TV If necessary, consult your dealer or an experienced radio or television technician. You may find this booklet helpful:"How to Identify and Resolve Radio and TV Interference Problems"(Stock No. 004-000-00345-4), prepared by the FCC and available from the U.S Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. See individual devices FCC ID and registration numbers.

20Hz~20KHz 12mW(L) +12mW(R) at 16 Max. Volume Headphone output 8mW(L) + 8mW(R) at 32 Max. Volume Audio Line output level 0.76V rms(47K ) Max. Volume (CD) S/N ratio 90dB(CD-DA), 90dB(MP3 CD) Frequency Characteristics 2dB(Line Out) No of Channels STEREO(L+R) FM Frequency range 87.5MHz~108MHz 12mW(L) +12mW(R) at 16 Max. Volume Headphone Output Audio 8mW(L) + 8mW(R) at 32 Max. Volume (FM TUNER) Line output level 0.76V rms(47K ) Max. Volume S/N ratio 50dB Antenna Headphone/Earphone-Cord Antenna CD-DA, CD-Text(8cm / 12cm) CD Type CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2 Form1 CD Support Enhanced CD, Mixed CD Packet Write, ISO9660, Joliet, Romeo, MultiCD-R/RW Readability Session File TYPE MPEG 1/2/2.5 Layer 3, WMA ,ASF Bit Rate 8Kbps ~ 320 Kbps File Support Tag ID3 VI , ID3 V2 2.0, ID3 V2 3.0 AC Adapter DC 4.5V , 1.2A Rechargeable Battery Stick type Ni-MH battery 2 EA Power Supply External Battery Pack Two 1.5V AA Size batteries Dimension Approx. 130.5(W) x 140(D) x 13.7(H)mm Weight Approx. 145g (without Battery) General Operational Temperature 0 ~ 40

For the customers in Europe

The CE mark on the CD player is valid only for products marketed in the European Union.

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SAFETY WARNING

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1

Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTER LOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority. Listening for many hours at maximum volume may damage your hearing.

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