Transcend Information MP3 Player MP850 User Manual

MP850  
User’s Manual  
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Removing a Song from My Playlist ................................................................................17  
RADIO Mode......................................................................................... 19  
Listen to the Radio...........................................................................................................19  
Selecting a Radio Station................................................................................................19  
Adjusting the Volume......................................................................................................20  
Saving a Radio Station ....................................................................................................20  
Recalling a Saved Station ...............................................................................................20  
Recording the Radio........................................................................................................20  
RECORD Mode..................................................................................... 22  
Making Voice Recordings With the Built-In Microphone..............................................22  
Playing Voice or FM Recordings ....................................................................................22  
VIDEO Mode......................................................................................... 23  
Playing MTV Files ............................................................................................................23  
PHOTO Mode........................................................................................ 24  
Displaying JPG and BMP Photos ...................................................................................24  
E-book Mode........................................................................................ 25  
Reading E-books and Text files......................................................................................25  
Settings................................................................................................ 26  
The Settings Menu...........................................................................................................26  
Equalizer (EQ) Mode........................................................................................................26  
User EQ Customization ...................................................................................................26  
Repeat Mode.....................................................................................................................27  
Play Speed........................................................................................................................28  
Record Quality .................................................................................................................29  
VAD (Voice Activity Detection) .......................................................................................30  
Sleep Timer.......................................................................................................................31  
Screen Saver ....................................................................................................................31  
Slideshow Interval ...........................................................................................................32  
Lyrics Sync.......................................................................................................................33  
Date/Time Settings...........................................................................................................33  
Time Zone.........................................................................................................................34  
Daylight Saving Time.......................................................................................................35  
Language..........................................................................................................................35  
FM Reset...........................................................................................................................36  
Media Transfer Protocol (MTP).......................................................................................36  
Player Info.........................................................................................................................37  
Driver Installation.................................................................................. 38  
Driver Installation for WindowsMe, 2000, XP and Vista.............................................38  
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Driver Installation for MacOS 10.0, or Later................................................................38  
Driver Installation for LinuxKernel 2.4, or Later.........................................................38  
Connecting to a Computer..................................................................... 39  
Transferring Files to the MP850......................................................................................39  
Disconnecting from a Computer ....................................................................................41  
Removing the MP850 in WindowsMe, 2000, XP and Vista.................................................... 41  
Removing the MP850 in MacOS 10.0 or Later....................................................................... 41  
Removing the MP850 in LinuxKernel 2.4 or Later.................................................................. 41  
Included Software................................................................................. 42  
Software System Requirements .....................................................................................42  
Installing the MP850 Software ........................................................................................42  
Transcend MTV Converter ..............................................................................................43  
Slide Show Maker ............................................................................................................45  
Transcend Digital Music Player Utility...........................................................................47  
PC-Lock ................................................................................................................................... 48  
Partition.................................................................................................................................... 49  
Log In / Log Out ....................................................................................................................... 51  
Password ................................................................................................................................. 51  
Forgotten Passwords ............................................................................................................... 52  
Troubleshooting................................................................................... 53  
Specifications....................................................................................... 56  
Ordering Information............................................................................. 56  
Transcend Limited Warranty.................................................................. 57  
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Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing Transcend’s MP850, an advanced MP3 Player that can play music and display  
videos and photos. The MP850 combines all the advantages of a great sounding portable MP3 player with  
the benefits of a USB flash drive, and includes many extra features such as a Recordable FM Radio,  
advanced digital voice recording karaoke-style lyrics display, A-B repeat functions and variable track  
playback speeds. Your MP850 can also be used to read E-books and supports High-speed USB 2.0 for  
faster uploading and downloading of files when connected to a computer. The A-B repeat and variable track  
playback speed features allows you to continuously replay specific sections of an audio file at slower or faster  
speeds – ideal for learning foreign languages and reviewing an important part of a song or recording. In  
addition, you can make personal memos and record meetings or class lectures using the advanced digital  
voice recorder with the built-in microphone.  
Package Contents︱  
The MP850 package includes the following items:  
MP850  
Earphones  
Software CD  
USB cable  
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Quick Start Guide  
Protective Silicone Cover  
Features︱  
1.8-inch (176 x 220 pixel) full-color TFT display  
Playback music and videos  
View photos and e-book (.txt) files  
MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM10 (subscription music) and WAV music files  
Recordable FM Radio with 20 station presets  
Karaoke-style synchronized lyrics display  
High quality voice recorder with VAD (Voice Activity Detection)  
A-B repeat allows continuous replay of a designated section of a track  
Variable track playback speeds  
Supports 13 languages including menus, song/album title, artist name and lyrics  
USB flash drive capabilities for data transfer and storage  
Included software can be used to lock your computer and password-protect your files  
Sleep timer can be set to automatically power-off after 15, 30 or 60 minutes  
7 Equalizer effects, including a customizable USER EQ setting  
Power-saving automatic screen savers  
Internal rechargeable Li-ion battery provides over 22 hours of continuous music playback*  
Hi-Speed Mini USB 2.0 port for easy computer connectivity and fast file transfers  
Real Time Clock (RTC) displays local and world time  
* Max. playback time achieved with screen saver set to “Blank” and “Lyrics Sync” disabled.  
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System Requirements︱  
Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port.  
One of the following operating systems:  
WindowsMe  
Windows2000  
WindowsXP  
Windows Vista  
MacOS 10.0 or later  
LinuxKernel 2.4 or later  
Safety Precautions︱  
These usage and safety guidelines are IMPORTANT! Please follow them carefully.  
General Use  
Unpack the contents of the MP850 package carefully.  
Ensure USB connectors are the same size and shape before connecting – never force them  
Always use the Transcend-provided power adapters and cables. Using incompatible cables may  
permanently damage your MP850.  
Do not allow your MP850 to get wet or come in contact with water or any other liquids  
Do not use a damp/wet cloth to wipe or clean the exterior case.  
Do not use or store your MP850 in any of the following environments:  
o Direct sunlight  
o Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources  
o In a closed car that is in direct sunlight  
Backing Up Data  
Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss, or damage during operation. If you  
decide to store data on your MP850 we strongly advise that you regularly backup the data to a  
computer, or other storage medium.  
To ensure Hi-Speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates when connecting to a computer, please ensure the  
computer has the necessary USB drivers installed. If you are unsure how to check this, please consult  
your computer or motherboard User’s Manual for USB driver information.  
Caution: Risk of Deafness  
Repeated or regular use of headphones or earphones at volume levels above 80 decibels can give a  
false impression that the audio level is not high enough. Users may try to progressively increase the  
volume control therefore risking a dangerous noise level for their ears.  
To protect your health and your hearing, keep the volume of your MP3 player below 80 decibels and do  
not use for an extended period of time. Stop use if symptoms like headaches, nausea, or hearing  
disorders occur.  
Your MP3 player is limited to a volume level of 100 decibels.  
Both the MP3 player and its accompanying earphones are compliant with the French regulation  
concerning musical Walkmans (24th July 1998 Order).  
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Before using other earphones, confirm that their technical specifications are compatible with the original  
set.  
Reminders  
Make sure the  
switch is not enabled before turning on the player.  
Never use the “Quick Format” or “Full Format” functions in Windows® to format your MP850.  
Follow the procedures in the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to properly remove your MP850  
from a computer.  
Transcend occasionally releases firmware updates for certain products. We suggest you visit  
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MP850 Controls︱  
1.8” Full-Color TFT Display  
Microphone  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
Reset Switch  
Record Button  
Menu Button  
Volume Up  
Next / Fast Forward  
Power / OK Button  
Back / Rewind  
Volume Down  
J
Headphone Jack  
Hi-Speed Mini USB 2.0 Port  
Hold Switch  
K
L
M
N
Lanyard Attachment Hole  
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Music Playback Screen︱  
Figure 1: Music Mode Interface  
ICON  
INDICATION  
1
2
3
Album/Artist  
Lyrics  
Indicates the song/album title and artist name  
Displays synchronized lyrics (if available)  
Indicates the Sleep Timer is enabled  
Sleep  
Indicates the Equalizer (EQ) mode: Normal (Blank), POP, Rock, Classical, Jazz,  
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EQ Mode  
Bass or USER EQ  
Indicates Normal,  
(Repeat One),  
(Repeat in Folder), (Shuffle in Folder), or A-B  
(Very Slow), (Slow), Normal, (Fast), or  
(Repeat All),  
(Shuffle)  
(Normal in  
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6
7
Repeat Modes  
Play Speed  
Folder),  
Indicates  
(Very Fast)  
Track Time &  
Progress bar  
Indicates the track length and current position  
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9
Lock  
Indicates the Hold switch is enabled (controls are locked)  
Indicates the battery power level  
Battery  
10 REC Settings  
11 Time & Date  
Indicates current record quality and VAD (Voice Activity Detection) status  
Displays current time and date (RTC)  
Indicates  
(Play),  
(Pause),  
(Fast Forward),  
(Rewind),  
(Record), or  
12 Play Status  
(Stop) status  
13 Track Info  
14 Volume  
Indicates the current track number and total tracks available  
Indicates the current volume level  
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Basic Operation︱  
Charging the Battery  
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the Mini USB port on the bottom of the MP850, and plug the large end  
of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop or notebook computer. The MP850’s internal Li-ion  
battery will automatically begin charging.  
Figure 2: Connecting to a Computer  
Power ON  
Press and hold the  
button to turn on the player. An animated logo will appear, followed by the player  
status information. After the startup sequence, the Main Menu will be displayed, indicating the MP850 is  
ready for use.  
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It takes a few seconds for the MP850 to power up.  
If the Hold icon appears on the display while powering on the unit, this means that the MP850’s  
switch is enabled. You must switch off the Hold mode before you can power on the player.  
Power OFF  
Press and hold the  
It takes a few seconds for the MP850 to completely power down.  
The power OFF animation will be displayed:  
button to turn of MP850 f the 850.  
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Play a Song  
Press the  
button to play a selected music, video, photo, E-book, or recording file.  
to pause and un-pause a song, recording, or video during playback.  
to skip to the next available song.  
Pause a Song  
Press  
Next Track  
Press  
Previous Track  
Press  
to go back to the previous song.  
Fast Forward  
Press and hold the  
button to fast-forward.  
button to rewind.  
Fast Rewind  
Press and Hold the  
Increase Volume  
Press once or press and hold the  
Decrease Volume  
Press once or press and hold the  
button until you reach the desired volume level.  
button until you reach the desired volume level.  
Main Menu  
Press  
in any mode to enter the Main Menu. The Main Menu gives you access to the MUSIC,  
RADIO, RECORD, VIDEO, PHOTO, E-book modes and the SETTINGS menu.  
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File Navigator  
The File Navigator is a fast and convenient way of moving between tracks, files and folders.  
2. Press and hold the  
button in the MUSIC, RECORD, VIDEO, PHOTO, or E-book mode to open the File  
Navigator.  
3. A list of available files for the current mode will be shown. (i.e. in E-Book mode only .TXT files will be shown)  
4. Use the  
5. Highlight the file you want to play and press  
6. To enter a folder or subfolder, highlight it and press either  
7. To exit a folder, press or  
and  
buttons to move up and down the list of files.  
.
or  
.
.
8. To close the File Navigator, press and hold the  
button.  
Deleting Files  
1. In the MUSIC, RECORD, VIDEO, PHOTO, or E-book mode, press and hold  
2. Navigate to the file you want to delete with the and buttons.  
3. With the file highlighted, press the  
4. Use the  
to enter the File Navigator.  
/
/
button. A “Delete? Yes / No” message will appear.  
to permanently delete the file.  
button to highlight “Yes” and press  
Voice Recording  
1. Press and hold the  
button for 2 seconds in any mode (except Radio) to activate the MP850’s built-in  
microphone and begin voice recording.  
2. Press to pause the recording, and press  
3. Press and hold for 2 seconds again to finish the recording.  
4. Recordings can be found in the RECORD mode.  
again to resume.  
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Repeat / Shuffle Functions  
Please see the “REPEAT Mode” in the Settings section for detailed instructions.  
A-B Repeat  
1. During playback In the MUSIC or RECORD modes, press  
once to mark the beginning of the section you  
want to repeat.  
2. Press  
again to mark the end of the section you want to repeat. The marked section of the song will  
button once more to stop the A-B repeat function.  
playback in a continuous loop  
3. Press the  
Hold  
When the  
switch enabled, all of the MP850’s buttons will be disabled, and cannot accidentally be pressed  
while in your pocket.  
Reset  
If the MP850 is not functioning properly, you can reboot by pressing  
for 3 to 5 seconds.  
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MUSIC Mode︱  
Before buying DRM (Digital Rights Management) protected music online, please be  
advised that the MP850 only supports WMA-DRM10 file protection.  
Play MP3, WMA and WMA-DRM10 Music  
1. Press and hold  
to power ON the unit. The Main Menu will appear.  
button to enter the Main Menu.  
If the MP850 is already on, press the  
2. Use the  
and  
buttons to select “Music” mode and press  
. The player will automatically find  
available music files.  
3. Select the song you want to listen to with the  
and  
buttons, or use the File Navigator.  
4. Press  
to begin listening to a music file.  
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MP850 supports Mpeg I Layer 3 and WMA files compressed at between 32Kbps – 320Kbps.  
If MP850 cannot find any MP3, WMA, or DRM10 files, a “No Files” message will be displayed.  
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Playlists  
For quick and easy playback of your favorite songs, the MP850 supports, M3U, PLA, and WPL playlist  
formats, and also includes a built-in user editable playlist (My Playlist).  
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold the  
button, then highlight Playlists and press  
.
2. Select either “My Playlist” or an imported playlist file (if available) and press  
.
3. Use the  
and  
buttons to move up and down the list of available songs. Press  
or  
to play the  
highlighted song. When the song ends, the rest of the files in the playlist will then be played.  
4. To exit playlist playback, simply select a new music file from the File Navigator.  
Adding a Song to My Playlist  
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold  
, then highlight File Navigator and press  
.
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2. Use the  
/
and  
/
buttons to navigate to the song you want to add.  
3. With the file highlighted, press the  
button and select “Add to My Playlist.”  
Removing a Song from My Playlist  
1. In the MUSIC mode, press and hold  
, then highlight Playlists and press  
.
2. Select “My Playlist” and press  
.
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3. Use the  
/
buttons to find the song you want to remove.  
4. With the file highlighted, press the  
button and select “Remove from My Playlist.” A confirmation will  
appear.  
5. To remove all songs, highlight “My Playlist” and press the  
button, then select “Yes” to confirm.  
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RADIO Mode︱  
Listen to the Radio  
1. Plug in the earphones  
. (Earphones must be plugged-in to listen to the Radio)  
2. Press the  
button to enter the Main Menu.  
and buttons to select “Radio” and press  
3. Use the  
.
4. The current FM Radio frequency will be displayed.  
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The first time you use the Radio, all the FM channels will be automatically scanned and the first 20  
channels with a strong signal will be preset. This feature also works if you activate the “FM Reset”  
function in the SETTINGS menu.  
Selecting a Radio Station  
To manually select a radio station, press  
or  
(the FM frequency will increase or decrease in 0.1MHz  
increments) until you reach the desired station. Alternatively, you can press and hold either  
or  
to  
auto-scan for the next available station.  
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Adjusting the Volume  
1. Press once or press and hold  
or  
until you reach the desired volume level.  
Saving a Radio Station  
The MP850 lets you save (preset) your 20 favorite radio stations (CH01 to CH20).  
To save a station:  
1. Use  
or  
to select the radio station (FM frequency) that you want to save.  
button to bring up the saved channel list.  
2. Press the  
3. Use the  
and  
buttons to select your desired channel number, and press  
again to save the  
current radio station to that channel.  
Recalling a Saved Station  
1. In the RADIO mode press  
to display your saved stations (CH01 to CH20).  
2. Use the  
and  
buttons to select a channel number.  
3. Press  
to listen to the selected channel.  
Recording the Radio  
1. Select a radio station that you want to record.  
2. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to begin recording the station.  
3. An automatically generated file name for your recording will appear at the top of the screen.  
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FM Recordings are named and numbered in this format: MonthDayF###.WAV”  
Ex: “ 0123F012.WAV “ would be the twelfth FM recording made on January 23rd  
4. Press  
to pause the recording, and press  
again to resume.  
5. When finished, press and hold  
again to save the recording and return to the RADIO mode.  
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FM recordings are saved in the /FMIN.DIR/ folder  
FM recordings can be accessed by using the File Navigator in RECORD mode  
To adjust the recording sample rate, please see the “Record Settings” section of this manual.  
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RECORD Mode︱  
The MP850 can record from 2 different sources: FM Radio or the built-in microphone. The RECORD mode is  
for creating voice recordings and playing back both FM and voice recordings. To record from the FM Radio,  
please see the previous section on “Recording the Radio.”  
Making Voice Recordings With the Built-In Microphone  
1. Press and hold the  
button for 2 seconds in any mode (except Radio) to activate the MP850’s built-in  
microphone and begin voice recording.  
2. An automatically generated file name for your recording will appear at the top of the screen.  
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Voice recordings are named and numbered in this format: MonthDayM###.WAV”  
Ex: 1216M003.WAV represents the third voice recording made on December 16th  
3. Press  
to pause the recording, and press  
again to resume.  
4. When finished, press and hold  
again to save the recording and return to the RADIO mode.  
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Voice recordings are saved in the /MICIN.DIR/ folder  
Voice recordings can be accessed by using the File Navigator in RECORD mode  
To adjust the recording sample rate, please see the “Record Settings” section of this manual.  
For best results, try to position the MP850’s Microphone as close as possible to the source of the  
sound or voice you are recording.  
Playing Voice or FM Recordings  
1. Press to bring up the Main Menu.  
2. Use the or buttons to select “Record” and press  
.
3. All voice and FM radio recordings can be found in the RECORD mode. Use the  
find your desired recording and press to listen to it.  
or  
buttons to  
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VIDEO Mode︱  
Video files must be converted to .MTV format before they can be played on the MP850  
Playing MTV Files  
1. Press the  
button to enter the Main Menu.  
and buttons to select “Video” and press  
2. Use the  
.
3. The File Navigator will open, and a list of available .MTV files will be shown.  
4. Use the  
/
and  
/
buttons to navigate to the video you want to play and press  
.
5. Press  
to pause the video, and press  
again to resume.  
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In order to maximize the screen’s resolution, video playback is displayed horizontally.  
The directional controls will be adjusted to function horizontally.  
to go to the next available video, and press to go back.  
/
/
/
6. During video playback press  
7. To fast forward, press hold  
8. To adjust the volume, press  
. To rewind, press and hold  
.
and  
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MP850 only supports “.mtv” video files. You must use the “Transcend MTV Converter” Software to  
convert “.MPEG4,” “.DivX,” “.AVI” and “.xVID” video files to the “.mtv” format.  
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PHOTO Mode︱  
To display photos on your MP850 you must first transfer a .JPG or .BMP to the player.  
Displaying JPG and BMP Photos  
1. Press the  
button to enter the Main Menu.  
and buttons to select “photo” and press  
2. Use the  
.
3. The File Navigator will open, and a list of available .JPG and .BMP files will be shown.  
4. Use the and buttons to navigate to the photo you want to view and press  
5. While viewing a photo, press to go to the next available photo, and press to go back.  
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MP850 only supports “.jpg” and “.bmp” photo files.  
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E-book Mode︱  
To read E-books on your MP850, you must first transfer .TXT files to the player  
Reading E-books and Text files  
1. Press the  
button to enter the Main Menu.  
and buttons to select “E-book” and press  
2. Use the  
.
3. The File Navigator will open, and a list of available .TXT files will be shown.  
4. Use the  
/
and  
/
buttons to navigate to the file or E-book you want to read and press  
.
5. Press  
to go to the next page. Press  
to go back one page.  
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MP850 only supports “.txt” format text files.  
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Settings︱  
The Settings Menu  
1. Press the  
button to enter the Main Menu.  
and buttons to select “Settings” and press  
2. Use the  
.
3. To exit the SETTINGS menu, press  
or  
.
Equalizer (EQ) Mode  
There are several EQUALIZER Modes to choose from: Normal, Pop, Rock, Classical, Jazz, Bass, User EQ.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the and buttons to select “EQ” and press  
.
2. Use the  
and  
buttons to select an equalizer mode. If music is playing, you will instantly hear the  
difference between each mode through the earphones.  
3. Press  
to confirm the new EQ setting and return to the SETTINGS menu.  
User EQ Customization  
The User EQ allows you to customize the 5-band equalizer to your personal preference.  
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1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “EQ” and press  
.
2. Highlight “User EQ” and press  
.
3. Use the  
and  
buttons to switch between 5 bands: 80Hz, 250Hz, 1KHz, 4KHz, and 12KHz. The  
“ALL” setting move all 5 bands up or down together.  
4. Press  
or  
to increase or decrease levels in 1.0dB steps (Adjustment range: +8dB to -7dB)  
2. Press  
to save the new User EQ settings and return to the SETTINGS Menu.  
Repeat Mode  
There are seven Repeat modes to choose from:  
Normal  
(plays all music files available one time, in consecutive order)  
Repeat One  
Repeat All  
Shuffle  
(continuously repeats the current song)  
(continuously repeats playback of all music files available, in consecutive order)  
(continuously repeats playback of all music files available, in random order)  
Normal in Folder (plays all music files in a folder one time, in consecutive order)  
Repeat in Folder (continuously repeats playback of all music files in a folder, in consecutive order)  
Shuffle in Folder (plays all music files in a folder, in random order)  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “Repeat” and press  
.
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2. Use the  
and  
buttons to select a repeat mode and press  
to confirm.  
Play Speed  
The speed at which an audio file is played can be increased or decreased. Playback speeds can be set to:  
0.67X (very slow), 0.80X (slow), 1.00X (normal), 1.14X (fast), 1.33X (very fast).  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “Play Speed” and press  
.
2. Use the  
and  
buttons to select one of the five playback speeds and press  
to confirm.  
Default is 1.0x (normal speed)  
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Record Quality  
The quality of an audio recording can be set to Low (8,000Hz), Middle (16,000Hz), or High (32,000Hz).  
Higher recording quality settings require more memory space to save the recorded WAV files.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “Record Quality” and press  
.
2. Use the  
and  
buttons to select Low, Middle, or High quality and press  
to confirm.  
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Maximum Record Time / Quality Table  
Sample rate  
Low (8KHz)  
Channels  
1 (mono)  
1 (mono)  
1 (mono)  
4GB  
8GB  
Voice  
256 hrs  
128 hrs  
64 hrs  
512 hrs  
256 hrs  
128 hrs  
Recording  
Med (16KHz)  
High (32KHz)  
Sample rate  
Low (8KHz)  
Channels  
2 (stereo)  
2 (stereo)  
2 (stereo)  
4GB  
128 hrs  
64 hrs  
32 hrs  
8GB  
256 hrs  
128 hrs  
64 hrs  
FM Recording  
Med (16KHz)  
High (32KHz)  
Note: The above recording times may not be possible if space is limited or the battery power is low.  
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FM Radio recordings are recorded in Stereo. MIC recordings are recorded in Mono.  
For best voice recording results, try to position the MP850’s microphone as close as possible to the  
source of the sound or voice you are recording.  
VAD (Voice Activity Detection)  
VAD allows the MP850 to make gapless audio recordings. This means that while making a voice recording,  
the player will only record when it detects voices. If the person(s) pauses or stops speaking, the MP850 will  
temporarily stop recording until the person(s) starts speaking again. This allows for more concise, easier to  
understand recordings and smaller recording files.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “VAD” and press  
.
2. Use the  
and  
buttons to select Disable or Enable and press  
to confirm.  
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Sleep Timer  
This function sets a time delay to automatically power OFF the MP850, regardless of playback status.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “Sleep Timer” and press  
.
2. Use  
and  
to select a Sleep Timer delay and press  
. You can choose from “15 Min”, “30 Min”,  
60 Min” or “Disable”. When the selected time is reached, the unit will automatically power OFF.  
Screen Saver  
This function lets you enable/disable the screen saver, choose which screen saver you want to be displayed,  
and set the time delay for the screen saver to activate. Available screen savers are:  
Song Title  
Clock  
(Displays the title of the song currently being played)  
(Displays the current real time)  
Blank  
(Displays a black screen to save battery life)  
Slide Show  
(Displays a user-created picture slide show – See Slideshow Maker)  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “Screen Saver” and press  
.
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2. Use  
and  
to select a Screen Saver delay time and press  
. The screen saver will commence  
whenever this amount of time passes with no button activity. The available delay times are: “Disable” ,  
10 Sec” , “20 Sec” , and “60 Sec.”  
3. After you select a Screen Saver time delay, a list of available screen savers will appear.  
4. Use  
and  
to select your desired screen saver and press  
to confirm.  
Slideshow Interval  
This function sets the time delay between photos that are displayed when the Slide Show screen saver is  
enabled. To create a slideshow, you must use the Slide Show Maker software application on your computer  
to create a photo slideshow “.SLS” file. Please see the “Slide Show Maker” section in Software Setup for  
more information.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “Slide Show Interval” and press  
.
2. Use  
and  
to select the speed that you want your pictures to be displayed and press  
.
Available interval times are.: “1 Sec” , “3 Sec” , “5 Sec” , “10 Sec.”  
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Lyrics Sync  
This function displays synchronized lyrics (if available) on the screen during music playback.  
Note: For Lyrics Sync to work, an “.LRC” file with the exact same file name as its corresponding .MP3 song  
must be transferred to the MP850.  
Ex: for the MP3 file “GM-Last_Christmas.mp3”, the LRC lyrics file must be named “GM-Last_Christmas.lrc”  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “Lyrics Sync” and press  
.
2. Select “Enable” to use Lyrics Sync, or “Disable” to turn the function off. Press  
to confirm.  
Date/Time Settings  
This setting lets you adjust the local time and date and choose your time zone.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, Use the  
and  
buttons to select “Date/Time Settings” and press  
.
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2. Use  
and  
to move between 12hr/24hr, Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, Second, and AM/PM.  
3. Adjust the values of each field with the  
and  
buttons.  
4. Press to confirm your new time settings and choose a time zone (see below).  
Time Zone  
For convenience when traveling, the MP850 can display the local time for different time zones.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, use the and buttons to select “Time Zone” and press  
setting screen will also be displayed every time you set the date and time).  
(the Time Zone  
2. Use  
and  
to select the appropriate time zone for your region and press  
to confirm.  
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Daylight Saving Time  
If your region uses Daylight Saving Time (DST), the MP850 can automatically adjust the clock one hour  
forward in Summer and one hour backward during Winter .  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, use the  
and  
buttons to select “Daylight Saving Time” and press  
.
2. Select “Enable” to use DST, or “Disable” to turn the function off. Press  
to confirm.  
Language  
Sets the MP850’s display language, which includes menus, song/album titles, artist names, and lyrics. The  
player supports 13 User languages.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, use the  
and  
buttons to select “Language” and press  
.
2. Select your language with the  
and  
buttons and press  
to confirm.  
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FM Reset  
This function resets all saved radio stations (CH01 – CH20). If you use this feature, the next time you enter  
the RADIO mode, the MP850 will automatically scan and save the 20 strongest stations.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, use the  
and  
buttons to select “FM Reset” and press  
.
2. Select “Yes” to reset your radio stations or “No” to keep them. Press  
to confirm.  
Media Transfer Protocol (MTP)  
If you own WMA-DRM10 music files or if you want to use Windows Media Player 10 to synchronize music  
between your computer and the MP850, the Music Transfer Protocol (MTP) must be enabled. This function  
lets you switch between MTP or USB transfer modes.  
MTP  
USB  
(Use this mode for transferring DRM10 music files with Windows Media Player 10)  
(Use this mode for normal drag and drop transfer of all other files or if using a Mac® or  
Linux® computer)  
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1. In the SETTINGS menu, use the  
and  
buttons to select “MTP” and press  
.
2. Use the  
and  
buttons to select either “MTP” or “USB” and press  
to confirm.  
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Note: In MTP transfer mode, all files will be stored in the “Music” folder.  
Player Info  
Displays the MP850’s firmware version and available memory capacity.  
1. In the SETTINGS menu, use the  
and  
buttons to select “Player Info” and press  
.
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Driver Installation︱  
Driver Installation for WindowsMe, 2000, XP and Vista  
No drivers are required. These Windows® Operating Systems have built-in drivers to support the MP850.  
Plug your MP850 into an available USB port and Windows® will install the necessary files. A “Removable  
Disk” drive with a newly assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window.  
Driver Installation for MacOS 10.0, or Later  
No drivers are required. Plug your MP850 into an available USB port and your computer will automatically  
detect it.  
Figure 3: Mac Driver Installation  
Driver Installation for LinuxKernel 2.4, or Later  
No drivers are required. Plug your MP850 into a USB port and mount it.  
1. Create a directory for the MP850.  
Example: mkdir /mnt /MP850  
2. Mount the MP850.  
Example: mount –a –t msdos /dev/sda1 /mnt /MP850  
NEVER use Windows to format your MP850.  
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Connecting to a Computer︱  
Transferring Files to the MP850  
If you want to use your MP850 to do more than listen to the radio, you must transfer MP3 / WMA / DRM10  
music files, JPG / BMP pictures, MTV movies or TXT files to the MP850. You can also use the MP850 as a  
portable flash drive to transfer your important documents and other files.  
Note: If you are using a Windows computer and want to listen to WMA-DRM10 music, please find out which  
version of Windows Media Player is installed on your computer. For Windows Media Player 10, please see  
“Music Transfer Mode”  
1. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the Mini USB port on the MP850 and plug the large end of the  
cable into an available USB port on your desktop or notebook computer. The internal Li-ion battery will  
begin charging.  
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While the MP850 is connected to a computer, its audio and video functions will not be available.  
Figure 4: Connecting to a Computer  
2. When connected to a computer the MP850’s screen will display a “READY” message, indicating that files  
can be loaded onto the player.  
If you are using Windows®, a new Removable Disk drive with a newly assigned drive letter representing the  
MP850 will appear in the “My Computer” window.  
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Figure 5: The MP850 Removable Disk in the My Computer Window  
*Note: (F:) is an example drive letter – your “My Computer" window may differ  
3. To transfer photos, videos, e-book text files, and standard-format MP3 and WMA music to the MP850,  
the MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) mode in the Settings menu must be set to “USB.” In this mode, files  
can be transferred by simply dragging them onto the MP850’s Removable Disk drive letter. You can also  
create your own folders within the MP850 and copy files directly to the folders.  
4. To transfer WMA-DRM10 music files to the MP850, please set the player’s MTP (Media Transfer Protocol)  
mode in the Settings menu to “MTP.” In MTP mode, please use Windows Media Player 10 to transfer and  
synchronize WMA-DRM10 music files with the MP850.  
5. While files are being transferred to the MP850, the screen will display a “WRITE” message. After files  
have been successfully transferred, the “READY” message will be displayed again.  
6. If you choose to transfer files or folders to the computer, the MP850 will display a READ” message  
indicating that the files are being transferred to the computer. After files have been successfully  
transferred, the “READY” message will be displayed again.  
7. Always disconnect the MP850 from a computer by selecting and following the instructions for the “Safely  
Remove Hardware” icon that can be found on the Windows® Toolbar at the bottom of the computer  
screen.  
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Figure 6: Safely Remove Hardware  
NEVER unplug the MP850 during file transfer. Unplug the MP850 only when Windows informs  
it is safe (see Disconnecting from a Computer) and the “READY” screen disappears.  
Audio files (MP3/WMA/WMA-DRM10/WAV) must be stored no more than 4 folder levels away  
from the root directory. The MP850 is limited to 128 character filename length.  
Disconnecting from a Computer  
Before disconnecting your MP850, always ensure the “READ” or “WRITE” screen is not  
displayed, as damage to your files or the MP850 may occur.  
Removing the MP850 in WindowsMe, 2000, XP and Vista  
1. Select the Hardware icon  
on the system tray.  
2. The Safely Remove Hardware pop-up window will appear. Select it to continue.  
Figure 7: Safely Remove Hardware  
3. A window will appear stating “The ‘USB Mass Storage Device’ device can now be safely removed from  
the system.”  
Figure 8: Safe to Remove Hardware  
4. Unplug the MP850 from your computer.  
3.  
Removing the MP850 in MacOS 10.0 or Later  
1. Drag and drop the Disk icon that corresponds to your MP850 into the trashcan.  
2. Unplug your MP850 from the USB port.  
Removing the MP850 in LinuxKernel 2.4 or Later  
1. Execute umount /mnt /MP850 to un-mount the device.  
2. Unplug your MP850 from the USB port.  
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Included Software︱  
The bundled Software CD comes with some very useful software that can increase your productivity and  
enhance your entertainment experience. The two software applications that come with your MP850 are:  
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Multimedia Converter  
Transcend Digital Music Player Utility  
Before using any of these programs, please read the following instructions carefully.  
Software System Requirements  
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Desktop or notebook computer with a working USB port  
One of the following Operating Systems:  
Windows2000  
WindowsXP  
Windows Vista  
Installing the MP850 Software  
1. Put the Software CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive (Auto-Run enabled).  
2. The MP850 Main Menu window will appear.  
Figure 9: MP850 Main Menu  
3. Select “Multimedia Converter” and follow the instructions that follow to install the MTV Converter and  
the Slideshow Maker, or click the “Utility” button to install extra functions for your MP850.  
4. Choose your setup language and click the “OK” button to continue.  
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Figure 10: Select a language  
5. The “InstallShield Wizard” window will appear. Click the “Next” button to continue. The InstallShield  
Wizard will guide you through the installation process.  
Figure 11: Select a Software Program  
6. When the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility is finished installing, click the “Finish” button to exit  
the wizard.  
7. The Transcend Digital Music Player Utility, the MTV Converter, and the Slideshow Maker can all be found  
in:  
> Programs > Transcend >  
Transcend MTV Converter  
If you want to play videos on your MP850, you must first convert your video files to the “.mtv” file format using  
the Transcend MTV Converter.  
1. Run the program (Start > Programs > Transcend > MP850 > MTV Converter)  
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Figure 12: MTV Converter main screen  
2. Click the triangle button next to “Video Input”  
3. The Open Video Input File window will appear. Select the “MPEG4,” “DivX,” “AVI,” or “xVID” video file  
that you want to convert to the “.mtv” format. Click the “Open” button to continue.  
Figure 13: Select video files for conversion  
4. Click the triangle button next to “Video Output” button to select a destination for the converted file.  
Figure 14: Select a Destination for the ‘.mtv’ file  
5. Click “Start Conversion.”  
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Figure 15: Start Conversion  
6. When the process is finished, a “Conversion Complete” message window will appear. Click the “OK”  
button to return to the MTV Converter main window and convert another file.  
Figure 16: Conversion Complete  
7. Click the “X” in the upper-right hand corner of the MTV Converter window to exit.  
8. Transfer the newly created .MTV file to the MP850 (See Transfering Files to the MP850)  
The MP850 only supports “.MTV” video files. You must use the Transcend MTV Converter to  
convert your MPEG4, DivX, AVI, or xVID video files to the “.mtv” format.  
Slide Show Maker  
To view slideshows on your MP850, you must first create an “.SLS” slideshow using the Slide Show Maker.  
1. Run the program (Start > Programs > Transcend > MP850 > Slide Show Maker)  
2. Click the “Load Image” button.  
Figure 17: Slideshow Maker main screen  
3. Select the “.JPG,” “.BMP,” or “.GIF” image files that you want to include in your slideshow and click  
Open.”  
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Figure 18: Select image files for conversion  
4. Choose a slideshow transition effect from the drop-down menu underneath the Preview window.  
Available effects are “Circle,” “Normal,” “Shutter(Left to Right), and “Shutter(Right to Left)”  
5. Click the “Preview” button to see a preview slideshow of your selected images.  
6. Use the “Up” and “Down” buttons to change the display order of your images.  
7. After you have loaded all images that you want to include in the slideshow, click the “Transform” button.  
Figure 19: Preview and Start Converting  
8. The Save As window will appear. Choose a name for your slideshow and click “Save.” The slideshow will  
be saved in the MP850’s “SLS” folder. If your MP850 is not connected, you can choose a different save  
location and transfer the file to your MP850 at a later time.  
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The MP850 only supports one SLS slideshow at a time. To ensure the T.shoic finds your  
slideshow, remove all other .SLS files from the MP850’s SLS folder except for your newly  
created .SLS file.  
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Figure 20: Select a Destination for the ‘.sls’ file  
9. After the slideshow is successfully created, a Transfer Complete message will appear. Click the “OK”  
button.  
Figure 21: Transfer Complete  
10. Click the “X” in the upper-right hand corner of the Slide Show Maker window to exit.  
11. Transfer the newly created .SLS file to the MP850 (See Transfering Files to the MP850)  
The MP850 will only display ”sls” file format slideshows. You must use first the Slideshow Maker  
software to convert your “.JPG,” “.BMP,” or “.GIF” photo files to the “.SLS” format.  
Transcend Digital Music Player Utility  
The Transcend Digital Music Player Utility has four functions:  
PC-Lock  
Partition  
Login/out  
Password  
(Use the MP850 to temporarily lock your computer)  
(Divide your MP850’s memory into Public and Private areas )  
(Log in to the Private area to access your personal files)  
(Change the password to the Private area on your MP850)  
Figure 22: Transcend Digital Music Player Utility Menu  
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The Transcend Digital Music Player Utility is only supported in Windows® Me, 2000, XP and Vista  
The Transcend Digital Music Player Utility is not supported on Mac™, or Linux™ Operating Systems  
To use the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility, you must log in to the Windows® OS with  
Administrator rights.  
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PC-Lock  
With PC-Lock, you can use your MP850 as a key to temporarily lock your computer while you are away.  
1. Start the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility (  
-> Programs -> Transcend -> Digital Music  
Player Utility)  
2. Click on the “PC-Lock” button in the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility window.  
Figure 23: Transcend Digital Music Player Utility – PC-Lock  
3. The PC-Lock Settings window will appear. Select the “Enable PC-Lock” checkbox.  
Figure 24: Enable PC-Lock  
4. You can change the text displayed on the screen while the computer is locked in the “Screen Saver  
Message” field.  
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Figure 25: PC-Lock Screen Saver Text  
5. You can adjust the period of time that your computer will be locked for by checking the “Enable Timer” box.  
Set the Unlock Timer in Hours and Minutes. When this time elapses, your computer will automatically  
unlock and be available for use.  
Figure 26: PC-Lock Timer  
6. Click on the “OK” button to start PC-Lock.  
Figure 27: Start PC-Lock  
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When PC-Lock is enabled, your computer will be locked when the MP850 is unplugged  
While your computer is locked, the screen will display the “Screen Saver Message” text.  
7. To unlock the computer, you must reconnect your MP850 to your computer. The PC-Lock message text  
will disappear and you will be free to use your computer again. The computer will also unlock itself  
automatically when the lock timer expires.  
Partition  
This feature allows you to create a secure password-protected area on the MP850 for your personal files. You  
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can adjust the size of Public and Private areas, and add a password to protect the Private area. Data stored  
in the Private area will be kept secure and can only be accessed with your password.  
WARNING! Creating a Private area or adjusting the Public/Private partition size  
will erase all data on MP850! Please back up your data before using this feature.  
1. Connect the MP850 to your computer.  
2. Start the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility (  
-> Programs -> Transcend -> Digital Music  
Player Utility)  
3. Click on the “Partition” button in the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility window (or the Transcend  
Digital Music Player Utility icon in the Task Bar)  
Figure 28: Transcend Digital Music Player Utility Partition  
4. The Partition window will appear. Move the slider left and right to adjust the size of the Public and  
Private areas on your MP850.  
Figure 29: Create a Partition  
5. To protect the Private area, choose a password and a “Hint” (in case you forget your password)  
Figure 30: Password and Hint  
6. Click the “Start” button to complete the Partition & Security setup. The process may take a few minutes.  
7. You must unplug your MP850 when the process is finished.  
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Log In / Log Out  
This function lets you access the files stored on the Private partition of your MP850. If you do not log in, Your  
protected files will be invisible.  
1. Connect the MP850 to your computer.  
2. Start the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility (  
-> Programs -> Transcend -> Digital Music  
Player Utility)  
3. Click on the “Login/Logout” button in the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility window.  
Figure 31: Transcend Digital Music Player Utility Login/out  
4. The Login/out window will appear. Input your password and click “Login.”  
Figure 32: Enter your password  
5. When successfully logged in, the “Public Area” message will change to “Private Area.” The files in your  
Private Area will no longer be hidden and can be accessed normally.  
6. When you are finished using the Private Area and no data is being transferred between the MP850 and  
the computer, click on the “Logout” button to switch back to the Public Area.  
Figure 33: Transcend Digital Music Player Utility Logout  
Password  
1. Start the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility (  
-> Programs -> Transcend -> Digital Music  
Player Utility)  
2. Click on the “Password” button in the Transcend Digital Music Player Utility window.  
Figure 34: MP850Utility – Password  
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3. The New Password window will appear. Input your current Password and New Password, then confirm  
the new password. Use the “New Hint” field to give yourself a hint in case you forget your new password.  
Figure 35: Change Password  
Forgotten Passwords  
If you forget your password, use the password hint to help you remember your password. If you are still  
unable to remember your password, you will have to use the Partition function to reset the Public and Private  
areas. THIS WILL ERASE ALL DATA ON THE MP850. Although the data in the Private area will be lost, you  
can back up all data on the Public area before using the Partition function.  
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Troubleshooting  
If a problem occurs with your MP850, please first check the information listed below before taking your  
MP850 for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem from the following hints, please consult your dealer,  
service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on our websites.  
Software CD does not auto-run in Windows®  
Go to the Device Manager in the Control Panel and enable the Auto-Insert function for the CD-ROM drive.  
Alternatively, you can manually run the “MP850.EXE” file on the software CD.  
Operating system cannot detect the MP850  
Check the following:  
Is your MP850 properly connected to the USB port? If not, unplug it and plug it in again.  
Is your MP850 connected to the Mac keyboard? If yes, unplug it and plug it into an available USB port  
on your Mac Desktop.  
Is the USB port enabled? If not, refer to your computer (or motherboard) user’s manual to enable it.  
The MP850 will not Power ON  
Check the following:  
Is the MP850 connected to your computer? If yes, unplug it.  
Is the LOCK switch set to “LOCK”? If yes, set it to the “OFF” position.  
Is the battery out of power? If yes, please recharge the battery.  
Cannot transfer MP3, WMA, WMA-DRM10, or WAV files to the MP850  
As required, uninstall and re-install the driver. If this doesn’t work, try Resetting the unit.  
Buttons aren’t working  
Is the LOCK switch set to “LOCK”? If yes, set it to the “OFF” position.  
Cannot hear track playback  
Have you downloaded any music files onto the MP850? If no, then you must first do so from your  
computer or the Internet. (Only Mpeg I Layer 3 and WMA files compressed at a rate of  
32Kbps–320Kbps are supported.)  
Are the earphones properly connected to the earphone jack? If not, reconnect them.  
Is the volume loud enough? If not, increase the volume level until the music can be heard.  
Track name does NOT display correctly on the screen  
The default language of the MP850 is English. Please set the language option first.  
ID3 tag information has display priority on the screen of the MP850. You could modify the ID3 tag by  
using Windows Media Player or Winamp.  
If the ID3 tag is empty, just the file name will be displayed on the screen.  
Cannot enter the RECORD Mode  
To make sure the recorded file will not be lost, two safety mechanisms are provided.  
If the remaining battery capacity is less than 10%, you cannot enter the RECORD Mode.  
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During recording, if the remaining battery capacity goes below 10% the MP850 will automatically  
save the recording.  
Track playback sounds intermittent  
Plug the earphones into the earphones jack again to make sure they are properly connected.  
MP850 Powers OFF automatically  
MP850 features a SLEEP Mode, which acts as a Power Saving feature. You can preset your MP850 to  
Power OFF automatically after 15, 30, or 60 minutes. Please refer to the “Sleep” section in SETTINGS.  
MP850 just isn’t working properly  
If your MP850 ever stops working properly, or locks up, try Powering it ON and OFF a few times, if this does  
not correct the problem you can Reset the unit by pressing the “Reset” button  
for 3 to 5 seconds.  
Cannot find the file that was just copied to the MP850  
Re-copy the file and refer to the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove the MP850 after the  
copy process is completed.  
A File that was just deleted still appears  
Re-delete the file and refer to the “Disconnecting from a Computer” section to remove the MP850 after the  
delete process is completed.  
MP850 cannot operate after formatting in Windows®  
Formatting the MP850 using the “Quick Format,” or “Full Format” option in Windows® erases the default  
format of the MP850. To retrieve the default format, you must link to http://www.transcendusa.com/ and  
download a Firmware Update for your MP850.  
How do I find out what Windows Media Player version I am using?  
Open your Windows Media Player program.  
Click on the “Help” menu and select the “About Windows Media Player” option.  
The version of your Windows Media Player will be displayed on the computer screen.  
Cannot listen to DRM music on my MP850  
The MP850 only supports WMA-DRM10 music files, is this the file type you are using?  
You must use Windows Media Player 10 to transfer and synchronize your WMA-DRM10 music files  
with the MP850’s MTP Folder.  
Cannot play a Video file on my MP850  
The MP850 only supports “.MTV” Video files, please see the “Transcend Multimedia Converter” section on  
how to convert your videos to the MTV format.  
Having problems converting Video files with the Transcend Multimedia Converter  
First, download DirectX 9.0 (or later) onto your computer. Next, open the Video file on you computer that you  
had a problem converting and try playing it, if the Video does not play, then this means that the Video Codec  
you are trying to convert has a compatibility issue with your PC and cannot be converted using the Transcend  
Multimedia Converter.  
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Cannot view Photo files on my MP850  
The MP850 only supports “.JPG,” “.BMP” Photo files, please ensure that the photo is one of these files  
types.  
Cannot read E-book files on my MP850  
The MP850 only supports “.TXT” E-book files, please ensure that the E-book is this file type.  
Lyrics Sync: Why can’t I see the words of the song I am listening to?  
For detailed Lyrics Sync instructions, please link to the FAQ section on our website  
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Specifications︱  
1. Size (L x W x H):  
81.5 mm × 41.5 mm × 12.7 mm  
48g (with Li-ion battery)  
2. Weight:  
MP3 WMA and WMA-DRM10 (Subscription  
music)  
3. Music Formats:  
4. Video Formats  
MTV  
5. Photo Formats  
6. Recording Format:  
7. Estimated Battery Life:  
8. Compression Rates:  
9. Data Retention:  
10. Erase Cycles:  
JPG, BMP  
IMA_ADPCM (WAV)  
22 hours Music playback (fully charged battery)  
32Kbps to 320Kbps  
Up to 10 years  
100,000 times  
11. Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  
12. Certificates:  
90dB  
CE, FCC, BSMI  
13. Warranty:  
2-years  
Ordering Information︱  
Device Description  
MP850 MP3 Music Player  
MP850 MP3 Music Player  
Memory Size  
4GB  
Transcend P/N  
TS4GMP850  
TS8GMP850  
8GB  
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Transcend Limited Warranty︱  
“Above and Beyond” is the standard we set ourselves for customer service at Transcend. We  
consistently position ourselves to be significantly above the industry norm, which is all part of our  
commitment to Customer Satisfaction.  
All Transcend information, Inc. (Transcend) products are warranted and tested to be free from defects in  
material and workmanship and to conform to the published specifications. During the warranty period should  
your Transcend MP850 fail under normal use in the recommended environment due to improper  
workmanship or materials, Transcend will repair the product or replace it with a comparable one. This  
warranty is subject to the conditions and limitations set forth herein.  
Duration of Warranty: The Transcend MP850 is covered by this warranty for a period of two (2) years from  
the date of purchase. Proof of purchase including the date of purchase is required to collect on the warranty.  
Transcend will inspect the product and decide whether to repair or replace it. Transcend reserves the right to  
provide a functional equivalent product, or a refurbished replacement product.  
Limitations: This warranty does not apply to product failure caused by accidents, abuse, mishandling,  
improper installation, alteration, acts of nature, improper usage, or problems with electrical power. In addition,  
opening or tampering with the product casing, or any physical damage, abuse or alteration to the product’s  
surface, including all warranty or quality stickers, product serial or electronic numbers will also void the  
product warranty. Transcend is not responsible for recovering any data lost due to the failure of a flash  
memory device. Transcend’s MP850 must be used with devices that conform to the recommended industry  
standards. Transcend will not be liable for damages resulting from a third party device that causes the  
Transcend MP850 to fail. Transcend shall in no event be liable for any consequential, indirect, or incidental  
damages, lost profits, lost business investments, lost goodwill, or interference with business relationships as  
a result of lost data. Transcend is also not responsible for damage or failure of any third party equipment,  
even if Transcend has been advised of the possibility. This limitation does not apply to the extent that it is  
illegal or unenforceable under applicable law.  
Disclaimer: The foregoing limited warranty is exclusive. There are no other warranties, including any implied  
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. This warranty is not affected in any part by  
Transcend providing technical support or advice. Please read Transcend’s Warranty Policy in full to understand  
your rights.  
Online Registration: To expedite the warranty service, please register your Transcend Product within 30  
days of purchase.  
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All specifications are subject to change without notice.  
Transcend Information, Inc.  
*The Transcend logo is a registered trademark of Transcend Information, Inc.  
*All logos and marks are trademarks of their respective companies.  
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