IRiver iFP-880 Hardware Instruction Manual

5-6 Program Playback Activating Program mode 5-5 You can listen to your favorite songs by using Program Mode. Click the MEMORY/EQ button at Stop playback. The program list is displayed. If the player has been programmed already, the current program list will display. 11 22 To save all files in the folder as the program list After selecting a folder to save, then press the MEMORY/EQ button to save all files in the folder. Sub folders are not added. 33 44 After programming, press PLAY/STOP button to play the tracks in sequential order. Program Playback Scroll to PROGRAM mode Music name Click Numbers of program list Click The PROGRAM mode icon appears Push the VOL +, VOL - switch to select the number to be programmed. Press the NAVI/MENU button once and navigate to the desired track. Press the NAVI/MENU button again to save that track to the program list. Press the MEMORY/EQ button to save the program list. Convenient Functions

5-7 Push the NAVI/MENU button toward VOL - at Stop mode. Program playback is cancelled and normal playback is started. Cancel Program Mode Press the MODE/REC button after selecting the file to be deleted using the MEMORY/EQ button. The program list is automatically changed. Click You can select EQ mode in accordance to the playing music genre. Press and hold the MEMORY/EQ button to display the current EQ setting. Then press the button repeatedly to chose a different EQ. Xtrm EQ and 3D are set in the MENU, refer to page 5-27 through 5-29 for details. To delete all programmed songs, press MEMORY/EQ button for several seconds. Push In Stop Mode You can select your favorite EQ as the set value on the EQ SELECT menu. The set value on the menu is saved but EQ mode is not changed in case of not selecting Xtreme EQ and Xtreme 3D. NOTE CAUTION Convenient Functions

Users can configure their own settings. resume language load default back light lcd contrast visualization scroll speed tag information play time information battery select sleep Power Off stop Power Off set Time alarm/Record Select set Alarm tuner Rec. Reservation fast skip scan speed voice recording mode voice auto detection tuner recording mode line-in recording mode line-in recording volume line-in auto-sync line-in/ext. mic repeat shuffle intro study name Xtreme EQ Xtreme 3D DBE setting 3D EQ setting sound balance eq limit eq select beep volume fade in GENERAL DISPLAY TIMER SOUND CONTROL MODE 5-1 MENU-Basic Operation Basic Operation MAIN MENU SUB MENU Window for SUB MENU SETTING Press and hold the NAVI/MENU button to display the MENU system. The MENU system is composed of 6 main menus with sub-menus. To select Main Menu From Main Menu to Sub Menu Shift between Menus Push the or switch to move between main menu and sub menu. Click Push Convenient Functions

5-1 5-11 You can set, cancel or change Sub Menu by pressing the NAVI/MENU switch toward I , I or VOL +, VOL -. Click the PLAY/STOP button to exit Main Menu. Click the PLAY/STOP button to return Main MENU at the sub-menu setting. Exit Sub Menu Exit Main Menu Enter Sub Menu Click Push MENU-General GENERAL ON : Playback resumes from the previous location in a song when the player is stopped or powered off. OFF : Playback begins from the first track after the player is stopped or powered off. Resume Supports 40 languages Song title and ID3 tag information for the MP3 files is dependent on the version of the PC operating system that was used to create it. (For example, if an MP3 file is created in a English version of Windows, the language setting should be English for the proper title display) LANGUAGE (Supports 40 languages) RESUME LANGUAGE LOAD DEFAULT Convenient Functions

Button operation order is as below. Click NAVI/MENU (select default menu) or VOL + (select YES) Click NAVI/MENU (select YES : Initialization) Load Default Value RESUME LANGUAGE LOAD DEFAULT MENU-Display Display You can adjust the time that the Backlight stays on. SEC : Backlight stays on from 0 to 30 seconds. MINUTE : Backlight stays on from 0 to 30 minutes. Press the NAVI/MENU button to set SEC/MINUTE. Back-Light BACK LIGHT LCD CONTRAST VISUALIZATION Adjust the LCD screen contrast. Contrast can be adjusted by using the or (VOL + or VOL -) buttons. LCD Contrast BACK LIGHT LCD CONTRAST VISUALIZATION Convenient Functions

the elapsed time of the track, or the free memory on your player. ON : Display track with ID3 tag information OFF : Display track with file name File name will be displayed by default for songs with no ID3 information. Adjust scroll speed by 1x/2x/4x/Vertical/Horizontal. Vertical : The scroll goes up and down Horizontal : The scroll goes from the left to the right. Visualization Tag Information BATTERY SELECT WAVEFORM LEVEL METER PROGRESSIVE FREE SPACE CLOCK SCROLL SPEED TAG INFORMATION PLAY TIME INFORMATION VISUALIZATION SCROLL SPEED TAG INFORMATION MENU-Display NORMAL : display elapsed time. REMAIN : display remaining time. Note : Time display may not be accurate for files encoded in Variable Bit Rate formats. Playtime Information Select the current battery. The player will manage the battery indicator icon to better match the usage level. TAG INFORMATION PLAY TIME BATTERY SELECT Convenient Functions

(Time range can be set from 1 to 60 minutes by one minute increments.) Use the or (VOL + or VOL -) button to adjust time. Automatically turns power off after a fixed time. (Time range can be set from 1 to 180 minutes by one minute increments.) Use the I or I(VOL + or VOL -) button to adjust time. Set BEEP ON/ OFF by pressing the NAVI/MENU button. Beep ON : A beep sound will play one minute before the player shuts off. OFF : No beep sound is played. Once powered off, the sleep timer will reset to 0. Sleep Power Off Stop Power Off SLEEP POWER OFF STOP POWER OFF SET TIME 5-17 MENU-Timer Set Time Alarm/Record Select Set Alarm Set the current time. Push the NAVI/MENU switch toward I or I to select the item and toward VOL + or VOL - to set the clock. Use the or switch to adjust time. OFF : The Alarm and Tuner Record functions are disabled and the player will not power on at either indicated time. ALARM : At the time indicated in the "Set Alarm" setting (see below) the player will power on and begin music playback. TUNER RECORD : At the time indicated in the "Tuner Rec. Reservation" setting (see page 5-19) the player will power on and begin recording from the selected radio station. Set the working time of alarm. Push the NAVI/MENU switch toward I or I to select the item and toward VOL + or VOL - to set the alarm. SUN ~ SAT : Alarm rings in the same time of the set day repeatedly. ALL : Alarm rings in the set time every day. 5-1 Convenient Functions

OFF : Skip doesn’t activate. 10 : Skip 10 tracks at time. DIRECTORY : Skip to previous or next folder. This defines the operating method of short or long click of or lever. Fast Skip FF/RW Scan Speed 5-19 MENU-Timer Tuner Rec. Reservation Set the time and station to be recorded. Push the NAVI/MENU switch toward I or I to select the item and toward VOL + or VOL - to set the recording time. SUN ~ SAT : Tuner recording is started at the same time of the set day repeatedly. ALL : Tuner recording is started at the set time every day. Convenient Functions

The voice recording mode will automatically pause during silence. This is useful for recording over a long period of time to save memory. AGC ON : When recording voice, the recording level is automatically controlled and the sound from a long distance is normally recorded. AGC OFF: AGC Control not activated. OFF : Voice Auto Detection is disabled. Voice Auto Detection (first slider) : Set the relative level of sound needed to activate the recorder. (Level 1-10). Record pause time (second slider) : Set the number of seconds of silence to record before pausing. (1-10 Sec) Voice Auto Detection You can adjust recording quality when recording from the FM Tuner. Bit Rate : 8Kbps~320Kbps Sampling Frequency : 11.025KHz ~44.1KHz TUNER RECORDING MODE TUNER RECORDING MODE MONO STEREO 32KHz 128KBPS MENU-CONTROL LINE-IN RECORDING MODE You can adjust recording quality when recording from external equipment. Bit Rate : 8Kbps~320Kbps Sampling Frequency : 11.025KHz ~44.1KHz You can adjust recording level when recording from External equipment. (You can set from 0 to 64.) LINE-IN RECORD VOLUME LINEIN RECORDING MODE MONO STEREO 44.1KHz 128KBPS LINEIN RECORD VOLUME 45 Line-In, a new file will be created for each track on the CD automatically. - OFF : Audio signal detection is disabled. - Audio signal detection time (1-5 seconds) : The amount of silence the player will use to determine when a track has ended and to start a new file. LINE-IN AUTO-SYNC LINE-IN RECORDING LINE-IN RECORDING LINE-IN AUTO-SYNC LINEIN AUTO-SYNC (off) 0 You can adjust recording quality when recording Voice. Bit Rate : 8Kbps~160Kbps Sampling Frequency : 11.025KHz ~44.1KHz AGC :Automatic Gain Control NOTE Convenient Functions

line-in when recording. Line-In : To record through Line-In Ext. Mic : To record through an external microphone LINE-IN RECORDING LINE-IN AUTO-SYNC LINE-IN/EXT. MIC Line-in/Ext. Mic Line-in Ext. Mic - To record from an external microphone, chose the LINE-IN recording mode (see page 5-14, 5-15). - The recording quality level will be set to the values chosen for LINE-IN recording (see page 5-22). NOTE MENU-Playback Mode Playback Mode Repeat Mode/ Shuffle Mode A number of Repeat and Shuffle modes are available. Select the one you want by pressing MODE button (Multi selecting available) (refer to page 5-3, 5-4) After push How to select And button for selection. Only the selected PLAYBACK MODE will be available when you press the MODE/REC button (For details, please refer to page 5-3, 5-4) And button to exit. REPEAT SHUFFLE INTRO REPEAT SHUFFLE INTRO or 5-2 Convenient Functions

track. Intro Highlight : Plays 10 seconds from 1 minute into each track in sequential order. REPEAT SHUFFLE INTRO SHUFFLE INTRO STUDY While playing, short slide of the I , I (or VOL +, VOL -) lever will skip the current track set time ahead. OFF : Study Mode is disabled. The range is 1~60 seconds. STUDY MODE You can input your name or custom text. The saved text is displayed when playback stops. Select the character by using and switch and press Navi/Menu button to input the character. To delete the character, press MODE button. To scroll between English and your preferred language, use MEMORY/EQ button. To move the cursor in the name window, use + and - on Volume switch. Save and Exit Name Stopped playback Button Operation MENU-Name NOTE Chinese and Chinese characters are not supported in the Name feature. Convenient Functions

There are 5 band frequency steps, set from -15dB to +15dB by 3dB step. 1. Select the Frequency step to set using the I , I switch. 2. Adjust the level using the VOL + or VOL - switch. 3. To exit Xtreme EQ setting Select the Frequency Adjust the level Xtreme EQ How to set Xtreme EQ MENU-Sound Xtreme 3D You can adjust the level of 3D sound(minimum, Natural, and Maximum). You can extend 3D sound by selecting Bass Boost or 3D EQ. You can also adjust the level of 3D sound with the or (or VOL +, VOL -) lever. Select DBE or 3D EQ with the Navi/Menu button. You can select the Bass Center Band level from Band 1 to 4. You can also set the Bass Boost gain from 0 dB to 15dB by 3dB step. DBE (Dynamic Bass Enhancement) enhances Low & Middle frequencies and only operates when using Xtreme 3D. Set EQ to User EQ to use 3D EQ. You can adjust the sound to your preference. There are 5 band frequency steps, set from -15dB to +15dB by 3dB step. DBE Setting 3D EQ Setting Convenient Functions

the center according to your preference. When Sound Balance bar is moved to L (Left, 20),the sound outputs at the left earphone. When the lever is moved to R (Right, 20) the sound outputs at the right earphone. The default value is 0 and the sound outputs the same level at both earphones. ON : Limit the control of equalizer frequency to prevent distortion of sound. OFF : You can enjoy the original sound though distortion of sound may occur. You can select various EQ modes. Press NAVI/MENU button after selecting EQ by using or (or VOL +, VOL -) switch. You can not select NORMAL EQ. If you do not select Xtrm EQ or Xtrm 3D, Xtrm EQ or Xtrm 3D modes will not be available during playback. EQ Limit EQ Select SOUND BALANCE EQ LIMIT EQ SELECT NOTE Set beep volume ON/OFF or level. Set to "0" for OFF. Beep Volume EQ LIMIT EQ SELECT BEEP VOLUME Sound Fade in When activated, volume increases gradually at playback mode to prevent sudden loudness. EQ SELECT BEEP VOLUME FADE IN MENU-Sound Convenient Functions

Additional Information Contents 6 TROUBLE SHOOTING PRECAUTIONS ACCESSORIES SPECIFICATIONS 6-1 6-2 6-3 6-4

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 continuously 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 Headphones and Earphones Safety Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your iRiver dealer or contact support at www.iRiver.com. Precautions 6-2 Trouble Shooting AdditionalInformation 6-1 No Power No sound or distortion during playback. Characters in LCD are corrupted. Poor FM Reception. Failed download of MP3 file Check whether the HOLD switch on the player is ON (Switch to OFF position) Check the condition of the battery. Insert a fresh battery. Check whether VOLUME is set to "0". Connect the earphones plug firmly. Check whether the plug is dirty. Clean the plug with a dry and soft cloth. Corrupted MP3 or WMA files may make a static noise and the sound may cut off. Listen to your files on the PC to see if they are corrupted. Check out Menu General Language and confirm whether the right language has been selected.(Refer to page 5-12) Adjust the position of the player and earphones. Turn off the power of other electric devices near the player. The Earphone cord functions as the antenna, they must be plugged in for best reception. Check the condition of the battery. Check the connection between your computer and the player to ensure that the cable is secure. Check the Manager program to make sure it is operating. Check whether the player’s memory is full. Avoid dropping or impacting the player. The player is designed to operate while walking or running, but dropping or excessively impacting the player maybe cause damage. Avoid contacting the player with water. Damage to the internal parts of the player may occur if the player comes into contact with water. If your player gets wet, dry the outside with a soft cloth as soon as possible. Do not leave the player 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. Remove the battery if player is unused for long periods of time. Battery left in the player for a long time can corrode and damage the device. All data stored on this device may be erased by a excessive impact, a thunder or an electricity failure, etc. on the device. The Manufacturer does not warrant and will not be held responsible in any way for damages or loss of data, including loss of data stored on this device, resulting from a excessive impact, a thunder or an electricity failure. You will be responsible for safe-guarding all data stored on this device.

Audio Cable (Line-In) Accessories subject to change without notice and may vary from image shown. Dimension Weight Battery Operational Temperature FM TUNER 20 Hz ~ 20 KHz (L)18 mW + (R)18 mW (16 Ohm) max. Volume (L)12 mW + (R)12 mW (32 Ohm) max. Volume 90 dB(MP3) 87.5 MHz ~ 108 MHz 60 dB Headphone/Earphone-Cord Antenna MPEG 1/2/2.5 Layer 3, WMA, OGG, ASF 8 Kbps ~ 320 Kbps (OGG : 44.1 KHz, 96Kbps~225Kbps) ID3 VI, ID3 V2 2.0, ID3 V2 3.0, ID 3 V2 4.0 11.025KHz ~44.1KHz, 8Kbps ~ 320Kbps Full Graphic 4 Line with Backlight 40 Languages Approx. 40 hours (128 kbps, MP3, Volume : 20, EQ Normal, Alkaline “AA” 2400mAh) 88.5(W) x 36.2(D) x 27.3(H) mm 40 g (w/o Battery) 65 g (Battery included) 1 AA Type Alkaline battery -5 ~ 40 Category ITEM Specifications Encoding LCD Language Voice Recording Max. Playtime Memory Model No USB version 128MB iFP-880 1.1 (Full speed) 256MB iFP-890 2.0 (High speed) Approx.36:00hrs (8kbps,128MB) Approx.72:00hrs (8kbps,256MB) 512MB iFP-895 2.0 (High speed) Approx.144:00hrs (8kbps,512MB) Memory is not expandable. Specifications 6 Accessories 6-3 1GB iFP-899 2.0 (High speed) Arm Band User Manual/Warranty card Quick Start Guide Earphone/ Earphone cover Battery(AA type 1EA) Approx.288:00hrs (8kbps,1GB) AdditionalInformation Audio FILE SUPPORT FileType Bit Rate Tag Info Frequencyrange HeadphoneOutput S/Nratio