Page 2 - Introduction
2 MR-F30 Series Thank you for purchasing the Olympus Digital Audio Player MR-F30 Series. • The product information this USER’S MANUAL conveys is subject to change without notice. Contact an authorized Olympus service center with the product name and model number for the latest information. • While e...
Page 3 - Copyright and copyright protection feature (DRM)
3 MR-F30 Series Trademarks/Fonts • m:robe is a trademark of OLYMPUS CORPORATION.• Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.• All other company and product names are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of their respective owners. • The screen fonts used by this product belong to...
Page 5 - Main features
5 MR-F30 Series • With the 512 MB* 1 /1 GB* 2 built-in flash memory, you can transfer and store approximately 120* 1 * 3 /240* 2 * 3 music tracks to enjoy anytime, anywhere. • The organic EL display provides a clearer screen than existing LCD displays.• You can play not only MP3 files but also WMA a...
Page 6 - Table of contents
6 MR-F30 Series Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Main features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Table of con...
Page 9 - Read this first; Do not use in a place where there is running water.; Do not use or leave this product near a stove or fire.; Safety Precautions; Danger; Precautions when handling this product
9 R ead t h is f ir s t MR-F30 Series Read this first Before using this product, read this first to ensure that you know how to operate it safely and correctly.Various symbols are used to warn of hazards to yourself and others and prevent damage to property through misuse of this product. The symbol...
Page 11 - Caution
11 R ead t h is f ir s t MR-F30 Series • Do not leave this product in places of high temperature, such as in a sun-heated car. Doing so could result in battery leakage, deterioration of parts or fire. • Do not touch any leakage that has occurred. Battery leakage, etc., may have occurred. Getting the...
Page 12 - Conditions for use of this product
12 R ead t h is f ir s t MR-F30 Series • This product contains precision electronic parts. Avoid using or leaving this product for long periods of time in the following places as this could result in failure or malfunction.– places of high temperature and high humidity or where the temperature and h...
Page 14 - Information regarding the built-in battery
14 R ead t h is f ir s t MR-F30 Series The built-in battery is exclusively for use with m:robe MR-F30 Series. Never use it in other equipment. • Discharging The built-in battery self-discharges while it is not in use. Be sure to charge it regularly before use. We recommend charging the built-in batt...
Page 16 - Controls: location and function; D E
16 R ead t h is f ir s t MR-F30 Series Controls: location and function B A C L D E F G I J H K MRF30_E.book Page 16 Tuesday, July 12, 2005 3:04 PM
Page 18 - Getting Started; Operating system requirements; Connect the USB cable to your PC and your m:robe.; Setting up your m:robe; USB
18 G e tt ing Started MR-F30 Series Getting Started Operating system requirements One of the following operating systems is required for m:robe operation:– Windows 98SE*, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional/ Home Edition – Mac OS 9.x/X v10.x * The USB driver should be inst...
Page 19 - About the battery power indication
19 G e tt ing Started MR-F30 Series After charging, perform the disconnect procedure. When the following screen appears, disconnect your m:robe from your PC. For details, refer to “Disconnecting your m:robe from your PC” ( g page 22). About the battery power indication : Battery is fully charged./ :...
Page 20 - Transfer files from your PC to your m:robe.; File formats supported by m:robe
20 G e tt ing Started MR-F30 Series 1 Connect the USB cable to your PC and your m:robe. Your PC recognizes your m:robe as a removable disk. 2 Transfer files from your PC to your m:robe. Drag and drop the desired file to m:robe on the screen display of your PC. File formats supported by m:robe Music ...
Page 22 - Disconnecting your m:robe from your PC; Click the displayed message.; For Windows 98SE users:
22 G e tt ing Started MR-F30 Series Disconnecting your m:robe from your PC For Windows Me/2000/XP users: 1 Click [Remove the hardware] icon on the system tray. 2 Click the displayed message. 3 [The USB storage device can now be safely removed from the system, remove the USB cable from computer.] app...
Page 23 - Connect the supplied earphones to your m:robe.
23 G e tt ing Started MR-F30 Series Connect the supplied earphones to your m:robe. Connecting the earphones to your m:robe Notes • Set the volume level to minimum before wearing earphones to avoid hurting your ears. For details on adjusting volume, refer to “To control volume” ( g page 33). • Do not...
Page 24 - Basic operations; To turn off the power
24 Basic ope rations MR-F30 Series Basic operations Turning on your m:robe Press and hold the button. The power is turned on. To turn off the power Press and hold the button. Turning the power of your m:robe on/off Notes • Before turning on your m:robe, make sure the HOLD switch is set to off. When ...
Page 25 - Mode selection
25 Basic ope rations MR-F30 Series There are 5 modes, and available functions and setting items differ depending on the selected mode. 1 Press and hold the button. The mode select screen appears. 2 Push up/down the dial to select the desired mode. The mode changes in the following order: “MUSIC MODE...
Page 26 - FM MODE; SETTINGS
26 Basic ope rations MR-F30 Series MUSIC MODE Selecting playback mode/music playback/setting sound quality ( g page 32) PLAYLIST Playing back the desired track in the playlist easily ( g page 34) FM MODE Receiving/recording radio program ( g page 50) PHOTO MODE Viewing photos/setting the display mod...
Page 27 - – Navigation search; Press the; dial to select the desired; Repeat step 2 to select the desired file, then press the; To finish Navigation search; Searching for a file
27 Basic ope rations MR-F30 Series – Navigation search 1 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. The Navigation search screen appears. 2 Push up/down the dial to select the desired folder, then press the OK/EQ button. You can go to the next sublevel of folder hierarchy. 3 Repeat ste...
Page 28 - Deleting files; dial to select the desired folder, then press the; dial to select “Delete,” then
28 Basic ope rations MR-F30 Series Deleting files 1 Press the button while the playback/receiving screen is displayed. The Navigation search screen appears. 2 Push up/down the dial to select the desired folder, then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Repeat step 2 to select a file you want to delete, then pr...
Page 29 - Select the desired mode.; dial to select a setting; Basic operation of the menu
29 Basic ope rations MR-F30 Series The items you can operate in the menu differ depending on the selected mode. For details on each menu item, refer to the “Menu list” ( g page 79). 1 Select the desired mode. For details, refer to “Mode selection” ( g page 25). 2 Press the button. The main menu scre...
Page 30 - dial to select the desired setting, then press
30 Basic ope rations MR-F30 Series 4 Push up/down the dial to select the desired item, then press the OK/EQ button. The setting menu screen appears. 5 Push up/down the dial to select the desired setting, then press the OK/EQ button. To go back to the previous level screen: Press the button. Note Aft...
Page 31 - – HOLD function; Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow on your m:robe.; To set HOLD to off; Using the HOLD switch
31 Basic ope rations MR-F30 Series – HOLD function This is used to prevent unintentional operation when carrying your m:robe in a pocket or a bag. Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow on your m:robe. When the HOLD function is on, “ ” appears on the screen, and the buttons become inact...
Page 32 - Listening to music; About the playback screen; MUSIC MODE
32 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series Listening to music About the playback screen MUSIC MODE A Mode indication (MUSIC) B Time indication C Remaining battery power indication D Current play file number/Total number of playback files indication E Track name indication F Repeat play between A and B i...
Page 33 - To select the desired music file; Playing back music
33 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series To select the desired music file Press the button while the playback screen is displayed, then push up/down the dial to select the desired music file ( g page 27). To play/pause music Press the button. To control volume Press the button. To search for the desir...
Page 34 - Registering to the playlist; dial to select a music file you; dial to select “Playlist,” then press the OK/EQ; To finish the editing menu; Using the playlist
34 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series \ The desired track should be registered to the playlist before playback. Registering to the playlist 1 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. The Navigation search screen appears. 2 Push up/down the dial to select a music file you want to reg...
Page 35 - Playing back the playlist; To delete files in the playlist
35 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series Playing back the playlist 1 Press and hold the button while the playback screen is displayed. The mode select screen appears. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “PLAYLIST ,” then press the OK/EQ button. The playback screen appears. 3 Press the button. The playli...
Page 36 - Selecting playback mode; Press the OK/EQ button in playback stop mode.; Setting playback mode
36 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series Selecting playback mode Press the OK/EQ button in playback stop mode. Playback mode changes in the following order: “Normal” : “Intro” : “Repeat” : “Repeat All” : “Random” : “Random All” : “Normal.” (Normal): Music files are played back in sequence. (Intro): On...
Page 37 - Setting Repeat Folder
37 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series Setting Repeat Folder You can select to play back the music files in just the current folder or in all folders. 1 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “Play,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/down the ...
Page 38 - Setting StudyMode; To cancel StudyMode
38 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series Setting StudyMode You can fast-rewind/fast-forward and resume the currently playing file by pushing up/down the dial. 1 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “Play,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/dow...
Page 39 - Play back a music file, and press the; To deactivate interval repeat
39 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series Setting interval repeat (A-B) A music file is repeated in the set interval. 1 Play back a music file, and press the button at the point where you want to start interval repeat (Repeat A). 2 Press the button at the point where interval repeat is finished (Repeat...
Page 40 - Selecting EQ; Adjusting User EQ; To finish adjusting User EQ
40 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series Selecting EQ Press the OK/EQ button during playback. EQ changes in the following order: “Normal” : “Rock” : “Jazz” : “Classic” : “Pop” : “WOW” : “User EQ1” : “User EQ2” : “Normal.” Adjusting User EQ 1 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. 2 P...
Page 41 - Setting WOW
41 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series Setting WOW You can enjoy natural stereophonic music (SRS) and sonorous bass sounds (Trubass). 1 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “EQ,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “WOW...
Page 42 - Playing back bookmarked music; Bookmarking music
42 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series Press and hold the OK/EQ button during playback of the desired music. A message is displayed, and the music is bookmarked. Playing back bookmarked music Bookmarked music is playable in MUSIC MODE . 1 Press and hold the OK/EQ button in playback stop mode. 2 Push...
Page 43 - dial to select a file you want to delete, then; Deleting the registered information
43 Listenin g to m u sic MR-F30 Series You can delete registered bookmarks and playlist. 1 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “Delete,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “Bookmark” or “Playlist,” then press the OK/E...
Page 44 - Recording; About the music recording screen; Recording mode; B C
44 Record ing MR-F30 Series Recording About the music recording screen Recording mode A Mode indication (REC) B Time indication C Remaining battery power indication D Recording type indication (MIC/ LINE) E File name indication F Total number of recorded files/Total number of recordable files (999) ...
Page 45 - To stop recording; Recording voice; MIC
45 Record ing MR-F30 Series 1 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “REC Source,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “MIC In,” then press the OK/EQ button. 4 Press and hold the button in playback stop mode. Recording st...
Page 46 - Listening to recorded voice files
46 Record ing MR-F30 Series Listening to recorded voice files While the playback screen is displayed, press the button to display the Navigation search screen, select “RECORD” : “VOICE” : the desired voice file, then press the button. Setting the sound quality Press the button while the playback scr...
Page 47 - To pause/resume recording; Recording over Line-in connection
47 Record ing MR-F30 Series 1 Connect the line-in cable to your m:robe and the external audio device. 2 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “REC Source,” then press the OK/EQ button. 4 Push up/down the dial to select “Line In,” then press the OK...
Page 48 - Listening to recorded files
48 Record ing MR-F30 Series Listening to recorded files While the playback screen is displayed, press the button to display the Navigation search screen, select “RECORD” : “LINE-IN” : the desired file, then press the button. Setting the sound quality Press the button while the playback screen is dis...
Page 49 - Setting Auto Sync; To cancel Auto Sync
49 Record ing MR-F30 Series Setting Auto Sync When music is recorded, a new file is created at where no sound is recorded. 1 Press the button while the playback screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “REC Quality,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “Auto ...
Page 50 - Li; Listening to FM radio; About the radio receiver screen
50 Li s tenin g to F M radi o MR-F30 Series Listening to FM radio About the radio receiver screen FM MODE A Mode indication (FM) B Time indication C Remaining battery power indication D Total number of stored frequencies/Current selected preset number indication E Preset ( )/Manual ( ) mode indicati...
Page 51 - To mute the FM broadcast; Changing the receiving mode; Receiving a radio station
51 Li s tenin g to F M radi o MR-F30 Series 1 Press and hold the button. The mode select screen appears. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “FM MODE ,” then press the OK/EQ button. The FM receiving screen appears. To mute the FM broadcast Press the button. Changing the receiving mode You can switch f...
Page 52 - Setting frequencies; Setting in Manual mode; Push up/down and hold the; Setting in Preset mode; dial to search the registered channel.
52 Li s tenin g to F M radi o MR-F30 Series Setting frequencies Setting in Manual mode Push up/down the dial. Frequencies are searched at the set intervals. Push up/down and hold the dial. Searching stops when a receivable frequency is found. Setting in Preset mode Push up/down the dial to search th...
Page 53 - Setting the area; dial to select “Region,” then press the OK/EQ
53 Li s tenin g to F M radi o MR-F30 Series Setting the area The FM radio frequency bands differ depending on the country or region. 1 Press the button while the receiving screen is displayed. The FM menu screen appears. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “Region,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push...
Page 54 - Storing frequencies; Storing frequencies manually; Storing frequencies automatically
54 Li s tenin g to F M radi o MR-F30 Series Storing frequencies Storing frequencies manually 1 Receive the desired frequency, then press the button. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “Save Preset,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select the registry number (P1 to P20), then p...
Page 56 - Deleting the stored frequency; To delete all the stored frequencies
56 Li s tenin g to F M radi o MR-F30 Series Deleting the stored frequency 1 Press the button while the receiving screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “Preset Delete,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “Each,” then press the OK/EQ button. 4 Push up/down ...
Page 57 - Receive the desired frequency, then press and hold the; Listening to recorded FM files; Recording an FM radio program
57 Li s tenin g to F M radi o MR-F30 Series Receive the desired frequency, then press and hold the button. To pause/resume recording Press the button. To stop recording Press the button. Listening to recorded FM files While the receiving screen is displayed, press the button to display the Navigatio...
Page 58 - FM recording reservation
58 Li s tenin g to F M radi o MR-F30 Series Set the desired time and frequency for the FM radio recording reservation. 1 Press the button while the receiving screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “FM Recording,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “REC Boo...
Page 60 - Viewing photos; dial to select “PHOTO MODE; To finish displaying photos; Deleting photos; Displaying photos
60 View ing ph otos MR-F30 Series Viewing photos 1 Press and hold the button. The mode select screen appears. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “PHOTO MODE ,” then press the OK/EQ button. The selecting photo screen appears. 3 Push up/down the dial to select the desired photo file, then press the OK/...
Page 61 - To deactivate Real Photo; Setting the photo display interval; Viewing images during music playback
61 View ing ph otos MR-F30 Series 1 Press the button while the selecting photo screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “Real Photo,” then press the OK/ EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “On/Off,” then press the OK/EQ button. 4 Push up/down the dial to select “On,” then pres...
Page 62 - To cancel avatar; Setting Avatar
62 View ing ph otos MR-F30 Series The desired photo can be displayed on the m:robe start up screen. 1 Press the button while the selecting photo screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “Avatar,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “On,” then press the OK/EQ ...
Page 63 - To finish Slide Show; To set the photo display interval; Viewing images in Slide Show
63 View ing ph otos MR-F30 Series 1 Press the button while the selecting photo screen is displayed. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “Slide Show,” then press the OK/ EQ button. 3 Push up/down the dial to select “On/Off,” then press the OK/EQ button. 4 Push up/down the dial to select “On,” then pres...
Page 64 - Setting and adjusting; dial to select “SETTINGS
64 Setting and adju stin g MR-F30 Series Setting and adjusting You can customize and adjust system setting, screen display, timer, watch, and operating system. 1 Press and hold the button. The mode select screen appears. 2 Push up/down the dial to select “SETTINGS ,” then press the OK/EQ button. 3 P...
Page 65 - Settings; Subjects
65 Setting and adju stin g MR-F30 Series Settings Set the system functions. Subjects Explanations Resume When power is turned on, you can resume playback of the last file from the point where it was stopped before power was turned off. Search Speed Speed control to search file can be adjusted (×4/×8...
Page 66 - Display
66 Setting and adju stin g MR-F30 Series Display Set the functions of the screen display. Subjects Explanations Contrast The screen brightness can be adjusted from “0” to “10.” Screen Saver If no button is pressed for a certain time, the screen saver is displayed to protect the screen.“On/Off”: Sets...
Page 67 - Timer
67 Setting and adju stin g MR-F30 Series Timer Set the timer functions. Watch Set the watch functions. Subjects Explanations Auto PWR Off The power can be set to turn off automatically when no button is pressed for a certain time (1min to 10min) in pause/stop mode. Sleep Mode When the set time (10mi...
Page 68 - System
68 Setting and adju stin g MR-F30 Series System Set the OS functions. Subjects Explanations Information You can view the OS version, memory capacity and available memory. Reset You can return all m:robe settings to the factory default status. Format You can delete stored files, etc, and format the f...
Page 69 - Additional information; Exterior; Cleaning
69 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series Additional information Exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the device is very dirty, wipe it using a cloth dampened with a diluted mild detergent and wrung tightly. If you used the device at the beach, clean it using a cloth dampened with fresh wate...
Page 70 - Keep the built-in battery out of the reach of children.; Notes when you dispose of your m:robe
70 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series Remove the built-in battery when you dispose of this product. Never disassemble this product except when disposing of it. • Do not allow the +/- terminals of the built-in battery to come in contact with metal objects, or subject the built-in battery to str...
Page 71 - How to remove the battery
71 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series How to remove the battery 1 Press and hold the button to turn off your m:robe if it is turned on. 2 Remove the four screws on the side of the organic EL display using a screwdriver. 3 Turn over your m:robe, then remove the front cover. MRF30_E.book Page 71...
Page 73 - Troubleshooting; Problem
73 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series Before sending the product for repair, refer to the following checklist to resolve the problem. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Olympus service center.In addition, be sure to back up the data in your m:robe before sending this product for re...
Page 75 - Rebooting your m:robe
75 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series Rebooting your m:robe If a problem persists after trying the suggested solution, rebooting your m:robe may solve the problem. Push a pointed object, such as a pen, into the RESET button. Tip Rebooting your m:robe does not delete data. MRF30_E.book Page 75 ...
Page 76 - Service and maintenance
76 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series • The product will come with a Warranty card. Make sure that the dealer name and purchase date are written or stamped on the warranty. If any of the necessary information is missing, contact the dealer. Please read through the Warranty card and store it in...
Page 77 - Specifications
77 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series m:robe Product name DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYER Model name MR-F30 Built-in battery Lithium-polymer rechargeable battery Weight Approx. 40 g (including battery) Dimensions 33.5 mm × 73.5 mm × 21 mm (W×H×D, protruding parts excluded) Display OLED (organic EL displa...
Page 79 - Menu list
79 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series Menu list MUSIC MODE EQ Play EQ NormalRock CurrentAll On On/Off Step Off NormalIntro Repeat Folder PlayMode JazzClassicPopWOWUser EQ1 RepeatRepeat AllRandomRandom All SRS WOW TrubassAdjust StudyMode User EQ2 User EQ1User EQ2 2sec5sec15sec30sec60sec Earphon...
Page 82 - Index
82 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series A Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Auto Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Auto PWR Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Auto Sync . . ...
Page 85 - Before you contact us
85 Additio n al info rmat ion MR-F30 Series • Confirm the following points before contacting us so that we can provide quick and accurate answers. • Please fill out this check sheet if you want to contact us by fax or mail.• Symptom, displayed messages, frequency, and other details of the problem: P...
