VocoPro MP3 Player RECODE 1 User Manual

 
 
 
 
 
RECODE-1  
Portable Analog to Digital Mp3 Recorder with  
Anti-Distort Technology  
 
Table of Contents  
Safety Instructions  
FCC Information  
Listening for a Lifetime  
Welcome  
4
6
8
9
Features  
Features  
10  
Connections  
Memory  
Getting Started  
Getting Started  
Returns and Warranty  
11  
12  
15  
Getting Connected  
Connecting a Source to the RECODE-1  
RECODE-1 Playback Mode  
Recording with the RECODE-1  
Utilizing Expandable SD Memory  
Connecting the RECODE-1 to a PC or  
MAC Computer  
Descriptions & Functions  
Front Panel  
Rear Panel  
Bottom Panel  
Top Panel  
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Troubleshooting  
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Safety Instructions  
CAUTION  
RISK OF SHOCK  
4. Follow Instructions - All operat-  
ing and use instructions should  
be followed.  
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of  
electric shock, do not remove cover  
(or back). No user-serviceable parts  
inside. Only refer servicing to quali-  
fied service personnel.  
5. Attachments - Do not use attach  
ments not recommended by the  
product manufacturer as they  
may cause hazards.  
6. Water & Moisture - Do not use  
this unit near water. For example,  
near a bathtub or in a wet base-  
ment and the like.  
Explanation of Graphical Symbols  
The lightning flash &  
arrowhead symbol, within  
an equilateral triangle, is  
intended to alert you to  
the presence of danger  
7. Carts & Stands - The appliance  
should be used only with a cart  
or stand that is recommended  
by the manufacturer.  
The exclamation point  
within an equiliteral  
triangle is intended to  
alert you to the presence  
of important operating  
and servicing instructions.  
7 A. - An appliance and cart  
combination should be  
moved with care. Quick  
stops, excessive force,  
& uneven surface may cause an  
over turn.  
WARNING  
8. Ventilation - The appliance should  
be situated so its location does  
not interfere with its proper  
ventilation. For example, the appli-  
ance should not be situated on  
a bed, sofa, rug, or similar sur-  
face that may block the ventilation  
slots.  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric  
shock, do not expose this unit to  
rain or moisture.  
1. Read Instructions - All the safety  
and operating instructions should  
be read before the appliance is  
operated.  
9. Heat - The appliance should be  
situated away from heat sources  
such as radiators, heat registers,  
stoves, or other appliances  
(including amplifiers) that produce  
heat.  
2. Retain Instructions - The safety  
and operating instructions should  
be retained for future reference.  
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on  
the appliance and in the operating  
instructions should be adhered  
to.  
10. Power Sources - The appliance  
should be connected to a power  
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Safety cont.  
power supply only of the type  
described in the operating  
instructions or as marked on  
the appliance.  
17. Damage Requiring Service  
- The appliance should be ser-  
viced by qualified service person-  
nel when:  
11. Grounding or Polarization  
- Precautions should be taken  
so that the grounding or polar-  
ization means of an appliance is  
not defeated  
A. The power supply cord or plug  
has been damaged; or  
B. Objects have fallen into the  
appliance; or  
C. The appliance has been exposed  
to rain; or  
D. The appliance does not appear  
to operate normally or exhibits a  
marked change in performance;  
or  
E. The appliance has been  
dropped, or the enclosure  
damaged.  
12. Power-Cord Protection -  
Power-supply cords should be  
routed so that they are not likely  
to be walked on or pinched by  
items place upon or against  
them, paying particular atten-  
tion to cords at plugs, conve-  
nience receptacles, and the  
point where they exit from the  
appliance.  
18. Servicing - The user should not  
attempt to service the appliance  
beyond that described in the  
operating instructions. All other  
servicing should be referred to  
qualified service personnel.  
13. Cleaning - Unplug this unit from  
the wall outlet before cleaning.  
Do not use liquid cleaners or  
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp  
cloth for cleaning.  
Note:  
14. Power Liines - An outdoor  
antenna should be located away  
from power lines.  
To CATV system installer’s (U.S.A.):  
This reminder is provided to call the  
CATV system installer’s attention to  
Article 820-40 of the NEC that pro-  
vides guidelines for proper grounding  
and, in particular, specifies that the  
cable ground shall be connected as  
close to the point of cable entry as  
practical.  
15. Non-use Periods - The power  
cord of the appliance should be  
unplugged from the outlet when  
left unused for a long period  
of time.  
16. Object & Liquid Entry - Care  
should be taken so that objects  
do not fall and liquids are not  
spilled into the enclosure  
through openings.  
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FCC Information (U.S.A.)  
1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO  
NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!: This  
product, when installed as indicated  
in the instructions contained in this  
manual, meets FCC requirements.  
Modifications not expressly approved  
by Vocopro may void your authority,  
granted by the FCC, to use this  
product.  
which can be determined by turning  
the unit “Off” and “On”, please try to  
eliminate the problem by using one  
of the following measures:  
Relocate either this product or the  
device that is being affected by the  
interference.  
Use power outlets that are on differ-  
ent branch (circuit breaker or fuse)  
circuits or install AC line filter(s).  
2. IMPORTANT: When connecting  
this product to accessories and/or  
another product use only high quality  
shielded cables. Cable(s) supplied  
with this product MUST be used.  
Follow all installation instructions.  
Failure to follow instructions could  
void your FCC authorization to use  
this product in the U.S.A.  
In the case of radio or TV nterfer-  
ence, relocate/reorient the  
antenna. If the antenna lead-in is  
300-ohm ribbon lead, change the  
lead-in to coaxial type cable.  
If these corrective measures do not  
produce satisfactory results, please  
contact your local retailer authorized  
to distribute VocoPro products. If  
you can not locate the appropriate  
retailer, please contact VocoPro,  
1728 Curtiss Court, La Verne, CA  
91750.  
3. NOTE: This product has been  
tested and found to comply with the  
requirements listed in FCC Regula-  
tions, Part 15 for Class “B” digital  
devices. Compliance with these  
requirements provides a reasonable  
level of assurances that your use  
of this product in a residential en-  
vironment will not result in harmful  
interference with other electronic  
devices. This equipment gener-  
ates/uses radio frequencies and, if  
not installed and used according to  
the instructions found in the owner’s  
manual, may cause interference  
harmful to the operation of other  
electronic devices. Compliance with  
FCC regulations does not guarantee  
that interference will not occur in all  
installations. If this product is found  
to be the source of interference,  
CAUTION:  
The apparatus is not disconnected  
from the AC power source so long  
as it is connected to the wall outlet,  
even if the apparatus itself is turned  
off. To fully insure that the apparatus  
is indeed fully void if residual power,  
leave unit disconnected from the AC  
outlet for at least fifteen seconds.  
CAUTION:  
READ THIS BEFORE OPERATIING  
YOUR UNIT  
1. To ensure the finest performance  
please read this manual carefully.  
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FCC Information cont.  
Keep it in a safe place for future  
reference.  
of power even when the power  
switch is turned off. We recom-  
mend that you unplug the power  
cord from the wall outlet if the  
unit is not going to be used for a  
long time. This will save electricity  
and help prevent fire hazards. To  
disconnect the cord, pull it out  
by grasping the plug. Never pull  
the cord itself.  
2. Install your unit in a cool, dry,  
clean place - away from windows,  
heat sources, and too much  
vibration, dust, moisture or cold.  
Avoid sources of hum (transform-  
ers, v motors). To prevent fire  
or electrical shock, do not expose  
to rain and water.  
10. To prevent lightning damage,  
pull out the power cord and  
remove the antenna cable  
during an electrical storm.  
3. Do not operate the unit up side-  
down.  
4. Never open the cabinet. If a  
foreign object drops into the set,  
contact your dealer.  
11. The general digital signals may  
interfere with other equipment  
such as tuners or receivers.  
Move the system farther away  
from such equipment if interfer-  
ence is observed.  
5. Place the unit in a location with  
adequate air circulation. Do not  
interfere with its proper ventila-  
tion; this will cause the internal  
temperature to rise and may  
result in a failure.  
NOTE.  
Please check the copyright laws in  
your country before recording from  
records, compact discs, radio, etc.  
Recording of copyrighted material  
may infringe copyright laws.  
6. Do not use force on switches,  
knobs or cords. When moving  
the unit, first turn the unit off.  
Then gently disconnect the power  
plug and the cords connecting to  
other equipment. Never pull the  
cord itself.  
Voltage Selector (General Model  
Only)  
Be sure to position the voltage  
selector to match the voltage of your  
local power lines before installing  
the unit.  
7. Do not attempt to clean the unit  
with chemical solvents: this might  
damage the finish. Use a clean,  
dry cloth.  
8. Be sure to read the “Trouble-  
shooting” section on common  
operating errors before conclud  
ing that your unit is faulty.  
110V  
9. This unit consumes a fair amount  
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Listening for a Lifetime  
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only  
the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can  
maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. VocoPro and the  
Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to  
get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets  
the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion  
and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.  
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to a  
higher volume of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and  
harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a  
safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.  
To establish a safe level:  
• Start your volume control at a low setting.  
• Slowly increase the sound until you hear it comfortably and clearly,  
and without distortion.  
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:  
• Set the dial and leave it there.  
• Pay attention to the different levels in various recordings.  
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in  
the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.  
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and  
enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until  
it is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s  
Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to  
excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.  
Some common decibel ranges:  
The following noises can be dangerous  
under contant exposure:  
Level  
Example  
30  
Quiet library, Soft whis-  
pers  
Living room, Refrigera-  
tor, Bedroom away from  
traffic  
Light traffic, Normal  
Conversation  
Air Conditioner at 20  
ft., Sewing machine  
Vacuum cleaner, Hair  
dryer, Noisy Restaurant  
Average city traffic,  
Garbage disposals,  
Alarm clock at 2 ft.  
Level  
90  
Example  
Subway, Motorcycle, Truck  
traffic, Lawn Mower  
Garbage truck, Chainsaw,  
Pneumatics drill  
Rock band concert in front of  
speakers  
40  
100  
120  
50  
60  
70  
80  
140  
180  
Gunshot blast, Jet plane  
Rocket launching pad  
- Information courtesy of the  
Deafness Research Foundation  
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Welcome  
Thank you for purchasing the RECODE-1 from VocoPro, the singer’s ulti-  
mate choice. With years of experience in the music entertainment business,  
VocoPro is a leading manufacturer of Karaoke equipment, and has been pro-  
viding patrons of bars, churches, schools, clubs and individual consumers the  
opportunity to sound like a star with full-scale club models, in-home systems  
and mobile units. All our products offer solid performance and sound reliabil-  
ity, and to further strengthen our commitment to customer satisfaction, we  
have customer service and technical support professionals ready to assist you  
with your needs. We have provided some contact information for you below.  
VocoPro  
1728 Curtiss Court  
La Verne, CA 91750  
Toll Free: 800-678-5348  
TEL: 909-593-8893  
FAX: 909-593-8890  
VocoPro Company E-mail Directory  
Customer Service & General Information  
Tech Support  
Remember Our Website  
Be sure to visit the VocoPro Website www.vocopro.com for the latest infor-  
mation on new products, packages and promos. And while you’re there don’t  
forget to check out our Club VocoPro for Karaoke news and events, chat  
rooms, club directories and even a Service directory!  
We look forward to hearing you sound like a PRO, with VocoPro, the singer’s  
ultimate choice.  
FOR YOUR RECORDS  
Please record the model number and serial number below, for easy refer-  
ence, in case of loss or theft. These numbers are located on the rear panel  
of the unit. Space is also provided for other relevant information.  
Model Number  
Serial Number  
Date of Purchase  
Place of Purchase  
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Features  
Features:  
• 512 MB Internal Memory - Expandable with  
SD Memory Card Reader (SD Card Not  
Incuded)  
• Anti-Distort Technology ensures flawless  
recording  
• Includes RCA to Stereo Cables  
• Review your Mp3 recordings instantly with the  
included Headphones  
• Includes Carrying Bag  
Connections:  
• Audio Input: Stereo Line-in  
• Audio Output: 1/8” headphone/line-out jack  
• PC Connection: USB  
Memory:  
• Internal 512 MB, Expandable via SD Card  
(SD Card Not Included)  
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Getting Started  
Thank you for purchasing the RECODE-1. Take a few  
minutes to look through this manual. Before setting  
up, please make sure the following accessories are  
included.  
• RECODE-1 recorder/media player (1)  
• CARRYING BAG for RECODE-1 (1)  
• HEADPHONES (1)  
• RCA to 1/8” Stereo Cable (2)  
 
 
 
 
 
Returns and Warranty  
In the unlikely event that the RECODE-1 would need  
to be shipped for repair, it is recommended that  
you keep all the product packaging and receipt. For  
detailed warranty information, please visit www.  
vocopro.com/warranty_extended.html. To nd a  
VocoPro Authorized Service Center near you, please  
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Getting Connected  
Connecting a Source to the RECODE-1  
What you will need:  
• RCA to 1/8” Stereo Cable (Included)  
• Mixer or Audio Output Device  
1. Connect one end of the cable to the output  
of your mixer  
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the  
INPUT of the RECODE-1  
Mixer  
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Getting Connected cont.  
RECODE-1 Playback Mode  
What you will need:  
• 1/8” to RCA Cable  
• Headphones  
You are able to immediately review your tracks on  
the RECODE-1 as soon as the recording is com-  
plete  
Using Headphones:  
 
1. Connect the head  
phones to the HEAD-  
PHONE/LINE OUT  
jack at the base of  
the RECODE-1  
2. Press PLAY to enable  
playback and review  
your track. Use the  
PREV/NEXT to re-  
turn to or skip ahead  
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button to end play  
back mode.  
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Getting Connected cont.  
Using 1/8” to RCA Cable:  
1. Connect the end of the 1/8” cable to the  
HEADPHONE/LINE OUT on the RECODE-1’s  
base and connect the RCA end to an input  
device such as a STEREO/MIXER or AMP.  
Mixer  
 
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Recording with the RECODE-1  
The RECODE-1 has 512 MB of internal memory  
that will provide approximately 8 hours of available  
time (128 kbps).  
1. Power on the RECODE-1 by holding the POWER  
button, hold until POWER LED lights up  
2. Ensure that the RECODE-1 is connected to your  
source via the included 1/8” to RCA cable  
3. Hold the RECORD button to initiate recording  
mode, the RECORD INDICATOR will blink, and  
then press PLAY to start recording.  
4. Stop the recording with the STOP function and  
power the unit OFF.  
Your source will be recorded as a 128  
kbps Mp3 file. If the memory limit is reached  
before recording is manually ended, the  
RECODE-1 will stop recording and automati-  
cally save your file. It is recommended that  
you replace the battery before beginning a  
new recording session.  
If additional memory is required, utilize expandable  
SD Memory Card (Not Included)  
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Recording cont.  
Utilizing Expandable SD Memory  
• SD Memory Card (Not Included)  
1. Ensure that the RECODE-1  
 
is OFF  
2. Insert your SD Memory  
Card into the slot on the  
bottom of the RECODE-1  
3. The RECODE-1 will now  
record directly to the SD  
Memory Card  
4. When removing the card  
from the RECODE-1,  
ensure that the power is  
OFF. To remove the SD  
card, press the card in  
to eject.  
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Recording cont.  
Connecting the RECODE-1 to a PC or  
MAC Computer  
What you will need:  
• PC (WINDOWS XP) or MAC (OSX) computer with  
USB inputs  
1. Press and Slide open the USB connector on the  
RECODE-1  
2. Connect to a USB INPUT on your PC or MAC  
computer  
3. The RECODE-1 will appear as a single drive if  
there is no SD card present, two drives will  
appear if there is an SD card present.  
4. Use your file manager to drag and drop files on  
and off the RECODE-1. Recordings made by the  
RECODE-1 will be stored in the RECORD folder.  
Each file will appear as RECXXXX.MP3.  
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Descriptions & Functions  
FRONT VIEW  
1. POWER - Hold the POWER button to turn the  
unit on or off. The POWER INDICATOR will be lit  
green if the unit is on.  
2. RECORD - Hold the RECORD button to initiate  
recording mode, the RECORD INDICATOR will  
blink, and then press PLAY to start recording.  
3. PLAY - Enable playback mode to review recorded  
Mp3 files  
4. STOP - Stops recording mode or playback  
5. PREV/NEXT - Press PREV to jump to the  
previous track and NEXT to jump to the next  
track.  
6. POWER INDICATOR - This will be lit green to  
indicate when the unit is powered on.  
7. PLAY INDICATOR - This will be lit orange to  
indicate when playback mode is enabled. It will  
also be lit during record mode.  
8. RECORD INDICATOR - This will be lit red to  
indicate record mode is enabled.  
9. VOLUME LEVEL INDICATOR - These lights  
indicate the volume output level of the RECODE-1.  
The volume is at the maximum level when all of  
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Descriptions cont.  
the red lights are lit. The level indicator will stay lit  
after power on if battery power is low.  
 
 
 
 
 
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Descriptions cont.  
REAR VIEW  
10. BATTERY COMPARTMENT - Slide the cover  
upwards to reveal the compartment for the  
single AAA battery.  
LEFT SIDE VIEW  
11. USB SLIDER - Slide this upwards to reveal the  
USB connector for transferring files to or from  
your computer.  
12. VOLUME CONTROL - Press the + side of the  
button to  
 
increase the  
volume output,  
press the -  
to decrease  
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Descriptions cont.  
BOTTOM VIEW  
13. HEADPHONE JACK/LINE OUT - Connect the  
included headphones or 1/8” to RCA line to  
connect to any RCA input capable device.  
14. SD CARD SLOT - Insert an SD memory card  
here to expand the RECODE-1’s memory. To  
remove the card, press the card in to release  
it.  
TOP VIEW  
15. LINE INPUT - Connect the 1/8” to RCA line  
from your source here.  
16. USB - The USB connection allows you to  
transfer Mp3 files to or from your computer.  
 
 
 
 
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Troubleshooting  
1. Recode-1 will not save new recordings  
Ensure that the internal & SD memory card  
are not completely full.  
2. Recording file is corrupt & will not play  
Replace the battery with a new one.  
The battery may have been too weak, replace  
prior to your next recording.  
3. Recording file cuts off unexpectedly during  
playback  
The memory on the RECODE-1 filled up before  
you ended the recording session. Clear the  
memory prior to your next session. Also, use  
the expandable SD Memory for increased  
storage.  
4. There is no audio out in the headphones  
Check to confirm that the headphones are  
plugged into the HEADPHONE/LINE OUT jack.  
Make sure that the power is on and playback  
mode is enabled.  
Check the battery, you may need to replace  
with a brand new one.  
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Troubleshooting cont.  
5. The recording sounds too loud or too  
quiet when it is played back  
Check the volume level of the RECODE-1 and  
set it to a satisfactory setting.  
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