Rio Audio Forge Manuel d'utilisateur

Table of ContentsGetting StartedConnectionsSoftware SetupBasic OperationsAdvanced FeaturesHelpIndex

6Rio Forgeinvisible textDate ViewTime Code ViewTrack Format ViewTrack SizeTimeCodec and BitrateTrack TimeTrack Number/TotalNumber of TracksMonth/Day/Y

7Rio Forgenew pageFM Radio: Store PresetFM Radio: ManualFM Radio: PresetCurrent FrequencyPreset Station Slot(from left to right)Volume Indicator,Stro

8Rio ForgeChapter 2 Connections:: Basic ConnectionsThis chapter describes how to connect the Rio Forge to earphones, mini USB cables, and alternate de

9Rio ForgeAdditional AccessoriesGet the most out of your Rio Forge with additional accessories available online at the Rio website. Some of the most p

10Rio ForgeChapter 3 Software SetupSoftware SetupSoftware found on the Rio installation disc should be installed on a computer before using the Rio Fo

11Rio Forge:: WindowsFollow these instructions to load Rio Music Manager onto your PC.1 Place the installation CD label-side up into the computer’s CD

12Rio ForgeRio Music ManagerRio Music Manager is an all-in-one solution that can rip, encode, and manage entire collections of digital audio tracks. R

13Rio Forge:: Mac iTunesRio Forge is compatible with Macintosh OS X v10.2 systems using Apple’s iTunes 4.2 or greater. iTunes is free and available on

14Rio ForgeChapter 4 Basic Operations:: Basic OperationsEnjoying music on the Rio Forge is easy. Basic operations of the Rio Forge include:Copy Tracks

15Rio Forge:: Copy TracksCopying Tracks with Rio Music ManagerCopying tracks from Audio CDs involves two steps commonly known as ripping and encoding.

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16Rio Forge:: Transfer TracksRio Music ManagerTransferring tracks from the PC to the Rio Forge with the Rio Music Manager involves selecting tracks, t

17Rio ForgeTransferring Tracks using Windows ExplorerTransferring tracks from the PC to the Rio Forge using Windows Explorer is as easy as Copy and Pa

18Rio ForgeiTunes1 Launch iTunes.2 Connect the Rio Forge to a USB port on the computer.3 Power the Rio Forge on.4 Click Library in the iTunes Source f

19Rio Forge:: Control the PlayerThe controls on the Rio Forge work as follows:• POWERPress and hold to power the Rio Forge on or off.• MENUIn Player m

20Rio Forge:: Play MusicThe Rio Forge plays digital audio tracks in Player mode and FM radio in FM Tuner mode. Modes can be changed at anytime through

21Rio Forge:: Play MusicIn Player mode (the default mode), any track or preset customized Playlist can be played within a matter of sec-onds so you ca

22Rio ForgePlay AllFollow these steps to play all tracks on the Rio Forge:1 Press MENU.2 Select Play Music.3 Select Play All.AlbumTo play tracks from

23Rio ForgeGenreTo play tracks from a specific genre please follow these steps:1 Press MENU.2 Select Play Music.3 Select Genre.4 Select Play All, a sp

24Rio ForgePlaylistTo play tracks from playlists created in Rio Music Manager please follow these steps:1 Press MENU.2 Select Play Music.3 Select Play

25Rio Forge:: FM TunerTo access FM Tuner mode:1 Press MENU.2 Select FM Tuner.FM ControlManualPresetStore PresetFM ControlWhen in Tuner mode, the follo

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26Rio ForgeManualFollow these steps to enter the manual Tuner mode:1 Press MENU.2 Select Tuner.3 Press CENTER.Store PresetThe Rio Forge allows program

27Rio ForgeChapter 5 Advanced Features:: Advanced FeaturesAdvanced features of the Rio Forge include:BookmarksSettingsFM Record (Rio Forge 256 and 512

28Rio Forge:: BookmarksBookmarks store specific player settings, including the current running order, the current track, the current time position of

29Rio Forge:: SettingsRio Forge settings include:PlaybackEqualizerPowerResumeDisplayTimeLanguageFM TunerLock SetupTags

30Rio ForgePlaybackVarious playback settings can be set to modify the way the Rio Forge plays tracks. Tracks can be shuffled at ran-dom and/or repeate

31Rio ForgeEqualizer The sound of tracks played on the Rio Forge can be adjusted using various preset and fully customizable equalizer options. Equali

32Rio ForgePowerBy adjusting the Power settings the Rio Forge can conserve energy and extend the amount of playback time dur-ing each battery charge.

33Rio ForgeResumeUse the options in the Resume menu to set the track that the Rio Forge will play whenever it is powered on. 1 Press MENU.2 Select Set

34Rio ForgeDisplayUse the Display menu to adjust backlight and contrast settings.1 Press MENU.2 Select Settings.3 Select Display.4 Adjust Backlight op

35Rio ForgeTimeUse the options in the Time menu to set the Rio Forge’s internal clock. Time is set automatically every time tracks are transferred to

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36Rio ForgeLanguageThe Rio Forge menus can be set to display in one of five languages.1 Press MENU.2 Select Settings.3 Select Language.4 Select a Lang

37Rio ForgeFM TunerUse the options in the FM Tuner menu to set the Rio Forge’s FM radio settings. 1 Press MENU.2 Select Settings.3 Select FM Tuner.4 S

38Rio ForgeLock SetupUse the options in the Lock Setup menu to enable various controls when the lock is enabled. 1 Press MENU.2 Select Settings.3 Sele

39Rio ForgeTagsAdjust Tags menu settings if the Rio Forge displays random alphabet characters instead of the correct ID3 Tags.The Rio Forge supports L

40Rio Forge:: FM Record (Rio Forge 256 and 512 Only)Select to create, playback, or delete FM recordings on the Rio Forge 256 or 512. Recording ID3 Tag

41Rio Forge:: StopwatchUse the stopwatch to keep track of time-sensitive events while listening to music. 1 Press MENU.2 Select Stopwatch.Lap statisti

42Rio Forge:: AboutThe about screen displays information about the Rio Forge. Information includes the total amount of memory on the Rio Forge, the am

43Rio ForgeChapter 6 Help:: TroubleshootingCustomer Service InformationThe FAQs below will help you solve common issues with your player. If you do no

44Rio ForgeFrequently Asked QuestionsQuestion AnswerWhat size and type of external memory cards can my Rio Forge use?• The Rio Forge currently support

45Rio ForgeWill the Rio Forge play Variable Bitrate (VBR) files?• Yes. Because there are many standards for VBR files, it cannot be guaranteed that ev

1Rio ForgeChapter 1 Getting Started:: WelcomeThank you for purchasing the Rio Forge. The Rio Forge is a portable digital audio player that provides ma

46Rio ForgeWhat should I do if my Rio Forge is not detected by Rio Music Manager?• Your Rio Forge was designed to work with the version of Rio Music M

47Rio ForgeWhy would I ever want to reformat my Rio Forge?• If for any reason you suspect that your Rio player's file system has been corrupted,

48Rio ForgeWhy does my Rio Forge experience errors after I unplug the USB cable? •Removing a Mass Storage Class (MSC) compatible Rio player from a USB

49Rio ForgeCan I update the firmware on the Rio Forge?• Yes. If available, firmware for your Rio can be downloaded online.Note: Quit all applications

50Rio Forge:: Glossary of Digital Audio TermsBassBass is the particular low-range area of the sound spectrum where low musical notes and sounds are lo

51Rio ForgeFirmwareFirmware is the read-only software that is installed on the player. Like software it can be updated, but unlike software it can nev

52Rio ForgeRip and EncodeRip and encode refers to the process of extracting audio from a music CD (ripping) and encoding it into a compressed digital

53Rio Forge:: ECC, FCC, and Industry Canada ComplianceStatement of ComplianceThis product complies with Council Directive 89/336/EEC and Council Direc

54Rio Forge:: SafetyWarningTO REDUCE THE CHANCE OF SHOCK OR INJURY, DO NOT USE or OPERATE THIS DEVICE IN OR NEAR WATER OR WET LOCATIONS.CAUTIONRISK OF

55Rio ForgeIndexSymbols+/- Control 19AAbout 42Accessories 9Advanced Features 27Album 22Artist 22BBacklight 34Basic Operations 14Bassdefinition 50Batte

2Rio Forge:: Tour of the Rio ForgeMENUIn Player mode, press to enterMenu mode.In Menu mode, press to returnto Player mode.FORWARD andREVERSEPress to s

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3Rio Forgeinvisible textEARPHONESConnects to earphones,headphones, or auxiliaryconnections.USBConnects to the USB cable.VOLUME + and - Press to adjust

4Rio Forgeinvisible textOptional Memory CardThe Rio Forge supports optional SD andMMC memory sizes of 8MB - 1GB.AAA BatteryInsert AAA-battery. The Rio

5Rio Forge:: LCD OverviewRepeat Playback IndicatorShuffle Playback IndicatorLock IndicatorPower IndicatorPlayer ModeMenu TitleMenu ModeTrack Position