swimp3 2g user guide 11.11.11

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SwiMP3 2G

Instruction ManualPlease read through the entire instruction manual

before use. For more support information visit us at:

Support.FINISinc.com


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Table of Contents

About the SwiMP3 2G: 3Wearing the Device; Layout

Basic Functions: 6ON/OFF; Switch Songs; Switch Playlists;Volume Control

Additional Functions & Features: 8Play/Pause; Shuffle; Low Battery Indicator

Loading Songs:Manual Drag-and-Drop 10

Windows Media Player 12iTunes (Windows) 14iTunes (MAC) 17Importing from a CD 20

Charging 22

Safe Removal 24

Care, Tips & Updates: 25

Troubleshooting: 26Resetting; FAQs

Formatting 28

Customer Notes 30

Technical Support: 31

Customer Care; Safety;System Requirements

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About the SwiMP3 2G

The SwiMP3 2Gunderwater MP3 playerprovides an incredible audio experiencethrough its innovative Bone Conduction soundtransfer technology. When the device is placedon any bones of the skull (i.e. the cheek bonesor temple) it vibrates the audio directly into the

inner ear, bypassing the ear canal. Thusswimmers are able to clearly hear high-fidelitymusic underwater where no air is present!

Wearing the Device

Place the SwiMP3 2Gunder your gogglestrap so the unit is flush against yourhead.

It is recommended that the BoneConduction speakers be placed in front ofthe ear, resting against your temple bone,for ideal clarity.

As soon as you insert ear plugs orsubmerge your head underwater, you will

be surrounded by high-fidelity music!

Tip: Be careful not to bend or break the goggleclip and do no place the Bone Conductionspeakers over your ears.

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Device Layout

4

POWERPAUSE& PLAY

NEXT /VOL (+)

PREV /VOL ()

RESET

GREENINDICATOR

LIGHT


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GOGGLECLIPS

USBPLUG

BONECONDUCTION

SPEAKERS

USBCAP


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Basic Functions

To turn ON the SwiMP3 2G:

1) Press and hold the POWER button for 3seconds

2) The green indicator light will stay solid andonce off, the audio will begin to play

3) While ON the green indicator light willblink every 7 seconds

To turn OFF the SwiMP3 2G:

1) Press and hold the POWER button for 3seconds

2) The green indicator light will blink quicklyand the audio will turn off

To Switch Between Song Tracks:

1) When the unit is ON, press and release theNEXT or PREV buttons

2) If you are at the last song in a playlist andyou press the NEXT button, the first songin the next loaded playlist will begin to play

3) Similarly if you are at the first song in aplaylist and you press the PREV button,the last song in the previous playlist willbegin to play

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To Switch Between Song Playlists:

1) When the unit is ON, press both the NEXTand PREV buttons at the same time

2) The next playlist folder will begin playing,starting with the first song in that playlist

To Adjust the Volume:

1) When the unit is ON, press and hold theVOL (+) to steadily increase the volume

2) Or press and hold the VOL (-) to steadilydecrease the volume

3) When the desired volume level is reached,release the button

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Additional Functions & Features

PLAY and PAUSE:

1) To pause the song during playback, pressand release the PLAY/PAUSE button. Thegreen indicator light will then startflashing every 3 seconds indicating that

the unit is paused.2) To resume playback, press and release

the PLAY/PAUSE button again, andplayback will continue where you left off

3) If the player is paused for longer than 5minutes, it will automatically turn OFF tosave battery power

Shuffle Function:

1) To turn the Shuffle Function ON, press andrelease the PLAY and NEXT buttons at thesame time

2) The songs within the current playlistfolder will play at random

3) To switch playlists, press both the NEXTand PREV buttons at the same time. Thesongs in this next playlist will also play inrandom order.

4) The green indicator light will blink onceevery 5 seconds during playback while theShuffle Function is ON

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5) To turn the Shuffle Function OFF, pressand release the PLAY and PREV buttons atthe same time. The green indicator light

will blink once every 7 seconds whileplaying in normal mode.

Low Battery Indicator:

While the unit is ON, the green indicatorlight will flash once every 1.5 secondswhen the unit has a low battery

For protection, the unit will turn offautomatically if the battery level gets toolow

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Loading Song Files:Manual Drag-and-Drop

The easiest way to load songs on your player isto drag-and-drop MP3 or WMA music filesdirectly from your music library onto theSwiMP3 2G, just like a common USB thumbdrive:

1) As soon as you plug your SwiMP3 2G intoyour computers USB port, the computershould automatically recognize the playeras a new disk drive

a. PC Users: The new Removable DiskDrive will appear in the MyComputer menu

b. MAC Users: The new RemovableDisk Drive will appear on yourdesktop as NO NAME

2) Find your music library on your computerthat includes all your desired MP3 or WMAsong formats

3) Drag the desired songs or folders of songsonto the SwiMP3 2G Disk Drive

4) As soon as you drop the desired songsonto the new Disk Drive, the transfer willautomatically start and a status bar willappear showing the current progress

5) While transferring, the green indicatorlight on the SwiMP3 2G will flash rapidly

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6) To confirm that your songs have beensuccessfully copied to the SwiMP3 2G,open up the new SwiMP3 2G Disk Drive

and check that all of the intended songswere transferred

7) To delete songs from the player, open upthe SwiMP3 2G Disk Drive and delete thedesired songs or folders

Notes: The storage capacity of theSwiMP3 2G is

2GB, or around 500 song files Songs and playlist folders will play in the

order they are loaded on theSwiMP3 2GDisk Drive. If you would like a differentorder you can utilize the Shuffle Function

MP3 files will play before WMA files if bothtypes of audio files are loaded onto theSwiMP3 2G

All playlist folders must appear at thesame top level in theSwiMP3 2G DiskDrive in order to play properly

Be sure to remove any sub folders (suchas album title or artist) from a playlistfolder or else audio files in that sub folderwill not play

For Windows Vista and 7 users, MyComputer will be titled Computer

Visual walkthroughs are available athttp://Support.FINISinc.com

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Loading Song Files:Windows Media Player for PC

You can choose to load audio files to yourSwiMP3 2G through the Windows MediaPlayer program on a PC. With the SwiMP3 2Gplugged into your computer, the new Disk Driveshould automatically be recognized in the

Windows Media Player menu:

1) Open the Windows Media Player musiclibrary

2) Left-click your SwiMP3 2G Disk Drivethat appears on the left-hand side (HSUSB Flash Disk) and choose AdvancedOptions from the menu.

3) If you choose to rename your device, youmay do so, if not then uncheck the CreateFolder Hierarchy option and click OK.

4) Click on the Sync tab and then select thedesired songs or playlists you want toupload to the player. Drag them onto thenew SwiMP3 2G Disk Drive (located onthe right).

5) Press the Start Sync button as soon asall songs are setup for transfer

6) You will be able to watch the progress ofthe transfer and be notified uponcompletion

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Notes: After loading songs using Windows Media

Player, an automated .xml document will

appear on theSwiMP3 2G Disk Drive. DoNOTdelete this .xml document unlessremoving all the songs from the player.

Protected audio files doNOTplay on theSwiMP3 2G. You can check the Media

Usage Rights by right-clicking on thedesired song and choosing properties.

Visual walkthroughs are available athttp://Support.FINISinc.com

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Loading Song Files:iTunes (Windows PC)

You can choose to load audio files to yourSwiMP3 2G through the iTunes program on aPC. However, before we can load songs directlyonto the player, we need to set-up your iTunes.

Allowing iTunes to Convert:

1) With the iTunes program open, left-clickyour Main Music Library (located on theleft under library) to highlight

2) Once highlighted, go to your Edit tab(located at the top left of your iTunesscreen) and select Preferences

3) Under your General tab, select theImport Settings button (located in themiddle-right of your current screen)

4) Change your Import Using options fromAAC Encoder to MP3 Encoder

5) Left-click OK to exit Import Settings andanother OK to exit Preferences

Changing your View:

1) With your Music Library still highlighted,go to your View tab (located at the top

left of your iTunes screen) and select AsList

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2) Go back to your View tab and selectView Options

3) Under View Options, make sure to onlyhave the following five (5) options checked:

a. Artistb. Albumc. Genred. Kinde. Time4) Left-click OK to exit View Options

5) You should now see a new column namedKind

Converting your AAC Audio Files into MPEGAudio Files:

1) Right-click your desired track and selectCreate MP3 Version

2) You will notice that a second copy of thatsong will be created as a MPEG audio file

Loading Songs onto your SwiMP3 2G:

1) In a separate window, open up theSwiMP3 2G Disk Drive (located in MyComputer)

2) In your iTunes Music Library select yourdesired songs that are in the converted

MPEG audio format

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Loading Song Files:iTunes (MAC)

You can choose to load audio files to yourSwiMP3 2G through the iTunes program on aMAC. However, before we can load songsdirectly onto the player, we need to set-up youriTunes.

Allowing your iTunes to Convert:

1) With the iTunes program open, single-click your Main Music Library (located on

the left under library) to highlight2) Once highlighted, go to your iTunes tab

(located at the top left of your iTunesscreen) and select Preferences

3) Under your General tab, select theImport Settings button (located in themiddle-right of your current screen)

4) Change your Import Using options fromAAC Encoder to MP3 Encoder

5) Single-click OK to exit Import Settingsand another OK to exit Preferences

Changing your View:

1) With your Music Library still highlighted,go to your View tab (located at the top

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left of your iTunes screen) and select AsList

2) Go back to your View tab and selectView Options

3) Under View Options make sure to onlyhave the following five (5) options checked:

a. Artistb. Albumc. Genred. Kinde. Time

4) Single-click OK to exit View Options5) You should now see a new column named

Kind

Converting your AAC Audio Files into MPEGAudio Files:

1) Single-click your desired track2) Once highlighted, go to your Advancedmenu tab (located at the top left of youriTunes screen) and select Create MP3Version

3)

You will notice that a second copy of thatsong will be created as a MPEG audio file

Loading Songs onto your SwiMP3 2G:

1) On your desktop, open up the SwiMP3 2GDisk Drive (No Name)

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2) In your iTunes Music Library select yourdesired songs that are in the convertedMPEG audio format

3) Drag-and-drop or copy/paste the selectedsongs onto your SwiMP3 2G Disk Drive

Notes:

Protected AAC Audio Files doNOTplay onthe SwiMP3 2G andCANNOTbeconverted to a playable format due toMedia Usage Rights

Most Purchased AAC Audio Files can beconverted to MPEG, but a few olderPurchased AAC Audio Files will notconvert

Visual walkthroughs are available at

http://Support.FINISinc.com

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Loading Song Files:Importing from a CD

You can choose to load audio files to yourSwiMP3 2G by importing the files from a CD.There are several easy methods that willaccomplish the import.

Drag-and-Drop CD Files:

1) Insert your CD into your computersCD/DVD drive and open up the drive toview the song files

2) In a separate window, open up theSwiMP3 2G Disk Drive3) Select the desired songs from CD and

drag-and-drop them onto the SwiMP32G Disk Drive

Importing CD Files with Windows Media Player

1) Open Windows Media Player2) Insert your CD into your computers

CD/DVD drive3) Click on the Rip menu tab and check the

desired songs from the CD4) Press the Start Rip button as soon as

you are done selecting your desired songs

5)

You will be able to watch the importprogress and be notified when completed

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6) Ripped songs will be located in yourLibrary tab.

7) Follow the steps on page 12 to load thesongs from your Windows Media Playerlibrary onto your SwiMP3 2G

Importing CD Files with iTunes

1) Open the iTunes program on yourcomputer

2) Before inserting your CD into yourcomputers CD/DVD drive, make sure youhave properly setup your iTunespreferences (PC users refer to pages 14-16 and MAC users refer to pages 17-19)

3) Insert the CD and iTunes will prompt youto import the CD files; choose YES

4) You will be able to see the import progress5) Imported songs will be added to yourMusic Library6) PC users, follow the steps on pages 14-16

to load songs from you iTunes library ontoyour SwiMP3 2G

7) MAC users, follow the steps on pages 17-19 to load songs from your iTunes libraryonto your SwiMP3 2G

Note: If your iTunes preferences were notchanged prior to importing the CD, you will

need to convert your song files into MPEG audiofiles before loading onto the SwiMP3 2G

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Charging

1) Pull the cap off the USB connector2) Make sure both the USB connector and

the SwiMP3 2G are completely drybefore connecting

3) Insert the exposed USB connector into oneof the USB ports on your computer or into

a USB wall charger. Make sure theconnector is properly oriented so that thecontact points are lined up to create asecure connection (FINIS logo should befacing up or to the right when connected to

the USB port)4) The SwiMP3 2Gs internal Lithium-ionbattery will constantly charge through theUSB Port

5) A full charge should take approximatelythree (3) hours, and provide at least eight

(8) hours of playback6) While charging through a computer or

wall charger, the green indicator light willflash at a slow pace

7) Safely remove the SwiMP3 2G when thecharge is complete

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Notes: MAC users willNOThave a flashing green

indicator light, rather it will be a solid

green while charging After you plug the SwiMP3 2G into a USB

port, your computer should automaticallyrecognize the device as a new disk drivefor you to load songs and charge

During song loading, the device willconstantly be charging

IMPORTANT: If your computer goes into astandby/sleep mode, your SwiMP3 2G is NOTcharging

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Safe Removal

When all your song files are completelytransferred over to the SwiMP3 2G, it is highlyrecommended that you safely remove thedevice from your computer by following thesteps below:

MAC1) Simply grab the SwiMP3 2G Disk Drive

(NO NAME) icon that appeared on yourdesktop and drag it into the trash can

2) This will eject the drive, making theSwiMP3 2G safe to unplug

Windows1) Left -click the Remove Hardware icon

located in the system tray at the bottomright of your screen

2) A window containing a list of the USBdevices will appear. Left-click on theSafely Remove Mass Storage Device linethat matches the SwiMP3 2G Disk Drive

3) The SwiMP3 2G can now be safelyunplugged from the USB port

Tip: You can also right-click the SwiMP3 2GDisk Drive and select Safely Remove from themenu

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Care, Tips & Updates

Cleaning and Storing:

Rinse the SwiMP3 2G with clean waterafter every use. Be sure to take the USBcap off and rinse the USB plug as well.

Pat dry and store in a safe, cool, and dryenvironment

Do NOT place the SwiMP3 2G in directsunlight to dry. This will cause damage tothe casing, battery, and USB.

Helpful Tips:

Wearing ear plugs will not only blocknoises you hear above the water, but it willalso enhance the music quality whileswimming

The SwiMP3 2G is best heardunderwater where no air is present.

The ideal bone conduction speakerplacement is in front of the ear and NOTover the ears. Another placement would

be closest to your temple.

Firmware UpdatesYour SwiMP3 2G is updateable. If we launchnew features or bug fixes, we will create a newfirmware download on FINISinc.com. Checkregularly to confirm your firmware is current.

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Troubleshooting

Resetting your SwiMP3 2G

For troubleshooting purposes, it may behelpful to reset your player by simplypressing the RESET button (the depressedbutton with the black dot)

The SwiMP3 2G will automatically turnOFF. When you turn it back ON, playbackwill start from the beginning

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. My SwiMP3 2Gbattery is draining fasterthan 8 hours. Is there something wrong with it?A. Sometimes the battery still runs on a smallcharge after shutting down the SwiMP3 2G.

To turn the unit completely "OFF", press andhold the ON/OFF button until the unit shutsdown. Then press the RESET button. After youpress the RESET button, you will notice a quickflash a few seconds later. This flash indicates

that the unit is completely powered down andyour battery will last longer.

Q. Is my SwiMP3 2G compatible with iTunes?A. Yes, you can use iTunes to store your musicas well as convert songs before loading themonto the SwiMP3 2G. See pages 14-19.

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Formatting the SwiMP3 2G

Formatting the SwiMP3 2G can help withplayback issues and corrupt files. Note thatduring formatting, any songs that are currentlyloaded on the player will be deleted. The stepstaken to format the SwiMP3 2G depend on thetype of computer you are using.

Formatting on a PC:

1) Plug in your SwiMP3 2G into your PC andopen My Computer

2)

Right-click your SwiMP3 2G drive whichis located under Devices with RemovableStorage

3) Choose Format from the menu4) In the Format window, change the File

System to FAT

5) Once you click on the Start button, you willbe prompted a warning that formattingwill erase all data on the device, click OK

6) Once this initial formatting is complete,repeat steps 1-5 but change the File

System back to FAT32.7) Once the 2nd formatting is complete, closethe Format window and reload your songs

Note: For Windows Vista and Windows 7 users,My Computer will be titled Computer

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Formatting on a MAC:

1) Plug in your SwiMP3 2G into your MACand locate the NO NAME icon thatappears on your desktop

2) Open you open NO NAME, chooseApplications from the menu on the left

3) In the Applications window, locate theUtilities folder and open it4) In the Utilities window, locate the DiskUtility folder and open it

5) In the Disk Utility window, click on yourNO NAME drive located in the menu toyour left

6) New information will appear in the middleof the display, and you should choose theERASE tab

7) In the Erase tab, change the VolumeFormat to MS DOS File System

8) Once you click on the Erase button, youwill be prompted a warning; click OK9) Once the format is complete, close the

window and reload your songs

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Customer Notes

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Technical Support

Customer CareFeel free to contact us directly if you have anyquestions or concerns. Our support website isthe best source for walkthroughs andtroubleshooting tips:

Toll Free: 800-388-7404 Email: [email protected] Web: http://Support.FINISinc.com

Safety Only use attachments and accessories asspecified by the manufacturer.

The SwiMP3 2G is safe to use in and aroundwater. It is waterproof up to approximately 3meters or 10 feet and can be used safely inswimming pools, lakes, oceans, or any body offresh or salt water. It should NOT be used forany type of SCUBA, free, or skin diving and maymalfunction or fail beyond its maximum depth of3m/10 ft.

Keep the SwiMP3 2G out of reach of children.Certain parts may create choking hazards.

All users of this product assume risk resultingfrom its use. Whether proximate or remote,there may be a rest of injury. Neithermanufacturer nor seller of this product assumesany liability.

If new to an exercise program, consult aphysician for precautions before using.

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System Requirements 35 MB available hard drive space At least 512MB of RAM

USB 2.0 Port Internet connection recommended

Windows Intel Pentium III or faster processor Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Server

2003, Windows Vista (including 64-biteditions) or Windows 7

Macintosh Intel Core Duo or faster processor Mac OS X 10.4, 10.5, or 10.6

SwiMP3 is a license of FINIS, inc.Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, and WindowsVista are registered trademarks of MicrosoftCorporation in the United States and/or other

countries. Intel and Pentium are trademarks orregistered trademarks of Intel Corporation.Macintosh, Mac, Mac OS, and iTunes are trademarksof Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and othercountries.

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