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Lyra Portable
Multi-Media
Recorder
User’s Guide
X3000
(Rev 1.0)
Changing Entertainment. Again.
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Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not CAUTION remove cover (or back). No user serviceable To reduce the risk of fi re or RISK OF ELECTRIC parts inside. Refer servicing to qualifi ed service electric shock, do not expose this SHOCK DO NOT OPEN personnel. product or AC charger to rain or moisture. This symbol indicates This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the important instructions product that presents a risk of accompanying the product.
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Important Information End-User License Agreement IMPORTANT-READ CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) is a legal agreement between you and Thomson Inc. (“Thomson”) for the RCA Lyra Audio/Video Device application/driver software program and associated documentation, if any (“Program”). ACKNOWLEDGMENT BY INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE OR CLICKING ON THE ACCEPTANCE BUTTON OF THE SOFTWARE, COPYING OR OTHERWISE USING THE PROGRAM, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS AG
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Important Information OWNERSHIP RIGHTS All title and intellectual property rights in and to the Program and any copies thereof are owned by Thomson or its suppliers. All title and intellectual property rights in and to the content which may be accessed through use of the Program is the property of the respective content owner and may be protected by applicable copyright or other intellectual property laws and treaties. This license grants you no rights to use such content. LIMITATION OF LIAB
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GOVERNING LAW This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Indiana, U.S.A. without regard to its confl ict of laws. GENERAL TERMS This Agreement can only be modifi ed by a written agreement signed by you and Thomson, and changes from the terms and conditions of this Agreement made in any other manner will be of no effect. If any portion of this Agreement shall be held invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the validity, legality, and enforceability of the remainder of the Agreement shall
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before You Begin Things to consider before you get started... ......................................................................................................................3 Computer System Requirements ...................................................................................................................................3 Caution While Driving .........................................................................................................
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Table of Contents Audio/Video Settings Menu .........................................................................................................................................25 Clock Settings Menu .....................................................................................................................................................26 Chapter 4: Playing Files........................................................................................................................
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin Things to consider before you get started... This user’s guide refl ects features implemented in the current version of the Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder software/fi rmware. Please visit www.rca.com/digitalaudiodownloads for more information about the latest software and updates available for your device. To fi nd out which version of software your device is using, select Setup from the main menu, then press the down arrow button to highlight About Lyra, and pres
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e r a w t f o S t n e m Chapter 1: Before You Begin Things to consider before you get started... (continued) Important Battery Information The battery used in this device may present a risk of fi re or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not separately recharge, disassemble, heat above 100ºC (212ºF), or incinerate. Do not attempt to open the unit. No user serviceable parts inside. Do not disassemble or dispose product in fi re. Use only the specifi ed chargers which were packaged with the pr
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin What you want to do Go to page... The items below are four main features of the Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder. Video 29 Recording video 30 Transferring video 31 Playing video Audio If you already have Yahoo! Music Engine or a program to create mp3 fi les Recording audio 34 Transferring audio fi les 36 Playing audio 37 If you’re a fi rst time Lyra user 13 Install software Photos 40 Transferring photo fi les 40 Viewing photo fi les Audible 44 Playin
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin Overview of buttons and jacks The following pages explain what each button does — some of the buttons have more than one functi on depending upon whether or not you’re playing music, videos, or viewing photos. 2 3 4 5 1 6 7 8 9 Front View 1. Remote control sensor 2. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen – This is where the Lyra’s user interface and multimedia content appear. 3. Left arr ow button – Moves highlight left. When you’re playing a fi le, press and releas
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin STAND RELEASE MIC Stand RECORD ON/OFF BACK STAND RELEASE Microphone RECORD ON/OFF button BACK button button (also used for button STOP) Top View Stand– Flip the stand out to place the Lyra Recorder upright on a surface. STAND RELEASE button – Press to release the stand from the left side of the Lyra. MIC (internal microphone) RECORD button – Displays the Recording Mode options menu. ON/OFF button – Turns on your Lyra Recorder. To turn off the Lyra Recorder, press an
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin Reset Docking USB jack button connection Bottom View Reset button – If your Lyra Recorder appears to be locked up, press the Reset button (the unit will be reset). Docking connection – This is where the Lyra connects to the docking station. USB jack – Attach the small end (Type mini-B) on the USB cable here. Attach the large end (Type A) to your computer. CONTROLS HOLD Mode NORMAL switch TV OUT Battery cover Back View Mode switch CONTROLS HOLD – Locks the Lyra’s b
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin OUT LINE - - IN DC IN IR LINE OUT LINE IN DC IN IR jack jack jack jack Docking Station (Back view) LINE OUT jack – Attach the line out cable here when you’re connecting the Lyra Recorder to an audio/video component, such as a stereo receiver, TV, VCR, set-top box, or camcorder. LINE IN jack – Attach the line in cable here when you’re connecting the Lyra Recorder to an audio/video component, such as a stereo receiver, TV, VCR, or camcorder. DC IN jack – Plug in
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin Connecting the Docking Station to Your Components The docking station is a convenient way to connect all your components (TV, set-top box, and other video sources) for easier recording and playing of fi les. 1. Connect the Docking Station to the TV Connect the stereo mini plug of the included audio/video cable to the LINE OUT jack on the back of the docking station. Connect the 3 plugs on the end of the cable to the AUDIO R and L input jacks on the back of the TV (co
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin Why You Should Connect the IR Blaster The supplied IR blaster cable allows your Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder to control your cable box, satellite receiver, or VCR for timer recordings. How to Find the Remote Sensor You have to place the IR blaster in front of the remote sensor on the VCR, satellite receiveer, or cable box. Some cable components have the remote sensor labeled on the unit. If the remote sensor isn’t labeled, you need to use the remote control
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin Setting Up the Your Lyra Portable Multi-Media Recorder There are a few things you’ll want to set up the fi rst time you use your Lyra Recorder, including setting the clock and the type of signal you want to use if you are connecting the unit to an external TV. Clock 1. From the main menu, press the arrow buttons or touchpad to highlight Setup. Press SELECT to enter the Setup menu. 2. Use the arrow buttons or touchpad to highlight Clock, and press the right arrow to
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin Software Setup Install software in your computer (Windows XP and 2000 support only) The Audio/Video Management CD that came with your Lyra Portable Multi-media Recorder contains all of the necessary software components you need to make your Lyra Recorder work properly. These components do the following: view the User’s Guide and documentation for the Lyra enable you to transfer fi les from your computer to your Lyra use the Yahoo! Music Engine™ software to or
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Chapter 1: Before You Begin Updating the Lyra Software You can upgrade your Lyra Recorder by downloading the latest fi rmware from http://www.rca.com/digitalaudiodownloads. To see what software version is currently on your Lyra Recorder, go to the About Lyra menu in the Setup menu. Go to page 22 for more details. After you have downloaded the latest fi rmware, follow the steps on the website to update your Lyra. Connecting the Lyra Recorder to the Computer Important: In order to transfer secure
