Samsung P2
Flash Memory Video MP3 Player
3" 16x9 Widescreen LCD with stylish form factor Video, Music, and Photo Playback Compatible formats: MP3, WMA, OGG, MPEG4, WMV, JPEG, TXT Built-in internal Bluetooth 2.0 Bluetooth 2.0 Speakers/Headphones compatible Available in 4GB and 8GB flash memory FM Radio with auto preset capability Datacasts, Text Files, Alarm Clock, World Clock Mobile playlist, file browser, calendar 30 hours audio and 5 hours video playback Internal Lithium Polymer Rechargeable Battery Available in Black, Burgundy, White

Black Side view

The Samsung P2 is the first Samsung MP3 Widescreen (16x9) Video player with an optimized, touchscreen user interface. In addition, new to the lineup is Bluetooth functionality. The Bluetooth capability will enable the P2 to pair with other Bluetooth 2.0 devices. The P2 comes ready to pair with stereo Bluetooth 2.0 headphones and speaker systems to provide high quality wireless listening. Full integration with cell phones will be available via a firmware upgrade in November 2007.

Burgundy

Portable Multimedia

Video Playback

Plays MPEG4 and WMV9 video files in 16:9 DVD friendly format. Samsung Multimedia Software included with the P2 transcodes the video on the computer before transferring to the P2, so videos on the P2 play at the optimal frame size/rate with minimal effort from the user. P2 will also playback at up to 30 frames per second, twice the category average! Also get your videos from CinemaNow.com or Vongo.com
Music Playback and Capacity
Plays MP3, WMA, and OGG MP3 files are the most common music format available today. WMA uses a high quality compression technology so users can have smaller files that sound in near CD quality Works with Rhapsody, Napster, and Yahoo! So users can download up to 4 million songs and take them on the P2 (separate subscription is required).

Capacity

4GB 8GB
Number of Songs MP3*/WMA**

1,000/2,000 2,000/4,000

Hours of Play* MP3*/WMA**

66/132 132/264

*MP3128kbps/4 min per song CD Quality **WMA64kbps/4 min per song CD Quality

Photo Playback

Samsung Multimedia Software transfers JPEG images onto the P2 for viewing on the device. Images can be zoomed and re-centered. Any JPEG on the P2 can become the wallpaper during music playback.

FM Tuner

The built-in FM Tuner will scan the entire FM range in less than 60 seconds and automatically place the available FM stations into presets. To eliminate stations with marginal reception, users can adjust the sensitivity to only preset stations with strong reception.

Bluetooth 2.0

Bluetooth is a wireless standard which will enable the P2 to pair with other Bluetooth 2.0 devices. The range of the Bluetooth connection is 32.8 feet. P2 comes ready to pair with stereo Bluetooth 2.0 headphones and speaker systems to provide high quality wireless listening. Integration with cell phones is ready via firmware upgrade in November 2007. Bluetooth accessories sold separately.
Text Viewer and File Browser
This allows users to view text files on the P2. Text color is customizable and can be viewed in a portrait or landscape view. P2 also comes with a file viewer which allows for users to view and delete any file on the device without the PC.
3" Widescreen LCD with Touch Control
P2 Comes with a 3" WQVGA screen which allows for widescreen viewing in the DVD friendly 16:9 format. The touch screen also reacts to consumers gestures using EmoTure, an input system built by Samsung that goes beyond just merely tapping selections. Users can utilize simple directional slides to easily interact with the menu (i.e. slide fingers across the screen right for FF or left for RW).
Built-in NAND Flash Memory
Samsung uses high-quality NAND flash memory for the P2. Because flash memory is static (no moving parts), battery life, menu speed, player size and weight, and player durability are greatly improved over devices which use hard drives.
Menu Structure of Key Functions

Menu Select

Pictures

FM Radio

Datacasts

Prime Pack

File Browser
Bluetooth Menu Style Sound

Settings

Calendar World Clock
Display Language Time System

Audio Playback

Formats: MP3, WMA, Subscription WMA

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Bluetooth
Bluetooth 2.0 Range: 32.8 Feet Standards: A2DP, AVRCP Compatibility: Bluetooth 2.0 headphones/speakers Cell Phone Compatibility via firmware upgrade in Nov 2007

Connectivity

USB (MTP)
Music Sort: Artists, Albums, Songs,
Genres, Playlists DNSe: 10 preset EQ settings plus 1 custom 7-band EQ with 3D and Bass settings Play Modes: Normal, Repeat, Repeat One, Shuffle PC playlists supported as well as 5 on-the-go playlists

Accessories

Earphone, stand
Net dimensions and weight (WxHxD)
Dimensions: 3.94" x 2.05 x 0.39" Weight: 0.18 lbs.

Datacasting

Users can set up Datacasts (podcasts) using the SMS software which comes on the installation disk. Datacasts are automatically placed in the Datacast menu structure.
Displays album art, artist info, and visualizers Supports ID3 Tags
Shipping dimensions (WxHxD)
Dimensions: 5.97" x 7.31" x 1.86" Weight: 0.73 lbs.
Formats: MPEG4, SVI, WMV9 Max Resolution: 480x272 or 320x240 Max Frame Rate: 30 fps DNSe: 3 preset modes optimizes audio
track (Normal, Drama, Action)

F i l e B ro w s e r

Displays all files on the P2 regardless of type. This is an easy place to find your non-media files stored on the device.

O rd e r c o d e

YP-P2JAB/XAA - (4GB, black) YP-P2JAR/XAA - (4GB burgundy) YP-P2JAW - (4GB white) YP-P2JCB/XAA- (8GB black) YP-P2JCR/XAA - (8GB burgundy)
Screen Playback: 4 custom settings Actual, Standard, Full, and Zoom Customizable skip settings, custom bookmarks supported
Samsung Media Studio S o f t w a re ( S M S )
The P2 comes with Samsung Media Studio on the installation CD. Samsung Media Studio makes it easy to do the following: Transfer non-DRM videos from the PC to the P2 Rip (encode) CDs and manage your music library on the PC Transfer JPEG photos from the PC to the P2 Set up Datacasts, transfer text files and upgrade firmware
Adjustable brightness Capable of 31 different menu languages
YP-P2JAB/XAA - 036725602465 YP-P2JAR/XAA - 036725602625 YP-P2JAW/XAA - 036725602595 YP-P2JCB/XAA- 036725602489 YP-P2JCR/XAA - 036725602427
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. 2007 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. All rights reserved. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 807-SS Printed in USA
Format: JPEG Zooms up to 4x and allows for easy

repositioning on screen

Displays slideshows with custom timing

(3 speeds)

Supports up to 30 preset stations Auto preset mode will scan the entire FM range in less than 60 and arrange

available stations

Customizable Display Themes
P2 can customize the menu-style from 2 presets and 1 customizable skin using one of your JPG images as a background. Font type is customizable
Custom FM Sensitivity: High, Medium,

Specifications

PC application support: Samsung Media Studio, XP & Vista PC Interface: USB Output power: 22mW/CH Charging time:
PC: 4.5 hours Adapter: 2 hours
Text Reader - Read text files with
custom view settings (up to 100 bookmarks supported) Alarm Function Set up to 7 alarms, wake to music or alarm sounds, custom snooze options Calendar View a monthly calendar World Clock View the time in multiple regions

OS compatibility

Windows Vista or XP
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511 Tel (201) 229-4000 1-800-SAMSUNG www.samsung.com

The Noobtaculus Guide To Fixing Your Samsung YP-P2's Audio Jack

rev 0.2/5th April, 2009

This is still an early version of what I hope to finally put out there; just a quick guide for you people who either passed the one year default Samsung warranty on this product or just can't give two shits about the warranty. This is a step-by-step guide on resoldering the audio jack on the YP-P2 but yes, it will void you warranty because you are opening the player.
All material copyright except for excerpts from the Samsung service documentation. Martin Klemes
Revisions Version 0.1 0.2 Date 03/09/09 04/05/09 Comments Initial document release Added backside of jack solder supplementing
Reading and following this guide does not ensure you won't screw anything up; plenty of things can go wrong, but that's true for anything. I am not responsible for any of your failures, keep that in mind. Getting Ready: You'll need:
Your YP-P2 A soldering iron Wet sponge or something to wipe the tip of the iron Solder Phillips (the cross shape, noob) screwdriver (jeweller's set-size or just the smallest you can find; if it unscrews the outside back screw no problem, you're good to go)
You'll want to set up a clear area for this because it could get finicky. The soldering iron should have a small pointy tip because this is semi-precise however, if you don't have such a tip it's okay, just be more careful. Also, be careful because the soldering iron gets very hot. This guide is based on the directions outlined in the YP-P2 product service manual (what service stations use when they refurbish/repair devices). The following is the No Sound symptom and solution flowchart:
( Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd. Jan. 2008)
The problem is, as you've probably figured out, the solder has not been thoroughly applied and normal wear and tear has broken the connection to some extent. Easily fixed by supplementing the solder on the jack. Soldering the back (slits) of the jack also helps to strengthen it structurally.
You will be reflowing and adding solder to the three contacts of the audio jack to the PCB as shown above (circled in red and green) as well as the back of the jack (inside). Note: If you've already read this far you're most likely willing to open up your P2, but for those who are scared to do this, there is the hairdryer method. It hasn't returned a very high success rate due primarily to the fact that there isn't enough solder to reflow (with the heat from the hairdryer) and often times, the hair dryer isn't high enough in wattage (~2000W+). The general rule is that the heat from the dryer should be able to soften solder from as far away as you are from the P2. You can apply heat from the hairdryer to the corner where the audio jack is from the bottom and hope that the connection will be re-established. This, however is only a temporary fix and will need to be redone soon enough. This solution is for the faint-hearted and not-so recommended. Process: All your stuff should be ready to go, so just follow these instructions: 1. Plug in the soldering iron, get it heating while we open up the P2. 2. Peel back the label and unscrew the screw behind it.
3. Slide off the back metal cover; it may be tricky but you should be able to do this easily. 4. Unscrew the PCB so that we can get to the front. It's held on by these two black screws:
5. You should now be able to pull the PCB out (gently) by the ground connection to the casing (circled above). 6. Once you have the PCB out-ish, you can start to disconnect stuff to make it easier for us to position the board. Disconnect the power and touch pad connection cables:
7. Once these are unplugged, you can lay the P2 as shown below:
8. Make sure you've located the three connection pad of the jack. Now, take your soldering iron and press down on any of the three; this will heat up the metal contacts. You can apply solder to this connection; it will melt and hopefully re-establish the contact. If the iron is heating the PCB contact, apply solder to the jack contact and vis versa to create the strongest connection. Once you can melt solder onto the contacts, make sure you have enough to maintain a solid connection.
Remember that too much is not good either; BE CAREFUL not to drip solder onto any other areas of the PCB; this can bridge random contacts on the PCB and will screw up your P2. If this happens let the solder dry on the board. When it has hardened, carefully try to remove it with your fingernail or a small-tip screwdriver. This is not guaranteed to work and may do more harm than good, in some cases. It is also important to let the solder dry without too much movement or reheating. It should only take 5 to 10 seconds. If too much solder accumulates on the tip of the iron, wipe it on the wet sponge and apply a small amount of solder directly to the tip of the iron to prevent oxidation.

This is a before/after shot of reasonably applied solder. 9. Repeat the reflowing of solder to all three contacts. Be careful with the rear contacts, as it's close to the other areas of the PCB, more so than the two in the front.
10. Now we can add solder to the inside of the audio; this seems to bridge all proper connections securely. Apple heat from the iron tip to one end of the slit and solder to the other until it melts (does not matter which end). Supplement the solder at your discretion; but remember: there is such a thing as too much.
11. The hardest part is over and hopefully your P2 is still in working order. It's time to reconnect the connections to the face and battery of the P2. Plug the power prongs back into where they came from at the top of the PCB. If you forgot which way it goes, no worries;
Now for the touch pad cable; just slide the ribbon contacts into the hole (also make sure the latch is not tightened yet, just out). When the cable is in the right position, just push down on the latch and your connection is secured. 12. Slide the PCB with the USB connector/audio jack down first into their holes and the push down to align the screw hole. Not much more to do; just re-screw the two PCB screws back in and make sure the PCB is in properly. 13. We can now close up the P2. Slide/snap the case back on. If it makes a clicking noise when pressure is applied (this sometimes happens) gently bend the outsides of the metal casing inwards from the sides to tighten the fit. 14. Re-screw the outside screw and roll the sticker back over this screw hole. You're done!
Hope this guide helped you solve your audio jack problem, thanks for reading! Video tutorial coming soon at youtube.com/Noobtaculus