About the User Guide

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Rio 800 User Guide

The Rio 800 User Guide includes the following information: Introduction Using your Rio Using Rio menu options and settings Using the Rio software Understanding digital audio terms Frequently asked questions (FAQ) and troubleshooting Warranty Regulatory Customer care Index To learn more: Refer to the Getting Started Guide for the basics on how to set up and start using your Rio. Click the RealJukebox, AudibleManager, or SoundJam software Help menus for detailed step-by-step instructions on how to use the software to convert CD tracks into compressed digital audio formats, get audio from the Internet or transfer tracks to your Rio. Visit the Rio Web site
Navigating and printing the Rio 800 User Guide
The User Guide is in Adobe Acrobat (.PDF) file format. Important: We strongly recommend that you use Adobe Acrobat Reader version 4.0available on the Rio software CD-ROMto view and print the Rio User Guide. Click links (blue underlined text) to jump to another location in the document or to a location on the World Wide Web. Click the Index icon at the top of any page (by the page number) to go to the indexor you can click the Index bookmark. Click page numbers in the Index to jump to a topic.
Using Acrobat toolbar icons
Click the Show/Hide Navigation Pane icon in the Acrobat toolbar to show a list of bookmarks. Bookmarks are links to the contents of the User Guide. Click any bookmark in the list to jump to the page in the User Guide that contains the topic. Click the Print icon in the Acrobat toolbar to print the User Guide. The size of the User Guide is optimized for printing.

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Legal notices
Copyright 2000-2001 SONICblue Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. SONICblue Incorporated does not assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this document or make any commitment to update the information contained herein. Rio is a registered trademark of RioPort, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries and is used under license. The RealPlayer and the RealJukebox are included under license from RealNetworks, Inc. Copyright 1999. RealNetworks, Inc. Patents pending. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows Media and the Windows Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other product names may be trademarks of the companies with which they are associated. First Edition, March 2001. Part Number 75550139-001.

Introduction

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The Rio 800 provides the ultimate listening experience while you exercise, commute, or relax. Create and mix your favorite selections on your PC or Mac for playback on your Rio. Your player is similar in function to a portable cassette or CD player. However, it has no moving parts, so it delivers skip-free music under any conditions. Plus, the convenient rechargeable battery and voice recording option make the Rio 800 the premier digital audio player. The Rio interfaces with your computer through the USB port. Use the software included on the CD-ROM to: Organize digital audio tracks on your computer. Organize tracks on your Rio. Record (encode) your audio CDs. Search for tracks on your computer or on the Internet. Create a custom CD-ROMif you have CD burning hardware and your computer supports it.
In addition, there are many cool accessories you can purchase separately to customize your Rio. Visit the Rio Web site for information about accessories or to place an order online. Sources on the Internet for digital audio content include: Riohome.com WindowsMedia.com Audible.comfor spoken audio

Using your Rio

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This section explains what you need to know about: Using Rio buttons and controls Using the rechargeable backpack
Multifunction port Microphone

On/Hold/Off

Play/Pause Select
Volume Forward Menu Record Stop

Reverse

Backpack charger port
Using Rio buttons and controls
Select: The center navigation button. In play mode, press and hold Select for about two seconds to jump to a list of tracks you can pick from to play. To set a bookmark, press Select while the Rio is in pause mode. In menu mode, press Select to choose a menu or dialog option.

4/;: Play/Pause; the top navigation button. In play mode, press 4/; once to play a
track; press it again to pause. When paused, the play/pause icon appears as two blinking vertical bars on the LCD. If your Rio is left in Pause mode for an extended period of time, it goes into sleep mode to conserve battery life. Press 4/; to wake your Rio from sleep mode. In menu mode, press 4/; to navigate up through menu options.
<: Stop; the bottom navigation button. In play mode, press < to stop playing the current track. Press and hold < for about two seconds to put your Rio into sleep mode to conserve battery life. In menu mode, press < to navigate down through menu options. 8: Forward; the right navigation button. In play mode, press and release 8 to skip to the next track on your Rio. Press and hold 8 to fast-forward through the track currently playing. In menu mode, press 8 to navigate through menu options.

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7: Reverse; the left navigation button. In play mode, press and release 7 to skip to the beginning of the track currently playing on your Rio. Press and hold 7 to fast-rewind through the current track. In menu mode, press 7 to navigate through menu options. Menu: Press the Menu button to display the Rio menu options. Press 4/;, 8, 7, and < to navigate through menu options. Press Select to choose a menu option. Generally,
pressing Menu while in menu mode before saving any changes returns the Rio to play mode without saving.
Rec: The Record button on the Rio. Press Rec to display the Recorder options menu, where you can choose to record your voice or play a recording. See the section on Recording and Playing Voice for instructions and more information. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD): In play mode, the LCD provides the following informationclockwise from the right:
Play/Pause icon: Displays either a Play icon (triangle) or a Pause icon (two vertical bars), to show the current action of the Rio. Divider line: Graphically organizes the display. Current song position: Displays the play location in the current track in minutes:seconds (mm:ss) form. For Audible content the display includes hours (hh:mm or hh:mm:ss). Volume level: Displays the volume setting in both digital and graphic form. The bargraph disappears as volume is reduced and re-appears as volume is increased. Volume level ranges from 0-20. Track display: Displays the number of the currently selected track and the total number of tracks on your Rio. If a playlist is active, the track count shows the number of tracks in a playlist. Album name/artist name: Album name displays in this field for a few seconds, followed by artist name. If the name is longer than the width of the display, the name scrolls. Track information: Track information includes the codec type (MP3, WMA, and so on), the bitrate (XXX kbps), and the file size (XX:XX MB). Track name: Displays the title of the currently selected track. Song name scrolls if the name is longer than the width of the display. Hold icon (key): Appears if the Rio is set to Hold mode. Hold locks all settings except the Power switch on the Rio.

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Using the rechargeable backpack
Calibrating the battery ensures accurate battery level display. The first time you charge the battery backpack, it is important to calibrate it and give it a full charge overnight or until the calibration timer expires. You do not need to charge the battery before you calibrate it. Note: You do not have to calibrate the battery each time you charge itonly the first time. See the section on Battery Calibration for instructions and more information. For subsequent chargings you can charge the backpack until the charge lamp goes off for a quick chargeafter about 1.5 hoursor leave the AC adapter attached for about 2.5 hours for a full charge. Full charge allows you to play music for about 10 hours. You can leave the backpack plugged into the AC adapter after charging is complete to maintain the charge. In addition, you can use your Rio to play music while the backpack is charging. Warnings: Do not remove the rechargeable battery from the backpack. Batteries may explode or leak if disposed of in fire, inserted backwards or disassembled.
Using menu options and settings

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When the Menu button is pressed, the LCD displays Rio menu options:
Audio: Preset and custom equalizer settings. Player: Random and repeat play options, delete track, pick a track, bookmark, and playlist functions. Prefs: Player settings including power saving (time to sleep), LCD display backlight and contrast, time and date, battery level and calibration, and recorder. About: Various player status information including firmware version, internal and external memory used, battery level, calendar, and codec information. Record: Voice recording and playback options.

Using Audio functions

Audio functions include built-in and custom equalizer (EQ) settings. Custom EQ lets you set the Treble and Bass values on a range from 1 (low) to 9 (high).
Selecting built-in EQ settings
Press Menu. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to navigate to Audio. Press Select. The EQ settings display.
Press the 4/;, <, 7 or 8 buttons to highlight the desired setting. To save the setting press Select. To return to play mode without saving any changes, press Menu.

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Setting the Custom EQ
Press Menu. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to navigate to Audio. Press Select. The EQ settings display. Press the 4/;, <, 7 or 8 buttons to navigate to Custom. Press Select.
Press the 4/; or < buttons to navigate between Bass and Treble. Use the 7 or 8 buttons to increase or decrease the Bass or Treble value from 1 (low) to 9 (high). To save the settings press Select. To return to play mode without saving any changes, press Menu.

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Using Player functions
Player functions include: Play options: Repeat or randomize tracks. Delete tracks: Remove content from the Rio. Pick a track: Select and play a track. Bookmarks: Play or delete bookmarks. Playlist: Select playlists, create new playlists, manage playlists or remove playlists from the Rio. Press Menu. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to navigate to Player. Press Select. Navigate to Play Options. Press Select. Press the 4/; or < buttons to navigate between Repeat or Random. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to change the Repeat or Random setting. Repeat settings include: 8 All: All tracks repeat. Track: Current track repeats. Off: Turns off repeat function. On: All tracks play in random order. Off: Turns off random function.

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Adjusting LCD display backlight and contrast
5 Press Menu. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to navigate to Prefs. Press Select. Press the navigation buttons to highlight Display. Press Select.
Press the 4/; or < buttons to navigate between Backlight and Contrast. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to adjust the Backlight or Contrast settings. Backlight settings include: timed 1, 2, 5, or 10 seconds. always on. always off.
Contrast settings range from 1 (minimum) to 9 (maximum). 8 Press Select to save the settings.

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Displaying battery information
7 Press Menu. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to navigate to Prefs. Press Select. Press the navigation buttons to highlight Battery. Press Select. Press the navigation buttons to highlight Power level. Press Select to display battery information:
Battery type: Rechargeable. Battery charge level: The batterys charge state percentage. Run time estimation: The batterys remaining play time. Battery level graphic: A bar graph inside a battery icon displays the approximate remaining charge.
Press Menu to return to play mode.

Calibrating the battery

Calibrating the battery ensures accurate battery level display. It is important to calibrate the battery backpack and give it a full charge overnight or until the calibration timer expires the first time you charge it. You do not need to charge the battery before you calibrate it. Note: You do not have to calibrate the battery each time you charge itonly the first time. 9 Connect the AC adapter into your Rios backpack port at the bottom of the backpack. Connect the AC adapter power cord into an electrical outlet. The charge lamp on the backpack lights up when charging begins. Slide the Rio power switch to On. Press Menu. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to navigate to Prefs. Press Select. Press the navigation buttons to highlight Battery and press Select. Press the navigation buttons to highlight Calibrate and press Select. Wait overnight or until the timer expires to give the backpack a full charge.
10 When charging is complete, unplug the AC adapter from the Rios backpack port.

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Setting recorder sampling rate and volume
Record rate means the sampling rate for recordings in kHz. A higher record rate yields better quality recordings with larger file size. Analog gain refers to the volume of voice recordings. 7 Press Menu. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to navigate to Prefs. Press Select. Press the navigation buttons to highlight Recorder. Press Select. Press the 4/; or < buttons to navigate between Record Rate and Analog Gain. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to adjust the Record Rate or Analog Gain setting. 8 Record Rate settings include 8 kHz and 11 khz. Analog Gain settings range from 1 (minimum) to 9 (maximum).

Press Select to save the settings.

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Displaying About information
3 Press Menu. Press the 7 or 8 buttons to navigate to About. Press Select. The following information displays:

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Player personalization message defined through the software or Rio model number. Firmware version the Rio is using. Total internal memory amount installed and a bar graph display of the amount used. Total external memory installed and a bar graph display of the amount used. Battery type: Rechargeable. Battery charge level: The batterys charge state percentage. Run time estimation: The batterys remaining play time. Battery level graphic: A bar graph inside a battery icon displays the approximate remaining charge.
Press < to display battery information including:
Press < to display clock and calendar information.
Press < to display codec information.

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Recording and playing voice

Recording your voice

Note: The recorder automatically turns off the backlight when in use to prevent background noise from the backlight from interfering with your recording. 1 To record your voice you can either: Press the Rec button on the Rio, or Press Menu, press the navigation buttons to highlight Record, then press Select.
Highlight New Recording and press Select to start recording. Press < to stop recording. Status Message: Displays Preparing to Record, Recording, Recording Done, and so on. Recording time elapsed: Displays duration of the present recording in hours:minutes:seconds (hh:mm:ss). Memory used graph: Displays how much memory is used and free for recording. Percentage of memory remaining: Displays how much free flash memory is left. Record level meter: Displays relative volume sensed at the microphone.
The Recording display includes:

Playing a recording

1 To play a recording you can either: 2 Press the Rec button on the Rio, or Press Menu, press the navigation buttons to highlight Record, then press Select.
Highlight Play Recordings and press Select. A list of recordings on the Rio displays:
Press 4/; or < to highlight a recording. Press Select to play the highlighted recording. Press Menu to exit to play mode.

Using the Rio software

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Using RealJukebox

RealJukebox audio management software is included on the software CD. Use RealJukebox to: Organize digital audio tracks on your computer. Organize tracks on your Rio. Record (encode) your audio CDs. Search for tracks on your computer or on the Internet. Create a custom CD-ROMif you have CD burning hardware and your computer supports it. Click the Help menu or Click the Home button, scroll down to Real Jukebox Help, and select Using Real Jukebox and/or Frequently Asked Questions

To learn more about using RealJukebox, from within the software:
Record (encode) your audio CDs
Find tracks on your computer or on the Web

Organize your tracks

Highlight tracks and - play on your computer - organize into playlists - copy to your Rio

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Copying tracks to your Rio
Plug the USB cable into the multifunction port on top of your Rio. Plug the other end of the cable into the USB port on your computer. Slide the power switch on top of your Rio to On. Click the All Tracks button on the Real Jukebox software. Click the desired track(s). Click the right mouse button and select Copy to Device or click Copy to > Device in the right column on the window. Click OK on the dialog box. Click Copy Files in the right column on the window. Put an audio CD in your computers CD-ROM drive. Click the CD button. The software prompts you and fills in track titles and other information via the Gracenote CDDB Web site. Check the desired track(s)click the check box to the left of the song title or click Check All in the right column on the window. Recording begins.use the convenient playback controls at the top of the window to record, play, pause, and so on.

Encoding a CD

Using AudibleManager (PC only)
The AudibleManager software supports audio books, lectures, public radio programs, newspapers, and other spoken word audio programs. Use AudibleManager to: Create an Audible.com account, where you may choose from thousands of spoken word audio programs. Download audio programs from the Internet to your PC. Transfer audio programs to your Rio.
For more information, visit the AudibleManager Web site.

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Using SoundJam MP (Mac only)
SoundJam MP player and encoder converts music into compressed digital quality MP3s from CD, MP2, AIFF, QuickTime, SMD, Sound Designer, and WAV formats.

Master Playlist

Use the Master Playlist editor to: Search your audio collection stored on your Mac. Build and manage custom playlists.

Main Window

Use the SoundJam MP Main Window to: Listen to audio on your Mac. Play music files from your playlist or CD-ROM.

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Converter
Use the Converter window to: Encode audio CDs. Save tracks into MP3 format to be transferred to and played on your Rio.

Connector

The Connector window displays when you plug your Rio into your Mac with the USB cable. Use the Connector window to: Manage the content on your Rio. Export audio to your Rio. Choose the track by selecting Add. or drag the desired track to the view window.
Use the help system to learn more
The SoundJam software includes a complete online Help manual. To learn more about using the SoundJam MP software: Click the Help Menu. Select SoundJam MP Help. Click the topic you are interested in for detailed step-by-step instructions. Click How To Use This Help System to understand the basics of using the SoundJam Help.

For more information about SoundJam, visit the SoundJam Web site.

Digital audio terms

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Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) is one of the audio compression formats defined by the MPEG-2 specification. AAC used to be called NBC (Non-Backward-Compatible), because it is not compatible with the MPEG-1 audio formats. AAC may eventually replace MP3 since it offers better sound quality and greater file compression.
Adaptive Differential Pulse Code Modulation (ADPCM), is a form of pulse code modulation (PCM) that produces a digital signal with a lower bit rate than standard PCM. The Rio 800 uses ADPCM for voice recording. ADPCM produces a lower bit rate by recording only the difference between samples and adjusting the coding scale dynamically to accommodate large and small differences.

Bitrate

Bitrate denotes the number of bits per second used to represent an audio signal. The size and quality of a digital audio file is determined by the bitrate used when encoding the file. The higher the bitrate used, the higher the sound quality and the larger the file size. For example, with MP3, a bitrate of 128k is usually very close to CD quality, and takes up about 1MB per minute of music. At a 64k bitrate, the sound quality is similar to that of an FM radio signal, but you may get around two minutes of music in that same 1MB of storage space.

See Gracenote.

Depending on the context and kind of technology involved, codec may be defined in two ways. In telecommunications, a codec is usually a coding/decoding chip used to translate between digital and analog transmissions. A modem uses one to interpret incoming analog signals and converts the digital data stream coming from the computer into analog. A codec is also defined as a compression/decompression algorithm. Codecs are used to compress audio data into a file, often for efficient transmission over a network, and then decode it for playback. The Rio 800 supports the following digital audio file codecs: MP3 WMA ADPCMfor voice recording ACELP.net (Audible)

Playlist

Playlists let you organize lists of tracks to play in the order you choose. Playlists make it easier to manage large collections of music.

Ripping

See Encoding.
The Secure Digital Music Initiative (SDMI) is a forum of over 130 companies in the fields of recorded audio content, computers, and consumer electronics, for the purpose of developing an integrated method of copyright protection technology that can be used worldwide. SDMI is working to create a framework for preventing improper usage of audio files and to promote legal music distribution services.
The skin is the software option that determines how digital audio player software applications appear on your computer screen. Some applications allow you to customize the color and window design of your software by changing the skin. Some skins omit certain playback controls for simplicity.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is the external bus standard that supports data transfer rates of 12 Mbps (12 million bits per second). The Rio uses USB to communicate with the computer. A single USB port may be used to connect up to 127 peripheral devices, such as mice, modems, and keyboards. USB also supports Plug-and-Play installation and hot plugging. It is expected to completely replace serial and parallel ports.
Windows Media Audio (WMA) is the compressed audio format created by Microsoft as an alternative to MP3. WMA may replace MP3 since it offers greater file compressiontwice that of MP3at the same or better sound quality.

FAQ and troubleshooting

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How do you put music on the Rio?
The Rio interfaces with your computer through the USB port. You can get digital audio from numerous Internet sites or encode your own digital audio tracks from your audio CDs using the CD-ROM drive on your computer. Use the software included with the Rio to get audio from the Internet, encode tracks from your audio CDs, or download tracks to your Rio.
How much music will my Rio hold?
Note: Due to different software compression algorithms, the following information may vary slightly depending on what software you are using and what program the MP3 was created by. To determine how much play time your Rio actually has, use the following equation: Rio Play Time = M / (S x 0.439) where: M=Rio memory size in MB (32MB, 64MB, 128MB, and so on). S=Sampling Speed in kbps (128kbps, 80kbps, and so on). The higher quality the MP3, the larger its size, causing it to take up more room on your Rios memory. The following bitrates are supported: 256 kbps, CD Quality, 5.6:1 reduction. 192 kbps, CD Quality, 7.5:1 reduction. 160 kbps, CD Quality, 9:1 reduction. 128 kbps, CD Quality, 11.25:1 reduction. 96 kbps, Near CD, 15:1 reduction. 80 kbps, Near CD, 18:1 reduction. 64 kbps, FM Radio, 22.5:1 reduction. Note: If you use the WMA format instead of the MP3 format, you can have the same quality at about one half the size. For example, a 64 kbps WMA sounds as good as a 128 kbps MP3.

Upgrading the Rio firmware (Mac)
Important: Do not close the program, turn off the Rio or unplug the USB cable during the upgrade. Connect the Rio to the computer with the USB cable. Slide the Rio power switch to On. Double-click the SoundJam icon. The Rio Connector window displays. Click the Settings. button on the Rio Connector window. The Rio Settings window displays. Click the Upgrade Firmware button on the Rio Settings window. Choose the Rio 800 Update xxxx firmware upgrade file. Click the Open button. When the upgrade is complete, a check of the firmware version displays the new version number.
How do I register my SoundJam software online?
SoundJam allows 50 encodes prior to free registration that unlocks SoundJam for unlimited MP3 encoding. You must have an Internet connection to complete online registration. At the time of registration, you may choose to upgrade the features of the software for a small fee. Double click the hard drive icon. Double click the SoundJam folder. Double click the SoundJam MP icon to open the program. You will immediately be prompted to register online. Click the Register Now button. Follow the instructions on the screen. You will receive your unlock code by e-mail.
Why do I get an error when I click Read a CD to start encoding?
The following factors may interfere with the CD encoding process: Over-utilization of the CPU during the encoding process. Close all other software before encoding. Insufficient RAM to cache the track properly. Generally, 64 MB is fine if no other memory intensive application is running. Close all other software before encoding. Win 98 uses about 15-20 MB of RAM at startup depending on what applications you have running. CD-ROM firmware. Even if a CD-ROM drive is new, it may require a firmware update from the manufacturer to correct audio extraction errors. Overclocking. Overclocking the systemrunning it faster than it is rated to runcan have adverse effects on the peripheral components. If your system is overclocked, bring it back to its normal operating speed.

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How can I get the best sound quality when encoding from a CD?
If you use a significant amount of your computer systems resources with other applications, encoding songs from a CD may result in poor quality recordings. If the song(s) you encode contain abnormalities, such as pops or skips, close down other applications which are running and encode those songs again. The condition of the audio CDscratches and so on may effect the quality of the recording as well.

Out of warranty service is limited to the Personal Digital Music Player only and is not available for headphones, memory cards or other accessories. The fee for out of warranty repairs is payable by credit card at the time the service agreement

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is created and Return Authorization provided. This fee includes all labor, parts needing replacement, and return shipping. You must deliver the product to SONICblue Incorporated in order to obtain out of warranty service. You must pay for shipping to SONICblue Incorporated. It is recommended that you use a shipping service providing you with tracking capability, because we will not be responsible for items lost in the mail. A Return Authorization number is required for all shipments to SONICblue Incorporated. Please contact our Customer Care Center for more information or to arrange for out of warranty service.

Limits of liability

We are only responsible for the repair of this product. We will not be liable to you or anyone else for any damages that result from the failure of this product or from the breach of any express or implied warranties. These include damage to other equipment, lost data, lost profits, or any consequential, incidental, or punitive damages. IN NO EVENT WILL SONICblue Incorporated BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT GREATER THAN THE CURRENTLY SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY REPRESENTS THE ENTIRE WARRANTY AGREEMENT BETWEEN SONICblue Incorporated AND YOU. THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE TERM SPECIFIED ABOVE. NO WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THIS PERIOD. THIS WARRANTY MAY NOT BE ALTERED IN ANY WAY OTHER THAN IN WRITING BY AN OFFICER OF SONICblue Incorporated. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

Regulatory Information

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
The device has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class B computing device according to the specifications in FCC rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

If your device needs repairs, you must arrange for the manufacturer to make them if you are to keep the devices FCC registration valid. This equipment, like other electronic equipment, generates and uses radio frequency energy. If not installed and used according to the instructions in this manual, this equipment may cause interference with your radio and television reception. If you think this equipment is causing interference with your radio or television reception, try turning the equipment off and on. If the interference problems stop when the equipment is switched off, then the equipment is probably causing the interference. You may be able to correct the problem by doing one or more of the following: Adjust the position of the radio or TV antenna. Move the device away from the radio or TV.
If necessary, consult your dealer or an experienced radio or television technician. You may find this booklet helpful: How to Identify and Resolve Radio and TV Interference Problems (Stock No. 004-000-00345-4), prepared by the FCC and available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. See individual devices for FCC ID and registration numbers.

Industry Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

CISPR 22

Warning: This equipment is belongs to class A of CISPR 22 recommendation. In a residential environment, it can produce electromagnetic interference. In that case, it can be requested to the user to take some appropriated measures.
EU Declaration of Conformity
We DIAMOND Multimedia Systems Vertriebs GmbH Moosstrasse 18b D-82319, Starnberg GERMANY On behalf of SONICblue Incorporated

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2841 Mission College Blvd. Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Hereby declare under our sole responsibility that the following product(s) conform to the requirements of the European Parliament Council Directive 1999/5/EC dated 9th March 1999. And to which this declaration is related the product(s) listed are in conformity with the following relevant harmonized European Standards or other normative documents, the references of which have been published in the Official Journal of the European Communities / European Union. Product (s): RIO 800 Harmonized Standards: EN 55022: 1994, A195, A297 Specification for limits and methods of measurement of radio interference characteristics of Information Technology (IT) equipment. EN 50082-1: 1998 Electromagnetic Compatibility, Generic Immunity Standard, Part 1. Residential, Commercial and Light Industry. EN 50332-1: 1999 Maximum sound pressure level measurement methodology and limit considerations. Part 1 General method for one package equipment. CEI/IEC 60065: 1998 Audio, Video, and similar electronic apparatus Safety Requirements. In accordance with the terms of Directive 1999/5/EC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and Council Decision 98/482/EC the original signed Declaration is retained by us in the product compliance folder. Upon request photocopies may be available. Date: 02 November 2000 Place: St. Ingbert Name of Authorizing Person Scott Naccarato Regulatory Compliance Manager

Customer Care

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Technical support

Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 5am-7pm PT Saturday 8am-4pm PST
customersupport@riohome.com

Telephone

(541) 967-2450

(541) 967-2451

(541) 967-2401

Web site

www.riohome.com Solution Library

Customer service

Monday-Friday 6am-5pm PT
1-800-468-5846 or (541) 967-2450

(541) 967-2485

Rio Product Support
With every Rio product you receive the following support services:
Unlimited access to the Rio web-based technical information resources, available 24 hours a day every day at www.riohome.com. Here you will find FAQ files, a knowledgebase search engine, product updates, and other useful tools. Unlimited e-mail support for the duration of your Rio product hardware warranty period. Access to the latest software updates and enhancements for Rio product via our Web site.

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New Product Support
In addition to the services mentioned above, all retail purchasers of Rio products receive person-to-person telephone support for the first 90 days of ownership. To extend support after the expiration of New Product Support, we offer an affordable, feebased, Extended Service Option. Please see the Web site for details.

Extended Service Option

To extend support after the expiration of New Product Support, we offer an affordable, feebased, Extended Service Option. Please see the Web site for details.

Premium Support Service

Have a tough question and no time to wait? Rio also offers a Premium Support service. No hold time and your call is routed directly to our most experienced support technicians. This service is available at a low per minute fee whether your Rio product is in warranty or not. (You must be 18 years or older or have your parents permission to use this service). Please see the Web site for details.

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AAC 24 ADPCM 24 analog gain 17 AudibleManager software 21 audio file size 24 audio functions 7
encode (defined) 25 equalizer built in 7 custom 8 EU declaration of conformity 33
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 33 file compression 24 firmware checking 28 defined 25 downloading from Web site 28 upgrading 28 forward button 4 frequently asked questions 27
backlight 15 backpack 6 battery calibration 16 battery power level 16 bitrate 24 bookmark add 11 play or delete 11
calibrate 16 CDDB 25 CE declaration 33 charge backpack 6 clock display 18 set 14 codec (defined) 24 codecs AAC 24 ADPCM 24 MPWMA 26 common questions 27 contrast 15 customer care 35

gracenote 25

Industry Canada 33
LCD backlight 15 LCD contrast 15 legal notices 2 liquid crystal display (lcd) 5
Mac software 22 menu button 5 MP3 26
new battery installation 6
one year limited warranty 31

delete playlist 13 track 10 display backlight 15 battery information 16 contrast 15 firmware version 18 memory information 18 DRM 25
pick a track 10 play options random 9 repeat 9 play/pause button 4 playlist build 12 choose 12 defined 26 modify 13

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remove 13 power saving 14
randomize tracks 9 RealJukebox software 20 rechargeable battery 6 record button 5 record rate 17 recorder volume 17 recording voice 19 regulatory information 33 repeat tracks 9 reverse button 5 Rio software 20
sampling rate 17 SDMI 26 select button 4 skins 26 SoundJam MP software 22 stop button 4
technical support 35 time and date display 18 set 14 time to sleep setting 14 troubleshooting 27

USB 26

voice recording 19

warranty 31 WMA 26

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Do not operate Rio Pump without being fully submersed at all times. Doing so can cause
permanent damage to the pump.
Never operate Rio Pump with an electronic wave maker or timing device. As such devices
will cause permanent damage to the pump and/or demagnetize the magnetic impeller. you must disconnect all electrical aquarium devices. the Rio Pump. See maintenance guidelines.
Prior to maintenance on any electrical aquarium appliance or maintenance to the aquarium, Routine maintenance is required to insure the maximum performance and the longevity of The use of a surge suppressor is strongly recommended. Do not operate if wire is damaged.

WARNING!

This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hand after handling this product. It is your sole responsibilities to verify that the plug and the receptacle are clean and free of moisture and salt build up at all times. The receptacle must be free of water, salt, calcium, magnesium and dust. Failure to do so can cause fire, damage to property, permanent damage to the product and personal injury not limited to loss of life. Do not plug into extension cord/power strip. A drip loop must be used when plugging all electrical aquarium devices. A drip loop is that part of the cord hanging below the receptacle. The national code requires that a GFCI (Ground fault circuit interrupter) be used in the branch circuit supplying all power to water pumps and electrical aquarium equipment. If you do not have a GFCI, have an electrician install one prior to operating any aquarium component.

GFCI ONLY

Drip Loop

INSTALLATION

Note: There may be variances when installing this pump directly to protein skimmer as there are many different protein skimmer manufactures. Consult with the manufacture of the protein skimmer for exact installation instructions for there specific skimmer.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM: NO AIR SOLUTION: Verify that the air tubing with silencer is out of water. The venturi needs to be cleaned: Remove the silencer and
place air tubing in a cup of warm water let the pump suck water through pump.

INSTALLATION OF PUMP

The pump comes out of the box and is ready to run. 1. Connect directly to the intake of the protein skimmer. 2. Position the air tubing silencer outside the water. 3. Plug the unit directly to a GFCI outlet. 4. Verify that there is water and air entering the skimmer.

Intake Protein Skimmer

If regular maintenance has not been preformed it may be
necessary to remove the pump and disassemble the venturi. When doing so verify that all holes are clear. It may be necessary to soak parts in a vinegar water solution (3 parts water to 1 part vinegar.) be cleaned.

6in Max.

Impeller and impeller well cover needs to The pump is positioned to deep in the water column, do not
place the pump deeper than 6in from the water level

MAINTENANCE

Routine weekly maintenance is the most importance to ensure a well operating pump.
1. Unplug all electrical aquarium devices prior to maintenance of the aquarium or aquarium component. 2. Unplug the pump from the GFCI outlet.

INSTALLATION OF THE DUAL INTAKE VENTURI (DIV) KIT TO AN EXISTING RIO PLUS WATER PUMP
1. Remove the main housing strainer from the pump.
3. Remove pump from the protein skimmer. 4. Remove all tubing, elbow, impeller well cover, impeller and ceramic shaft. 5. Clean the impeller, shaft, impeller well cover and air intake elbows with a vinegar water solution (1 part vinegar and 1 part water). Let it soak for a minimum of 15 minutes. Verify that the impeller spins freely on the shaft and all air intake holes are free of debris. In some cases, it may take additional soaking to break up excess calcium build-up. 6. Reassemble impeller verify that all bushing are properly installed. 7. Reassemble pump.
Note: you do not need this part any more.
2. Remove the impeller well cover. 3. Remove the rubber shaft bushing inside the impeller well cover. 4. Place the rubber shaft bushing back onto the ceramic shaft. 5. Install new venturi impeller well cover. 6. Install discharge adapter to that the tapered side is away from the pump. 7. Connect the both air intake elbows to the venturi impeller well cover. 8. Connect the 2.5in air tubing to the air intake elbow closest to the discharge adapter and then to the nipple on the discharge adapter. 9. Connect the air tubing with silencer to the other air intake elbow. 10.Directions for installation.

Air tubing with silencer

Discharge adapter
2.5in Air tubing Air intake elbow Venturi impeller well cover

REPLACEMENT PART

REPLACEMENT PARTS
Rio 600 Plus Impeller Rio 800 Plus Impeller

UPC NO. 0006760

0440 1
DIV Kit (Dual Intake Venturi Kit)
Rio 600 Impeller Rio 800 Impeller Dual Intake Venturi Kit 600-800

LIMITED WARRANTY

TAAM Inc. warrants that Rio Plus Aqua Pump/PowerHead is free from defects for a period of 6 months from the initial date of purchase shown on the original cash register receipt. TAAM Inc. disclaims all other warranties of merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose. Although this limited warranty may give you specific rights, you may have other rights that may vary from state to state. This warranty is void if the failure of the controller or any part, sealant or component there of is due to (i) misuse, (ii) tampering, (iii) negligence, (iv) misapplication, (v) abuse, (vi) accident and/or (vii) failure to properly (a) maintain, (b) clean, (c) keep free from water and moisture and/or use the controller with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).

CONSUMER REMEDIES

TAAM Inc.s entire liability and your sole and exclusive remedy shall be either repair or replacement of Rio Plus Aqua Pump/PowerHead only if you return the defective unit directly to TAAM Inc. with the original receipt in its original box along with seven dollars ($7.00) for shipping and handling. Do not send Rio Plus Aqua Pump/PowerHead by insured mail. You may send your returns or replacements by UPS if requiring a signature upon arrival. Any replaced unit will be warranted for the remaining time of the original warranty period. In no event shall any shipping charges be reimbursed. In no event will TAAM Inc. be liable for any consequential or incidental damages, including but not limited to, lost sea life, personal injury, property damage, equipment damage, lost profits, lost wages, lost savings, lost income, etc., arising out of the use of Rio Plus Aqua Pump/PowerHead. Some states do not allow for the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.

RETURNS

Please contact our service center at (805) 383-3566 ext. 102 or fax (805) 383-3565 to arrange repair and/or replacement. Please allow 4-6 weeks for all returns.

WARRANTY CARD

Please mail warranty card and PROOF OF PURCHASE within 15 days of purchase to: TAAM Inc. 1011 Avenida Acaso, Ste. A, Camarillo, CA 93012, USA. Customers Name: Address: Dealer Name: Model No. Date of Purchase Phone No.
Technological Aquatic Associated Manufacturing Inc. 1011 Avenida Acaso, Ste. A, Camarillo, CA 93012, USA Fax: (805) 383-3565. www.riopump.net Specifications & technical information may change without notice
Distributed in the UK by ALF (Aquatic Distributors) Ltd. 2009 TAAM, Inc. Made in Taiwan