Panasonic SL-CT730 User manual

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SL-CT730
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the
instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
RQT8193-1B
F0905ST1095
Note:
“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/
SG
GCEGEB GK
Troubleshooting guide
No play. pThe HOLD function is on, stopping buttons from being
operated. Cancel HOLD (page 5).
pThe batteries may be drained (page 4).
pThe disc isn’t correctly set.
pThe disc is scratched or dirty. (Tracks may be skipped
particularly with MP3 discs.)
pThere is moisture on the lens. Wait for about an hour and
then try again.
p
The lens is dirty: clean it with a blower (recommended product:
SZZP1038C). You cannot use a CD type lens cleaner. If the lens gets
marked with fingerprints, gently wipe them off with a cotton swab.
pRemove the plug and reinsert it as fully as possible.
pThe unit may not read a track properly if shaken strongly
during disc reading.
pIf there is no data between sessions on a multi-session
disc, play may not be possible.
p
If there is a large amount of JPEG data etc. within a MP3 file,
sound may become muted and play may not be possible.
pIf the disc contains data with different formats, sound
may stop being output or play may not be possible.
pIf a CD-ROM format disc contains MP3 and other files,
only the MP3 files will be playable.
No sound or there is
a lot of noise.
pEnsure the plugs are inserted firmly.
pWipe the plugs with a clean cloth.
pThe disc is scratched or dirty.
pSound interruption or noise may occur if the recording
quality of the disc (CD-R/RW) is poor.
pThe elapsed playing time disappears and sound is
interrupted if bumps continue repeatedly.
Disc rotation stops
and starts during play.
Disc rotation stops and starts to save power.
Operation sounds are
heard from the unit.
There is some sound heard when a disc is being accessed
or disc rotation starts.
Play doesn’t resume from
the last point stopped.
pThis doesn’t work during random play.
pIt may not work correctly under some conditions.
Play doesn’t start
from the first track.
pRandom play modes may be on (page 6).
pThe resume function (above) is operating. If the lid
is opened while stopped (while the power is ON) the
resume function is cancelled.
Cannot specify point
A or B. You may not be able to specify point A or B at the end of disc.
Cannot change the
anti-skip mode. If [] or [] is pressed before [MEMO/DISP] you cannot change the mode.
Digital Re-master
does not work. Depending on the type of MP3 disc recording, the effect may not appear.
Cannot hear the remote
control’s operation tone.
The remote control’s operation tone may be off (page 5).
The remote control
does not work properly.
pRemove the plug and reinsert it as fully as possible.
p
Use only the included remote control to operate this unit.
The remote control
display does not light.
Remove the plug and reinsert it as fully as possible.
Cannot recharge. pUse the specified or supplied nickel-metal hydride
rechargeable batteries (HHF-AZ01/HHF-1P).
p
You must insert two batteries before you can recharge them.
pThe unit must be off before you can recharge.
The AC adaptor becomes
warm during recharging.
This is normal.
The batteries are taking
a long time to recharge.
The batteries may take as much as 6 hours to recharge
under some conditions.
Play time is short
after recharging.
pThis may occur the first time you recharge the batteries
or if you haven’t used them for a long time. Play time
should be restored after a few recharges.
pThe batteries are drained if you leave the AC adaptor
connected after recharging is complete.
pIf play is extremely short even after fully recharging the
batteries, the batteries may have exceeded their life.
(Rechargeable batteries can be recharged approximately
300 times.) Please purchase new nickel-metal hydride
rechargeable batteries (HHF-AZ01/HHF-1P).
The battery indicator
fails to appear or is
incorrect.
p
The indicator does not appear when the AC adaptor is connected.
pThe indicator may not appear correctly when using the
rechargeable and dry cell batteries at the same time and
under certain conditions.
The unit stops working. Disconnect then reconnect all power sources (batteries and AC adaptor).
Power cuts off. If you connect or disconnect the AC adaptor, the power
cuts off even if batteries are inserted.
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points,
or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.
Operating Instructions
Portable CD Player
HOLD (Function lock)
The hold function stops the buttons from being operated. By keeping the hold
function on, you can stop the power from being switched on, play from being
stopped and other operations from being done by mistake.
pThe unit and remote control each have independent HOLD switches.
Resume function
Play resumes from where last stopped. [If the lid is opened while stopped (while
the power is ON) the resume function is cancelled. The resume function is also
cancelled when the disc is changed.]
Extended play
You can get extended play time by inserting dry cell batteries into the external
battery case, attaching it to the main unit and using the rechargeable and dry
cell batteries together.
Discs that can be played
CD-R/RW
MP3
CD-DA WMA
WMA
WMA
Commercially
available music CD
(CD-DA)
WMA cannot
be played
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HOLD The HOLD function is on, stopping buttons from being
operated. Cancel HOLD (page 5).
NODISC pYou haven’t inserted a disc or it isn’t inserted correctly.
pYou have inserted a disc this unit cannot play.
OPEN The disc lid is open.
CHARGE The batteries are recharging. Recharging is complete
when this disappears.
The program already contains 20 tracks.
0Reading MP3 files.
Caution
pDo not expose the unit to direct sunlight or heat, such as from heating
appliances, as these can damage the unit.
pDiscontinue use if you experience discomfort with the earphones or any other
parts that directly contact your skin. Continued use may cause rashes or other
allergic reactions.
wBatteries
pDo not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if the covering has been
peeled off.
pAlign the poles Tand Ucorrectly when inserting the batteries.
pDo not mix different types of batteries or old and new batteries.
pRemove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time.
pDo not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble, or subject to excessive heat.
pDo not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
pWhen carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no metal objects such as
necklaces are placed together with them. Contact with metal may cause short-
circuiting which can cause a fire. For safety, carry the rechargeable batteries in
the battery carrying case.
wListening
pDo not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume. Hearing experts
advise against continuous extended play.
pIf you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.
pDo not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard
and is illegal in many areas.
pYou should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.
p
Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-air type designed to let you
hear outside sounds, don’t turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s
around you.
wCDs
pDo not use irregularly shaped CDs.
pDo not use non-specification discs.
pDo not use CDs printed with label printers available on the market.
pDo not use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with adhesive
exuding from under labels and stickers.
Specifications
wRecharging
Supplied rechargeable batteries:
About 3 to 4 hours
wAudio (CD-DA)
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
No. of channels:
2 (left and right, stereo)
Headphone output level:
RMS max. 6 mWK6 mW/
16 j(adjustable)
Frequency response:
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
(K0.5 dB to L7.0 dB)
wPickup
Light source:
Semiconductor laser
Wavelength: 795 nm
(NORSK)
Bølgelengde 795 nm
Laserstyrke
Ingen farlig stråling sendes ut
(med sikkerhets-beskyttelse)
wMP3
Supported bit rates:
(Supports variable bit rates)
32 kbps to 320 kbps
(128 kbps is recommended)
Supported sampling frequency:
48 kHz/44.1 kHz/32 kHz
Maximum number of items
(total no. of albums and tracks):
999
(total no. of albums): 500
Maximum album levels: 100
wGeneral
Power supply:
DC input
(via included AC adaptor):
DC 4.5 V
AC adaptor input:
(For the United Kingdom)
AC 220 to 240 V 50/60 Hz
(For continental Europe)
AC 220 to 230 V 50/60 Hz
(For China)
AC 220 V 50 Hz
(For other areas)
AC 110 to 127 V/220 to 240 V
50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
Using AC adaptor
(MP3/CD-DA): 0.9 W/0.8 W
Recharging: 3.7 W
Dimensions (WCHCD):
136.2 mmC17.3 mmC136 mm
Mass: 188 g(with batteries)
136 g(without batteries)
Operational temperature range:
0 GC to 40 GC
Rechargeable temperature range:
5 GC to 40 GC
AC adaptor standby power
consumption: 0.3 W
Note:
Specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are
approximate.
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (private households)
This symbol on the products and/or accompanying
documents means that used electrical and electronic
products should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these
products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted
on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be
able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase
of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health
and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate
waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details
of your nearest designated collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in
accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please
contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
-If you see this symbol-
Display
If the surfaces are dirty wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
pNever use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
pBefore using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the
cloth carefully.
wPlay time
Using on a flat stable surface at 25 GC, all sound quality effects are cancelled, Hold is on, Anti-skip is on POS 1 (CD-DA) and recommended bit rate
(MP3: 128 kbps). Play times are in hours and approximate.
pThe play time may be less depending on the operating conditions.
pPlay time will be considerably reduced when playing CD-RW.
Maintenance
(For Europe)
Batteries used MP3 CD-DA
2 alkaline batteriesa2105 60
2 supplied rechargeable batteriesa145 25
2 supplied rechargeable batteriesa1and 2 alkaline batteriesa2 150 85
a1When fully charged a2When using the external battery case
(For other areas)
Batteries used MP3 CD-DA
2 alkaline batteriesa2130 73
2 supplied rechargeable batteriesa150 28
2 supplied rechargeable batteriesa1and 2 alkaline batteriesa2 170 100
a1When fully charged a2When using the external battery case
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CAUTION!
pDO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE,
BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE.
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE
TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND
ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE
VENTILATION VENTS.
pDO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
pDO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS
LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
pDISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY MANNER.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS
VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.
This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please
increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily
accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain
readily operable.
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.
For Europe, China and sets purchased in Japan:
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.
For other areas:
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.
(For China)
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(For other areas)
NORSK
ADVARSEL!
pAPPARATET MÅ IKKE PLASSERES I EN BOKHYLLE, ET
INNEBYGGET KABINETT ELLER ET ANNET LUKKET STED
HVOR VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE ER UTILSTREKKELIGE.
SØRG FOR AT GARDINER ELLER LIGNENDE IKKE FORVERRER
VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE, SÅ RISIKO FOR ELEKTRISK
SJOKK ELLER BRANN FORÅRSAKET AV OVERHETING UNNGÅS.
pAPPARATETS VENTILASJONSÅPNINGER MÅ IKKE DEKKES TIL
MED AVISER, BORDDUKER , GARDINER OG LIGNENDE.
p
PLASSER IKKE ÅPEN ILD, SLIK SOM LEVENDE LYS, OPPÅ APPARATET.
pBRUKTE BATTERIER MÅ KASSERES UTEN FARE FOR MILJØET.
ADVARSEL!
DETTE PRODUKTET ANVENDER EN LASER.
BETJENING AV KONTROLLER, JUSTERINGER ELLER
ANDRE INNGREP ENN DE SOM ER BESKREVET I DENNE
BRUKSANVISNING, KAN FØRE TIL FARLIG BESTRÅLING.
DEKSLER MÅ IKKE ÅPNES, OG FORSØK ALDRI Å
REPARERE APPARATET PÅ EGENHÅND. ALT SERVICE OG
REPARASJONSARBEID MÅ UTFØRES AV KVALIFISERT PERSONELL.
ADVARSEL:
FOR Å REDUSERE FAREN FOR BRANN, ELEKTRISK STØT ELLER
SKADER PÅ PRODUKTET, MÅ DETTE APPARATET IKKE UTSETTES
FOR REGN, FUKTIGHET, VANNDRÅPER ELLER VANNSPRUT. DET
MÅ HELLER IKKE PLASSERES GJENSTANDER FYLT MED VANN,
SLIK SOM BLOMSTERVASER, OPPÅ APPARATET.
DETTE APPARATET ER BEREGNET TIL BRUK UNDER MODERATE
KLIMAFORHOLD.
Utstyret bør plasseres i nærheten av AC-stikkontakten, og støpslet
må være lett tilgjengelig hvis det skulle oppstå problemer.
SUOMI
VAROITUS!
p
ÄLÄ ASENNA TAI LAITA TÄTÄ LAITETTA KABINETTITYYPPISEEN
KIRJAKAAPPIIN TAI MUUHUN SULJETTUUN TILAAN, JOTTA
TUULETUS ONNISTUISI. VARMISTA, ETTÄ VERHO TAI MIKÄÄN MUU
MATERIAALI EI HUONONNA TUULETUSTA, JOTTA VÄLTETTÄISIIN
YLIKUUMENEMISESTA JOHTUVA SÄHKÖISKU- TAI TULIPALOVAARA.
p
ÄLÄ PEITÄ LAITTEEN TUULETUSAUKKOJA SANOMALEHDELLÄ,
PÖYTÄLIINALLA, VERHOLLA TAI MUULLA VASTAAVALLA ESINEELLÄ.
pÄLÄ ASETA PALAVAA KYNTTILÄÄ TAI MUUTA AVOTULEN
LÄHDETTÄ LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.
p
HÄVITÄ PARISTOT LUONTOA VAHINGOITTAMATTOMALLA TAVALLA.
VAROITUS!
LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA
MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN
1 YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VAROITUS:
TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI TUOTETTA KOHTAAVAN MUUN VAHINGON
VÄHENTÄMISEKSI EI LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE, KOSTEUDELLE,
VESIPISAROILLE TAI ROISKEELLE, EIKÄ NESTETTÄ SISÄLTÄVIÄ ESINEITÄ,
KUTEN ESIMERKIKSI MALJAKOITA, SAA ASETTAA LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.
TÄMÄ LAITE ON TARKOITETTU KÄYTETTÄVÄKSI LEUDOSSA ILMASTOSSA.
Laite tulee asettaa lähelle verkkopistorasiaa ja pistokkeen täytyy olla
sellaisessa asennossa, että siihen on helppo tarttua ongelman sattuessa.
3
(Bottom of product)
(Inside of product)
(Produktets innside)
(Tuotteen sisällä)
(For China) (For other areas)
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Power supply
Supplied Accessories
p1 Pair of stereo earphones:
Europe: L0BAB0000190
Other areas: L0BAB0000198
p1 Wired remote control:
Europe: N2QCBD000053
Other areas: N2QCBD000051
p1 AC adaptor:
The United Kingdom: RFEA435B-2S
Continental Europe: RFEA431E-2S
China: RFEA437T-1S
Sets purchased in Japan: RFA2733
Other areas: RFEA444Z-1S
p1 External battery case: RFA2666-H
p2 Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries:
Recommended replacement rechargeable batteries:
HHF-AZ01/HHF-1P (Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries)
Always use the supplied or recommended replacement rechargeable batteries.
Correct operation cannot be guaranteed if other rechargeable batteries are used.
p1 Battery carrying case: RFC0062-X
For areas except Europe:
p1 Soft case: RFC0071A-C
For areas except Europe and China:
p1 Power plug adaptor: K2DA42E00001
If the power plug will not fit your socket,
use the power plug adaptor.
For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland
wSales and Support Information
Customer Care Centre
pFor customers within the UK: 08705 357357
pFor customers within the Republic of Ireland : 01 289 8333
pVisit our website for product information
pE-mail: customer[email protected]
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
pOrder accessory and consumable items for your product with ease
and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday -
Thursday 9:00am – 5:30pm, Friday 9:30am – 5:30pm (Excluding
public holidays).
pOr go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application
at www.panasonic.co.uk.
pMost major credit and debit cards accepted.
pAll enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided
directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
pIt couldn’t be simpler!
pAlso available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide
range of finished products, take a browse on our website for
further details.
Check the packing carton for these accessories.
Use product numbers indicated when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of August 2005. These may be subject to change.)
pTo save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug the AC adaptor from the household mains socket.
pAC adaptor standby power consumption: 0.3 W
pThe unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is
connected to an electrical outlet.
Play time page 2, Specifications
The battery indicator (This indicator appears when the unit is on.)
pBefore playing starts the battery indicator level may temporarily
go down or flash although the batteries are not drained. It appears
correctly once you start play.
The unit switches off shortly after
the indicator starts flashing.
The unit will also work when using the AC adaptor only.
Connect the AC adaptor (above).
AC adaptor
pYou can get extended play time by using the dry cell batteries
together with the rechargeable batteries in the unit.
Dry cell batteries (not included)

Insert into
both the
DC IN jack
and EXT
BATT jack.

Insert
batteries. EXT
BATT
DC IN

Press and open.
“LR6, AA” alkaline batteries
pThe configuration of the AC adaptor differs according to the area.
pYou can recharge the batteries before they are fully discharged.
pFit the battery lid so it is secure and flush with the battery
compartment. If it comes loose, it may scratch your discs.
Recharging takes approx. 3 to 4 hours (a maximum of approx. 6 hours).
(When using the supplied rechargeable batteries.)
Rechargeable batteries can be recharged approximately 300 times.
Using the rechargeable batteries Charge the batteries first!
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN

Press to
open the lid.
+
-
+
-
OPEN

Insert the
rechargeable batteries.
Press down on 
end when removing.
OPEN

Close
securely.

Press the tab firmly,
and lift upwards.
CHG
Recharging starts.
Recharging complete.
The “CHG” lamp lights.
The “CHG” lamp goes out.
AC adaptor
DC IN 
Insert the AC
adaptor into
a household
mains socket.

Insert into the
DC IN jack.

To household
mains socket
Recharge the batteries.
Turn the unit off before recharging (page 5).
pRemove the rechargeable batteries from the unit if it is not used for a
long time.
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
U VOL T
10:01
HOLD
/
HOLD 
3
BP ON
BP OFF
MP3
1 0:01
MP3
OPEN 
 Insert a disc and
close the disc lid.
Note on CD-R and CD-RW
For CD-DA format, use a music disc and finalizeait after recording. The unit
may not be able to play some discs due to the condition of the recording.
aA process performed after recording that enables CD-R/CD-RW players to play
audio CD-R and CD-RW.
wUnit limitations
p Only the artist name and track title ID3 tags (version 1.0 and 1.1) are displayed.
pThis unit is compatible with multi-session discs but if there are a lot
of sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of
sessions to a minimum to avoid this.
pThis unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.
pDepending on how you create MP3 files, they may not play in the
order you numbered them or may not play at all.
Tone on
Remote control button guide
While stopped, each
time you press and hold
Tone off
Remote control operation tone
Move this when the
earphones are not in use.
(Prevents tangling)
Bottom of product
removing a disc
 Tilt to control the
volume. (0 to 25)
(T: Increase
U: Decrease)
(The power switches
on, and play starts.)
Open the lid.
Press firmly into
the unit.
Listening to CDs ( Basic play)
Elapsed play
time of track
Current track
number
Insert the
plug fullya.
(The unit and remote control each
have independent HOLD switches.)
Long cord to
the right
side to the right ear,
side to the left ear
For Europe
For other
areas
Pause
Remote control Main unit
Cannot operate.
/
Press.
pPress again to restart play.
Remote control Main unit
Press.
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Press.
6 25
ALBUM
Number of albums Number of tracks
MP3
CD-DA 11 51:52
Number of tracks Total play time
Stop
Remote control Main unit
 While stopped,
press and hold.
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While stopped, press.
(Everything disappears from the display.)
pIf the unit is left in stop mode for approximately 10 minutes, it turns
itself off automatically.
Turn off
Search
Remote control Main unit
Backward
ޓ
Forward Backward

Forward
While playing, tilt and hold.
While playing, press and hold.
pYou can only search within the current track except for during all
track repeat (page 6) and regular play.
p
When playing MP3, the elapsed play time displayed may differ from the
actual elapsed time particularly while searching MP3 with variable bit rates.
pWhen searching during play, the sound is interrupted longer while
playing MP3 than CD-DA.
pWhen searching MP3 during play, short tracks (less than approx. 10
seconds for MP3 recorded at 128 kbps) may be skipped.
Until the album you want appears,
Remote control Main unit
Backward
ޓ
Forward Backward

Forward
tilt and hold, while stopped.
press and hold, while stopped.
Album number Number of tracks in an album
3 10
ALBUM
Album Skip MP3
EQ
Remote control
MP3
and
CD-DA
indicate limitations on these discs only.
Lights while playing MP3 
Press
Tilt left Tilt right
Tilt up
Tilt down
aIf the plug is not fully inserted,
problems may occur with the remote
control display and operation, and
the sound may be interrupted.
Insert the
plug fullya.
Remote control Main unit
Backward
ޓ
Forward
Backward

Forward
Tilt. Press.
pTilt left twice (Remote control) or press [] twice (Main unit) to
skip to the beginning of the previous track while playing.
pYou cannot use [] to skip to the previous track during random
play (page 6).
Skip
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.MP3
001album
CD-ROM drive
001track.mp3
Prefix with 3-digit numbers in the order you
want to play
Naming tracks and albums
Extension
(or
.MP3)
002album
004track.mp3
005track.mp3
004album
008track.MP3
009track.MP3
003album
006track.mp3
007track.MP3
4
3
1
2Up to 32 characters
ID3 tags are limited to 30 characters
If you create an album like this, the
files may not play in the order you
numbered them.
The albums would play in the order
, , , .
wWhen creating MP3 files to play on this unit
Disc formats: ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 (except for extended formats)
Playing MP3
MP3: One method of compressing data with little loss to the original
sound quality.

Press.Slide to cancel HOLD.
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Handy functionsPlayback modes
When the display is difficult to see...(Contrast adjustment)
(On the main unit)
Set the main unit to HOLD while stopped. While pressing and holding
[/], press [T] (darker) or [U] (lighter).
To see the display in the dark
Each time you change the position of the hold switch on the remote
control, the display will light for approx. 5 seconds.
EQ
p If you select 3D-1 or 3D-2, the sound volume may be reduced.
pThe effect may differ with different kinds of music.
pSound may be interrupted when switching between EQ settings.
p If you select 3D-1 or 3D-2 then try playing a disc that contains both CD-ROM
format and CD-DA format tracks, there will be a brief noise when the disc
changes from playing the CD-ROM format track to the CD-DA format one.
pIf RMTR is ON when playing MP3, the effects are cancelled as soon as
CD-DA is played.
MODE
MP3
You cannot select “RND” and “A
7
B” with MP3.
77RND RND A
17B
7
One track
repeat
All track
repeat
Random Random
repeat
No display (cancelled)
AB repeat
(below)
While playing
While paused
or
p“~” is displayed in place of anything over 32 characters.
p“_” is displayed in place of characters this unit cannot display.
p“ ” appears if ID3 tags haven’t been entered.
MEMO/DISP
RQT8193
Track title
ID3 track title
Track number and
elapsed play time
Album title
MYBEST
Sympho
Id3 Dream
Id3 Symph
2 1:26
ID3 artist name
MP3
and
CD-DA
indicate
limitations on these discs only.
Changing play modes Changing the sound quality/the sound effects
Changing the display
MP3


While stopped, tilt to select
the track number.

MEMO/DISP
Press to enter.
Track number
01 M
ALBUM
1
3M
Sequence number Album number
MP3
01
3M
Track number Sequence number
will appear after
[MEMO/DISP] is pressed
CD-DA
Repeat steps to to program up to 20 tracks.
Press to play.
Confirm tracks selected: While playing, press [MEMO/DISP].
Cancel: While playing, press [/w] (Remote control)./
Press [w] (Main unit).
(“M” disappears.)
Playing desired tracks only (Program play)
MODE
Playing only the tracks in a selected album
(Album mode) MP3
pTo select another album (page 5, Album skip)
pYou cannot select album mode during program play (above).
Each time you press and hold
No display
(cancelled)
Album mode
(Only tracks on the desired
album are played)
H.BASS
H.BASST
S-XBS
S-XBST
TRAIN
Boosts the bass
Reduces sound leaks
and listening fatigue
Enhanced S-XBS
No display (Cancels all
sound quality effects)
Enhanced H.BASS
Add powerful bass
MP3
RMTR (Digital Re-master):
You can regenerate signal frequency
lost during compression, restoring the
sound to near pre-compression form.
While playing, each time
you press While playing, each time
you press and hold
wChanging the sound quality wChanging the sound effects
Sound field of 3D
3D-1
3D-2
RMTR
MP3
Enhanced 3D-1
More natural
sound quality
No display (Cancels all
sound quality effects)
The anti-skip function (ANTI-SKIP SYSTEM) reduces or eliminates skipping
caused by vibration. You can change the anti-skip memory time.
MEMO/DISP
POS2 POS1
Anti-skip enhanced mode
Able to withstand a maximum of
45 seconds of vibration
Sound enhanced mode
Able to withstand a maximum of
10 seconds of vibration
MP3 You cannot change the memory time for MP3. It is a maximum
of 100 seconds for MP3 recorded at 128 kbps.
Changing the anti-skip mode
CD-DA
While stopped,
each time you press and hold
While playing, each time
you press and hold
Turn off this unit and the other equipment before connection.
Insert each plug fully. (Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo)
If you don’t want the remote control operation tone, turn it off (page 5).
Each time you press
To CD or AUX terminals
Audio system
and so on
Main unit
Remote
control
Audio cable (not included)
pYou cannot use an
optical cable.


wSpecifying the AB segment
Press to specify the start point (A).
Press once more to specify the end point (B).
pStop or skip (page 5) to cancel.
pIf you do not specify point B this will automatically be set as the
end of the disc. Repeat begins when this point is reached. You can
also specify point B again by pressing [MEMO/DISP].
MEMO/DISP
Backward
MP3
and
CD-DA
indicate
limitations on these discs only.
You can combine the sound quality and sound effects settings. Set the
sound quality by pressing [EQ], then the sound effects by pressing and
holding [EQ]. (You can also set the sound effects first.)
Forward
When connecting the unit to other equipment, set the volume
level between 10 to 15, then use the volume control on the other
equipment to adjust the volume.
Connecting to other equipment
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