Philips AZ1856 User manual

AZ1856MP3-CD Soundmachine
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Supplied accessories
– AC power cord – Remote control
Top and front panels (See 1)
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ce selector:DISC/USB, FM,TAPE,
OFF
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selects CD/MP3-CD (or USB mode), or radio
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switches off the set
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starts or pauses disc/USB playback
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For disc
/ USB play:
–skips to the beginning of a current/
previous/ later track
–fast searches backwards and forwards
within a track
9
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stops disc/USB playback;
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erases a program
3Display
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shows disc/USB play functions
4USB REC –
copy one file or all files of a disc to an external portable USB storage device/MP3 player
5USB DELETE –
delete one file or all files of an external portable USB storage device/MP3 player
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– infrared sensor for remote control
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USB/CD – enters disc or USB mode
8LIFT TO OPEN – opens/closes the DISC
door
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TUNING
– tunes to radio stations
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adjusts volume level
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Cassette keys ;-
interrupts recording or playback
9/-
stops the tape and to open the casstte
holder
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5/ 6-
fast winds/rewinds the tape
1-
starts playback
0-
starts recording
@USB DIRECT –connects an external USB
mass storage device
#DBB –for a more vivid bass response
Back panel (See 1)
$Telescopic antenna –improves FM
reception
%p– 3.5 mm stereo headphone socket
Helpful hints: The speakers will be muted when headphones are connected to the set.
^ AC~ MAINS – inlet for power cord &Battery door –open to insert 6 x 1.5V
R-14/ UM2/ C-cells
Remote control (See 2)
1CD – enters disc mode 2USB – enters USB mode 3MODE – selects different play modes: e.g.
REP, REP ALL, SHUF REP ALL or SHUF (random order)
4PROG – programs tracks and reviews the
program
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– stops DISC/USB playback; – erases a program
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– starts/ pauses DISC/USB playback
7∞§
For disc
/ USB play:
– fast searches back and forward – skips to the beginning of a current track/
previous/ later track
8ALBUM 3 / 4
For MP3-CD/USB play: selects albums
9DEL –deletes one file or all files stored on
the external USB device
0REC –
copy one file or all files of a disc to an external portable USB storage device/MP3 player
Power Supply Whenever convenient, use the power supply cord if you want to conserve battery life. Make sure you remove the plug from the set and wall outlet before inserting batteries. Batteries Main set (See 1)
• Insert 6batteries, type R-14, UM2 or C-
cells (not included, preferably alkaline) with the correct polarity. Remote control
Important! • Before using the remote control, remove
the insulation plastic tab as shown in figure !.
• If the remote control does not function
correctly or the operating range is reduced, replace the battery with a new (CR2025) type battery
1 Press and hold the latch (A) in the direction
as shown in figure !.
2 Simultaneously, pull the battery tray (B) out. 3 Replace a new battery, and fully insert the
battery tray back to the original position.
•Incorrect use of batteries can cause elec-
trolyte leakage and will corrode the compart- ment or cause the batteries to burst:
•Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with
carbon zinc. Only use batteries of the same type for the set.
•When inserting new batteries, do not try to
mix old batteries with the new ones.
• Remove the batteries if the set is not to be
used for a long time. Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly.
Using AC power
1 Check if the power/mains voltage, as shown
on the type plate located on the bottom of the set,corresponds to your local power supply. If it does not, consult your dealer or service center.
2 Connect the power cord to the
AC~ MAINS inlet and the wall socket.The
set is now ready for use.
3 To switch the set off completely, withdraw the
power cord from the wall socket.
4Install the unit near the AC outlet and where
the AC power plug can be easily reached.
•Disconnect the power cord from the wall
socket to protect your set during heavy thun- derstorms. Children could seriously injure themselves as the free end of the cable may still be live if only the connector is removed from the MAINS socket at the back of the unit. The type plate is located on the bottom of the set. Auto power saving
•When the source selector is adjusted to
DISC/USB and the set is in the PAUSE position for 5 minutes, the set will be auto
switched to the stop position to save power. Helpful hints:
–To avoid unnecessary energy consumption,
always adjust the source selector to OFF after using the set.
CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in unsafe operation.
English Controls / Power Suppy Power Supply
Basic functions Switching on/off the set
1 To switch on, adjust the source selector to
DISC/USB, FM or TAPE as desired.
2 To switch off, adjust the source selector to
OFF. Adjusting sound Adjust the sound with the VOLUME and
DBB controls.
Radio reception
1 Push the source selector to FM
2Tu r n TUNING to tune in a radio station.
3To switch off the radio, adjust the source
selector to OFF.
Helpful hints: To improve reception
•For FM,extend, incline and turn the
telescopic antenna. Reduce its length if the signal is too strong.
Playing a tape
1.Set the source selector to TAPE. 2. Press
9/
to open the cassette holder.
3Insert a recorded cassette. 4. Press 1and playback will start.
5.Adjust the sound using the VOLUME and
DBB controls.
6.For brief interruptions, press ;. Press ;again
to resume playback.
7 By pressing 5or 6,fast winding of the tape
is possible in both directions.
8.To stop playback, press 9
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➜The keys are automatically released at the
end of the tape.
9. Set the source selector to OFF position
(with the cassette keys released) to switch off the set.
Note :
– During playback, the keys are automatically released at the end of a tape and the set is switched off (unless PAUSE mode ;has been
activated.) – During fast forwarding/rewinding, the keys will not be released at the end of a tape. To switch off the set, make sure the cassette keys are also released.
Cassette recording General information on cassette recording
•Recording is permissible insofar as copyright
or other rights of third parties are not infringed.
•This deck is not suitable for recording on
CHROME (IEC II) or METAL (IEC IV) type cassettes. For recording you should use NORMAL type cassettes (IEC I) on which the tabs have not been broken.
•Check and tighten slack tape before use
with a pencil to avoid jamming the deck machanism.
•The recording level is set automatically.
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Cassette Recorderr MP3-CD/ CD Player
Note:
–No recording will take place during the 7
seconds in the beginning of the tape. –To prevent the accidental erasure of a
recording, keep the cassette side to be safe- guarded in front of you and break out the left tab. Recording on this side is no longer possible.
Recording from radio
1. Set the source selector to FM. 2. For radio, tune to the desired radio station
using the TUNING knob.
3. Press
9 /
to open the cassette holder.
4. Inser t a blank tape. 5. Press 0to star t recording.
6. For brief interruptions, press ;.To resume
recording, press ;again.
7. To stop recording, press
9/
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Synchro start CD/USB recording
1. .Set the source selector to DISC/USB. 2. Inser t a CD/USB device and if desired, pro-
gramme disc track numbers. ➜Press USB/CD to select CD/USB mode
3. Press
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to open the cassette holder.
4. Inser t a blank cassette. 5. Press 0to star t recording.
➜Playing of the CD programme starts auto-
matically from the beginning of the pro- gramme.
6. For brief interruptions, press ;..To resume
recording, press ;again.
7. To stop recording press
9 /
To select and record a particular pas- sage within a track
1. Press and hold ∞or §on the set to select
a passage.
2. Put the CD player in ;position at the
selected passage. ➜Recording will start from this exact point
when you press 0.
3. Press
2;
to start recording.
About MP3 The music compression technology MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) significantly reduce the digital data of an audio CD while maintaining CD quality sound.
•Getting MP3 files: you can either download
legal music files from the internet to your computer hard disc, or create such files by converting audio CD files in your computer through appropriate encoder software. (128kbps bit rate or higher is recommended for MP3 files.)
•Creating a MP3 CD: burn the music files
from your computer hard disc on a CDR or CDRW using your CD burner. Helpful hints:
– Make sure that the file names of the MP3 files
end with .mp3 or .wma.
– Number of albums: maximum 500 – Number of tracks: maximum 1000 – The length of file names affects the number of
tracks for playback.With shorter file names, more files can be burned on a disc.
Playing a disc This player plays Audio Discs including CD-R/ CD-RW, MP3 CD and WMA. Do not try to play a CD-ROM, CD-I, CDV,VCD, DVD or computer CD.
IMPORTANT! •CDs encoded with copyright protection
technologies by some record companies may be unplayable by this product.
•DRM-protected WMA disc is not supported. 1Adjust the source selector to
DISC/USB. ➜Display shows uSb (see 3), or No if no
USB device available (see 4)
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No sound/ power –Volume not adjusted •Adjust the VOLUME –Power cord not securely connected •Connect the AC power cord properly –Batteries dead/ incorrectly inserted •Insert (fresh) batteries correctly –Disc contains non-audio files •Insert a suitable disc or press
∞ or §
once or more
skip to an audio track, instead of the data files.
Display does not function properly/No reaction to operation of any of the controls –Electrostatic discharge •Switch off and unplug the set. Reconnect after a
few seconds.
No indication –It is set in the USB mode. •Press CD/USB to select CD mode.
–No disc inserted •Insert a suitable disc –Disc badly scratched or dirty •Replace/clean CD (See Maintenance) –CD-R(W) is blank or the disc is not finalized. •Use a finalized CD-R(W) –Laser lens steam up •Wait until lens has cleared.
Note: Make sure the CD is not encoded with Copyright protection technologies, as some do not conform to the Compact Disc standard. The disc skips tracks –Disc damaged or dirty •Replace or clean disc –Shuffle or program is active •Switch off shuffle/program Sound skips during MP3 playback –MP3 file made at compression level exceeding
320kbps
•Use a lower compression level to record CD
tracks into MP3 format
–Disc damaged or dirty •Replace or clean disc. Note: DRM-protected WMA disc is not supported. The USB device doesn’t play on my AZ1856 –It is not set in the USB mode. •Press CD/USB to select USB mode. –The device is not securely connected to AZ1856’s
USB direct.
•Re-connect the device, and make sure that the
device is powered on.
–The device is not supported by AZ1856, or the audio
file format stored on the device is not supported by AZ1856.
•Use a compatible device/ playable audio file
format.
The disc file cannot be recorded to the USB device –You stop recording when the MP3 or WMA file you
want to record is still playing.
•Stop recording only when the playback of MP3 or
WMA file is wholly completed.
–The memory of the USB device runs out. •Delete some unwanted files on the USB device to
free some memory, or use another USB device of sufficient free memory to record.
–The name of a MP3 or WMA file on the disc is
identical to the one of a file on the USB device.
•Change to a different name for the file on the
USB device.
Ta pe operation/recording –
Recording or playback cannot be made
•
Clean deck parts, see "Maintenance".
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Use only NORMAL (IEC I) tape.
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Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing tab space.
Troubleshooting
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre. WARNING: Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock. Under no cir-
cumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invali- date the guarantee.
Safety information
•Place the set on a hard, flat and stable surface
so that the system does not tilt.
•Where the MAINS plug or an appliance cou-
pler is used as the disconnect device, the dis- connet device shall remain readily operable.
•Do not expose the set, batteries, CDs to
humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.
•The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing.
•Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of
15 cm between the ventilation holes and sur- rounding surfaces is necessary to prevent heat build-up.
•The ventilation should not be impeded by
covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc..
•No objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
•No naked flame sources, such as lighted can-
dles, should be placed on the apparatus.
•The mechanical parts of the set contain
self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated.
•To clean the set, use a dry cloth. Do not use
any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these may harm the housing.
CD player and CD handling
•If the CD player cannot read CDs correctly,
use a cleaning CD to clean the lens before taking the set to repair.
•The lens of the CD player should never be
touched!
•Sudden changes in the surrounding
temperature can cause condensation on the lens of your CD player. Playing a CD is then not possible. Do not attempt to clean the lens but leave the set in a warm environment until the moisture evaporates.
•Always close the CD door to avoid dust on
the lens.
•To clean the CD, wipe in a straight line from
the center towards the edge using a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use cleaning agents as they may damage the disc.
•Never write on a CD or attach any stickers
to it.
Cassette recorder
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To ensure a good recording and playback
of the tape deck, clean parts A,Band C show in the diagram below, after approx. 50 hours of operation, or on average once a month. Use a cotton bud slightly mois- tened with alcohol or a special head clean- ing fluid to clean the deck.
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Open the cassette holder by pressing
9/
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Press 1and clean the rubber pressure rollers C.
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Press ;and clean the magnetic heads A
and also the capstans B.
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After cleaning, press
9/
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Cleaning of the heads can also be done by playing a cleaning
cassette through once.
Safety & Maintenance (See 0)
USB Connection
Recorded files managing
•In your USB device, a folder named_PHILIPS
will be automatically created to manage all the recorded audio files.
•Under _PHILIPS folder, sub-folders starting
from F001, F002, F003... will also be created to store the files recorded at different recording intervals (such as changing disc, re-plugging the USB device).
•The recorded file(s) will be stored in either
.mp3 format (for CDDA music or MP3 file), or .wma format (for WMA file).
•For MP3 and WMA file, the file name will be
directly copied as recorded file name. For CDDA music file, the file name will be changed to F001T001, F001T002.... Helpful hints: – In recording mode (even the USB device is unplugged from the set), selections of track/album, play modes (repeat and shuffle modes) are not available. – Copyright-protected CD will not be recorded. – DRM-protected WMA is not supported. – Do not directly unplug the USB device to stop recording for a possible loss of some of the recorded contents. – For some USB device of low speed, the playback may go with muted sound for some seconds which will depend on the capability of the low-speed USB device. – During recording, if "Prt" is displayed, it means that the disc/file being played is either copy- right-protected CDDA disc or DRM-protected WMA file. Such disc/file will not be recorded. You need to change CD, or skip track(s). – During recording, if the display shows 2-second-flashing "Err", then "tr", it means that the file being played is invalid (un-recordable). You need to skip track(s). – During recording, if the display shows 2-second-flashing "Err", then "dup", it means that the file being played has been previously recorded due to the same file name as the previously recorded one. You need to skip track. Or you need to switch off and on again the set, a new sub-folder will be created to record it.
Deleting audio files/album on a USB device
1Adjust the source selector to
DISC/USB.
2Press USB/CD to enter USB mode if USB
is NOT displayed.
3Plug a USB mass storage device. 4Select the track you want to delete before
or during playback.
•In the stop position, you may select
an album to delete.
5Briefly press DEL on the remote.
➜“OELE”is displayed, flashing (see 9).
6To delete it, press DEL again.
➜The playback of the USB device will
come to the stop position.
7To not to delete, wait until flashing “DEL”
disappears after 4 seconds of flashing, or just press 9. Helpful hints: – For some MP3 players, AZ1856 will read it as only one folder which will wrap up all the audio files on the player regardless of more than one folder on that player. – AZ1856 may not be able to delete a file /albume stored on some MP3 players.
The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material, including com- puter programmes, files, broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an infringe- ment of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence.This equipment should not be used for such purposes.
INFORMATION REGARDING USB DIRECT:
1. Compatibility of the USB connection on this product:
a) This product supports most USB Mass storage devices (MSD) that these devices are compliant
to the USB MSD standards.
i) Most common Mass storage class devices are flash drives, memory sticks, jump drives and etc. ii) If you see a "Disc Drive" showing up on your computer after you have plugged the mass
storage device into your computer, most likely it is MSD compliant and it will work with this product.
b) If your Mass storage device requires a battery/power source, please make sure you have a
fresh battery in it or charge the USB device first and then plug it into this product again.
2. Supported Music type:
a) This device only supports unprotected music with file extension: .mp3 .wma b) Music bought from on-line music stores are not supported because they are secured by
Digital Rights Management protection (DRM).
c) File name extensions that ended with the following are not supported: .wav; .m4a; .m4p; .mp4;
.aac and etc.
3. No Direct connection can be made from a Computer USB port to this product even you have
either or both mp3 or wma file in your computer.
Environmental information All unnecessary packaging material has been omitted.The packaging can be easily separated into three materials: cardboard, polystyrene and plastic. Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassem- bled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regula- tions regarding the disposal of packaging, dead batteries and old equipment.
Hearing Safety
Listen at a moderate volume.
•Using headphones at a high volume can impair your hearing. This product can produce sounds in
decibel ranges that may cause hearing loss for a normal person, even for exposure less than a minute. The higher decibel ranges are offered for those that may have already experienced some hearing loss.
•Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of
sound. So after prolonged listening, what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. To guard against this, set your volume to a safe level before your hearing adapts and leave it there. To establish a safe volume level:
•Set your volume control at a low setting. •Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, without distortion.
Listen for reasonable periods of time:
•Prolonged exposure to sound, even at normally "safe" levels, can also cause hearing loss. •Be sure to use your equipment reasonably and take appropriate breaks.
Be sure to observe the following guidelines when using your headphones.
•Listen at reasonable volumes for reasonable periods of time. •Be careful not to adjust the volume as your hearing adapts. •Do not turn up the volume so high that you can't hear what's around you. •You should use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
•Do not use headphones while operating a motorized vehicle, cycling, skateboarding, etc.; it may
create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
USB Connection
Playing a USB mass storage device
1Make sure that your AZ1856 is being
powered by AC mains or specified batteries.
2Adjust the source selector to
DISC/USB. ➜Display shows uSb (see 3), or No if no
USB device available (see 4)
3Press USB/CD to enter USB mode if USB is
NOT displayed. ➜Display will show uSb (see 3).
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USB mass storage device to AZ1856’s USB port marked . If needed, use a suitable USB cable to connect between the device and AZ1856’s USB port. ➜The device will automatically power on.
•If the device is not powered on, turn on the
power manually, then re-connnect it. ➜AZ1856’s display shows USB and the total
number of playable audio files (Max. displayed track number is 1000) stored on the device.
5Press
2; on your AZ1856 to start play.
➜AZ1856’s display will show USB and share
the display information illustrated in the disc operation.
Helpful hints: – Make sure that file names of MP3 files end with .mp3. and the file names of WMA files end with .wma. – For DRM protected WMA files, use Windows Media Player 10 (or later) for conversion. Visit www.microsoft.com for details about Windows Media Player and WM DRM (Windows Media Digital Rights Management). – For USB device playing, if the display shows "OL", it means that the USB device is electrically overloading AZ1856.You need to change a USB device.
CD/Tape/Tuner Ripping AZ1856 allows you to copy the music files or spoken contents of a disc/tape/station to the external USB device. . CD ripping
1Adjust the source selector to
DISC/USB.
2Insert a disc (audio CD or MP3 or WMA). 3Press USB/CD to enter CD mode if USB is
displayed.
4Plug a USB mass storage device. 5a Select the track(s) (in sequence) you want
to record.
5b Press USB REC (or REC on the remote)
and REC appears, flashing.
➜Disc playback will start automatically from
the beginning of the selected track.
6To stop recording, first press 9,then unplug
the USB device.
•During MP3 and WMA recording, make sure
the playback of the file you want to record is wholly completed before manually stop recording. Or any part of the file will not be recorded.
•During recording, if the memory of the USB
device runs out, playback will not continue. Ta pe/Tuner ripping
1Adjust the source selector to TAPE or
FM.
2Plug a USB mass storage device. 3Select the music file(s) (in sequence), or tune
to a desired station you want to record.
4Press once USB REC (or REC on the
remote) and REC appears flashing
➜Tape/tuner ripping begins. ➜Press
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if you want to interrupt tape rip-
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9
if you want to stop ripping.
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2Press USB/CD to enter CD mode if USB is
displayed. ➜Display will show cd (See 5). or No if
no disc in(See 6)
3Open the disc door. 4Insert a disc with the printed side facing up
and press the disc door gently to close. ➜Display:The total number of tracks appears. ➜The disc scanning of MP3-CD may run longer than audio CD.
5Press
2;
to start playback.
➜Display:
2
and the current track number.
For MP3-CD/ WMA only: ➜The current track number “XXX“ and file
format will be displayed (See 7).
6To pause playback press
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➜Display:
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flash.
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8To stop playback, press
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Helpful hints: The disc playback will also stop when:
–you open the disc compartment door ; –you select FM or OFF position; –the disc has reached the end of the playback.
Selecting a different track
•Press ∞or §once or repeatedly until the
desired track number appears in the display. For MP3-CD/WMA: First press ALBUM 3 / 4once or more to find your
album.
•In the pause/stop position, press 2; to start
playback.
Finding a passage within a track
1During playback, press and hold down
∞or §
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➜The disc is played at high speed and low
volume.
2When you recognize the passage you want,
release
∞or §
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➜Normal playback resumes.
Programming tracks You may store up to 40 tracks in the desired sequence. If you like, store any track more than once.
1In the stop position, press PROG to start
programming. ➜Display shows p 01 indicating the start
of the program. And the track number “XXX“flashes (See 8)
2Press
∞
or
§
to select your desired track
number. For MP3-CD/WMA: First press
ALBUM
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find your album.
3Press PROG to store the desired track.
➜Display shows p 02,indicating the next
program location available.
4Repeat steps 2to 3to select and store all
desired tracks.
5Press
2;
to play the program.
To review your program In the stop position, press and hold PROG 3 seconds. ➜The display shows all the stored tracks in sequence.
Helpful hints: –Display shows p 01 if no track is
programmed.
–If you try to store more than 20 tracks, no
track can be stored and the display will show FUL.
MP3-CD/ CD Player MP3-CD/ CD Player USB Connection
To erase a program You can erase a program by – pressing
9
(twice during playback or once
in the stop position) – selecting FM or OFF position; – opening the disc door. ➜ Display: PROG disappears.
Selecting different play modes You can select and change the various play modes before or during playback, and combine play modes with PROG. REP – plays the current track continuously. REP ALL – plays the entire disc/program continuously. SHUF REP ALL – plays all tracks continuously in random order SHUF – plays all tracks in random order.
1To select play modes, press MODE once or
more.
2Press 2; to start playback if in the stop
position.
3To select normal playback, press MODE
repeatedly until the various modes are no longer displayed.
– You can also press 9to cancel your play
modes.
Using USB connectivity
•AZ1856 is fitted with a USB port in the top
panel, offering a plug and play feature which allows you to play, from your AZ1836, digital music and spoken contents stored on a USB mass storage device.
•Using a USB mass storage device, you can
also enjoy all the features offered by AZ1856 which are explained and instructed in the sections of disc operation. Compatible USB mass storage devices With the AZ1856, you can use – USB flash memory (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1) – USB flash player (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1) • USB device which requires driver installation under Windows XP is not supported. Note: In some USB flash players (or memory devices), the stored contents are recorded using copyright protection technology. Such protected contents will be unplayable on any other devices (such as AZ1856 device). Supported formats: – USB or memory file format FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 (sector size: 512 - 4096 bytes) – MP3 bit rate (data rate): 32-320 kbps and variable bit rate – WMA v9 or earlier – Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8 levels – Number of albums: maximum 500 – Number of tracks: maximum 1000 – ID3 tag v2.0 or later – File name in Uicode UTF8 (maximum length: 128 bytes The system will not play or support the following: • Empty albums: an empty album is an album that does not contain MP3/WMA files, and will not be shown in the display. • Non-supported file formats are skipped. This means that e.g.: Word documents .doc or MP3 files with extension. dlf are ignored and will not be played. • AAC, WAV, PCM.NTFS audio files • DRM protected WMA files • WMA files in Lossess format
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