OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCCIONES DE MANEJO MODE D’EMPLOI
XP-Z3C
COMPACT DISC PLAYER
REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS COMPACTOS
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ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
OWNER’S RECORD
For your convenience, record the model number and the serial number (you will find it on the bottom of your set) in the space provided below. Please refer to them when you contact your Aiwa dealer in case of difficulty.
Model No. XP-Z3C 
Serial No.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
–Connect the equipment into an outlet on circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
Modifications or adjustments to this product, which are not expressly approved by the manufacturer, may void the user’s right or authority to operate this product.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
TABLE OF CONTENTS |
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PRECAUTIONS ........................................... |
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USING ON RECHARGEABLE |
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BATTERIES ............................................. |
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USING ON DRY CELL BATTERIES ............ |
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BEFORE PLAYBACK ................................. |
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PLAYBACK OF AUDIO DISC ................... |
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OTHER FUNCTIONS ................................ |
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NOTES ON MP3 FILES ............................. |
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PLAYBACK OF MP3 DISCS ..................... |
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CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL UNIT ....... |
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CONNECTING TO A CAR STEREO |
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SYSTEM ................................................ |
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MAINTENANCE ......................................... |
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TERMINOLOGY ........................................ |
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SPECIFICATIONS ..................................... |
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•An MP3 file stores audio data compressed using MPEG1/2/2.5, the audio layer-3 file-coding scheme.
•In this manual, CDs, CD-R discs and CD-RW discs are all referred to as
“discs”. We refer to what are called
“folder” and “file” in PC terminology as “album” and “track”.
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PRECAUTIONS
To maintain good performance
•Do not use the unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty or humid. In particular, do not use or keep the unit in following places.
•inahighhumidityareasuchasabathroom
•near a heater
•in an area exposed to direct sunlight
(e.g., inside a parked car, where it can become extremely hot)
•near sources of strong magnetism, such as televisions, speakers, or magnets
•where there is a lot of movement or vibration, such as on a car dashboard or an unstable shelf
For safety
•Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. Laser rays from the optical pickup are dangerous to the eyes.
•Make sure that pins or other foreign object do not get inside the player.
•Take care not to drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks.
•To keep dust from the pickup lens, keep the disc compartment lid closed after use.
Never touch the lens.
•If you hear no sound when playing a disc, DO NOT turn the volume up high because music could suddenly start at high volume. Turn the volume control to the lowest level before starting playback and slowly turn it up to the desired level.
Notes on listening with the headphones
•Listenatmoderatevolumestoavoidhearing damage.
•Do not wear the headphones while driving or cycling.It may create a traffic hazard.
•You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations, such as walking, jogging, etc.
•Wear them properly; L is left, R is right.
•The in-ear type headphones should be worn with the longer cord behind your neck.
CAUTION
Listening to headphone stereo at full power for extended periods of time can result in hearing damage.
Note on condensation
If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm one, it may result in condensation on the pickup lens and malfunction or playback difficulties.
Should this occur, leave the unit for a few hours, then try to playback again.
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USING ON RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
When using on the rechargeable batteries forthefirsttime,chargethemuntilthebattery indicators go out.
1 Insert the supplied rechargeable batteries with the 0and 9marks correctly aligned.
2 Place the unit on the charging stand,and then connect the AC adaptor.
Chargingstartsandthechargingindicator lights in red.
to a wall outlet
to the DC 4.5~ 6 V jack
Chargingindicator
When charging is completed, charging indicator goes out.
Recharging fully used batteries takes about 4 hours.
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To detach the unit from the charging stand
Lifttheunitupwardwhileholdingthecharging stand.
Time to recharge the batteries
The battery indicator in the display changes from 
to 
according to the remaining power of the batteries. Recharge the batteries when 
lights and “LowBatt” appears.
If the cover of the battery compartment comes off
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Notes on recharging |
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• Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the |
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charging stand to recharge the battery. |
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• Do not carry the battery in a pocket or |
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handbag together with metal objects such |
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as pendants or keyholders. Use the |
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supplied battery carrying case when |
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carrying the rechargeable battery. |
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• Do not short-circuit the terminals of the |
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rechargeable battery or charging stand. |
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• Do not disassemble the battery, heat it or |
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get it wet. |
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• The supplied rechargeable battery can be |
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recharged approximately 300 times. |
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USING ON AC HOUSE CURRENT
Connect the supplied AC adaptor in the same way as recharging the batteries.
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USING ON DRY CELL BATTERIES
Use the supplied battery case.
1Open the battery compartment of the supplied battery case,and insert two LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries with the 0and 9marks correctly aligned.
2 Attach the battery case to the unit.
Battery replacement
The battery indicator in the display changes from 
to 
according to the remaining power of the batteries. Replace the batteries when 
lights and “LowBatt” appears.
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If the cover of the battery compartment comes off
Notes on dry cell batteries
•Make sure that the 0 and 9 marks are correctly aligned.
•Do not mix the different types of batteries, or an old battery with a new one.
•To prevent the risk of electrolyte leakage or explosions, never recharge the batteries, apply heat to them, or take them apart.
•Whennotusingthebatteries,removethem to prevent needless battery drain.
•If liquid leaks from the batteries, wipe thoroughly to remove it.
For prolonged operation
Insert the fully charged rechargeable batteries in the unit and attach the battery case with two new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries inside.
For the maximum playback time, see “SPECIFICATIONS” on page 30.
BEFORE PLAYBACK
Using with the headphones
Connect the supplied headphones, remote control, and main unit.
R (right) L (left)
Clip
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•Be sure to press s to stop operation before you connect/disconnect the headphone or the remote control to/from the main unit.
•Whenyouputonthesuppliedheadphones, be sure to route the right headphone’s cord
(the longer one) around the back of your neck.
•The remote control can be clipped onto your clothing, etc. with the clip on the back of the remote control.
HOLD switch
HOLD RESUME
OFF
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Release the HOLD switch before playback. ba
When not using the unit, set the HOLD switch to the HOLD position. bb Accidentally pressed button will not function.
If buttons on the unit are pressed when only the HOLD switch on the unit is set to HOLD position, “HOLD” flashes in the display.
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BEFORE PLAYBACK
Turning on and off |
Auto power off |
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Ifnooperationisperformedwithin30seconds |
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on an audio disc or within 60 seconds on an |
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MP3disc,thepoweristurnedoffautomatically. |
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(Auto power off function) |
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• You can turn off the power by pressing s |
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before it is automatically turned off. |
Standby mode
When an operation finishes, the unit goes into standby mode until the auto power off function automatically turns off the power.
To enter standby mode, press eto start playback, then press s.
Turning the power on
Press e on the unit or c/a on the remote control. Power is turned on and playback starts.
Note
“ERROR”appearsonthedisplaywhenyouplay a disc placed upside-down or a defective disc.
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Adjusting the sound
Volume
Press VOLUME M/N on the unit or VOLUME -/+ on the remote control to adjust the volume.
DSL*
DSL
Press DSL on the remote control repeatedly for more powerful sound and deeper bass.
:Deep bass is emphasized
: Normal sound
*DSL: Dynamic Super Linear Bass |
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Loading a disc
1 Slide the OPEN switch to open the disc compartment.
OPEN
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BEFORE PLAYBACK
2Place a disc in the center with the label side facing up.
3 Close the disc compartment.
To remove the disc
Pick up the disc, holding its edge, while holding the pivot gently pressed.
Note
•The unit is designed for 8 cm discs only.
•TheunitcanplayaCD-R/RWdiscrecorded in MP3 or CD-DA format. However, some CD-R/RW discs recorded on some kinds of personalcomputersorCD-R/RWrecorders may not be playable on this unit, owing to the differences in recording platforms.
•Do not attach any sticker or label to either side (the recordable side or the labeled side) of a CD-R/RW disc. It may cause malfunction.
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