Aiwa XP-Z3C User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCCIONES DE MANEJO MODE D’EMPLOI

XP-Z3C

COMPACT DISC PLAYER REPRODUCTOR DE DISCOS

COMPACTOS

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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 T O 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

PRECAUTIONS ........................................... 3

USING ON RECHARGEABLE

BATTERIES ............................................. 4

USING ON DRY CELL BATTERIES............6

BEFORE PLAYBACK ................................. 7

PLAYBACK OF AUDIO DISC ................... 11

OTHER FUNCTIONS ................................ 13

NOTES ON MP3 FILES.............................17

PLAYBACK OF MP3 DISCS.....................20

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL UNIT ....... 27

CONNECTING TO A CAR STEREO

SYSTEM ................................................ 27

MAINTENANCE .........................................28

TERMINOLOGY ........................................ 29

SPECIFICATIONS ..................................... 30

• 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.

• in a high humidity area such as a bathroom

• 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

• Listen at moderate volumes to avoid hearing 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 for the first time, charge them until the battery indicators go out.

1 Insert the supplied rechargeable

batteries with the 0 and 9 marks correctly aligned.

2 Place the unit on the charging

stand,and then connect the AC adaptor.

Charging starts and the charging indicator lights in red.

to a wall outlet

to the DC 4.5~ 6 V jack

Charging indicator

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

Lift the unit upward while holding the charging stand.

If the cover of the battery compartment comes off

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.

Notes on recharging

• Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the charging stand to recharge the battery.

• Do not carry the battery in a pocket or handbag together with metal objects such as pendants or keyholders. Use the supplied battery carrying case when carrying the rechargeable battery.

• Do not short-circuit the terminals of the rechargeable battery or charging stand.

• Do not disassemble the battery, heat it or get it wet.

• The supplied rechargeable battery can be recharged approximately 300 times.

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.

1 Open the battery compartment of

the supplied battery case,and insert

LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries

two with the 0 and 9 marks 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.

• When not using the batteries, remove them 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

• Be sure to press s to stop operation before you connect/disconnect the headphone or the remote control to/from the main unit.

• When you put on the supplied headphones, 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

Release the HOLD switch before playback. b a When not using the unit, set the HOLD switch to the HOLD position. b b 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

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” appears on the display when you play a disc placed upside-down or a defective disc.

Auto power off

If no operation is performed within 30 seconds on an audio disc or within 60 seconds on an MP3 disc, the power is turned off automatically. (Auto power off function)

• You can turn off the power by pressing s 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 e to start playback, then press s.

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DSL

Adjusting the sound

Volume

Press VOLUME M/N on the unit or VOLUME -/+ on the remote control to adjust the volume.

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

Loading a disc

1 Slide the OPEN switch to open the

disc compartment.

OPEN

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BEFORE PLAYBACK

2 Place 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.

• The unit can play a CD-R/RW disc recorded in MP3 or CD-DA format. However, some CD-R/RW discs recorded on some kinds of personal computers or CD-R/RW recorders 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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