Panasonic SC-HC20 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Instrucciones de funcionamiento

Compact Stereo System

Sistema estéreo compacto

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY
STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Como socio de ENERGY STAR , Panasonic ha
determinado que este producto cumple con las

irectrices de la ENERGY STAR para el rendimiento

d
energético.

Model No. / Nº de modelo

SC-HC20

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.
Operations in these instructions are described using remote control, but
you can do the operations with the main unit if the controls are the same.
Your unit may not look exactly as illustrated.

If you have any questions contact

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

The warranty can be found on page 11.

Please return the product registration card (if included), or
register via the Internet at: www.panasonic.com/register

Estimado cliente

Muchas gracias por comprar este producto.
Antes de conectar, operar o ajustar este producto, por favor lea
completamente las instrucciones. Sírvase guardar este manual para su
consulta futura.
Las operaciones de estas instrucciones se describen principalmente
usando el mando a distancia, pero puede realizar las mismas
operaciones en la unidad principal.
Es posible que su unidad no sea exactamente como la que se muestra.

Por favor devuelva la tarjeta de registro del
producto (si se incluyó) o regístrese en Internet, en:
www.panasonic.com/register

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed
below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7)

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

8)

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly

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at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11)

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long

13)
periods of time.

14)

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

DO NO

*

T 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.
USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

*

DO NO

*

T REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK);
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

DO 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.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

The unit should be installed near an accessible AC power outlet, with
the power cord connected directly to it.
To completely disconnect power from the unit, unplug the power cord
from the AC power outlet.

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.

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Listening caution

or

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased
is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider
how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers.
This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer
Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by
playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud
and clear without annoying blaring or distortion–and, most importantly,
without affecting your sensitive hearing.

We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.

can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to

Sound
higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud
and harmful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE
your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:

Start your volume control at a low setting.

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Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and

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clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

Leave it there.

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Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or
loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on
either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future
reference.

MODEL NUMBER ______________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER ______________________________________

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE __________________________________
DEALER NAME _______________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS ____________________________________

_______________________________________________

TELEPHONE NUMBER _________________________________

“Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been
designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance standards.
“Works with iPhone” means that an electronic accessory has been
designed to connect specifically to iPhone and has been certified by
the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its
compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.

MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer
IIS and Thomson.

SC-HC20

Product service

1. Damage requiring service — The unit should be serviced by

qualified service personnel if:
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in

performance; or

(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2. Servicing — Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described

in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized
servicing personnel.

3. Replacement parts — When parts need replacing ensure the servicer

uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same
characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety check — After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform

safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation:
Refer to “Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)”

on page 11.

FCC 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 a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would

void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

-If you see this symbol-

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.

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Supplied accessories

1

2

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for

To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases (United
States and Puerto Rico)” on page 11.

1 AC power supply cord



(K2CB2CB00021)

1 Remote control



(N2QAYB000518)

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do

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not use it with other equipment.
Do not use an AC power supply cord of other equipment.

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replacement parts. (Product numbers are correct as of
January 2010. These may be subject to change.)

1 AM loop antenna



(N1DYYYY00010)

1 FM indoor antenna



(RSAX0002)

Connections

Table of contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2
Listening caution 3
Product service 3
Supplied accessories 4
Connections 4
Control guide 5
Disc operations 6
Radio operations 7
Timer 7
Sound adjustment 7
External unit 8
Troubleshooting guide 9
Memory reset (Initialization) 9
Maintenance 9
Specifications 10
Limited Warranty 11

Back View

45

3

Ventilation holes

1

2

g Placing the unit

Keep a minimum of 50 mm (1 31/32") clearance space at the front of

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the unit to prevent iPod /iPhone or the unit from dropping.

1

Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Tape the antenna to a wall

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or column, in a position
with the least amount of
interference.

2

Connect the AM loop antenna.

AM loop antenna

Stand the antenna
up on its base.

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Keep the loose antenna cord away from other wires and cords.•

Adhesive tape

FM indoor
antenna

Click!

3

Connect the AC power supply cord.

Connect the AC power supply cord
after all other connections are
complete.

To household AC outlet

4

Headphones (not included)

Reduce the volume level and connect the headphones.
Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8") stereo

Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing

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damage.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can

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cause hearing loss.
Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s

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ears.
Be sure to use the supplied or recommended headphones or
earphones.

5

Portable audio equipment (during AUX mode)

 Plug the audio cord into the AUX jack.
Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8") stereo
 Press [AUX] and start playback from the portable

audio source.

You can select the sound input level of the portable audio
equipment.

Press [INPUT LEVEL] repeatedly to select “HIGH” or
“NORMAL”.

Switch the equalizer off or turn the volume of the portable

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equipment down to reduce the input signal. High level of input
signal will distort the sound.
For details, refer to the instruction manual of the other equipment.

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Cords and equipment are not included.

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g Notes on speakers

These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place

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them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily
influenced by magnetism.
The speaker nets cannot be removed.

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AUDIO SYSTEM

PUSH-OPEN

iPod

VOLUME

POWER

Control guide

Remote control

Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference.•

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

[CLOCK/TIMER] (7)

1

Standby/on switch [^],
[8, POWER] (6, 7, 9)

Press to switch the unit from on

16

17

18

19

to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still
consuming a small amount of
power.

2

[DIMMER]

Dims the display panel. Press
again to cancel.

3

20

Numeric buttons [1-9, 0,
(6, 7, 8)
To select a 2-digit number

≧

21

e.g. 16: [

To select a 3-digit number

e.g. 226:

10]  [1]  [6]

≧

10]  [≧ 10]  [2] 

[
[2]  [6]

4

22

[DEL] (6)

5

[PROGRAM] (6, 7)
[REPEAT] (6)
[PLAY MODE] (6, 7)

6

[RADIO] (7)

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24

25

26

27

28

7

[CD q/h] (6)
[iPod q/h] (8)

8

[u/t], [y/i] (6, 7, 8)

9

[g] (6, 8)

10

[RE-MASTER] (7)

11

[PRESET EQ] (7)

12

[e,r], [w, q] (6, 7, 8)
[OK] (6, 7, 8)

13

[DISPLAY] (6)

[AUTO PRESET] (7)

14

15

[TUNE MODE] (7)

[z, PLAY] (7)

16

17

[AUTO OFF]

18

This function allows you to turn
the unit off (except in radio
mode) after the unit is left
unused for about 30 minutes.
The default setting is ON. Press
twice to cancel it.

19

[SLEEP] (7)

20

≧

10]

[+, VOL , –], [– VOLUME +]

21

[MUTE]

the sound. Press again to

Mutes
cancel. “MUTE” is also canceled
when the volume is adjusted or
the unit is turned off.

22

[AUX] (4)

23

[D.BASS] (7)

24

[iPod MENU] (8)

25

[BASS/TREBLE] (7)

26

[SURROUND] (7)

27

[INPUT LEVEL] (4)

28

[FM MODE] (7)

29

[FM/AM/AUX] (7, 8)

30

[CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] (6)

31

iPod /iPhone dock (8)

32

Remote control signal sensor

Aim the remote control at the
sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a
maximum range of 7 m (23 feet)
directly in front of the unit.

Main unit

Display

Top View

7

Preparing the remote control

Place this side in before the other side.

R6/LR6, AA

1

8 29

9

Front View

30

20

■ Batteries (not included)

Use a manganese dry battery or an alkaline dry battery.

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Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.

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Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period

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of time.
Store in a cool and dark place.

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Do not heat or expose to flame.

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Do not leave the batteries in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight

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for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
Mishandling of batteries in the remote control can cause electrolyte

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32

Approx. 30° Approx. 30°

Transmission window

leakage, which may cause a fire.

■ Do not:

mix old and new batteries.

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use different types of batteries at the same time.

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take apart or short-circuit the batteries.

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attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

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use the batteries if the coverings have been peeled off.

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Disc operations

Basic play

 Press [^] to turn the unit on.
 Press [CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open the sliding

door.

 Tilt the disc into the disc tray under the sliding door and then set

the CD in place.

 Press [CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] to close the sliding door.

Keep fingers away from the sliding door when it is closing to avoid
possible minor injuries.

 Press [CD q/h] to start play.

Damage may occur if the sliding door is forced closed.

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Be careful of CD hitting the sliding door while being removed.

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Stop

Pause

Skip track

Search the current
track (CD)

Skip album (MP3)

Direct access play
(Play starts with
the track you
select.)

Click!

Press [g].

Press [CD q/h]. Press again to resume play.

Press [u/t] or [y/i].

Press and hold [u/t] or [y/i].

Press [e,r].

CD: Press
MP3:  Press [e,r] to select the album.

the numeric buttons to select the track.

 Press [y/i] once and then the

numeric buttons to select the track.

Program play

Enables you to program up to 24 tracks.

 Press [CD q/h] and then [g].
 Press [PROGRAM].
CD:  Press the numeric buttons to select the track.

To program more tracks, continue by pressing the numeric
buttons.

 Press [OK] or [CD q/h] to start play.

MP3:  Press [e,r] to select the album.

 Press [y/i] once and then the numeric buttons to select

the track.

 Press [OK].

To program more tracks, repeat step  to .

 Press [CD q/h] to start play.

Cancel program
mode

Replay the program Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode and then

Check program
contents

Delete last
programmed track

Clear all
programmed tracks

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The program memory is cleared when you open the sliding door.•

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode to clear
“PGM” indicator from the display.

[CD q/h].

Press [u/t] or [y/i] when “PGM” is
displayed in the stop mode. To check while
programming, press [PROGRAM] twice after
“PGM” appears and then press [u/t] or
[y/i].

Press [DEL] in the stop mode.

Press [g] in the stop mode.
“CLR ALL” is displayed. Within 5 seconds,
press the button again to clear all tracks.

Play Mode function

 Press [CD q/h].
 Press [PLAY MODE] repeatedly to select the following modes.

Mode To play

1TR

1-TRACK

1ALBUM

1-ALBUM (MP3)

RND

RANDOM

1ALBUM RND

1-ALBUM
RANDOM (MP3)

During random play, you cannot skip to the previous track.

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The current play mode is cleared when you open the sliding door.

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To repeat program play or selected play mode, press [REPEAT].

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Press again to cancel.

one selected track on the disc.
Press the numeric buttons to select the track.

one selected album on the disc.
Press [e,r] to select the album.

a disc randomly.

all tracks in one selected album randomly.
Press [e,r] to select the album.

Display function

Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause to view the
current track’s information.

Maximum number of displayable characters: approximately 30

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This unit supports ver. 1.0 and 1.1 ID3 tags. Text data that is not

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supported will not be displayed.

Notes on CD-R and CD-RW

This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW recorded with CD-DA or

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MP3.
Use an audio recording disc for CD-DA and finalize* it when you

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finish recording.

A process performed after recording that enables CD-R or

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CD-RW players to play audio CD-R and CD-RW.

unit may not be able to play some discs due to the condition

The

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of the recording.
Do not use irregularly shaped CDs.

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Do not attach extra labels and stickers.

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Do not use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or

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with excessive adhesive under the labels and stickers.

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Do not attach scratch-proof covers or any other kind of
accessories.

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Do not write anything on the CDs.

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Do not clean CDs with liquids (Wipe with a soft and dried cloth).

Note about using a DualDisc

The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet
the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio
(CD-DA) format so play may not be possible.

Creating MP3 files playable on this unit

Maximum number of tracks and albums: 999 tracks and 255

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albums.
Compatible compression rate: Between 64 kbps and 320 kbps

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(stereo). 128 kbps (stereo) is recommended.

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Disc formats: ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 (except for extended
formats).

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The time for reading TOC depends on the number of the tracks,
folders or folder structures.

Limitations on MP3

This unit is compatible with multi-sessions and it takes more

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time to start playing.

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This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.

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If the disc includes both MP3 and normal audio data (CD-DA),
the unit plays the type recorded in the inner part of the disc.
If the disc includes both MP3 and other types of audio data
(e.g. WMA or WAV), the unit plays only the MP3.

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Depending on how you create the MP3 files, they may not play
in the order you numbered them or may not play at all.