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WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table cloths, curtains, etc.
Table of Contents Overview What you can do with your player ... 4 Main features ... 5 Getting started Step 1: Check the package contents..6 Step 2: Insert a battery..7 Locating controls ... 8 Basic operations Listening to music ...
Overview What you can do with your player AZ-ES1/ES128/ES256 is a portable USB memory player specially designed for use with a USB storage media called “pavit.” You can send MP3 files from your computer to the “pavit,” insert the “pavit” into the player, and carry your favorite songs anywhere. 1 Send your favorite songs to the “pavit.”...
• Music you record is limited to private use only. Any other use requires the permission of the copyright holders. • Sony is not liable for incomplete data transfer or damaged data due to problems of this product or your computer.
Getting started Step 1: Check the package contents. Check the accessories enclosed in the package. • Portable USB memory player (1) • Stereo headphones (1) • Headphone extension cord (1) • Neck strap (1) • Operating instructions for the application software “Music Transfer pavit Edition” (1) •...
Insert one LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery into the battery compartment as illustrated below. Battery duration Approximately 11 hours (continuous playback, with a Sony LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery) When the battery is drained, playback stops and the power is turned off automatically. If you try to turn on the power in this state, the LED indicator will not light up and you cannot start playback.
Basic operations Listening to music First, send MP3 files to the “pavit” from your computer using the supplied “Music Transfer pavit Edition” software. Refer to the separate manual for “Music Transfer pavit Edition” about how to send MP3 files to the “pavit.” .
. Put on the headphones. You can hang the player from your neck with the supplied neck strap. To use the player while carrying it in a pocket or bag, connect the supplied headphone extension cord (see page 13). 1 Fold one end of the supplied neck strap as illustrated to secure the headphone cord.
. Insert the “pavit” into the player. . Start playback. VOLUME 1 Press and hold Nx. The power is turned on, a short beep is heard in the headphones (when the HOLD/BEEP switch is set to BEEP ON), and playback starts. 2 Press VOLUME –/+ to adjust the volume.
Other operations VOLUME Go to the beginning of the next track Go to the beginning of the current track Go to the beginning of previous tracks Go to the beginning of succeeding tracks Adjust the volume Stop playback Turn off the power *1 A short beep sounds for each track.
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Using the headphone extension cord The headphone extension cord makes it easy to use the player while carrying it in your pocket or bag. Remove the plug cover from the player. Connect the plug of the headphone extension cord to the i (headphones) jack on the player. Connect the headphone plug to the headphone extension cord.
B Advanced operations Changing the sound quality (M.D.S.E) The M.D.S.E (MP3 Digital Sound Enhancer) allows you to enjoy clear digital sound and a resonant bass. Set the M.D.S.E switch to ON. To return to the normal sound Set the M.D.S.E switch to OFF. M.D.S.E REP 1/SHUF Playing a track...
Locking the controls (HOLD) When carrying the player in a bag, the HOLD function can be used to prevent accidental pressing of the buttons. Slide the HOLD/BEEP switch in the direction of the arrow. A yellow mark behind the switch becomes visible, and all operation buttons except for the switches on the rear side are disabled.
B Additional information Precautions General Never place the player in a place: • under direct sunlight or near heat sources • in a car with its windows closed (especially in summer) • where it will be subjected to excessive moisture such as in a bathroom •...
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using your player, use this troubleshooting guide to help you to remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. For trouble concerning operations while connected to your computer, also refer to “Troubleshooting”...
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Battery Symptom Battery life is short. Other Symptom The “pavit” cannot be inserted into the player. The player gets warm. The “pavit” which has been used on another device does not work. Cause/Remedy c The operating temperature is below 0°C (32°F). Battery life becomes shorter in cold temperatures due to battery characteristics.
Operating temperature 5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F) Power source One LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery: 1.5 V DC 1 Battery life Approx. 11 hours with a Sony LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery Dimensions Approx. 65 65 17.8 mm in.) (w/h/d, excluding projecting parts) Approx.
Locking the controls (HOLD function) 15 M.D.S.E (MP3 Digital Sound Enhancer) 14 MP3 4, 5 Music Transfer pavit Edition 4, 9 N, O Neck strap 10 http://www.aiwa.com/ Sony Corporation Printed in Korea P, Q “pavit” 4, 5 insert 11 remove 12 Playback 11...