Panasonic CQ-C1304U Operating Instructions

WMA MP3 CD Player/Receiver with CD Changer Control
CQ-C1401U
MP3 CD Player/Receiver
CQ-C1304U
Model:
CQ-C1304U Operating Instructions
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SQ 2 3 SRC PWR / 4 5
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¡Please read these instructions (including "Limited Warranty" and "Customer Services Directory") carefully before using this product
and keep this manual for future reference.
Specifications
General FM Stereo Radio
Power supply : DC 12 V (11 V – 16 V DC), test voltage Frequency range : 87.9 MHz – 107.9 MHz
14.4 V, negative ground : 11.0 dBf. (75 Ω)
Usable sensitivity
Current consumption : Less than 2.2 A (CD mode; 0.5 W x 4 : 15.2 dBf. (75 Ω)
50 dB quieting sensitivity
channels) Frequency response : 30 Hz – 15 kHz (±3 dB)
Maximum power output : 50 W x 4 channels (at 1 kHz), volume
Alternate channel selectivity : 75 dB
control maximum
Stereo separation : 35 dB (1 kHz)
Tone adjustment range : Bass: ±12 dB at 100 Hz,
Image rejection ratio : 55 dB
Treble: ±12 dB at 10 kHz
IF rejection ratio : 100 dB
Speaker impedance : 4 – 8 Ω
Signal/noise ratio : 62 dB
Pre-amp output voltage : 2.5 V (CD mode, 1 kHz, 0 dB)
Pre-amp output impedance : 200 Ω
AM Radio
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 178 x 50 x 155 mm
{7" x 1 15/16" x 6 2/16"} Frequency range : 530 kHz – 1 710 kHz
Weight : 1.3 kg {2 lbs. 14 oz} Usable sensitivity : 28 dB/µV (S/N 20 dB)
Disc Player
Above specifications comply with EIA standards.
Sampling frequency : 8 times oversampling
Power Output:
DA converter : 1 bit DAC System
18 W RMS x 4 Channels at 4 Ω and ≤ 1%
Pick-up type : Astigma 3-beam
THD+N
Light source : Semiconductor laser
Signal to Noise Ratio:
Wave length : 790 nm
85 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ω)
Frequency response : 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)
Signal to noise ratio : 96 dB
Notes:
Total harmonic distortion : 0.01 % (1 kHz)
¡ Specifications and design are subject to modification without
Wow and flutter : Below measurable limits
Channel separation : 75 dB notice due to improvements.
¡ Some figures and illustrations in this manual may be different
from your product.
Accessories
Instruction kit Installation kit (ZZBISC1101U-J) Mounting Collar
(FX0214C384ZB)
Operating Instructions
Lock Cancel Plate
(English: YFM284C606CA) Q'ty: 1
(FX0214C385ZA)
(Français: YFM284C607CA) Trim Plate
Q'ty: 2
(Español: YFM284C608CA)
(YFC054C081ZA)
Mounting Bolt
Q'ty: 1 set
Q'ty: 1
(YEJV014C002N)
Installation Instructions
Power Connector
Q'ty: 1
(YFM294C071CA)
(YGAJ021012)
Rubber Bushing
Q'ty: 1
(YFS014C095ZA) Q'ty: 1
Owners Information
Q'ty: 1
Card
Q'ty: 1
Notes:
Request for use of the Removable Face Plate Case
¡ The number in parentheses underneath each accessory part
¡
name is the part number for maintenance and service. To avoid trouble and ensure
¡ Accessories and their part numbers are subject to modifica- safety, use the optional
tion without prior notice due to improvements. Removable Face Plate Case
¡ Mounting Collar and Trim Plate are mounted on the main unit (YFC054C061ZB)
at shipment.
© 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Panasonic Consumer Panasonic Sales Company, Panasonic Canada Inc.
Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Puerto 5770 Ambler Drive,
Division of Panasonic Rico, Inc. ("PSC") Mississauga, Ontario
Corporation of North America Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 L4W 2T3
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, San Gabriel Industrial Park, http://www.panasonic.ca
New Jersey 07094 Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
http://www.panasonic.com http://www.panasonic.com
YFM284C606CA PTW1206-1106 Printed in China
Safety Information
■ ■
Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other compo- This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the product
nents of your car audio system carefully before using the system. safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting from improper
They contain instructions about how to use the system in a safe and connections and operations. The meanings of the pictographs are
effective manner. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any prob- explained below. It is important that you fully understand the mean-
lems resulting from failure to observe the instructions given in this ings of the pictographs in order to use this manual and the system
manual. properly.
This pictograph intends to alert you to the presence of This pictograph intends to alert you to the presence of
important operating instructions and installation important operating instructions and installation instruc-
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may tions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in
Warning Caution
result in severe injury or death. injury or material damage.
Observe the following warnings when installing.
Warning
❑ Disconnect the lead from the negative (–) battery termi-
Observe the following warnings when using this
nal before installation.
unit. Wiring and installation with the negative (–) battery terminal con-
nected may cause electrical shock and injury due to a short circuit.
❑ The driver should neither watch the display nor operate
Some cars equipped with the electrical safety system have specific
the system while driving.
procedures of battery terminal disconnection.
Watching the display or operating the system will distract the driv-
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE MAY LEAD TO THE
er from looking ahead of the vehicle and can cause accidents.
UNINTENDED ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY SYSTEM
Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking
RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND PERSONAL
brake before watching the display or operating the system.
INJURY OR DEATH.
❑ Use the proper power supply.
❑ Never use safety-related components for installation,
This product is designed for operation with a negative grounded grounding, and other such functions.
12 V DC battery system. Never operate this product with other bat-
Do not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank, brake,
tery systems, especially a 24 V DC battery system.
suspension, steering wheel, pedals, airbag, etc.) for wiring or fix-
❑ Protect the Deck Mechanism.
ing the product or its accessories.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit. ❑ Installing the product on the air bag cover or in a location
❑ Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
where it interferes with airbag operation is prohibited.
Do not disassemble, modify the unit or attempt to repair the prod- ❑ Check for piping, gasoline tank, electric wiring, and other
uct yourself. If the product needs to be repaired, consult your
items before installing the product.
dealer or an authorized Panasonic Servicenter.
If you need to open a hole in the vehicle chassis to attach or wire
❑ Do not use the unit when it is out of order.
the product, first check where the wire harness, gasoline tank, and
If the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in an abnormal electric wiring are located. Then open the hole from outside if pos-
state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed to water, is smoking, or
sible.
smells), turn it off immediately and consult your dealer. ❑ Never install the product in a location where it interferes
❑ Refer fuse replacement to qualified service personnel.
with your field of vision.
When the fuse blows out, eliminate the cause and have it replaced
❑ Never have the power cord branched to supply other
with the fuse prescribed for this unit by a qualified service engi-
equipment with power.
neer. Incorrect replacement of the fuse may lead to smoke, fire,
❑ After installation and wiring, you should check the nor-
and damage to the product.
mal operation of other electrical equipment.
The continuation of their using in abnormal conditions may cause
fire, electrical shock or a traffic accident.
❑ In the case of installation to an airbag equipped car, con-
firm warnings and cautions of the vehicle manufacturer
before installation.
❑ Make sure the leads do not interfere with driving or get-
ting in and out of the vehicle.
❑ Insulate all exposed wires to prevent short circuiting.
Preparation
1
Set your car's ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
ACC
ON
2
Press [SRC] (PWR: Power).
The 12-hour system is used for the clock.
Clock Display at Power Off
1
Press [DISP] (CLOCK).
Press [DISP] to change the display.
(clock display)
Display off
2
Hold down [DISP] (CLOCK) for more than 2
seconds.
Hour blinks.
Clock display
3
Adjust the hour.
Hour entered.
[[]: sets the hour ahead.
[]]: sets the hour back.
4
Press [DISP] (CLOCK).
Minute blinks.
5
Adjust the minute.
Minute entered.
[[]: sets the minute ahead.
[]]: sets the minute back.
6
Press [DISP] (CLOCK).
Completed
Notes:
¡ "ADJUST" is displayed before adjusting the clock.
¡ Hold down []] or [[] to change numbers rapidly.
Caution
❑ Do not install the product where it is exposed to strong
Observe the following cautions when using this
vibrations or is unstable.
unit.
Avoid slanted or strongly curved surfaces for installation. If the
❑ Keep the sound volume at an appropriate level.
installation is not stable, the unit may fall down while driving and
Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic this can lead to an accident or injury.
❑ Installation Angle
conditions while driving.
❑ This unit is designed for use exclusively in automo-
The product should be installed in a horizontal position with the
biles. front end up at a convenient angle, but not more than 30˚.
❑ Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period with the The user should bear in mind that in some areas there may be
restrictions on how and where this unit must be installed.
engine turned off.
Consult your dealer for further details.
Operating the audio system for a long period of time with the
❑ Wear gloves for safety. Make sure that wiring is com-
engine turned off will drain the battery.
❑ Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or excessive pleted before installation.
❑ To prevent damage to the unit, do not connect the
heat.
power connector until the whole wiring is completed.
Otherwise these will raise the interior temperature of the unit,
❑ Do not connect more than one speaker to one set of
and it may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit.
❑ Do not use the product where it is exposed to water, speaker leads. (except for connecting to a tweeter)
moisture, or dust.
Exposure of the unit to water, moisture, or dust may lead to
smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit. Make especially sure
that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days.
Observe the following cautions when installing.
❑ Refer wiring and installation to qualified service per-
sonnel.
Installation of this unit requires special skills and experience. For
maximum safety, have it installed by your dealer. Panasonic is
not liable for any problems resulting from your own installation
of the unit.
❑ Follow the instructions to install and wire the product.
Not following the instructions to properly install and wire the
product could cause an accident or fire.
❑ Take care not to damage the leads.
When wiring, take care not to damage the leads. Prevent them
from getting caught in the vehicle chassis, screws, and moving
parts such as seat rails. Do not scratch, pull, bend or twist the
leads. Do not run them near heat sources or place heavy objects
on them. If leads must be run over sharp metal edges, protect
the leads by winding them with vinyl tape or similar protection.
❑ Use the designated parts and tools for installation.
Use the supplied or designated parts and appropriate tools to
install the product. The use of parts other than those supplied or
designated may result in internal damage to the unit. Faulty
installation may lead to an accident, a malfunction or fire.
❑ Do not block the air vent or the cooling plate of the unit.
Blocking these parts will cause the interior of the unit to over-
heat and will result in fire or other damage.
The following applies only in the U.S.A.
Caution
Part 15 of the FCC Rules
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A CLASS I LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF FCC Warning:
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
would void the user's authority to operate this device.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR BY YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Maintenance
Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure the minimum of maintenance. Use a soft cloth for routine exteri-
or cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner, or other solvents.
If the replaced fuse fails, contact your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter.
Warning
¡ Use fuses of the same specified rating (15 A). Using substitutes or fuses with higher ratings, or connecting the unit
directly without a fuse could cause fire or damage to the unit. If the replaced fuse fails, contact your nearest
authorized Panasonic Servicenter.
Anti-Theft System
This unit is equipped with a removable face plate. Removing this face plate makes the unit totally inoperable.
Caution
¡ This face plate is not waterproof. Do not expose it to ¡ Do not touch the contacts on the face plate and the main
water or excessive moisture. unit, since this may result in poor electrical contact.
¡ Do not remove the face plate while driving your car. ¡ If dirt or other foreign substances get on the contacts,
¡ Do not place the face plate on the dashboard or nearby wipe them off with a clean and dry cloth.
areas where the temperature rises high.
Removing Mounting
1 1
Turn off the power. Slide the left side of the face plate in place.
2
2
Press [ ]. The face plate will open.
Press the right end of face plate until a
3
Pull it out toward you. "click" is heard.
[ ]
Before Reading These Instructions
Panasonic welcomes you to our constantly growing family of electronic products owners.
We endeavor to give you the advantages of precise electronic and mechanical engineering, manufactured with carefully selected components, and
assembled by people who are proud of the reputation their work has built for our company. We know this product will bring you many hours of
enjoyment, and after you discover the quality, value and reliability we have built into it, you too will be proud to be a member of our family.
U.S.A. CANADA
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; WARRANTY SERVICE
locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact:
and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature
Our Customer Care Centre:
requests by visiting our Web Site at:
Telephone #: (905) 624-5505
http://www.panasonic.com/support
1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505
or, contact us via the web at:
Fax #: (905) 238-2360
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
Email link: "Contact Us" on www.panasonic.ca
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm,
Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca:
EST.
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-
Link : "Servicentres TM locator" under "Customer support"
8855
Accessory Purchases: IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and
for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: preferably in the original carton.
http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of
or, send your request by E-mail to:
original purchase.
npcparts@panasonic.com
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday-Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Services Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American
Express, and Personal Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-
1277
Service in Puerto Rico
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Panasonic Sales Company
Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787) 750-4300, Fax (787) 768-2910
Notes on Discs
If you use commercial CDs, they must have
either of these labels shown at right.
Some copy-protected music CDs are not
TEXT
playable.
How to hold the disc
¡ Do not touch the underside of the disc. Printed side
¡ Do not scratch on the disc.
¡ Do not bend the disc.
¡ When not in use, keep the disc in a case.
Do not leave discs in the following places:
¡ In direct sunlight
¡ Near car heaters
¡ Dirty, dusty and damp areas Labels created by a printer, Irregularly shaped discs
¡ On seats and dashboards Protective films or sheets
Disc cleaning
Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward.
<Correct> <Wrong>
Disc with adhered Discs with cracks,
Do not write on the disc label with a ballpoint
stickers or tape scratches or parts missing
pen or other hard-point pens.
¡ You may have trouble playing back some CD-R/RW discs ¡ The file extension ".mp3" should be assigned to each file
recorded using CD recorders (CD-R/RW drives), either due depending on the file format.
to their recording characteristics or dirt, fingerprints, ¡ This unit does not have the play list function.
scratches, etc. on the disc surface. ¡ Although Multi-session recording is supported, the use of
¡
CD-R/RW discs are less resistant to high temperatures and Disc-at-Once is recommended.
high humidity than ordinary music CDs. Leaving them
Supported file systems
inside a car for extended periods may damage them and
ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2, Apple Extension to ISO 9660, Joliet,
make playback impossible.
Romeo
¡ Some CD-R/RWs cannot be played back successfully due
to incompatibility among writing software, a CD recorder Note: Apple HFS, UDF 1.50, MIX mode CD, CD Extra is not
(CD-R/RW drive) and the discs. supported.
¡ This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs if the session is
Compression formats
not closed.
(Recommendation: "Points to remember when making
¡ This player cannot play the CD-R/RW discs which contain
MP3 files" on the right.)
other than CD-DA data or MP3.
¡ Be sure to observe the instructions of the CD-R/RW disc
for handling it.
Recording MP3 files on a CD-media
¡ MPEG 1 audio layer 3
¡ You are recommended to minimize the chances of mak-
Bit rate: 32 k-320 kbps
ing a disc that contains both CD-DA files and MP3 files.
VBR: Yes
¡ If CD-DA files are on the same disc as MP3 or files, the
Sampling frequency:
songs may not play in the intended order, or some songs
may not play at all. 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
¡ Do not record files other than MP3 files and unnecessary ¡ MPEG 2 audio layer 3
folder on a disc. Bit rate: 8 k-160 kbps
¡
The name of MP3 file should be added by rules as shown in VBR: Yes
the following descriptions and also comply with the rules of Sampling frequency:
each file system. 16, 22.05, 24 kHz
¡ You may encounter trouble in playing MP3 files or display-
ing the information of MP3 files recorded with certain writ-
ing software or CD recorders.
U.S.A.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con-
sequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY,
lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product
PANASONIC SALES COMPANY,
develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your deal-
DIVISION OF PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.
er or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then
Ave. 65 de infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park
write to warrantor's Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses of the
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
warrantor.
PANASONIC AUTO PRODUCTS
PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED
LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Customer's Record
LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE
If your product does not work properly because of defects in materials Model
and workmanship. No.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company
Serial
(collectively referred to as "the warrantor") will, for the length of the peri-
No.
od indicated in the chart below, which starts with the date of original pur-
Dealer's
chase ("warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with
No.
new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or refurbished
Code
product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
No.
Categories Parts Labor
Dealer's
Audio Components (except items listed below) One (1) Year One (1) Year
Address
Date of
MXE Series Audio Components (except items Two (2) Years Two (2) Years
listed below)
Purchase
Speakers One (1) Year Not Applicable
Defective Car Audio Speakers under warranty
must be exchanged at the place of purchase. CANADA
Contact your Dealer for details.
Accessories (in exchange for defective items) Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3
During the "Labor" warranty period, there will be no charge for labor.
During the "Parts" warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You
PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY
must carry-in or mail-in your product prepaid during the warranty period.
If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This
warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in
States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original pur- materials and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a
chaser of a new product which was not sold "as is". A purchase receipt or period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.
CAR AUDIO PRODUCT – ONE (1) YEAR, PARTS AND LABOUR
(The labour to install or remove the product is not warranted)
CARRY-IN OR MAIL-IN SERVICE
ACCESSORIES - NINETY (90) DAYS, (IN EXCHANGE FOR DEFECTIVE
For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States, call 1-800-211-PANA
(7262) or visit ITEMS)
Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
For assistance in Puerto Rico, call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750- LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to
any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for
LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged dur-
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials and ing shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also
during shipment, failures which are caused by products not supplied by excluded from coverage under this warranty.
the warrantor, failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neg- This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A pur-
lect, bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty instal- chase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required
lation, set-up adjustment, maladjustment of consumer control, improper before warranty service is performed.
maintenance, improper antenna, inadequate signal reception or pickup, THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WAR-
power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning, modification, com- RANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WAR-
mercial use (such as use in hotels, offices, restaurants, or other business RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
uses) or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than the PURPOSE.
technician from Factory Servicenter or other authorized service centers, IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or lim-
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER itation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of
"LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE". THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be
FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM applicable.
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF
THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time,
cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applica-
ble, travel to and from the sevicer, and loss of media, data or other mem-
ory contents. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration
only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF
THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Notes on MP3
Note: MP3 encoding and writing software is not supplied
Folder selection order/file playback order
with this unit.
Points to remember when making MP3 files
¡ High bit rate and high sampling frequency are recom-
mended for high quality sounds.
¡ Selecting VBR (Variable Bit Rate) is not recommended
because playing time is not displayed properly and sound
may be skipped.
¡ The playback sound quality differs depending on the
encoding circumstances. For details, refer to the user
manual of your own encoding software and writing soft-
ware.
¡ It is recommended to set the bit rate to "128 kbps or
more" and "fixed".
Maximum number of files/folders
¡ Maximum number of files: 999
Caution
¡ Maximum number of files in one folder: 255
¡ Maximum depth of trees: 8
Never assign the ".mp3", file name extension to
¡ Maximum number of folders: 255 (Root folder is includ-
a file that is not in the MP3 format. This may
ed.)
not only produce noise from the speaker dam-
age, but also damage your hearing.
Notes:
¡ This unit counts the number of folders irrespective of the
presence or absence of an MP3 file.
¡ If the selected folder does not contain any MP3 files, the
nearest MP3 files in the order of playback will be played.
¡ Playback order may be different from other MP3 players
even if the same disc is used.
Display Information ¡ "ROOT" appears when displaying the root folder name.
Displayed items
¡ CD-TEXT ¡ MP3 (ID3 tag)
Disc title Album name
Track title
Title name/Artist name
Copyright
¡
MP3
Folder name It is prohibited by copyright laws to copy, distribute and
deliver copyrighted materials such as music without the
File name
approval of copyright holder except enjoying yourself per-
sonally.
Displayable characters
No warranty
¡ Displayable length of file name/folder name: within 32
characters. (Unicoded file and folder names are reduced
Above description complies with our investigations as of
by half in the number of displayable characters.)
September 2006. It has no warranty for reproducibility and
¡ Name files and folders in accordance with the standard of
displayability of MP3.
each file system. Refer to the instructions of writing soft-
ware for details.
¡ ASCII character set and special characters in each lan-
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from
guage can be displayed.
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Notes:
¡
With some software in which MP3 format files have been
encoded, the character information may not be displayed
properly.
¡ Undisplayable characters and symbols will be converted
into an asterisk ( ).