Sony ZS-PS30CP Operating Instructions page 2
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Other Operations
Using the display
Playing tracks/MP3 files repeatedly
(Repeat Play)
You can check information about the CD using the
display.
You can play tracks/MP3 files or a USB device
repeatedly in normal and program play modes.
Checking the information of an audio CD
1
Press OPERATE (or POWER)
To check the total track number and playing
2
Press CD
or USB
.
time of the CD
3
Proceed as follows, while the CD/MP3 disc or USB
After reading the CD, the total track number and the
device is not playing.
total playing time will appear, or press
twice to
cancel Resume play.
To repeat
Do this
A single
1 Press MODE (press , then
press MODE during playback) until
track/MP3
file
"
1" appears.
Total track
Total playing
2 Press
or
number
time
track/MP3 file that you want to repeat.
3 Press
.
Checking the information of an MP3 disc
All tracks/
1 Press MODE (press , then
press MODE during playback) until
MP3 files
To check the total folder/file number and total
" " appears.
file number on the CD
2 Press
.
After reading the file/folder information, the total
A selected
1 Press MODE (press , then
folder number and the total file number will appear,
press MODE during playback) until
folder (MP3
or press
twice to cancel Resume play.
disc or USB
" " and " " appear.
device)
2 Select the folder by pressing
+ or – .
3 Press
.
Programmed
1 Program tracks/MP3 files (see
Total file number
Total folder number
"Creating your own program").
tracks/MP3
files
2 Press MODE (press , then
Checking the information of a USB device
press MODE during playback) until
"PGM" and " " appear.
To check the total folder/file number on a USB
3 Press
.
device
Press
twice during playback, or press
once
Note
while selecting the file.
You cannot change the play mode while a track/MP3 file is
When there are multiple folders, the total file number
playing or paused.
When you press MODE
during playback, "PUSH STOP"
is not displayed.
appears in the display.
USB device
To cancel Repeat Play
(Example: When you connect a USB device)
Press MODE (press , then press MODE
during playback) until " " disappears from the
display.
Total file number
Total folder number
Playing tracks/MP3 files in random
Tips
If the CD is blank, "noDISC" appears in the display.
order
(Shuffle Play)
If there are no MP3 files on the USB device, "NO FILE" appears in
the display.
You can play tracks/MP3 files or a USB device in
random order.
To check file information
Press DISPLAY/ENTER
while playing an MP3 disc or
1
Press OPERATE (or POWER)
USB device. The display changes as follows:
2
Press CD
or USB
.
The song title ( )*
1
3
Press MODE
(press
, then press MODE
during playback) until "SHUF" appears in the
The artist name ( )*
display.
1
4
Press
to start Shuffle Play.
The album name (
)*
1
To cancel Shuffle Play
Stop playing first. Then press MODE
The current file number and playing time*
2
then press MODE
during playback) until "SHUF"
disappears from the display.
*
1
If the file does not have corresponding ID3 information, "NO
TITLE", "NO ARTIST", and "NO ALBUM" scroll instead of the
Note
song title, artist name, and album name, respectively.
You cannot change the play mode while a track/MP3 file is
*
playing or paused.
2
Song title, artist name or album name will change to this in a
during playback, "PUSH STOP"
few seconds.
When you press MODE
appears in the display.
Tips
During Shuffle Play, you cannot select the previous track/MP3
Selecting the various modes of
file by pressing
.
playback
The resume function does not work during Shuffle Play.
You can set to play tracks repeatedly or in random
order, while a disc/USB device is stopped.
Creating your own program
Press MODE
.
Play)
Each press changes the play mode as follows:
You can arrange the playing order of up to 20 tracks/
Normal play (None)
MP3 files on a CD/USB device.
1
Press OPERATE (or POWER)
Single repeat (
1)
2
Press CD
or USB
.
All repeat ( )
3
(press
Press MODE
, then press MODE
during playback) until "PGM" appears in the
display.
Selected folder play ( )*
4
Press
or
to select the track.
Selected folder repeat play ( ,
)*
For MP3 files, press
/TUNE + or –
then press
or
.
Track (File) number flashes in the display.
Shuffle play (SHUF)
Audio CD
Program play (PGM)
Program repeat play ( , PGM)
* These functions do not apply when using a CD-DA.
MP3 disc
USB device
Precautions
5
Discs that this unit CAN play
Press DISPLAY/ENTER
.
"STEP xx" appears in the display.
• Audio CD
• CD-R/CD-RW (CD-DA*/MP3 files)
Audio CD
* CD-DA is the abbreviation for Compact Disc Digital Audio. It is a
recording standard used for Audio CDs.
Discs that this unit CANNOT play
.
• CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD
format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level
MP3 disc
1/Level 2 or Joliet
• CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/CD-RW
that has scratches or is dirty, or CD-R/CD-RW recorded
with an incompatible recording device
• CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly
USB device
Notes on discs
• Before playing, clean the CD
to select the
with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the
CD from the center out. If there
6
To program another song, repeat steps 4 and 5.
is a scratch, dirt or fingerprints
7
Press
to start Program Play.
on the CD, it may cause tracking
error.
To cancel Program Play
Stop playback first. Then press MODE
until "PGM"
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
disappears from the display.
commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.
To check the order of tracks/MP3 files
• Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or heat
Press DISPLAY/ENTER
(press
, then press
sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a
/TUNE
DISPLAY/ENTER
during playback).
car parked in direct sunlight as there can be a
The last programmed step number appears in the
considerable rise in temperature inside the car.
display. After a few seconds, the last programmed
• Do not stick paper or a sticker on the CD, or scratch
track/folder number appears in the display.
the surface of the CD.
• After playing, store the CD in its case.
To change the current program
Press
once if the CD is stopped and twice
On safety
if the CD is playing. The current program will be
• As the laser beam used in the CD player section is
erased. Then create a new program following the
harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble
programming procedure.
the casing. Refer servicing to qualified personnel
Tips
only.
If you try to program 21 tracks/MP3 files or more, "FULL" will
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,
appear in the display.
unplug the unit, and have it checked by qualified
You can play the same program again, since the program is
personnel before operating it any further.
saved until you open the CD compartment.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
The resume function does not work during Program Play.
star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to
do so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs.
Presetting radio stations
On power sources
• For AC operation, check that the unit's operating
You can store radio stations into the unit's memory.
voltage is identical with your local power supply
You can preset up to 30 radio stations, 20 for FM and
(see "Specifications") and use the supplied AC
10 for AM in any order.
power cord; do not use any other type.
1
Press OPERATE (or POWER)
.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when it is not
be used for an extended period of time.
2
Press RADIO BAND
to select the band.
• If the batteries are not to be used, remove them
3
Hold down AUTO PRESET
for 2 seconds until
to avoid damage that can be caused by battery
"AUTO" flashes in the display.
.
leakage or corrosion.
4
Press DISPLAY/ENTER
.
On placement
The stations are stored in memory from the lower
• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources,
frequencies to the higher ones.
in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust
or mechanical shock, or in a car subject to the direct
If a station cannot be preset automatically
rays of the sun.
You need to preset a station with a weak signal
• Do not place the unit on an inclined or unstable
manually.
place.
1
Press OPERATE (or POWER)
.
(press
,
• Do not place anything within 10 mm of the side
of the cabinet. The ventilation holes must be
2
Press RADIO BAND
to select the band.
unobstructed for the unit to operate properly and
3
Tune in a station you want using
/TUNE + or
prolong the life of its components.
–
.
• Since a strong magnet is used for the speakers,
4
keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding
Press MANUAL PRESET
.
or spring-wound watches away from the unit to
The band selected ("FM-xx" or "AM-xx") appears in
prevent possible damage from the magnet.
the display.
5
Press PRESET + or –
until the preset number you
On operation
want for the station flashes in the display.
• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm
6
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
Press DISPLAY/ENTER
.
may condense on the lens inside the CD player
The new station replaces the old one.
section. Should this occur, the unit will not operate
Tip
properly. In this case, remove the CD and wait about
(Program
The preset radio stations remain in memory even if you unplug
an hour for the moisture to evaporate.
the AC power cord or remove the batteries.
Cleaning the cabinet
• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft
Playing preset radio stations
cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
.
scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or
1
Press OPERATE (or POWER)
.
benzine.
2
Press RADIO BAND
to select the band.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
3
Press PRESET + or –
to tune in the stored
your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
station.
first and
Connecting optional components
You can enjoy the sound from an optional component
such as a portable digital music player through the
speakers of this unit. Be sure to turn off the power
of each component before making any connections.
For details, refer to the instruction manual of the
component to be connected.
1
Connect the AUDIO IN jack
to the line output
jack of the portable digital music player or other
components using an audio connecting cable (not
supplied).
2
Press OPERATE (or POWER)
to turn the unit on.
3
Turn the connected component on.
4
Press AUDIO IN
, and start playback on the
connected component.
The sound from the connected component is
output from the speakers of this unit.
To connect the unit to a TV or VCR, use an
extension cable (not supplied) with a stereo-mini
jack on one end and two phono plugs on the other
end.
There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound.
Troubleshooting
Turn off the unit and reconnect the USB device. Then
turn on the unit again.
The music data itself contains noise, or the sound
General
is distorted. Noise may have entered during the
recording process. Delete the file and try recording
The power does not turn on.
it again.
Connect the AC power cord to the wall outlet
securely.
The USB device cannot be connected to the
Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.
(USB) port
.
Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are
The connector on the USB device or USB cable was
weak.
not correctly oriented when the connection was
attempted. Orient the connector on the USB device
There is no audio.
or USB cable correctly.
Unplug the headphones when listening through
speakers.
"
READING
"
is displayed for an extended time,
or it takes a long time before playback starts.
Noise is heard.
The reading process can take a long time in the
Someone is using a portable telephone or other
following cases:
equipment that emits radio waves near the unit.
– There are many folders or files on the USB device.
Move the portable telephone, etc., away from
– The file structure is complex.
the unit.
– The memory is almost full.
– The internal memory is fragmented.
CD/MP3 player
To avoid the above problems, we recommend that
you adhere to the following guidelines:
The CD does not play or "noDISC" is displayed
– Keep the total number of folders on a USB device
even when a CD is in place.
to 100 or less.
Place the CD with the label surface up.
– Keep the total number of files per folder to 100 or
Clean the CD.
less.
Take out the CD and leave the CD compartment
open for about an hour to dry moisture
Erroneous display
condensation.
The data stored on the USB device may be
The CD-R/CD-RW is blank.
corrupted. Send the music data to the USB device
There is a problem with the quality of the CD-R/
again.
CD-RW, recording device or application software.
This unit can display only numbers and letters of
Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are
the alphabet. Other characters will not be displayed
weak.
correctly.
The sound drops out.
The USB device is not recognized.
Reduce the volume.
Turn off the unit and reconnect the USB device, then
turn on the unit.
Clean the CD, or replace it if the CD is badly
damaged.
The USB device is not functioning properly. Refer to
Place the unit in a location free from vibration.
the USB device operation manual for details on how
to deal with this problem. If the problem persists,
Clean the lens with a commercially available blower.
contact your nearest Sony dealer.
The sound may drop out or noise may be heard
when using a poor quality CD-R/CD-RW or if there is
Play does not start.
a problem with the recording device or application
Turn off the unit and reconnect the USB device.
software.
Play does not start from the first file.
Starting playback takes more time than usual.
Set the play mode to Normal Play.
The following discs take a longer time to start
playback.
MP3 files cannot be played back.
– a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure.
The MP3 files do not have the ".mp3" extension.
– a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which
The data was not stored in the MP3 format.
data can be added).
The USB storage device uses a file system other than
– a disc that has many folders or non-MP3 files.
FAT16 or FAT32.*
Radio
Playback is possible up to 9 directory levels.
The number of folders exceeds 128.
Reception is poor.
The number of files exceeds 999.
A maximum of 128 files can be contained in a single
Reorient the
folder.
antenna to
improve FM
The files are encrypted or protected by passwords.
reception.
* This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB storage
media may not support both file systems.
For details, refer to the operation manual of the USB storage
device in question or contact the manufacturer.
After trying the remedies, if you still have problems,
unplug the AC power cord or remove all the batteries.
After all the indications in the display disappear, plug
Reorient the unit
the AC power cord back in, or insert the batteries
itself to improve
AM reception.
again. If the problem persists, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
The audio is weak or is poor quality.
Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are
weak.
Move the unit away from the TV.
If you are using the remote while listening to AM
radio, noise may be heard.
The TV picture becomes unstable.
If you are listening to an FM program near the TV
with an indoor antenna, move the unit away from
the TV.
USB device
The USB device does not function properly.
If any of the following problems occur, use a
different USB device.
– The USB device is not recognized.
– File or folder names are not displayed on this unit.
– Playback is not possible.
– The sound skips.
– There is noise.
– The sound output is distorted.
OVER CURRENT
appears.
"
"
An abnormal level has been detected in the
electrical current from the
(USB) port
. Turn
off the unit and remove the USB device from the
(USB) port
. Make sure there is no problem with
the USB device. If this message persists, contact your
nearest Sony dealer.
There is no sound.
The USB device is not connected correctly. Turn off
the unit and reconnect the USB device. Then turn on
the unit.
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