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- Page 1 4-251-927-11(1) The player Portable Hard Disk Player Operating Instructions HZ-DS2000 ©2004 Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the AC power adaptor to rain or moisture. Do not install the AC power adaptor in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the AC power adaptor with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents B Adjusting the settings of the player Overview Changing the display pattern ....24 What you can do with your player ..... 4 Changing the backlight setting ....25 Main features ..........6 Adjusting the display contrast ....25 Turning off the beep sound ....... -
Page 4: Overview
Overview What you can do with your player HZ-DS2000 is a portable hard disk player. You can play MP3 files sent to the player from your personal computer using the supplied software and the dedicated USB cable. Once you have stored your favorite songs in the player, take it with you and enjoy music... - Page 5 To disconnect the player from the computer If your operating system is Windows XP, proceed as follows: 1 Double-click on the task bar. 2 Click to select [USB Mass Storage Device], and then click [Stop]. 3 Click to select [USB Mass Storage Device], and then click [OK]. 4 Click [OK], and then disconnect the player from the computer.
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Page 6: Main Features
Main features • Compact, lightweight and highly portable • Approximately 8 hours of continuous playback on a full battery charge • Up to 375 audio files* can be stored in the player’s internal 1.5 GB* hard disk. You can also use the player as an external hard disk drive for your computer to store a variety of data other than audio files. -
Page 7: Getting Started
Getting started Step 1: Check the package contents Check the accessories enclosed in the package. • Portable hard disk player (1) • Stereo headphones (1) • Dedicated USB cable (1) • CD-ROM (“Music Transfer Hard Disk Player Edition”)* (1) * Do not play the CD-ROM on an audio CD player. •... -
Page 8: Step 2: Charge
Step 2: Charge First connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN 5.2V jack on the player, and then connect to an wall outlet. You can start using the player while charging, with the AC power adaptor connected to the player and to an wall outlet. - Page 9 In this case, charge and discharge the battery several times. The normal battery life will be restored. • If the capacity of the built-in rechargeable battery drops to half the normal amount, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer.
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Page 10: Locating Controls
Locating controls Player (front/left side) 1 i (headphones) jack 7 MENU/BACK button 8 NX* (play/pause)/POWER button (USB) jack 3 DC IN 5.2V jack (FAVORITE) button 4 HOLD switch (Music Charger) button 5 Strap hole Attach the supplied hand strap here. * The button has a tactile dot. - Page 11 Player (right side) Display INTRO INTRO SHUFFLE SHUFFLE qa Jog lever 1 Music Charger indication 2 Sleep timer indication >: Slide up to go up 3 Play mode indication (backward). Shows the currently selected play mode. .: Slide down to go down (Intro Scan play, Shuffle play, Repeat (forward).
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Page 12: Basic Operations
Basic operations The default setting of display language is English. You can change the language displayed in the menu. For details, refer to the explanation of “Changing the display language” on page 28. Listening to music First, send audio data to the player from your computer using the supplied software Music Transfer Hard Disk Player Edition. -
Page 13: Select A Track
. Select a track. Search for a track to play. You can select from “NEWSONGS” (newly stored tracks), “ARTIST,” “ALBUM,” “GENRE” and “TRACK” in the Search menu. 1 Slide the jog lever towards . or > to select the menu item you want. 2 Push the jog lever. -
Page 14: Start Playback
VOLUME Press NX to start playback. Artist name* Track name/Album name* Be Yourself Aiwa Be Yourself Aiwa 01.M u s i c L o v e r s 01.M u s i c L o v e r s 03:11/05:23... - Page 15 Other operations Do this Slide down the jog lever towards .. Go to the beginning of the next track Slide up the jog lever towards >. Go to the beginning of the current track Slide up the jog lever towards > repeatedly* Go to the beginning of the preceding tracks If you slide up the jog lever towards >...
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Page 16: Using The Favorite
To play a track in the Using the FAVORITE FAVORITE Add the tracks you want to play frequently to Press the FAVORITE, and you can find and play those tracks easily using the FAVORITE. Slide the jog lever towards . or >... - Page 17 To remove the currently To remove all the tracks from playing track from the the FAVORITE FAVORITE Press and hold MENU/BACK until the Setup menu is displayed. Play the track you want to remove from the FAVORITE. Slide the jog lever towards . or >...
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Page 18: Playing Tracks In A Playlist
Playing tracks in a Protecting the hard disk Playlist drive during exercise (Music Charger) You can create your own Playlist in which you can arrange tracks of your choice in any You can use the player during jogging or desired order by using Music Transfer Hard other physical activities. -
Page 19: Locking The Controls (Hold)
To enter Music Charger mode Locking the controls from the Setup menu (HOLD) During playback, press and hold When carrying the player in a bag, HOLD MENU/BACK until the Setup menu function can be used to prevent accidental appears. pressing of the buttons. Slide the jog lever towards . -
Page 20: Storing Data Other Than Audio Files
Storing data other than audio files You can store data on your computer to the player’s built-in hard disk using Windows Explorer. The player is displayed in Windows Explorer as an external drive (for example: as the D drive). Notes •... -
Page 21: B Sound Options
B Sound options Emphasizing the bass Changing the sound sound quality (Bass Boost) (Equalizer) You can select from the following equalizer settings to obtain the sound quality that best Press and hold MENU/BACK until suits your taste. the Setup menu appears. Setting Sound quality Slide the jog lever towards . -
Page 22: B Various Playback
B Various playback You can select the following playback Playing tracks in options from the Setup menu. random order (Shuffle play) • Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat You can play all the tracks under the selected play) menu item in random order. •... -
Page 23: Playing The First Portion Of Tracks In Order (Intro Scan Play)
Playing the first portion of tracks in order (Intro Scan play) Only the first 10 seconds of tracks are played in order. It is convenient when searching for a track by listening to the sound. Press and hold MENU/BACK until the Setup menu appears. -
Page 24: B Adjusting The Settings Of The Player
“– – : – – / – – : – –” may be displayed during playback of a track recorded in variable bit Be Yourself Aiwa Be Yourself Aiwa rate (VBR). 01.M u s i c L o v e r s 01.M u s i c L o v e r s... -
Page 25: Changing The Backlight Setting
Changing the backlight Adjusting the display setting contrast Setting Backlight Press and hold MENU/BACK until Always off the Setup menu appears. Turns on for 10 seconds after each operation. Slide the jog lever towards . or > to select “CONTRAST,” and then push the jog lever. -
Page 26: Turning Off The Beep Sound
Turning off the beep Starting playback from sound the last stopped position (Resume) You can turn off the beep sound of the player. You can start playback from the position where you stopped playback last time. Press and hold MENU/BACK until the Setup menu appears. -
Page 27: Turning Off The Power Automatically (Auto Power Off)
Turning off the power Turning off the power after a specified time automatically (Sleep) (Auto Power Off) You can set the player to turn off You can set the player to turn off automatically after a certain period of time. automatically if nothing has been operated The time length can be specified, between 5 for 180 seconds during pause or after... -
Page 28: Changing The Display Language
Initializing all settings Changing the display in the menu language You can change all the settings in the menu You can change the language displayed in the back to those at the time of purchase. menu. Note Press and hold MENU/BACK until This operation does not erase any data stored in the the Setup menu appears. -
Page 29: Checking The Hard Disk Usage
Checking the hard disk Checking the firmware usage version You can check the free space of the player’s built-in hard disk. Press and hold MENU/BACK until the Setup menu appears. Press and hold MENU/BACK until the Setup menu appears. Slide the jog lever towards . or >... -
Page 30: B Additional Information
B Additional information Setup menu items You can change the player’s various settings by using the Setup menu. To enter the menu, press and hold MENU/BACK until the Setup menu appears. To return to the previous menu screen or to cancel the setting operation, press MENU/BACK. - Page 31 Setting various functions (page) Menu 1 , Menu 2 z DISPLAY MODE 1 Changing the display pattern (24) — DISPLAY MODE 2 z BACKLIGHT ON Changing the backlight setting (25) — BACKLIGHT OFF Adjusting the display contrast (25) CONTRAST CONTRAST 0 CONTRAST 1 CONTRAST 2 z CONTRAST 3...
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Page 32: Precautions
In case of failure of this player, consult your inserted to the player, or may cause a Aiwa dealer without opening the casing. malfunction. When the supplied USB cable is damaged or lost, consult your nearest Aiwa Do not immerse the player in dealer. water... -
Page 33: Cleaning
Never use an electric hair dryer. Any malfunction caused by water entering the unit, consult the nearest Aiwa dealer. • Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands. If you have any questions or problems •... -
Page 34: When Disposing Of The Player
When disposing of the Remove the cover. player This player has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Before you dispose of the player, remove the battery for environmental protection. Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
Refer to the corresponding section in the following pages. Step 2: Check the symptoms on the Aiwa official website. Visit the local website of the region you live from the Aiwa global website (http://www.aiwa.com/). You can find updated support information about this product, frequently asked questions and answers. - Page 36 Operation Cause/Remedy Symptom There is no sound. c The volume level is set to zero. Increase the volume (page 15). c The headphone plug is not fully connected. Connect the headphone plug fully. c The headphone plug is dirty. Clean the headphone plug with a soft dry cloth. c The audio data sent to the player has been destructed.
- Page 37 Built-in rechargeable battery Symptom Cause/Remedy Battery life is short. c The operating temperature is below 0°C (32°F). Battery life becomes shorter in cold temperatures due to battery characteristics. This is not a malfunction. Other Symptom Cause/Remedy The player gets warm. c The player gets warm if it is used for an extended period of time, when the USB cable is connected, or during charging the battery.
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Page 38: Messages
Trouble occurred within the Turn off the player and turn it back on again. Reset hard disk, and the player the player. cannot start. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. System file The system file required for Reset the player. -
Page 39: Specifications
Specifications Supported audio file format MP3 Bit rates: 32 - 320 kbps, VBR Sampling frequencies: 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz Supported ID3 TAG versions: 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3/2.4 Output Headphones: Stereo mini-jack Maximum power output Headphones: Approx. 1.7 mW + Approx. 1.7 mW (19 Ω) Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) 80 dB or more (DIN AUDIO) Operating temperature 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F) -
Page 40: Index
J, K Index Jog lever 11 A, B Bass Boost 21 Listening to music 12 Battery (rechargeable) 8 Locking the controls (HOLD) 19 Battery level indication 8 Charge 8 M, N, O Remove 34 MP3 4 Beep 26 Music Charger 18 Music Transfer Hard Disk Player Edition 4 Changing the display language 28 P, Q... - Page 44 Sony Corporation Printed in Korea...
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