Sharp operation manual CD-G14000Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc, CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback

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CD-G14000Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc

CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback

This system can play back a standard CD, CD-R/RW in the CD format and CD-R/RW with MP3 or WMA ﬁles, but cannot record on them. Some audio CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be playable due to the state of the disc or the device that was used for recording.

MP3:

MP3 is a form of compression. It is an acronym which stands for MPEG Audio Layer 3.

MP3 is a type of audio code which is processed by signiﬁcant compression from the original audio source with very little loss in sound quality.

This system supports MPEG 1 Layer 3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, and VBR files.

During VBR file playback, time counter in the display may differ from its actual playback time.

Bitrate which is supported by MP3 is 32 ~ 320 kbps.

WMA:

WMA files are Advanced System Format files that include audio files which are compressed with Windows Media Audio codec. WMA is developed by Microsoft as an audio format file for Windows Media Player.

“MP3” or “WMA” indicator will light up after the unit reads information on an MP3 or WMA disc.

Bitrate which is supported by WMA is 64 ~ 160 kbps.

Auto power on function:

When you press any of the following buttons, the unit turns on.

CD button (main unit and remote control): The unit turns on and the “CD” function is activated.

CD / button on the remote control: The unit turns on and CD playback starts (regardless of the last function).

/ button on the main unit: The unit turns on and playback of the last function starts (CD, TAPE, TUNER, AUDIO IN).

Auto power off function:

In the stop mode of CD, MP3 or WMA operation, the main unit enters the stand-by mode after 15 minutes of inactivity.

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Contents Accessories CD-G14000Explanation of Graphical Symbols Important InstructionImportant Safety Instructions CD-G14000IMPORTANT Safety Instructions Special Note Contents General CD-G14000PrecautionsVolume control Controls and indicators Front panelMP3 Indicator WMA Indicator Sleep Indicator DisplayRear panel 25, 29Front speaker Active subwooferWoofer Tweeter Bass Reflex Duct Speaker Terminals Subwoofer Bass Reflex DuctRemote control Preparation System connectionsFor Use Installing the AM loop antenna Preparation for UseAntenna connection Supplied FM antennaPlacing the speaker system Outdoor FM antennaIf color variation occurs If the color variation is still presentConnecting the subwoofer AC power connectionMain unit Subwoofer cableDemonstration mode To cancel the demonstration modeTo return to the demonstration mode Cooling fanTest of the remote control CD-G14000Remote controlBattery installation Power switch During STAND-BY Mode demo modeSubwoofer control Subwoofer light upCD-G14000General control Basic OperationSetting the clock Remote Control only To readjust the clockTo confirm the time display To change the 12-hour or 24-hour displayAuto power on function Auto power off functionCD-G14000Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc CD or MP3/WMA disc PlaybackPlayback Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc trayTo exchange other discs while playing a disc To remove the discsTo change the display MP3/WMA discs only PlaybackVarious disc functions Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback To specify a disc to playDirect track search To stop playbackRepeat play Random playTo cancel the programmed play mode Programmed playAdding tracks to the program To check which tracks are programmedCD-G14000MP3/WMA navigation only for MP3/WMA files CD orMP3/WMA navigation ExampleFile search by folder or title 1/2/3 Character search for folder or title 1/2/3 Repeat for other folders or titles To check, add or delete programmed contentsProgrammed play for folder, title 1/2/3 Tuning Auto tuningListening to the radio RadioTo scan the preset stations To erase entire preset memoryMemorizing a station To recall a memorized stationCD-G14000Listening to a cassette tape Tape 1 or Tape Tape PlaybackBefore playback Load a cassette intoVarious tape functions Recording on a cassette tapeTape Recording To stop recording Recording from a CD or MP3 discPress the button Erasing recorded tapes Recording from the radioDubbing from tape to tape Timer playback or timer recording Timer and sleep operation Remote Control onlyAdvanced Features White Red Illustrations show the daily timer setting Daily timer Checking the timer setting in the timer stand-by modeCanceling the timer setting in the timer stand-by mode Reusing the memorized timer settingTo use timer and sleep operation together Sleep operationCD-G14000Enhancing your system Listening to sounds of Portable Audio Player, etcTo record sounds of Portable Audio Player, etc Portable audio Player, etcTroubleshooting chart HeadphonesSymptom Possible cause CD playerReferences Cassette deckTuner CondensationClearing all the memory reset If such a problem occurs, do the followingIf trouble occurs Before transporting the unitCD-G14000Maintenance Cleaning the tape-handling partsCleaning the CD pickup lens Cleaning the cabinetSpecifications AmplifierSignal/noise ratio Power Rated input powerPower Consumption Output powerMemo Consumer Limited Warranty