Power Supply Preparations, About MP3 files

Power Supply Preparations

	Using rechargeable batteries		3 When recharging is complete, unplug the
	(supplied for the U.K.)		AC adaptor from the AC power outlet and
			the DC IN jack.
	Be sure to recharge the rechargeable batteries before using them.		the DC IN jack.

			Notes:
			Notes:

Battery indicator

Recharging procedure

1Insert the rechargeable batteries.

* Insert the battery as you push it in the indicated direction.

Caution:

Do not forcibly open the battery lid too wide.

2Connect the AC adaptor (supplied for the U.K.).

AC power outlet

AC adaptor

DC IN jack (DC IN 4.5 V )

Recharging will be completed after 10 hours.

•Rechargeable batteries have a service life of approximately 300 charge-discharge cycles. If the operating time on one full charge becomes noticeably shorter than it used to be, the batteries have reached the end of their service life and should be replaced.

•You can recharge the batteries only when the unit is turned off.

•The AC adaptor and rechargeable batteries may become warm while recharging is in progress. This is normal and is not a malfunction.

If the battery lid	Removing batteries
compartment
comes loose
Slide the lid back into
place horizontally.

Using the AC adaptor (supplied for the U.K.)

Connect the AC adaptor.

Refer to “Using rechargeable batteries” for connection instruc- tions.

Note:

Even if the unit is turned off, small power is consumed as long as the AC adaptor is connected to the AC power outlet.

Using dry-cell batteries (not supplied)

After disconnecting the AC adaptor, insert two “R6” (LR6) alka- line batteries.

The procedure for inserting and removing dry-cell batteries is identical to that rechargeable batteries.

This indicator lights when the batteries are almost out of power. Power will be shut off a short while later.

Note:

Turning off the Anti-Shock Protection (see page 6) will save the battery power more or less. (Available for an Audio CD only)

If the unit malfunctions or freezes during use, dis- connect the AC adaptor and batteries. Then, con- nect the AC adaptor and batteries, and operate the unit again.

AC adaptor (for multi voltage area) (not supplied)

Before use

Make sure the present voltage of your AC adaptor fits to your local voltage before plugging it into the AC power outlet. If it doesn’t, shift the AC line-voltage selector with a screwdriver so that it cor- responds to your local voltage.

VOLTAGE
ADJUSTOR
AC 110V	AC 220V
~127V	~240V

If the power plug will not fit your socket, use the AC plug adaptor.

How to use the AC plug adaptor (not sup- plied)

Note:

When you want to purchase the AC adaptor and the AC plug adaptor, see page 2.

About MP3 files

MP3 File Compatibility

Playing order of MP3 files

•This player can read MP3 files that are recorded in the format that is compliant with ISO 9660.

•The player can read or play an MP3 file with the extension code —“.mp3”.

•Group/track title can be displayed.

•ID3* tags can be shown on the display.

*An MP3 file can contain file information called “ID3 Tag” where its album name, artist, title, etc. are recorded.

This player can handle only one-byte characters. Any other characters cannot be correctly displayed.

The illustration below shows the normal playing order of the MP3 files. You will see that the MP3 files are played back in the order from the higher hierarchy to the lower one.

	Hierarchy
3	Group
4
	MP3 file
	6
	7
1
2	8
	9
	10
	5