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MP3 overview
Notes on MP3:
MP3 is short for MPEG Audio Layer 3 and refers to an audio compression technology standard.
This product allows playback of MP3 files on CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW discs.
The unit can read MP3 files written in the format compliant with ISO 9660. However it does not support the
MP3 data written by the method of packet write.
The unit can not read an MP3 file that has a file extension other than .mp3.
If you play a non- MP3 file that has the .mp3 extension, you may hear some noise.
In this manual, we refer to what are called MP3 file and folder in PC terminology as track and
album, respectively.
Maximum number of directory level is 8, including the root directory. Maximum number of files and folders
per disc is 448.
The unit may not play tracks in the order of Track numbers.
The unit plays only the audio tracks if a disc contains both audio tracks and MP3 files.
When playing a disc of 8 kbps or VBR, the elapsed playing time in the display window will not be correct
and also the intro play may not function properly. VBR: Variable Bit Rate.
Notes on creating your own CD-R or CD-RW containing MP3 files:
To enjoy high quality sound, we recommend converting to MP3 files with a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz
and a fixed bit rate o f 128 kbps.
DO NOT store more than 448 MP3 files per disc.
For ISO 9660 - compliant format, the maximum allowable depth of nested folders is 8, including the root
directory (folder).
When CD-R disc is used, playback is possible only for discs, which have been finalized.