Playback order of MP3/WMA files

MP3/WMAFolder (album)

MP3/WMA file (track)

Notes

•

When naming an MP3/WMA file, be sure to add the

 

file extension “.mp3”/“.wma” to the file name.

•

During playback of a VBR (variable bit rate) MP3 file

 

or fast-forward/reverse, elapsed playing time may

 

not display accurately.

•

When the disc is recorded in Multi Session, only the

 

first track of the first session format is recognized

 

and played (any other format is skipped). The

For details on ATRAC CD, see the SonicStage or SonicStage Simple Burner manual.

Note

Be sure to create the ATRAC CD using authorized software, such as SonicStage 2.0 or later, or SonicStage Simple Burner 1.0 or 1.1.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Maintenance

Fuse replacement When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stated on the original fuse. If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows again after replacement, there may be an internal malfunction. In such a case,

priority of the format is CD-DA, ATRAC CD and

MP3./WMA

– When the first track is a CD-DA, only CD-DA of the

consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Fuse (10A)

first session is played.

– When the first track is not a CD-DA, an ATRAC CD

or MP3/WMA session is played. If the disc has no

data in any of these formats, “NO MUSIC” is

displayed.

Notes on MP3

•Be sure to finalize the disc before using on the unit.

•If you play a high-bit-rate MP3, such as 320 kbps, sound may be intermittent.

Notes on WMA

•Files made with lossless compression are not playable.

•Files protected by copyright are not playable.

About ATRAC CD

ATRAC3plus format

ATRAC3, which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3, is audio compression technology. It compresses audio CD data to approximately 1/10 of its original size. ATRAC3plus, which is an extended format of ATRAC3, compresses the audio CD data to approximately 1/20 of its original size. The unit accepts both ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plus format.

ATRAC CD

ATRAC CD is recorded audio CD data which is compressed to ATRAC3 or ATRAC3plus format using authorized software, such as SonicStage 2.0 or later, or SonicStage Simple Burner.

•The maximum number of:

–folders (groups): 255

–files (tracks): 999

•The characters for a folder/file name and text information written by SonicStage is displayed.

Cleaning the connectors

The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and the front panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the front panel (page 4) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.

Main unit

Back of the front

 

panel

Notes

•For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning the connectors, and remove the key from the ignition switch.

•Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers or with any metal device.

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