Sony ZS-H10CP Other Operations, Precautions, Troubleshooting, Using the display, Playing tracks/MP3 files, repeatedly, Playing tracks/MP3 files in, random order (Shuffle Play)

Other Operations

Using the display

You can check information about the CD using the display.

Checking information of an audio CD

To check the total track number and playing time of the CD

Press   while the CD is stopped, and you can check them in the display.

Total track number

Total playing time

Checking information of an MP3 disc

To check the total folder number and total file number on the CD

Press   while the CD is stopped, and you can check them in the display.

Total file number

Total folder number

To check file information

Press DSPL/ENTER  while playing an MP3 disc. The display changes as follows:

The current file number and playing time



The song title and artist name



The album name*

*If there is no folder, “ROOT” appears.

Playing tracks/MP3 files

repeatedly (Repeat Play)

You can play tracks/MP3 files repeatedly in normal, shuffle or program play modes.

1Press   when the unit is not in CD mode.

2 Proceed as follows:

To repeat	Do this
A single	1	Press REPEAT until “	1”
track/MP3		appears.
file	2	Press  or   to select the
		track/MP3 file that you want to repeat.
	3	Press  .
All tracks/	1	Press REPEAT until “	” appears.
MP3 files on	2	Press  .
the CD
A selected	1 Press MODE  to display “FLDR”
folder (MP3		and then press REPEAT until “ ”
disc only)		appears.
	2	Select the folder by pressing
		TUNE/FOLDER + or – .
	3	Press  .
Tracks/MP3	1	Start Shuffle Play (see “Playing tracks/
files in		MP3 files in random order”).
random order	2 Press REPEAT until “SHUF” and
		“ ” appear.
	3	Press  .
Files in a	1	Start Folder Shuffle Play (see “Playing
selected		tracks/MP3 files in random order”).
folder in	2	Press REPEAT until “FLDR”,
random order		“SHUF” and “ ” appear.
(MP3 disc	3	Press  .
only)
Programmed	1	Program tracks/MP3 files (see
tracks/MP3		“Creating your own program”).
files	2	Press REPEAT  until “	” and
		“PGM” appear.
	3	Press  .

To cancel Repeat Play

Press REPEAT  until “” disappears from the display.

Playing tracks/MP3 files in

random order (Shuffle Play)

You can play tracks/MP3 files in random order. When playing an MP3 disc, you can also play MP3 files in a selected folder in random order (Folder Shuffle Play).

1Press   when the unit is not in CD mode.

2Press MODE  until “SHUF” appears in the display.

When you select Folder Shuffle Play (MP3 disc only), press MODE  until “FLDR” and “SHUF”

appear in the display. Then press TUNE/FOLDER + or – to select a folder you want.

3Press   to start Shuffle Play.

To cancel Shuffle Play

Stop play first. Then press MODE  until “SHUF” disappears from the display.

Tips

•During Shuffle Play, you cannot select the previous track/MP3 file by pressing  .

•The resume function does not work during Shuffle Play.

Creating your own program

(Program Play)

You can arrange the playing order of up to 15 tracks/ MP3 files on a CD.

1Press   when the unit is not in CD mode.

2Press MODE  until “PGM” appears in the display.

3Press  or   then press DSPL/ENTER  for the tracks you want to program in the order you want.

For MP3 files, press TUNE/FOLDER + or – first and then press  or   and DSPL/ENTER

.

Audio CD

Programmed track number

Playing order

MP3 disc

Programmed file number

Playing order

4Press   to start Program Play.

To cancel Program Play

Stop play first. Then press MODE  until “PGM” disappears from the display.

To check the order of tracks/MP3 files before play

Press DSPL/ENTER .

Every time you press the button, the track/MP3 file number appears in the programmed order.

To change the current program

Press   once if the CD is stopped and twice if the CD is playing. The current program will be erased. Then create a new program following the programing procedure.

Tips

•If you try to program 16 tracks/MP3 files or more, “FULL” will appear in the display.

•You can play the same program again, since the program is saved until you open the CD compartment.

•The resume function does not work during Program Play.

Presetting radio stations

You can store radio stations into the unit’s memory. You can preset up to 30 radio stations, 20 for FM and 10 for AM in any order.

1Press RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET  to select the band.

2Hold down RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET  for 2 seconds until “AUTO” flashes in the display.

3Press DSPL/ENTER .

The stations are stored in memory from the lower frequencies to the higher ones.

If a station cannot be preset automatically

You need to preset a station with a weak signal manually.

1Press RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET  to select the band.

2Tune in the station you want.

3Hold down DSPL/ENTER  for 2 seconds until the preset number flashes in the display.

4Press PRESET + or –  until the preset number you want for the station flashes in the display.

5Press DSPL/ENTER .

The new station replaces the old one.

Tip

The preset radio stations remain in memory even if you unplug the AC power adaptor or remove the batteries.

Playing preset radio stations

1Press RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET  to select the band.

2Press PRESET + or –  to tune in the stored station.

Connecting an optional component

You can enjoy the sound from a PC, TV, VCR, portable digital music player, etc. through the speakers of this unit.

Be sure to turn off the power of each component before making any connections.

For details, refer to the instruction manual of the component to be connected.

1Connect AUDIO IN  to the line output jack of the portable digital music player or other components using an audio connecting cable* (not supplied).

* For a PC: use a cable which fills the connector of your PC. For a TV or VCR: use a cable with a stereo-mini plug on one end and two phono plugs on the other end.

For a portable digital music player: use a cable with a stereo- mini plug on both ends.

2Turn the unit and the connected component on.

3Press AUDIO IN  and start playing sound on the connected component.

The sound from the connected component is output from the speakers.

Note

Connect the cables securely to avoid any malfunction.

Precautions

Discs that this unit CAN play

•Audio CD

•CD-R/CD-RW (CD-DA*/MP3 files)

*CD-DA is the abbreviation for Compact Disc Digital Audio. It is a recording standard used for Audio CDs.

Discs that this unit CANNOT play

•CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet

•CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/CD-RW that has scratches or is dirty, or CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an incompatible recording device

•CD-R/CD-RW which was finalized incorrectly

Notes on discs

•Before playing, clean the CD with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out. If there is a scratch, dirt or fingerprints on the CD, it may cause tracking error.

•Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.

•Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as there can be a considerable rise in temperature inside the car.

•Do not stick paper or sticker on the CD, nor scratch the surface of the CD.

•After playing, store the CD in its case.

On safety

•As the laser beam used in the CD player section is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the casing. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, unplug the unit, and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

•Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs.

•When inserting a CD, make sure to close the CD compartment until it clicks. If not, the CD might pop out.

On power sources

•For AC operation, use the supplied AC power adaptor; do not use any other type.

•The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet when it is not be used for an extended period of time.

•When the batteries are not to be used, remove them to avoid damage that can be caused by battery leakage or corrosion.

•The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc. is located at the bottom.

On placement

•Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock or in a car subject to the direct rays of the sun.

•Do not place the unit on an inclined or unstable place.

•Since a strong magnet is used for the speakers, keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring- wound watches away from the unit to prevent possible damage from the magnet.

•Do not place any objects on top of the handle on this unit.

Do not immerse in water

This product is not meant to be immersed in water or come in continuous contact with water.

•Before opening or shutting the CD compartment or battery compartment lid, be sure to wipe off water, dust or sand on the outside of the unit.

•Water in the headphones jack/DC IN 9V jack/ AUDIO IN jack may cause rusting. Cover the jacks with the attached rubber cap when the jacks are not used.

•If the unit is splashed with salt water, wipe clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a soft dry cloth. Do not wash under running water; do not use soap or detergent; do not dry with an electric hair dryer.

•The supplied AC power adaptor is not water resistant. To prevent shock hazard, avoid using the unit near water during AC operation.

•The storage space on the back of this unit is not waterproof. Do not use it to store anything that can be damaged by water.

On operation

•If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD player section. Should this occur, the unit will not operate properly. In this case, remove the CD and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate.

Cleaning the cabinet

•Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine.

Troubleshooting

General

The power is not on.

•Connect the AC power adaptor to the wall outlet securely.

•Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.

•Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are weak.

There is no audio.

•Unplug the headphones when listening through speakers.

Noise is heard.

•Someone is using a portable telephone or other equipment that emits radio waves near the unit.  Move the portable telephone, etc., away from the unit.

CD/MP3 player

The CD does not play or “NO DISC” is displayed even when a CD is in place.

•Place the CD with the label surface up.

•Clean the CD.

•Take out the CD and leave the CD compartment open for about an hour to dry moisture condensation.

•The CD-R/CD-RW is blank.

•There is a problem with the quality of the CD-R/ CD-RW, recording device or application software.

•Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are weak.

The sound drops out.

•Reduce the volume.

•Clean the CD, or replace it if the CD is badly damaged.

•Place the unit in a location free from vibration.

•Clean the lens with a commercially available blower.

•The sound may drop out or noise may be heard when using poor quality CD-R/CD-RW or if there is a problem with the recording device or application software.

Starting playback takes more time than usual.

•The following discs take a longer time to start playback.

–a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure.

–a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which data can be added).

–a disc that has many folders or non-MP3 files.

Radio

Reception is poor.

• Reorient the antenna to improve FM reception.

• Reorient the unit itself to improve AM reception.

The audio is weak or has poor quality.

•Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are weak.

•Move the unit away from the TV.

The picture of your TV becomes unstable.

•If you are listening to an FM program near the TV with an indoor antenna, move the unit away from the TV.

After trying the remedies, if you still have problems, unplug the AC power adaptor or remove all the batteries. After all the indications in the display disappear, plug the AC power adaptor or insert the batteries again. If the problem persists, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.