Playback order of MP3/WMA files

MP3/WMAFolder (album)

MP3/WMA file (track)

Notes

•When naming an MP3 file/WMA file, be sure to add the file extension “.mp3”/“.wma” to the file name.

•During playback of a VBR (variable bit rate) MP3/ WMA 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 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 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 are displayed.

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.

About Bluetooth function

On Bluetooth communication

•Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 m (about 30 feet).

Maximum communication range may vary depending on obstacles (person, metal, wall, etc.) or electromagnetic environment.

•The following conditions may affect the sensitivity of Bluetooth communication.

–There is an obstacle such as a person, metal, or wall between this unit and Bluetooth device.

–A device using 2.4 GHz frequency, such as a wireless LAN device, cordless telephone, or microwave oven, is in use near this unit.

•Because Bluetooth devices and wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g) use the same frequency, microwave interference may occur and resulting in communication speed deterioration, noise, or invalid connection if this unit is used near a wireless LAN device. In such as case, perform the following.

–Use this unit at least 10 m (about 30 feet) away from the wireless LAN device.

–If this unit is used within 10 m of a wireless LAN device, turn off the wireless LAN device.

–Install this unit and Bluetooth device as near to each other as possible.

•Microwaves emitting from a Bluetooth device may affect the operation of electronic medical devices. Turn off this unit and other Bluetooth devices in the following locations, as it may cause an accident.

–where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital, train, airplane, or a petrol station

–near automatic doors or a fire alarm

•This unit supports security capabilities that comply with the Bluetooth standard to provide a secure connection when the Bluetooth wireless technology is used, but security may not be enough depending on the setting. Be careful when communicating using Bluetooth wireless technology.

•We do not take any responsibility for the leakage of information during Bluetooth communication.

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