Aiwa XP-SN70 Operations Instructions

© 2003 Sony CorporationPortableCD Player3-257-257-11 (1)XP-SN70Operating Instructions

103 Insert two LR6 (size AA) alkalinebatteries by matching 3 to thediagram in the batterycompartment and close the batterycompartment lid until it cli

113. Play a CD.Press u.2. Insert a CD.2Turn the OPEN/LOCK knob fully toLOCK until it stops to fasten thelid securely.(Continued)Playing an audio CD or

12Basic operationsTo Do thisPlay (from the point you stopped) Press u.Playback starts from the point you stopped.Play (from the first track) While the

13About the displayWhile the CD player is playing, the following indications appear in the display.You can also check the remaining time, track name,

14Example of ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 groups and files1234123456789q;qaqsATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 fileGroupFile mode Plays all ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 files from 1, 2, 3.

15CD-RCD-RW142135647895q;632MP3 fileExample of group structure and playing order (MP3 CD)The playing order of groups and files is as follows:File mode

16Playback optionsYou can enjoy various playback options using PLAY MODE/ (repeat), ./> and u.PLAY MODE/ button• If you press the button repeat

17Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle play)During playback, press PLAY MODE/ repeatedly until “SHUF (shuffle)” appears.When playing ATRAC3plus/AT

18Playing your favorite tracks by addingBookmarks (Bookmark track play)You can add Bookmarks to up to 99 tracks for each CD. You can use this functio

19Playing your favorite play lists (m3u play list play)(MP3 CD only)You can play your favorite m3u play lists.** An “m3u play list” is a file for whic

2WARNINGTo prevent fire or shockhazard, do not expose the ACpower adaptor to rain ormoisture.Do not install the appliance in a confinedspace, such as

20B Available featuresThe E•A•S•S GPfunctionThe E•A•S•S GP function has beendeveloped to provide excellent protectionagainst sound skipping during man

21Emphasizing the basssound (SOUND)You can emphasize the bass-boosted sound.Press SOUND to select “DSL ” or“DSL .”rr“DSL ” enhances the bass sound

22Protecting your hearing(EAR GUARD)The EAR GUARD function keeps down themaximum volume to protect your hearing.Press and hold SOUND until “EAR G.ON”

23You can use the following power sources:• LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries• AC power adaptorFor the battery life, see “Specifications”(page 29).Usin

24Notes on the powersourceDisconnect all power sources when the CDplayer is not used for a long time.On AC power adaptor• Use only the supplied AC pow

25PrecautionsOn safety• Should any solid objects or liquid fall intothe CD player, unplug it and have itchecked by qualified personnel beforeoperating

26Do not immerse in waterThis product is not meant to be immersed inwater or come in continuous contact withwater.• Before turning the OPEN/LOCK knob

27TroubleshootingShould any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Aiwadealer.SymptomThe volume does notincrease

28SymptomPlayback starts from thepoint you stopped. (resumefunction)Rustling noise is heard fromthe CD.During playback of an ATRACCD or MP3 CD, the CD

29SpecificationsSystemCompact disc digital audio systemLaser diode propertiesMaterial: GaAlAsWavelength: λ = 780 nmEmission duration: ContinuousLaser

3Table of ContentsEnjoy your ATRAC Portable CDPlayer!Create original ATRAC CDs! ... 4Music sources playable on thisCD player ...

30Supplied accessoriesHeadphones (1)Hand strap (1)AC power adaptor* (1)CD-ROM (SonicStage Simple Burner)** (1)* Not supplied with the U model. For the

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4Enjoy your ATRAC Portable CDPlayer!Thank you for purchasing the XP-SN70. This portable CD player is called an “ATRAC PortableCD Player,” because you

5What is an ATRAC CD?An ATRAC CD is a CD-R/RW on which audio data compressed in the ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3format has been recorded. About 30 audio CDs* can

6Music sources playable on this CD playerYou can play the following three music sources on this CD player:• Audio CDs•ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 format files•

7MP3 filesMP3, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer3, a standard for audio files compression supportedby the Motion Picture Experts Group, an ISO (Inte

8Difference between ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 andMP3Groups and foldersThe ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 format has a very simple structure. It consists of “files” and“gro

9Getting startedLocating the controlsFor details, see pages in parentheses.CD player (front)CD player (inside)Battery compartment(pages 10, 23)E•A•S•S