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4-253-595-11(1)
The player
Portable USB
Memory Player
Operating Instructions
AZ-ES1/ES128/ES256
©2004 Sony Corporation
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WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Warning Certain countries may regulate disposal of the ba
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Table of Contents Overview What you can do with your player .............. 4 Main features ............................................... 5 Getting started Step 1: Check the package contents. ........... 6 Step 2: Insert a battery. ................................ 7 Locating controls ......................................... 8 Basic operations Listening to music ....................................... 9 1. Connect the headphones. ......................... 9 2. Put on the headphones. ...........
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Overview What you can do with your player AZ-ES1/ES128/ES256 is a portable USB memory player specially designed for use with a USB storage media called “pavit.” You can send MP3 files from your computer to the “pavit,” insert the “pavit” into the player, and carry your favorite songs anywhere. 1 Send your 2 Enjoy music favorite songs anywhere with to the “pavit.” your player! Use the supplied “Music Transfer pavit Edition” software to send MP3 files from your computer to the “pavit.” What is “pa
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Over Overview view Main features • Compact size, lightweight, highly portable, with skip-proof operation • Up to 120 minutes of music can be stored in a 128-MB “pavit” and 240 minutes in a 256-MB “pavit.”* • MP3 files on your computer are sent to the “pavit” by simple and easy operations using the supplied “Music Transfer pavit Edition” software. •The “pavit” connects directly to the USB port on your computer for high-speed data transfer. •You can also store a variety of data other than MP3 file
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Getting started Step 1: Check the package contents. Check the accessories enclosed in the package. • Portable USB memory player (1) • USB storage media “pavit”* (1) • Stereo headphones (1) • CD-ROM (“Music Transfer pavit Edition”) (1) • Headphone extension cord (1) • Neck strap (1) • Operating instructions for the application software “Music Transfer pavit Edition” (1) • Quick start guide (1) * Supplied with AZ-ES128 and AZ-ES256 only. For AZ-ES1, see “Optional accessories” on page 19. 6
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Getting started Step 2: Insert a battery. Insert one LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery into the battery compartment as illustrated below. Insert with the e side upward. e E Battery duration Approximately 11 hours (continuous playback, with a Sony LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery) When the battery is drained, playback stops and the power is turned off automatically. If you try to turn on the power in this state, the LED indicator will not light up and you cannot start playback. Replace the battery
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F U H S 1 P E R F F O D L N O O P Locating controls Player (front/side) Player (rear) 67 8 15 2 3 4 1 LED indicator 6 M.D.S.E (MP3 Digital Sound Enhancer) 2 VOLUME –/+* buttons switch 3Nx* (play/stop) button 7 HOLD/BEEP switch 4./ > (skip) buttons 8 REP 1 (repeat 1)/SHUF (shuffle) switch 5 “pavit” slot * The button has a tactile dot. 8 H E E B F F O N E O . S . D . F M F O
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Basic operations Basic operations Listening to music First, send MP3 files to the “pavit” from your computer using the supplied “Music Transfer pavit Edition” software. Refer to the separate manual for “Music Transfer pavit Edition” about how to send MP3 files to the “pavit.” 1. Connect the headphones. 1 Remove the plug cover from the 2 Pass the headphone cord player. through the notch in the plug While pressing the latch 1, slide and cover. lift the plug cover 2. 2 1 3 Connect the headphone plu
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2. Put on the headphones. You can hang the player from your neck with the supplied neck strap. To use the player while carrying it in a pocket or bag, connect the supplied headphone extension cord (see page 13). 1 Fold one end of the supplied neck strap as illustrated to secure the headphone cord. 2 Place the strap around your neck, then fold the other end of the neck strap to secure the headphone cord. Note Hold the folded-over end of the neck strap when adjusting the length of the headphone co
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Basic operations 3. Insert the “pavit” into the player. Align this projection with the groove inside the “pavit” slot. 4. Start playback. VOLUME –/+ Nx 1 Press and hold Nx. The power is turned on, a short beep is heard in the headphones (when the HOLD/BEEP switch is set to BEEP ON), and playback starts. 2 Press VOLUME –/+ to adjust the volume. Audio files (tracks) are played in the order of the Playlist created by the “Music Transfer pavit Edition” software. During play mode, the LED indicator s
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Other operations VOLUME –/+ Nx ./> To Do this 1 Go to the beginning of the next track Press >.* Go to the beginning of the current track Press .. 1 Go to the beginning of previous tracks Press . repeatedly.* To quickly locate the desired track, press and hold 2 . until you find it.* 1 Go to the beginning of succeeding tracks Press > repeatedly.* To quickly locate the desired track, press and hold 2 > until you find it.* Adjust the volume Press VOLUME –/+. Press and hold VOLUME –/+ to quickly tur
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Basic operations Using the headphone extension cord The headphone extension cord makes it easy to use the player while carrying it in your pocket or bag. 1 Remove the plug cover from the player. 2 1 2 Connect the plug of the headphone extension cord to the i (headphones) jack on the player. 3 Connect the headphone plug to the headphone extension cord. Notes •The plug cover cannot be attached to the player when using the extension cord. Keep the plug cover in a safe place so that you will not los
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F U H S 1 P E R F F O D L N O O P B Advanced operations M.D.S.E REP 1/SHUF Changing the sound Playing a track quality (M.D.S.E) repeatedly (REP 1) / Playing all tracks in The M.D.S.E (MP3 Digital Sound Enhancer) random order (SHUF) allows you to enjoy clear digital sound and a resonant bass. To Set the REP 1/ SHUF switch to Set the M.D.S.E switch to ON. Play the current track REP 1 1 repeatedly* To return to the normal sound Play all tracks in random SHUF Set the M.D.S.E switch to OFF. 2 order*
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Advanced operations F U H S 1 P E R F F O D L N O O P HOLD/BEEP Locking the controls Turning off the beep (HOLD) sounds (BEEP) When carrying the player in a bag, the HOLD function can be used to prevent Set the HOLD/BEEP switch to BEEP accidental pressing of the buttons. OFF. Slide the HOLD/BEEP switch in the To turn on the beep sounds direction of the arrow. Set the HOLD/BEEP switch to BEEP ON. A yellow mark behind the switch becomes It is recommended you set the HOLD/BEEP visible, and all oper
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B Additional information Warning Precautions If there is lightning when you are using your player, take off the headphones immediately. General Never place the player in a place: In case of failure of this player, consult your • under direct sunlight or near heat sources Aiwa dealer without opening the casing. If • in a car with its windows closed failure occurs while the “pavit” is inserted in (especially in summer) the player, it is recommended not to remove •where it will be subjected to exce
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Additional information Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using your player, use this troubleshooting guide to help you to remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. For trouble concerning operations while connected to your computer, also refer to “Troubleshooting” in the separate manual for the “Music Transfer pavit Edition” software. Operation Symptom Cause/Remedy There is no sound. c The volume level is set to the m
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Battery Symptom Cause/Remedy Battery life is short. c The operating temperature is below 0°C (32°F). Battery life becomes shorter in cold temperatures due to battery characteristics. This is not a malfunction. Other Symptom Cause/Remedy The “pavit” cannot be c The “pavit” is being inserted backwards. inserted into the player. Insert the “pavit” in the correct orientation. The player gets warm. c The player gets warm if it is used for an extended period of time. This is not a malfunction. The “pa
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Additional information Specifications Supported audio file format MP3 Bit rate: 8 - 320 kbps* Sampling frequencies: 24/22.05/16/12/ 11.025/8/32/44.1/48 kHz * 128 kbps or a higher bit rate is recommended. Frequency response 20 - 20,000 Hz (single signal measurement) Output Headphones: Stereo mini-jack Operating temperature 5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F) Power source One LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery: 1.5 V DC × 1 Battery life Approx. 11 hours with a Sony LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery Dimensions A
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P, Q Index “pavit” 4, 5 A, B insert 11 remove 12 Battery 7 Playback 11 Beep 15 R C, D, E Repeat 14 Cleaning 16 Reset 17 F, G S Format 18 Shuffle 14 Skip 12 H, I, J, K Sound 14 Headphones connect 9 T, U extension cord 13 Troubleshooting 17 precautions 16 HOLD 15 V, W, X, Y, Z L Volume 11, 12 Listening 9 Locking the controls (HOLD function) 15 M M.D.S.E (MP3 Digital Sound Enhancer) 14 MP3 4, 5 Music Transfer pavit Edition 4, 9 N, O Neck strap 10 ht
