Sony ZS-H10CP Manual

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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.
Press   when the unit is not in CD mode.
Proceed as follows:
To repeat
Do this
A single 
track/MP3 
file
1  Press REPEAT  until “  1” 
appears.
2  Press 
 or 
  to select the 
track/MP3 file that you want to repeat.
3  Press 
 .
All tracks/
MP3 files on 
the CD
1  Press REPEAT  until “ ” appears.
2  Press 
 .
A selected 
folder (MP3 
disc only)
1  Press MODE  to display “FLDR” 
and then press REPEAT  until “ ” 
appears.
2  Select the folder by pressing  
TUNE/FOLDER + or – .
3  Press 
 .
Tracks/MP3 
files in 
random order 
1  Start Shuffle Play (see “Playing tracks/
MP3 files in random order”).
2  Press REPEAT  until “SHUF” and  
“ ” appear.
3  Press 
 .
Files in a 
selected 
folder in 
random order 
(MP3 disc 
only)
1  Start Folder Shuffle Play (see “Playing 
tracks/MP3 files in random order”).
2  Press REPEAT  until “FLDR”, 
“SHUF” and “ ” appear.
3  Press 
 .
Programmed 
tracks/MP3 
files
1  Program tracks/MP3 files (see 
“Creating your own program”).
2  Press REPEAT  until “ ” and 
“PGM” appear.
3  Press 
 .
To cancel Repeat Play
Press REPEAT  until “ ” disappears from the 
display.
Other Operations
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).
Press  
 when the unit is not in CD mode.
Press 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.
Press 
  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.
Press 
  
when the unit is not in CD mode.
Press MODE  until “PGM” appears in the 
display.
Press 
 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
Press 
  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.
Press RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET  to 
select the band.
Hold down RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET  for 
2 seconds until “AUTO” flashes in the display.
Press 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.
Press RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET  to 
select the band.
Tune in the station you want.
Hold down DSPL/ENTER  for 2 seconds until 
the preset number flashes in the display.
Press PRESET + or –  until the preset number 
you want for the station flashes in the display.
Press 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
Press RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET  to 
select the band.
Press 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.
Connect 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.
Turn the unit and the connected component on.
Press 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.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please 
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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.