PD-10AE - Disc notes and precautions

Precautions for playback

Compact discs (CDs) with the following logo on the label surface can be used.  Do not use discs designed for purposes other than audio, such as CD-ROMs for PC use. Abnormal noise could damage the speakers or amplifier.

* This CD player supports CD-R and CD-RW discs.
Note that some discs may not play back because of the disc characteristics, scratches, contamination or the recording state. A disc recorded with an audio CD recorder will not play back unless it is finalized.

Never use discs which have an unusual shape (such as hearts or octagons). These types of discs could jam and damage the CD player.

CD Playback with Copy-control Function

Some audio CDs with copy-control functionality do not comply with official CD standards. These are
special discs and cannot be played with this CD player.

Playback of MP3 Discs

MP3 files recorded on a CD-R/CD-RW can be played with this CD player.

• Use discs which have been recorded following the ISO9660 Level 2 file system. (The supported
  directory depth is eight levels, the same as ISO9660 Level 1)
• Discs recorded with the hierarchical file system (HFS) cannot be played.
• Up to 99 folders (including the root folder), and up to 499 files (including root) and files can be recognized and played.
  
  Notes:
• A disc recorded with a recorder or personal computer may not play in some cases. (Cause: Disc’s
  characteristics, damaged or dirty disc, dirt on player’s lens, dew condensation, etc.)
• A disc recorded on a personal computer may not play because of the application settings or environment. Record the disc with the proper format. (Contact the application maker for details.)
• A disc with insufficient storage capacity may not play back properly.
• Only MP3 files with the extension “.MP3” or “.mp3” are supported.
• This CD player supports files recorded in MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 (32-320kbps), with a sampling
  frequency of 32/44.1/48 kHz.
• Variable bitrates (VBR) between 32kbps and 320kbps are supported. The time information
  during VBR playback may not display correctly.

Handling Discs

Hold discs by the edge, or by the center hole and edge. Avoid touching the playback surface (surface
with nothing printed on it).

Do not attach paper or stickers, or write on the playback or label surface of the disc. Take care not to scratch or damage the disc.

Precautions for Rental Discs

Do not use discs with residue from cellophane tape, rental discs with labels which are peeling off, or discs with decorative labels. This type of disc could get stuck in the CD player, or could damage the CD player.

Precautions for Inkjet Printable Discs

Do not leave a CD-R/CR-RW having a label printed with an inkjet printer in the CD player for a long
time. The disc could get stuck in the CD player, or could damage the CD player.  Remove the disc from the CD player when not being played, and store it in a case. A freshly printed disc will stick easily, and should not be played immediately.

Caring for Discs

If the disc is dirty, the PD-10AE will have a hard time reading signals, and the audio quality
may drop. If the disc is dirty, gently wipe off fingerprints and dust with a soft cloth. Lightly wipe from
the center outwards. To remove stubborn dust or dirt, wipe the disc with a soft cloth dampened with water, and then dry it with a dry cloth. Do not use cleaning spray for analog records or antistatic agents, etc. Never use volatile chemicals such as benzine or paint thinner as they can impregnate the disc surface.