2G B1What is MP3?SBS functionThe SBS function produces rich, deepbass tones for a more powerful overallsound.ESP functionThe ESP function ensures highresistance to shock or vibration sothat the sound signal remainsundisturbed ( up to 120 secondsfor MP3 and 45 seconds for a CD).Random functionThe Random function allows you toplay tracks in random order.Album function (MP3-CD Only)The Album function allows easybrowsing and searching of yourfavorite tunes by album name, songtitle and artist.Last Memory function (MP3-CD Only)The Last Memory function allows youto listen to a song from the point youleft off - handy for when you have toanswer the phone or door.MP3 means MPEG1 Layer 3, the global standard for audio signal compressiontechnology. It uses digital compression technology to compress original sound data byup to 12 times without sound quality degradation.File Compatibility The unit will play back files created in MP3 format (Mpeg1.Layer 3) with *.mp3 as theirextension. Files created in MP2 format (Mpeg1.Layer2) with *.mp2 as their extension can also beplayed back.How many MP3 files can a CD-R or CD-RW disc record? The maximum capacity of one CD-R or CD-RW disc is 680MB.Normally, one MP3 file has a capacity of 4MB, therefore approximately 170 files canbe recorded on a single disc.Safety Warning 3Buttons and Controls 5Preparation before using your unit 9 How to Connect 9 Using the rechargeable batteries (not supplied) 10 Using standard batteries (not supplied) 11CD Playback 12MP3-CD Playback 13Skip/Search function 14Mode function 15Last Memory/SBS function 16Album/ESP function 17+10 button 17Program function 19 To confirm the program 20 To change the program 20 To cancel the program mode 20Features 21Maintaining and looking after your unit 22Troubleshooting Guide 23Specifications 24Main Features ContentsMCD-SM75(GB/F120%) 4/25/02 10:16 AM Page 1