3-GBTable of ContentsEnjoy your ATRAC CDWalkman!Music sources playable on this CD player .. 6ATRAC3plus and ATRAC3 ......................... 7MP3 ............................................................. 7The structure of ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3and MP3 files .......................................... 8Getting startedChecking the supplied accessories ............ 10Locating the controls ................................. 11Playing a CD1. Insert a CD. ........................................... 152. Connect your CD player. ....................... 153. Play a CD. ............................................. 16Playback optionsPlaying tracks repeatedly (Repeat play) .... 19Playing all files in a selected group(Group play)(ATRAC CD/MP3 CD only) ................. 19Playing a single track (Single play) ........... 20Playing tracks in random order(Shuffle play) ......................................... 20Playing all files in a selected group inrandom order (Group shuffle play)(ATRAC CD/MP3 CD only) ................. 20Playing your favorite play lists(m3u play list play)(MP3 CD only) ...................................... 20Playing your favorite tracks by addingBookmarks (Bookmark track play) ....... 21Playing the 10 tracks you have playedmost frequently (Auto ranking play) ..... 22Playing tracks you have played mostfrequently in random order(Auto ranking shuffle play) ................... 22Playing tracks in your favorite order(PGM play) ............................................ 23Searching for groups or tracks/files ........... 24Available featuresAdjusting sound quality(Parametric equalizer) ........................... 25The G-PROTECTION function ................. 26Protecting your hearing (AVLS) ................ 27Stopping playback automatically(OFF TIMER) ....................................... 27Locking the controls (HOLD) ................... 28Turning off the beep sound ........................ 28Saving power ............................................. 29Playing tracks continuously(SEAMLESS) (ATRAC CD only) ........ 30Connecting your CD playerConnecting a stereo system ....................... 31Connecting to a power sourceUsing the rechargeable batteries ................ 33Using the dry batteries ............................... 35Notes on the power source ........................ 36Additional informationList of menus ............................................. 37Precautions ................................................ 38Maintenance .............................................. 38Troubleshooting ......................................... 39Specifications ............................................ 42Optional accessories .................................. 43GB