Aiwa AM-HX55 MiniDisc Player

AIWA AM-HX55 portable MiniDisc player. Blue. Quantity 1. Used.
* No other items, batteries, or accessories are included in the sale *
** This sale does not include any way of powering the device. Unless otherwise stated, this device requires a special kind of rechargeable 'gumstick' battery that is inserted into the device. Please either ensure you are familiar with this requirement in advance, or reach out to us if you are unsure. **

Summary:
Sold for Parts Only / Not Working.
This is a DAMAGED device and may lose some or all of the functionality it had at the time of testing.
READ!
Power with a gumstick battery but it won't read some discs and reports DISC ERROR. However, it will read some discs, and if it does, disc playback is possible.
Callouts regarding the appearance.
We are selling the RC-HX55 inline remote control that came with this player separately, so check our other listings if interested.

Product Condition (Appearance):
Front Face : Several dents.
Sides : No callouts.
Rear Face : Some faint marks and worn paint on edges.
Internal Battery Compartment : No callouts.
All external facing screws are present and tightened.

Product Condition (Functionality):
Tested and functional.

Power Via Rechargeable Gumstick Battery : OK * Rechargeable gumstick battery is not included in the sale *
Power Via External AA Battery Case : OK * External AA battery case is not included in the sale *

Audio Output : OK
Disc Playback : OK ONLY IF IT READS THE DISC

Volume Down : OK
Volume Up : OK
Previous Track : OK ONLY IF IT READS THE DISC
Next Track : OK ONLY IF IT READS THE DISC
Play / Stop : OK ONLY IF IT READS THE DISC
Hold : OK

Disc Insert : OK
Disc Eject : OK

Product Information:
The AIWA HM-AX55 was released in September 1999. It is dedicated to disc playback, and does not have disc recording functionality. 
With a maximum headphone output of 8mW per channel this player is extremely loud compared to other models.
It weighs 78 grams without a battery or disc installed. 
It has a 3.5 mm headphone jack for audio output.
From the AIWA press release (some features are only possible with accessories that are not included in this sale):

Main Features
*The AM-HX55's wavy, iridescent finish changes colors as the viewing angle changes. Two base colors - metallic blue and white - change to purple and light blue, respectively, when the unit is viewed from different angles.
*The compact and lightweight body fits into a shirt pocket. 71.6mm wide x 14.5mm high x 78.5mm deep, and weighing only 91g (including rechargeable battery).
*50 hours of continuous playback, using both the rechargeable battery and alkaline batteries.
*Program search function allows listeners to see the title of every track and select the ones they want to hear. Listeners can view the titles on the remote control unit's LCD panel even while a disc plays.
*25-track programmable playback function lets users select up to 25 tracks and play them in any order
*40-second skip preventing memory eliminates skips caused by shock and vibration.
*Convenient alarm functions. The alarm is programmable from 10 minutes up to 180 minutes, with a duration of up to 30 seconds. This convenient feature reminds listeners when their bus or train stop is coming up, and can help time workouts.
*Backlit LCD remote control unit with 10-character display. The LCD on the remote control unit makes it easy to read the disc name and track name and number, and monitor the AM-HX55's operation even in the dark.
*Aiwa's exclusive neck strap hangs the remote control unit close at hand.
*Three-step Dynamic Super Linear (DSL) bass ensures natural reproduction of low-frequency sounds.
*Resume function allows playback to restart from the point where it stopped.
*Repeat (one program/all programs) playback/random playback
*Monaural playback mode. The AM-HX55 can automatically recognize and play back MDs recorded in monaural mode.
*Perfect-fit headphones. Silicone rubber air cushions on ear caps ensure a tighter seal with the ear for enhanced bass reproduction.
*Three-step battery level indicator confirms remaining battery life. (Remote control unit).

Hopefully this information is clear and covers everything you need, but don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.