Panasonic SLS232C - PORT. COMPACT DISC User manual

Concerning Compact Discs
aly St Ont compact discs baring hes mark cam be used with this unit.
Dear Customer
Thank yau for purchasing this product.
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MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
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Supplied Accessories
Check the packing carton for these accessories.
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Precautions
Before using this unit, be sure to read the applicable
items of the operating instructions and thease safety sug-
gestions caretally.
Allenwards heap ihai handy for future rafarance, Take
special care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit 1.
set as well as in ihe operaling instructions.
Installation Maintenance
E Environment
Water and Molsture—Do not use this unit near
waier—ior example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
swimming podl, or the like. Damp basements should
also be avoeded.
(See page T for details.)
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a sof cloth
lightly moistened with mild detergent solution.
Da nol use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder
or solvent such as alcohol or benzire.
Safety
1. Power Source-——The unit should be connected to
power supply ony of the type described in the oper-
ating insiens of as marked on the unii. Use- only
the ACG adaptor or car adaptor described in the opar-
ating instructions when recharging.
2. Polarization—tf the unit is equipped with a polarized
AC power plug (a plug having one blade wider than
ihe other), that plug will fit into the AC outlet anty one
way, This is a safety feature. I you are unable to iri-
sert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fall to fit, contact your
eBleciician fo replace your obsolete ouilet. Oo mot de-
feat ihe salaty purpose of the polarized plug.
3. Care of AC adaptor—Take care thatthe cord of the
AG adapter should be routed so thal they are net
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against therm. Never take -Hold of thre AG
adaptor if your hand is wet, and always grasp the
plug body when connecting or disconnecting it.
4, Nonuse Perlods—Wihen mot ih use, be sure to dia-
connect the AC adaptor fram the AC power outlet.
5. Batterles—lIf the set is not used fora long period of
tims of is weed only irom: an AC power source, re
move ali the batteries. to. prevent potential damage
due lo possible battery leakage, Do not mis batleries
(old and new) or different types of batteries.
, Condensation—Moisture may form on the lens in
the following conditions...
immediately atter a hester has been turned on.
ein a steamy of very Humid rocr.
when. the unit is suddenly moved fram a cold enwi-
ronment toa warn ome. If moisture forms mside
thisuunil, tmay not operate properly. To correct this
problem wait about onë hour Tor the moisture to
evaporate,
: Heat—Never use or place this unit near a heat
source Oo mot leave it im an automobile exposed ta
direct sunlight for a long time wiih Thee doors amd win-
dows closed as this may deform the cabinet.
@ Placement
1
. Foreign Material Gare should be laken so that ob-
eds doa not fall inte and liquids are noi spilled into
the uni. Do nal cubpecl this unil lo excessive smoke,
dust, mechanical vibration, or shock.
. Magnetism—Tha unit should be silualed away irom
equipment or devices that generale strong magnetic
Fiekds.
. Stacking—Do not pace any objects, on top of the
urit.
Servite
1. Damage Requiring Service—The unit should be
serviced by qualitied sarvice personnel when:
(a) The AC adaptor is damaged: or
(ob) Objects have fallen or Hquid has been spilled
into the wit; or
ic) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
[d] Thea unt doss not appear to operate monmally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; oF
je) The unit has been dropped, or tha enclosure
damaged.
. Servicing—The user should not attemp to sence
the unit beyond that described in the operating in-
structions. All olhar servicing should be relered lo
an auihonzed service personnel.
For the address of an authorized servicenter:
in the U.S.A. 1-800-277-7262 of web site
(htte.c Www, panasonic. com)
In Canada 905-624-5505 or web siie
(www. panasonic.cafdbckes.him)
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Power Supply Preparations
Refer to tha specifications (page 8) for information on operating times when using rechargeable batteries or dry-cell batteries.
Using the AC adaptor
Connect the AC adaptor supplied.
The configuration of the AC adaptor differs according to
the model.
DC IN jack ( 6-¢-@ DC IN 4.5 V}
Using rechargeable batteries
Obtain the optiona! rechargeable batteries for SL-S230,
SL-S231C and SL-S232C.
Be sure to recharge the batteries before using them.
The unit Cannot be used to charge rechargeable batter-
ies other than those Specifically designed for it.
Supplied batteries (RP-BP60)
®Optional batteries (P-3GAVA/2B, SH-CDB8D)
Recharging procedure
{1 Insert the Special rechargeable bat-
teries into the unit.
i
op oy
aren
HOLD mode
2 Connect the AC adaptor.
Refer to “Using the AC adaptor” for connection instruc-
tions.
When recharging starts, the “48” charging indicator
flashes on and off on the unit's display.
Length of time needed to fully recharge
Supplied batteries (SL-S235 ONLY): about 3 hours
Optional batteries
P-3GAVA/2B:; about 5 hours
SH-CDB8D: about 3 hours
(After recharging of the batteries is complete, the "A"
charging indicator will continue to flash.}
3 When recharging is complete, un-
plug the AC adaptor from the power
outlet and the DC IN jack.
Rechargeable batteries have a Service life of approxi-
mately 300 charge-discharge cycles. if the operating
time on one full charge becomes noticeably shorter
than it uSed to be, the battery has reached the end of
its service fife and should be replaced.
eYou can operate the unit with the AC adaptor while re-
charging the batteries, but it will lengthen the recharg-
ing time.
The AC adaptor and rechargeable batteries may be-
come warm while recharging is in progress. This is not
a malfunction.
If the battery lid
comes loose
Slide the lid back into
place horizontally.
Removing batter-
I
l
les
1 Push up on the battery
, in the direction indicat-
i ed by the arrow, Then
} lift it out.
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L
t
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This function causes the unit to ignore
short, accidental button presses. (The
disc lid can still be Opened and closed.)
The HOLD function prevents the
tollowing:
*Powering on the unit accidentally
(which can cause the batteries to go
dead).
e Play being cut off unexpectedly in the
middle of a selection.
To use the HOLD function
Set HOLD to the HOLD position.
“hoi d” indication
When the unit is in hold status, pressing
any button (other than the OPEN button}
causes the indication “ho ! g" to appear
on the display.
When the unit is powered oft
The “ho!” indication appears only
when > tf is pressed.
Before operating the buttons
Be sure to move HOLD to release
the unit from the hold mode.
@ Skip/search buttons
(14-4, Pp] eSKIP a SEARCH)
@ Display
@ CD release button (PUSH)
Using the car adaptor
The SL-S231C and SL-S232C come with a car adaptor.
Be sure to use the adaptor specially designed for this
model. (Refer to the separate installation instructions.)
Be sure to obtain the car adaptor (SH-CDC9) for
SL-S230 and SL-$235, available as an optional acces-
sory. The Car adaptor can be used to recharge the unit's .
batteries while in the car.
CAUTION: (SL-S230/SL-S235}
Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufac-
tured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Using dry-cell batteries
(not included). >- `
After disconnecting the AC adaptor, insert two “AA”
(LR6} alkaline batteries.
The procedure for inserting and removing dry-cell
batteries is identical to that for rechargeable bat-
teries.
Battery indicator
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This indicator flashes on and off when the batteries are
almost out of power. Power is cut off completely a short
while later.
Rechargeable batteries: Recharge batteries.
Dry-cell batteries: Replace batteries with new ones.
Battery indicator
¢The length of time the unit will continue to operate be-
tween when the battery indicator starts flashing and
when the power is cut off differs depending on the
type of batteries used.
eThe battery indicator may not flash if rechargeable
batteries, other than those designated by Panasonic,
are used.
If the unit malfunctions or freezes during use,
then disconnect the power sources (the AC
adaptor and batteries).
Re-connect the power source and continue op-
eration.
Location of Controls
Back pane! of
the unit
@ XBS selector (XBS)
@ Headphones jack (9)
Q Play mode selector
{RESUME, NORMAL, RAN-
© Dom)
Remote sensor (SENSOR) © Hold switch (HOLD)
Q Play/pause button (> I1)
@ Stop/power off button
(M, POWER OFF)
© Memory/recall button
(MEMORY/RECALL)
© Repeat button (REPEAT)
@ Open button (OPEN)
© Headphones volume
(VOLUME)
© Anti-shock switch
(ANTI-SHOCK)
@ Out jack (OUT)
@ DC in jack
{ o-c- DC IN 4.5 V)
@ Hole for car insulator mount-
ing screw
control

Sequential Play [Basic Pay) oN |
Close the lid.
Track number in play
i
SELE ETI
nam
CNORMAD>
RESUME FTI RANDOM
Elapsed playing time of each track
Following steps 1-6.
In step 4, connect the stereo headphones/earphones to the (} jack. (Ptug in firmly.)
Play stops automatically when all the tracks have been played.
elf the unit has been connected to the car audio system, adjust the volume level between 4 and 6 on the unit, then
adjust the volume level on the system.
To pause play
Display/reference
Press during play
Press again to resume play
Total number of tracks
244.48
Total playing time
Press during play
To stop play
Press during stop mode prow:rort
o
To turn off the
unit
Press during play
Skip forward/
backward
{skip function)
During program play, these buttons are used to
skip forward or back through the programmed se-
quence of tracks,
eDuring random play, the skip buttons cannot be
used to skip back to tracks that were played pre-
viously in the random sequence,
During program play, random play or 1 track re-
peat play, search operation is limited to the cur-
rent track only,
SKIP @ SEARCH
Rapid forward/
backward
(search
function)
(See
page
4.)
Keep depressed during play
Backlight
The backlight comes on to illuminate the display pane! when the unit is used with a AC adaptor or car adaptor.
I.
For your reference:
“no di Sf” indication
This indication appears for about 30 seconds if > U is
pressed when no disc is loaded in the unit or if the disc
is not completely seated.
“ap en” indication
This indication appears for about 10 minutes when the
cover is opened. (However, the indication does not ap-
pear when the unit is powered off.)
Never insert foreign objects into the unit body.
Removing discs
After the disc has stopped rotating, press the PUSH
button to release the disc. {To protect the disc, never
open the cover while it is playing.)
Auto power off function
If the unit is left in stop or paused status for approxi-
mately 10 minutes, the unit powers itself off auto-
matically in order to prevent the battery from
running down. (If no disc is loaded in the unit, it
powers itself off in about 30 seconds.)

Other
Play
Methods
|
The
letters
such
as
@
in
the
various
illustrations
refer
to
the
descriptions
in
the
“Location
of
Controls”
(see
page
2)
section.
Skip play
The disc plays from a selected through to the end, then
play stops automatically.
Preparation: Put unit in stop mode.
1 ;
NORMAL:
RESUME 1 17t RANDOM
©
2 Select the desired track.
*SKIP @ SEARCH
O E
3
O
Random play
1
NORMAL ____.
© RESUME 1 1 FANDOM:
—
2 e
Release
as
© RESUME 1 RANDOM
(oo LT
pa
For your reference: :
elt is also possible to press pp while the unit is in stop
Status to change the first track to be played. (All tracks
are played eventually, regardless of which is played
first.)
Program play is not possible in the random mode.
Resume play
This function allows you to listen from the beginning of
the track where play stopped because the unit was
powered off (or switched to stop status). It is useful
when listening to CDs in the car, etc.
ee, NORMAL
RESUME 4 1 1 RANDOM
© mM
q
© AESUME 4 1I RANDOM
ECIN KHG Soak viene
—
For your reference:
eif the RESUME, NORMAL, RANDOM (play mode se-
lector) slider is-put in the RESUME position, the all-
repeat function will be activated automatically as soon
as the unit is powered on.
elf power is cut off near the end of a track (power off
status), playback may resume from the beginning of
the next track.
elf the unit is powered off while a disc was playing and
then a new disc is inserted, play will begin from the
middle of the new disc because the unit remembers
the position where play stopped on the old disc.
Program play
Up to 24 tracks can be entered in the program.
Preparation: Put unit in stop mode.
(NORMAL
© RESUME 4 0 3 RANDOM
oo po
2 Select the desired track.
SKIP @ SEARCH
O (real
3 Register in sequence.
(The indication “M” and the programmed se-
quence appear on the display panel.)
MEMORY/
© oye
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program all
the desired tracks.
O
@ To program the same track in the se-
quence more than once
After step 3, press MEMORY/RECALL the desired num-
ber of times.
E If“ f” is displayed
No more tracks may be added to the sequence.
E To confirm the contents of the pro-
grammed sequence i
Press MEMORY/RECALL while the.disc is playing. (The
number of the programmed tracks appear on the dis-
play in sequence.) fe
E To delete the entire programmed se-
quence
Press M, POWER OFF.
Repeat function
Press REPEAT while disc is playing or when unit is in
stop status. REPEAT
For your reference:
t REPEAT is pressed during program play, only the
tracks in the program are repeated.
(The indication “ALL” is not displayed.)
The setting is switched in the sequence indicated below
each time REPEAT is pressed.
1-track repeat (1 ©)
Sp track is repeated.
All-track repeat (ALL >)
or) the tracks on the disc are repeated.
Cancel
Changing the sound quality
XBS ON:
Select this setting to boast the low-range response.
ON TOF
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OFF:
Select this setting to turn off the XBS function.
XBS
OND OFF:
O wo
Anti-Shock Function
Anti shock works by reading audio data and storing it in
memory (up to 10 seconds worth). The unit then fills in
interruptions caused by bumps and vibrations with data
from the memory. This unit also incorporates a powerful
anti-shock mechanism that prevents skipping caused
when play speed is changed by swinging of the unit.
1
ANTI-SHOCK
OMI OFF
© tm
t
M.RESERVE
indicator status
HUU
orf
eThe position of the ANTI-SHOCK slider can be
changed during play, but this may cause a slight inter-
ruption in the sound because the disc's rotation speed
changes.
During ANTI-SHOCK operation, the disc rotates at a
higher rate than usual in collecting extra audio data.
This may cause the batteries to run out faster and
could result in a slight increase in disc rotation noise.
a Stable Normal {plenty of data is stored)
Bumping stops Normal (data again starts to be stored)
Bumps continue repeatedly Sound is interrupted (data buffer empty)
Play status
(audio data status)
Using the unit with an audio system
The ANTI-SHOCK uses digital signal compression tech-
nology. It is recommended that the ANTI-SHOCK be
kept in the OFF position if the unit is connected to a
home audio system.

Using the Wireless Remote Control
The wireless remote control can be operated regardless of the hold mode of the unit.
[Preparation | [Operation
Installing the lithium battery
Reverse side of
remote control
@Do not place any object which will block the path of
the signals between the remote control and the unit.
®Do not allow the remote sensor or transmitter to be-
come dusty.
©Do not leave the remote control standing in direct sun-
light or in high temperature locations in a car.
eln the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the re-
mote control while driving.
Take every care to prevent small children from putting
the lithium battery in their mouths or swallowing it. In
the event that a child has swallowed a battery, consult
with a physician immediately.
CAUTION:
The battery used in this device may present a risk
of fire or chemical bum if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F),
or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic part
number CR 2025/1P0D only. Use of another battery
may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from
children,
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
Preparation:
When the unit is to be operated using rechargeable batteries or dry cell batteries, first press > H on the unit and
then use the remote control. (The unit cannot be operated by the remote control while the unit is turned off.)
Initiates play/establishes pause mode when pressed again.
Stops play/turns the unit off when kept depressed.
Skip tracks (tap).
Rapidly searches forward or backward during play (keep
depressed).
Repeat all track or single track.
Remote control’s operating range
Point the transmitter on the remote contro! at the re-
mote sensor on the unit.
Use the remote control within a 7-meter range of the
remote sensor on the unit.
(Depending on the angle of the remote control, the
signals may not reach the sensor.)
Using the Unit with Optional Accessories
How to use the Velcro tape
To prevent misptacement of the remote control, it is re-
commended that the Velcro tape be used as shown in
the figure below.
Back of remote control
Adhere the Velcro tape roughly in the center of the re-
mote control's back surface.
Before adhering the Velcro tape, choose a flat and
even surface and wipe off any dirt.
Avoid a location which is exposed to direct sunlight.
Using the unit with an audio
system
Using a stereo connection cable (not included), you can
hear CDs on your audio system.
Connect the cable to the amplifier after turning off its
power.
Do not connect the cable to the PHONO jacks on the
amplifier.
eObtain the optional connecting cable if the amplifier
comes with mini-phone jacks.
e Adjust the volume on the amplifier.
Sound quality changes when XBS is selected, but vol-
ume is reduced by approximately fifty percent.
Back panel of the unit
Amplifier
To CD or AUX
b terminals
Stereo connection cable (not included)
Using the unit with a car audio
system
The SL-S231C and SL-S232C come with the car adap-
tor and car stereo cassette adaptor.
Items to be purchased (SL-S230/SL-S235)
For connection to the car audio system:
Car stereo cassette adaptor (GH-CDM10A)
Connect the car stereo cassette adaptor
to the unit’s headphones jack.
(When doing this, keep the unit’s VOLUME
control at a setting between 4 and 6.)
aeerrtere terns vereer Seta
For securing the unit and connecting the
power supply:
Car adaptor (SH-CDC9)
Car mounting kit (SH-CDF7)
Car mounting arm, Car insulator
It may not be possible to use the unit with some types of
car stereo owing to restrictions imposed by the con-
struction of the car stereo cassette adaptor.
For further details, refer to the instructions of the part
concerned.

ONLY FOR U.S.A.
For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and
all Customer Service inquiries please contact:
800-211-PANA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am—9 pm Saturday—Sunday 9 am—7 pm, EST.
Web Site: hitp://WWW.Panasonic.com
You can purchase parts, accessories or
locate your nearest servicenter by
visiting our Web Site.
Factory Servicenters Locations
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Cypress,
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CA 94080
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Suite A
San Diego, CA 92123
COLORADO
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Suite D
Aurora, CO 80012
FLORIDA
GEORGIA
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Atlanta, GA 30350
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Elgin, IL 60123
{Pick-up/Drop-off only)
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MARYLAND
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Glen Burnie, MD 21061
MASSACHUSETTS
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Suite G
Westwood, MA 02090
Accessory Purchases:
MICHIGAN
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Sterling Heights, M! 48312
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Airport Business Center
Bloomington, MN. 55425
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Forest Park, OH 45240
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Houston, TX 77036
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Farmers Branch,
TX 75244
WASHINGTON
20425-84" Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032
HAWAII
99-859 Iwaiwa Street
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
3700 North 29% Avenue
Suite 102
Hollywood, FL 33020
Service in Puerto Rico .
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Servicenter.
Ave, 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone [phone]
Panasonic Consumer Electronica
Company, Division of Matsushita
Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way,
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Audio Products
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Fax [phone]
Panasonic Sales Company, Division
of Mataushita Electric
of Pusrto Rico, Inc. (“PSC"}
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Tal. [phone]
FAX. [phone]
Limited Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (col-
lectively referred to as “The warrantor’) will repair this product with new or retur-
bished parts, free of charge, in the U.S.A. or Puarto Rico from the date of original
purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows:
AUDIO COMPONENTS, RADIOS, COMPACT DISC PLAYERS. VIDEO CD PLAY-
ERS AND HOME ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS—For one {1) year.
ACCESSORIES, HEADPHONES AND CARTRIOGES—(when applicable) For
ninety (90) days.
BATTERIES—{when applicable)—New rechargeable batteries in exchange for
defectiva rechargeable batteries—-For ten {10} days. Non-rechargeable batteries
are not warranted.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACKS—(when applicabte)—New rechargeable
battery packs in exchange tor defective rechargeable battery packs for {90} days.
Non-rechargeabla battery packs are not warranted.
Carry-in or mail-in service in the continental U.S.A. can be obtained during the
warranty pariod from a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Sarvicenter
listed In the Servicenter Directory. Or call 1-800-211-7262, toll tree, to locate an
authorized PASC Servicenter. Cary-in or mail-in service in Puerto Rico can be
obtained during the warranty period by calling the telephone numbers listed in the
Servicenter Directory.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or
other proof of date of original purchase will be required before warranty service is
rendered,
This warranty onty covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship
which occur during normal use and does not cover normal wear to the stytus (when
applicable) or dealer installed cartridge or stylus. It does not cover damage which
oecurs in shipment or faitures which are caused by products not supplied by the
warrantor or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishan-
dling, misapplication, faulty installation, set-up adjustment, improper maintenance,
alteration, improper antenna, inadequate signal pick-up, maladjustment of com-
sumer controls, modification, or commercial use of product, or service by anyone
other than a PASC Factory Servicentar or authorized PASC Servicenter, or dam-
age that is attributable to acts of God.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES RECORDS OR DISCS, ALL EXPRESS AND
IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABIL-
ITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE
APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidentat or consequential damages, or limita-
tions on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations
may not apply to you,
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
It a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you
may contact your deater or Servicenter, if the problem is not handied to your
satisfaction, then write to the Consumer Affairs Division at the company address
indicated above.

Product Service
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair the unit
yourself. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Product information
For product service, product information or assistance
with product operation, refer to the servicenter directory.
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
Maintaining the
Lens
Open the lid and clean the lens as shown in the figure.
Use a cotton swab to gently wipe off any finger-prints.
Recommended product: Lens cleaner kit (SZZP1038C)
Air blower for
camera lens
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN,
SPLASHING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS
OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIA-
TION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT
REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE
U.S.A.:
POWERED BY NICKEL-CADMIUM BAT-
TERY.
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF
PROPERLY.
ATTENTION:
The product that you have purchased is pow-
ered by a rechargeable battery. The battery
is recyclable. At the end of it's useful life,
under various state and local laws, it may be
illegal to dispose of this battery into the mu-
nicipal waste stream.
Check with your local solid waste officials for
details in your area for recycling options or
proper disposal.
If you ship the product
CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television re-
ception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one
of the following measures:
¢Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equip-
ment and receiver.
eConnect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the re-
ceiver is connected.
eConsult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications
to this equipment would void the users au-
thority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: {1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this de-
vice must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
Carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Attach a postage-affixed letter, detailing the complaint, to the outside of the carton.
Do NOT send the product to the Executive or Regional Sales offices. They are NOT equipped to make repairs.
Purchase
Customer's Record
Dealer's
Name
Dealer's
Address
a el

Audio Play time:
Troubleshooting Guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possibla cause of
the ‘problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor adjustment on
your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the
chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of Authorized Service Centers
{enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer
For detailed instructions, contact an authorized servicenter in the U.S.A. and
Panasonic Canada inc. Customer Care Center in Canada.
in Canada 905-624-5505 or web site (www.panasonic.ca/aq.him))
Check this
Is the disc properly secured in place?
els the unit in hold status?
els the disc properly secured in place?
els there condensation on the lens?
(Wait for about an hour and then try again.)
Cannot remove disc. Did you press the PUSH button to release the disc?
is the RESUME, NORMAL, RANDOM (play mode
selector} slider in the NORMAL position?
èls the headphones/earphones plug inserted all the
way?
èis the plug dirty? (Wipe away dirt on plug.)
No. of channets: 2 {left and right, {When used in hold mode, at 25°C
stereo) (77°F) temperature and on flat and
Frequency stable surface)
response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
(+0.5 dB, —1.5 dB) Anti-shock
Output voltage: 0.6 V (50 kQ) for instructions.
S/N: More than 94 dB"
Wow and flutter: Below measurable 2 alkaline batteries
limit 20h in the U.S.A. 1-800-211-7262 or web site
DA converter: 1 bit, MASH (http://www.panasonic.com)
Headphones Rechargeable About 6 W6 h
output level: Max. 9 mW+9 mMW/ batteries (RP-BP60)
16Q (variable
Pickup ! Optional :
Light source: Semiconductor laser te aps i peng 10h/
Wavelength; 780 nm atteries An i —
General g (P-3GAVA/2B) . Cannot play discs.
Operational The play time may be less depending on
temperature the operating conditions.
range: 0°C~40°C Recharging time
(32°F—104°F) RP-BP60: About 3 hours
Rechargeable P-3GAVA/2B: About § hours
temperature SH-CDB&D: About 3 hours Tracks on disc do not
range: 5°C-40°C Dimensions play in order, starting
(41°F-104°F) (WXHXD): 128X27.8x 144 mm with the first track.
Power supply: DC4.5V (58X 142" 5'6")
Power consumption: Weight: 265 g (9.4 02.) Cannot hear music—
{with batteries} too noisy.
OFFION ; ;
(without batteries)
Using AC adaptor 2.8 W/3.0 W
when recharging: 3.6 W
Note:
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Weight and dimensions are
approximate.
MASH is a trademark of NTT.
“These specifications were measured in
the anti-shock OFF mode.
Radio reception is
noisy.
SL-S232C ONLY
No operation with
TV picture is distorted.
wireless remote control
Are you using the unit body too near a TV or tuner?
{If the TV or tuner is connected to a simple indoor
antenna, connect it to an outdoor antenna.)
els the unit tumed off while rechargeable batteries
or dry cell batteries are being used? Press » If
on unit and then proceed with operation.
Has lithium battery been inserted? if it has, is its
voltage low?
Listening caution
Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high
volume, Hearing experts advise agalnst continuous €x-
tended play.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume
or discontinue use.
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicte. It may
create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
You should use extreme caution or temporarily discon-
tinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Even if your headphones or earphones is an open-air
type designed to let you hear outside sounds, don't turn
up the volume so high that you can't hear what's around
you.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “com-
fort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what
sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to
your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe
level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe tevel:
eStart your volume control at a low setting.
Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it com-
fortably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
Set the dial and leave it there.
Rechargeable batteries
eOnly the RP-BP60, P-3GAVA/2B, SH-CDB&D batter-
ies can be recharged.
elf the power delivered by the batteries lasts for a very
short time after recharging, it means that the batteries’
service life is over. Do not use them any more.
e Recharging already charged batteries will shorten their
service life.
eWhen recharging batteries for the first time or when
they have not been used for a long period of time, the
play time may be shorter than usual. In a case like
this, repeatedly recharge and discharge the batteries.
This will restore them to their regular state.
Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals
of rechargeable batteries since this may cause short-
circuiting which is dangerous.
Do not peel off the plastic covering on the recharge-
able batteries. Short-circuiting may occur which is
dangerous.
Dry cell batteries/rechargeable
batteries
To prevent damage to the batteries and electrolyte leak-
age, heed the following points.
Align the @ and © polarities properly when inserting
the batteries.
Do not mix different types or makes of batteries or old
and new batteries.
Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit
for a long period of time.
Do not throw batteries into a fire, and do not short-
circuit, disassemble or subject them to excessive heat.
*Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
Carrying dry cell batteries/
rechargeable batteries
When putting dry cell or rechargeable batteries in a
pocket or bag, ensure that no other metal objects, such
as a necklace, are placed together with them. Contact
with metal may cause short-circuiting which, in turn,
may cause a fire.
Be absolutely sure to carry the rechargeable batteries in
the battery carrying case.
When purchasing rechargeable
batteries
As a safety precaution, the portable CD players made
by Panasonic have a construction designed to make it
impossible to recharge ordinary batteries.
To use rechargeable batteries, be absolutely sure to
purchase the rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries designed es-
pecially for this unit.
Special rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries:
P-3GAVA/2B, SH-CDB8D (set of 2)
For details, check with your dealer.
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When driving a car
Special rechargeable
batteries
Ordinary dry cell
batteries/rechargeable
batteries
In the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unit
while driving.