Panasonic SLSX420 - PORT. CD PLAYER-LOW User manual

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ModelNo.
SL-SX420
The model number and serial number of
this product can be found on either the
back or the bottom of the unit.
Pleasenote them in the spaceprovided
below and keepfor future reference.
MODELNUMBER SL-SX420
SERIALNUMBER
DearCustomer
Thank you for purchasing this product,
Before connecting, operating or adjusting
this product, pleaseread these instructions
completely, Please save this manual for
future reference.
Unless otherwise indicated, Illustrations in
these operating instructions are of the unit
for the U.S.A.,
PanasonicConsumer ElectronicsCompany,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
OnePanasonieWaySecaucus, New Jersey07094 http://wvvw.panasonic.com
PanasonicSales Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. ("PSC")
Ave.65 de Infanterm,Km. 9.5San GabrielIndustrial Park,Carolina,PuertoRico00985
PanasonicCanada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.ca
C 2002 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd.
Printed in Japan RQT6795-P
FtOO2KKO
Before requesting service, make the betewchecks, if you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicatedin the chart do not solvethe proNem:
In the U.S.A., contact the PanasonicCustomerCel/ Centerat 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail [email protected],or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contactPanasoni¢ Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre close to you.
*The HOLD function is on (,#page 4).
eThe disc isn't correctly set.
oThe disc is scratched or dirty.(Tracks skipped)
eThe unit may not read MP3 correctly if it is shaken while it is
reading the files
ether• is moisture o_]the lens Wait for about an hour and
tben try again. : clean it with a blower (recommended
product: SZZP1038C)df the lens gets marked with
fingerprints, gently wipe tbem off with acotton swab.
• You may not be able to play MP3 if you have copied a multi-
session disc that has no data between sessions
• Ensure the plugs are inserted firmly
•Wipe the piugs clean with a cleancloth
• Noise may occur when playing MP3 ifrecording quality is poor.
_•The elapsed playing time disappears and sound is interrupted
if bumps continue repeatedly.
• Separate tbis unit from mobile telephones
• This doesn't work if you change discs.
• This doesn't work during random play
• It may not work correctly under some conditions
• Random play modes may be on (,1>peg•6).
I, •Play resumes from the track wbere you last stopped play. Use
skip to return to the first track.
Disconnect then reconnect all power sources (batteries and AC
You cannot search through MP3 files
You cannot skip between the first and last albums during play
Be sure to corlnect other equipment through the remote
_control Speakers connected directly to the unit should have an
impedance of 1 kEZor less
the included remote control to operate this unit.
*You aren't using the special rechargeaNe batteries (,'_pege 5)
) •You must insert two batteries before you can recharge tbem.
•The unit must be off before you canrecharge.
_This is normal
The batteries may take a maximum of 4 hours to recharge
The batteries have reached tbe end of their service life. Usuall
f can be recharged 300 times.
• This may occur after the brst time you recharge the herr•des o_
after you haven'tused them for a long time. Playtime should b_
restored aftera few recharges.
batteries can go flat if you leave the AC adaptor
connected after recharging is complete.
•The indicator doesr_otappear whenthe ACadaptoris connected
• The indicator does not appear correctly under some
conditions.
The HOLD function is on (4>page4).
• You haven't inserted a disc or it isn't insertedcorrectly
: this unit cannot play
Reading MP3 files.

Readthese operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed below. Keep
these operating instructions handyfor future reference,
1. Power source--Connect the unit to a power source of the type
described in theseinstructions or as marked on the unit.
2. Polarization--The unit is equipped with a polarizedpower plug where
one blade is wider than the other, This safety feature ensures that the
plug fits into your household AC outlet only one way. If the plug
doesn't fit one way, try reversing it. If the plu9 still doesn't fit, contact
an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet, DOnot attempt to defeat
the safetypurpose of the plug,
3. Power cord protection--Route the AC power supply cord so that it
will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against it,
Nevertake hold of the plug or cord with wet hands, Always grasp the
plug body firmly when connecting and disconnecting it,
4. Overloading--When connecting the AC power supplycord, be careful
not to overload the household AC outlet, extenslon cord, or outlet
from any other device asthis can result in fire or electric shock.
5. Nonuse periods--Turn the unit off when it is not in use, Unplug the
unit from the household AC outlet if it is not to be used for a long
time, Unplug the unit during lightning storms, Leaving the unit
connected to a household AC outlet for extended periods can cause
battery fluid leakage.
6. Attachments and accessories--Use only the attachments and
accessories recommended in theseoperating instructions,
IIPlacement
1. Foreign material--Ensure objects and liquidsdo not get into the unit,
Avoidexposing the unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical
vibration, andshock,
2. Magnetism--Situate the unit away from equipment and devices that
generatestrong magnetic fields.
3. Stacking--Do not placeanything on top of this unit,
4. Wall and ceiling mounting--Do not mount the unit on walls or
ceilings unless specified in the instructions,
IIEnvironment
1. Water and moisture---Do not use the unit near water, such as near a
bathtub or swimming pool, Avoid damp basements,
2. Heat--Situate the unit awayfrom heat sources, such as radiators, Do
not leave it in an automobile exposedto direct sunlight with the doors
and windows closed as this may deform the cabinet.
Do not situatewhere temperatures fall below 5 °C (41 °F)or rise above
35°C (95of),
Unplug the unit from the household ACoutlet beforecleaning,
Cleanwith adamp cloth,
Do not useabrasive pads, scouring powders, or solvents.
1. Damage requiringservice--The unit should be serviced by qualified
service personnel if:
(a) TheAC power supply cord or ACadaptor has beendamaged;or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has beenexposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change
in performance; or
(e) Theunit has beendropped or the cabinetdamaged,
2. Servicing--Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described
in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized
servicing personnel,
3. Replacement parts--When parts need replacing ensure the servicer
uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that havethe same
characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards,
4. Safety check After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform
safetychecksto confirm that the unit is inproper working condition,
==Batteries
eDo not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if the covering
has beenpeeledoff.
eAlign the poles +and - correctly when inserting the batteries,
eDo not mix different types of batteriesor old and new batteries.
eRemove the batteriesif you do not intend to usethe unit for a long time,
eDo not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble, or subject to excessive
heat,
eDo not attempt to rechargedry cell batteries,
eWhen carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no metal objects
such as necklaces are placed together with them, Contact with metal
may causeshort-circuiting which can cause a fire, For safety, carry the
rechargeablebatteries in the battery carrying case,
A nickel cadmium battery that is recyclable powers the
productyouhavepurchased,Atthe end of its usefullife,under _. _-_
various state and local laws, it is illegal to dispose of this
batteryinto your municipalwastestream,Pleasecall 1-800-8-
BATTERYfor informationon howto recyclethis battery,
IICDs
eDo not use irregularly shapedCDs,
eDo not use non-specification discs.
eDo not use CDsprinted with label printers availableon the market.
eDo not use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with
adhesiveexuding from underlabels andstickers,
==Listening
@_
Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume. Hearing
experts advise against continuous extended play.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue
use.
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle, It may create a traffic
hazardand is illegal in manyareas.
You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in
potentially hazardoussituations,
Even if your headphones or earphones are the 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 bedeceiving. Overtime your hearing "comfort level" adapts to
higher volumes of sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud
andharmful to your hearing,
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFOREyour
hearingadapts,
To establish a safe level:
eStart your volume control ata low setting.
eSIowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly,
andwithout distortion.
Onceyou haveestablished acomfortable sound level:
eLeave it there.
IlAIlergies
Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the earphones or any
other parts that directly contact your skin, Continued use may cause
rashes or other allergic reactions.

WARNING:
TO REDUCETHE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICSHOCKOR PRODUCT
DAMAGE,DONOTEXPOSETHIS APPARATUSTO RAIN, MOISTURE,
DRIPPING OR SPLASHINGAND THAT NO OBJECTSFILLED WITH
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCTUTILIZESALASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCEOF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULTIN HAZARDOUSRADIATIONEXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPENCOVERSAND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER
SERVICINGTO QUALIFIEDPERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
Useonly car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9
manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co,,Ltd.
I Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.
THE FOLLOWINGAPPLIESONLYIN THEU.S.A.
CAUTION:
This equipment has beentested and found to comply withthe limits for a Class
Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15of the FCCRuies,
These limits are designed to provide reasonaNe protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may causeharmful interferenceto radio communications.
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 reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
thefollowing measures:
oReofient or relocatethe receiving antenna,
olncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
oConnect the equipment into an outiet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected,
oConsult the dealer or anexperienced radio/TV technician for help,
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the
user's authority to operatethis device.
This device compiles with Part 15of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that maycause undesired operation.
Product Service
1. Damage requiringservice--The unit should be serviced by qualified
service personnel if:
(a) TheAC power supply cord or ACadaptor has beendamaged;or
(b) Objects or liquids have goffen into the unit; or
(c) The unit has beenexposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change
in performance; or
(e) Theunit has beendropped or the cabinetdamaged,
2. Servicing--Do not attemptto servicethe unit beyond that describedin
these operating instructions, Refer all other servicing to authorized
servicingpersonnel,
3. Replacementparts--When parts needreplacingensurethe serviceruses
parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same
characteristicsasthe originalparts, Unauthorizedsubstitutesmayresult in
fire,electricshock,orother hazards.
4. Safety cheek After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform
safetychecksto confirm that the unit is inproper working condition,
Product information
Forproduct informationor assistancewith product operation:
In the U,S,A., contact the PanasonicCustomer Call Center at 1-800-211-
7262, or e-mail [email protected], or web site
(http://www.panasonic,com).
In Canada,contact PanasonicCanadaInc, Customer Care Centreat 908-
624-8808, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre
closeto you.
User memo:
DME OFPURCHASE
DEALERNAME
DEALERADDRESS
TELEPHONENUMBER I
ONLYFORU.S.A.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. Panaso,ic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Prier to Rico. Inc.
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Ave 65 de Infanteria. Kin. 95
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 San Gabriet industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Audio Products LimitedWarranty
Limited Warranty Coverage Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
If your product Iodod below does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship,
Panasonic Consumer EEectronics Co_/lpan!/or Panasonic Sales Company (codectively referred to as "the
warrantor") will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original
urehase ("warranty period'), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b)
Jlace it with a new or a refurbishedproduct¸ ]'he decision to repair or rpplace will be made by the warrantor¸
Pr_uct or Part Name Pairs Labor
Radio, Clock Radio, Radio with ]'ape Playsr or
Recorder, Portable CD Player, Headphone One (1) Year One (1) Year
Stereo, Tape Recorder, Speaker
Rechargeab[e batteries
(in exchange for defective item) Ten (10) Days Not Applicable
SDMemory Card
!inexchange for defective item) Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable
During the "Labor" warranty period there wiEIbe no charge for labur During the "Parts" warranty period, there
wiff be no charge for parts¸ YOU m_st mail-in your product during the warranty period This Li_lited Warranty
exdodes both parts and labor for batteries, antennas, nod cosmetic parts (cabinet)¸ This warranty only applies
to products p_rchased and serviced in the Unitod States or Puerto Rico This warranty is extended only to the
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold "as is"¸ A purchase receipt or other proof of the
original pprchase date is required for warranty servEce
TO obtain service in the USA please contact:
Panasonic SeEv[cesCompany, Panasonie Plus Oepar_lent
20421 84th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032
]'el: 1-800-833-9626 Fax: [phone]
Forassistance inPuerto Rico call Panasonie Sales Company (781h750-4300 or fax [phone]
When shipping the unit carefully pack and seod it prepaid, odequately insured aod preferably in the original
carton Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be
reached
Customer Services Directory
]'his warlanty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER
normal wear nod tear or cosmetic damage¸ The warranty ALSO DOgS NOT COVER damages which occurred in
shipment, or faiJ_res which areca_sod by products not supp[iod by the warrantor, or failures which res_a eom
accidents, misuse, abuse, neglepp _/lishandling, misappficat]on, aaeration, fanny installation, sebup
adjustments, misodjustmen_ of consul/let controls, Empropar _/laintanance, power lines_rge, lightning damager
modification, introduodon of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as horn, OffiCer restaurant or
other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Servieenter or odaer
Authorized SerVicer, or damage that isattributable to acts of God
THERE AI{£ NO EXPRESSWARRANTIES EXCEPTAS LISTED UNDER "LIMITED WAI{RANfY COVERAGE".
THE WARI{ANTOR IS NOTLIABLEFOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES RESULTING FROM Tff£
USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY 8RE_H OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this
exclodes da_/lages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an insta[]od unit if applicable,
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content The items listed are not exodJsJve,but are for ibustrodon only)
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]'his warranty gives you spaciffo legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state¸
a a problem with this product deveEopaduring or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or
Servicenter If the problem is not handlod to your satisfaction, then write [o the warrantor's Consumer Affairs
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Play mode selection Display panel
Lens
Battery
compartment
Openswitch
To Headphonejack switch
I
Volume control Program/
(%_) recall
Headphone Tone
selection
Volume control (+,-)
I
Operation off
To DCINjack
heard when operating the remote control.
Through_to Headphonejack
Carstereocassetteadaptor(SH-CDMtOA)
(not included)
Set the unit's volumeto 10.
Adjustthevolumelevel
ontheaudiosystem.
Car audio
Somecannotbe
connected.
Skip/Search Hold switch Check the packing carton for these accessories.
el Wired remotecontrol:N2QCBDO00010
ForU.S.A.
el Pair ofstereoheadhones:LOBADO000163
ForCanada
el Pair ofstereoearphones:LOBAB0000124
Audio (CD-DA)
No.of channels:
2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequencyresponse:
20 to 20,000 Hz
(+0,5 dB to -10 dB)
DAconverter: 1 bit, MASH
Headphoneoutput level:
RMS max,8 roW+8 roW/
16 £3(adjustable)
Pickup
Light source: Semiconductor laser
Wavelength: 780 nm
MP3
Supported bit-rates:
32 kbps to 320 kbps
(128 kbps is recommended)
Supported sampling frequency
48 kHz/44.1 kHz/32 kHz
Maximum number of items
(sum of albums and tracks): 999
Maximum album levels: 100
General
Powersupply:
DCinput(viaoptionalACadaptor):
DC4.5V
Operational temperature range:
0 °C-40 °C
(32 °F-104 °F)
Rechargeabletemperaturerange:
5 °C-40 °C
(41 °F-104 °F)
Playtime:
[Approximateoperatingtime in hours
(playing MP3 at the recommended
bitrate of 128 kbps, with HOLD on
and EQcanceled,at 25 °C (77°F)on
aflat,stablesurface)]
2 optional 37 25
alkaline batteries
2 optional
rechargeable 14 10
baffedes
Rechargingtime: 3to 4 hours
oThe play time may be less
depending on the operating
conditions,
oPlay time will be considerably
reduced when playing CD-RW.
Dimensions (Wx Hx D):
135x27.7x135 mm
(5Sh_"x 1_hz'x5_hG")
Mass: 210 g (7,4 oz.)
(with batteries)
164 g (5,8 oz.)
(without batteries)
Note:
Specifications are subject to
change without notice,
Mass and dimensions are
approximate,

Asasafetyprecautionthisunitisconstructedsoit isimpossibleto insert two "LR6,
rechargeordinarybatteries.Fordetails,checkwithyourdealer,
Ordinarydry cell batteries/
rechargeablebatteries
After disconnecting the AC adaptor,
AA,UM-3" alkaline batteries,
Insert the sameway as the rechargeablebatteries.
Make surethe unit is off when recharging,
O O Household
ACoutlet
ACadaptor
(Optional:RP-AC46)
UThe battery indicator ( _ ) scrolls while recharging and disappears
when finished (3 to 4 hours),
IBYou can rechargethe batteries before they arefully discharged.
UFit the battery lid so it is secure and flush with the battery compartment
if it comes loose, otherwise it can scratch your discs.
This indicator appearswhen the unit is on.
the indicator starts flashing
mBefore playing starts the battery indicator may flash although the
batteries arenot drained, This is normal and recharging is unnecessary,
==Playtime
,_Specifications,page4
==Removingbatteries
Elapsedplaying
time of track
Track number
Release
HOLD.
Press.
Adjust the volume.
(0- 2S)
Remotecontrol Main unit
Not available. Press.
==Pressagain to restart play.
Remote control Main unit
Pressandhold Pressandhold
duringplay, _ _ duringplay.
1You cannot search whileplaying MP3.
lYou can search only within the current track during program, one-track repeat,
or random play modes (,::>page 6).
Remote control Main unit
Press. _Press.
iPress [ _ ] twice to skip to the beginning of the previous track during play.
Remotecontrol Main unit Numberoftracks Numberofalbums
Press. Press. _(_ _ _
==Press and hold to mPress again to turn
turn the unit off. the unit off. Totalplaytime Numberoftracks

O
Select the tracks while stopped.
Youcanskipalbumswhenprogramming
MP3tracks(,_ below).
O
Press to register.
Tracknumber
O _ Sequencenumber
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to
register up to 20 tracks.
O
Startplay.
Eachtime youpress[EQ]
WhenPlaying MP3
_Sequence rtuiTiber
€
@ Albumnumber
Tracknumber
==To confirm the contents of
the program
Press [MEMO] while the disc is
playing,
==Todelete IJleentire program
Press[11].
Eachtime youpress [MODE]
1--> eL) RANDOM---) RANDOM
MODE Onetrack All track Random Random
repeat repeat play repeatplay
'_ NOdisplay (canceled)
=You cannot select"RANDOM" while playing MP3,
1You cannot skip backto other tracks during random play,
This system reducesthe skipping caused by vibration to a minimum.
You can change the anti-skip memory time for CD-DA to improve sound
quality,
Eachtime youpressand hold [MODE]
MODE POS 2 ( ) POS 1
Bettersound quality, Normal sound quality,
10-secondanti-skip memory 45-second anti-skip memory
=You cannot change the memory time for MP3, It is a maximum of 100
seconds for datarecorded at 128 kbps,
S-XBS ) LIVE
Boosts the bass Concert hall-like sound
'_"-- NOdisplay (canceled)--_
lithe effect may differ between different kinds of music,
Pressandholduntil thealbum youwantappears.
Pressandhold[EQ]until"bP oFF"appears.
bP on_bP oFF
Tone on Tone off
_ Albumnumber
_ Numberoftracks
Eachtime youpressandhold[MODE]
MODE ALBUM (
Albummode )Nodisplay (canceled)
liYou cannot turn album mode on during program play.
liYou can select another album with album skip.
This unit can play MP3, a method of compressing audio without overtly
hurting audio quality,
1When creating MP3 files to play on this unit
eDisc formats: ISO9660 level1and level 2 (except for extendedformats)
elt is better not to create folders (album) within folders (O04album
below),
CD=IIOMdrive
F- _ O01aibum
_II/ack.mp3 ._
OOlalbum
O03album
Naming tracks and albums
Prefix with 3-digit nm,lbers inthe _der you want to play
001track.rap3 i_MP3)
I--I
Up to 27 characters fo_ t ra_;ksand 30 for albull_
If you created an album such as
O04albumat left, the albums would play
in the order (_), (_), _), (_), but the files
may not play in name order,
1Limitations on MP3
eThis unit is not compatible with ID3tags.
eThis unit is compatible with multi-session but if there are a lot of
sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of
sessions to a minimum to avoid this.
eThis unit cannot playfiles recorded using packetwrite,
elf the disc includes both MP3 and normal audio data (CD-DA), the unit
playsthe type recorded in the inner part of the disc,
if the disc includes both MP3 andother types of audio data (e,g, WMA
or WAV),the unit playsonly the MP3,
eDependingon how you create MP3 files, they may not play in the order
you numbered them or may not play at all,
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