Technics SL-XP140 User manual

Dear Cusiomer
Thank you for purchasing this product,
For optimum performance and safety,
Chnics
please read these operating instructions Portable CD Player
carefully.
SL-XP140/SL-XP141C
Operating Instructions
The “EB” indication shown on the packing
COMPACT case indicates United Kingdom.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting
T this product, please read these instructions
DIGITAL AUDIO completely. Please save this manual,
Supplied Accessories
Check the packing carton for these accessories.
The number indicated with x is for ordering replacement parts.
AC adapior ................... 1 pe.
For United Kingdom (RFEA404B-1W*) Car adaptor .......,...,.,...., 1 pc.
For others (RFEA403A-S) (SH-CDC2EY")
Car stereo cassette adaptor ...... 1 pe.
(SH-CDM8DEY-k)
Stereo earphones ............,. 1 pc.
(RFEV317A-KS) Use numbers indicated in parentheses
when asking for replacement parts.
[EB] GN]

© Skip/search buttons
(Id,
BD!
°SKIP/æ
SEARCH)
© Memory/recail button
(MEMORY/RECALL)
© Display
@ Repeat button (REPEAT)
© Push button (PUSH)
© Play/pause button (> 17)
@ Stop/power off bution
(@/POWER OFF)
Open button (OPEN)
© Headphones volume control
(VOLUME)
@ XBS switch (XBS)
© Headphones jack (0)
@ Play mode selector (MODE)
@ Hold switch (HOLD)
@ Out jack (OUT)
@ DC in jack (DC IN 4,5 V oc)
Hole for car insulator mounting
screw
Matsushita Electric industrial Co., Ltd.
Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530-97, Japan
RQT3388-B
Fo296wo

“Power Supply Preparatior
Refer
to
the
specifications
(page
7)
for
the
duration
of
the
play
time
provided
when
recharge-
able or dry cell batteries are used.
Using rechargeable batieries (not included)
Obtain the optional rechargeable batteries (SH-CDB8D).
Make sure that ihe rechargeable batteries have been recharged before use.
Recharging procedure
1 Place the rechargeable batteries
inside the unit.
(No batteries other than SH-CDB8D
can be recharged.)
f the battery compartment lid becomes dis-
engaged, position it horizontally and press it
back into position.
2 Connect the AC adaptor.
DC IN jack (DC IN 4.5V 6-4 )
Back panel of
the unit
The batteries can be used for about 10 months
(300 times) if they are used every day.
They will need to be replaced if the duration of
their operation drops drastically.
eYou can operate the unit with the AC adaptor
while recharging the batteries, but it will lengthen
the recharging time.
Recharging should be performed at S°C~40°C.
While recharging, the AC adaptor and recharge-
able batteries may get warm. This is normal,
Using the dry cell batteries
(not included)
Disconnect the AC adaptor and then install
two LR6 (UM-3) type alkaline batteries.
The batteries are inserted and removed in
the same way as for the rechargeable bat-
teries.
Using the AC adaptor
Connect the AC adaptor supplied.
Refer to the section on “Using the re-
chargeable batteries” for detalls on the
connections.
Note
The unit is in the standby condition when the
AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit
is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is
connected to an electrical outlet.
Using the car adaptor
The SL-XP141C comes with a car adaptor.
Be sure to use the adaptor specially de-
signed for this model. (Refer to the separate
installation instructions.)
Be sure to obtain the car adaptor
(SH-CDC9), available as an optional ac-
cessory for SL-XP140.
The batteries can be recharged inside the
car using the car adaptor.
Battery Indicator
The configuration of the AC adaptor differs
according to the area.
elt takes about 3 hours to fully recharge the
batteries.
3 Upon completion of the recharg-
ing, disconnect the AC adaptor
from the DC IN jack and power
outlet.
Removing the batteries
Push the batteries upward in the direction of
the arrow to remove them.
per Battery indicator
ig wang
It starts flashing when the batteries have run
down. After a short while the power is auto-
matically cut off.
(The amount of time the unit will continue to
play after the indicator has started flashing
differs slightly, depending on the type of bat-
teries used.)
Type of battery
Rechargeable
batteries
Recharge the
batteries again.
Dry cell batteries | Replace with new
batteries.
(The battery indicator may not flash if re-
chargeable batteries, other than those desig-
nated by Panasonic, are used.)
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| Label must face upward.
“Press the area near the center
“hole of the disc until it clicks into
position.
5 Press > i1,
Play now starts. :
Track number in play...
Elapsed playing time ot each track
< Play stops automatically’ when all the tracks
have been played. :;
To turn off the unit:
Press during stop mode
Skip forward/backward (skip function):
Press during play
Rapid forward/backward (search function):
Keep depressed during play
Skip and search functions
+ During program play the tracks are skipped
in the forward or backward direction in the
programmed sequence.
During program play, random play or
t-track repeat play, only the track being
played is searched.
eDuring random play, it is not possible to
skip to the track which has already been
played.
Operation Button Display
Pause:
Press
during
play/press
again
to
resume
play
lah
||
To
stop
play:
Total
number
of
tracks
Press
during
play
B
Close the id:
*
tt
=
“8 Set MODE to NORMAL.
MODENDAMAL
RESUMED | 1RANDOM
4 Connect the stereo ear-
phones to. the a aa
(Plugin Firmly), ©
6 “Adjust the WANA level.
(ifthe unit has ‘been connected to: the: car audio system, adjust the. volurne
‘between 4 and'6.0n. the. unit; “then an adjust the volume. level‘on: the “system; yi
Total playing time
pb: Forward
direction
kta: Backward
direction
For your reference:
“no d ISC” display
This appears for about 30 seconds when a
disc has not been inserted or when a disc
has not been inserted properly and then
b Bl is pressed.
“oP én” display
This appears for about 10 minutes after the
lid is opened, (It does not appear when the
unit is turned off.)
Removing the disc
After the disc has stopped rotating, open lid,
press PUSH to release the disc. (Do not
open the lid during play.)
Do not put anything
inside the unit.
Automatic Shut-OFF function
When the unit is left for about 10 minutes in the
stop or pause mode, this function automatically
shuts off the power in order to prevent the
techargeable batteries, etc. from discharging
neadiessly.
Backlight
When using the AC adaptor or the car adap-
tor, the backlight of the display turns on.
HOLD mode
This function prevents the unit from operat-
ing even if a control button is pressed in
error. (The disc lid can still be opened and
closed.)
Use the function to prevent the following sit-
uations:
Example 1:
While the unit is not in use, the power is
inadvertently turned on and the batteries run
down.
Example 2:
Play is interrupted while the unit is in use.
To
use
the
accidental
operation
prevention
function
Set
HOLD
to
the
HOLD
position.
“told” indicator
if the unit is in the hold mode, the “ho ! d"
indicator
appears
when
any
of
the
unit's
function
buttons
(except
OPEN)
is
pressed.
When the unit is turned off
The
“ho!
g”
indicator
appears
only
when
$
OB
is
pressed.
Before operating the buttons
Be
absolutely
sure
to
move
HOLD
to
re-

Skip play
Preparation:
Set the unit to the stop mode. (See page 3.)
| Set MODE to NORMAL.
2 Press eSKIP/a SEARCH to se-
lect the desired track number.
3 Press > A1.
The
tracks
are
played
in
sequence
starting
with
the
selected
track
until
the
last
track,
after
which
play
is
automatically
stopped.
LTS
Resume play
Set MODE to RESUME.
Play can be resumed from the start of the
track which was playing when the stop mode
was last selected or when the power was last
turned off.
This is useful when playing discs inside a
car.
To cancel the resume mode
Set MODE to NORMAL.
For your reference:
if MODE is set to RESUME while the unit is
turned
off,
the
all
repeat
function
is
automat-
ically activated when play is started.
eif play is stopped near the end of a track, it
may be resumed from the next track.
eWhen
a
track
is
being
played,
if
the
power
is
turned
off
and
another
disc
is
inserted,
the
position
of
the
track
last
played
is
still
in
the
memory,
and
play
will
start
at
the
same
position
among
the
tracks
on
the
newly
inserted
disc.
nt
To
change
the
tone
quality
EE
aa
(Available
except
when
using
the
OUT
jack.)
XBS
ON:
For
extra
bass
sound
OFF:
To
cancel
the
XBS
mode
e—a
Program play
Up
io
24
tracks
can
be
programmed.
Preparation:
Set
the
unit
to
the
stop
mode.
(See
page
3.)
À
Set
MODE
to
NORMAL.
2
press
oSKIP/œ
SEARCH
to
se-
lect
the
desired
track
number.
For
example:
To
select
track
3,
press
pP
3
times.
Track number
3 Press MEMORV/RECALL to
store the number in the memory.
Track number
Program order
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program
all the desired tracks.
5 press > 8.
To program the same track re-
peatedly ;
Press MEMORY/RECALL repeatedly after
step 3.
When “ £ ” appears
No more tracks can be programmed.
To check what has been pro-
grammed
Press MEMORY/RECALL during play.
(The display shows the programmed track
numbers in the sequence you have entered.)
To cancel all the programming
Press W/POWER OFF.
Random play
À Set MODE to RANDOM.
2 Press > II.
TT) nn
nt 5 gi
To cancel the random mode
Set MODE to NORMAL.
For your reference:
The first track to be played can be changed
by pressing pp in the stop mode. (Ali the
tracks are played regardiess of the track first
played.)
Program play is. not possible in the
RANDOM mode.
Repeat function
To repeat one track
Press REPEAT once in the stop mode or
during play.
To repeat ail the tracks
Press REPEAT twice in the stop mode or
during play.(In the program play mode, onty
all the programmed tracks will be repeated.
“ALL” will not be appeared.)
CG D
To cancel the repeat function
Press REPEAT once in the all repeat mode.
he Unit with
| Optional Accessorie,
Using the unit with an audio
system
Using the stereo connection cable (not in-
cluded), you can hear CDs on your audio
system.
@Connect the cable to the amplifier after tuming off
its power.
eDo not connect the cable to the PHONO jacks on
the amplifier.
Obtain the optional connecting cable if the ampli-
fier comes with mini-phone jacks.
@ Adjust the volume level on the amplifier.
OO
OUT jack
Back panel of the unit
Amplifier
Stereo connection cable
ps |
Using the unit with a car audio
system
The SL-XP141C comes with the car adaptor
and car stereo cassette adaptor.
{tems to be purchased
For connection to the car audio system:
Car stereo cassette adaptor (SH-CDM9D)
For securing the unit and connecting the
power supply:
Car adaptor (SH-CDCS)
@Car Mount Kit (SH-CDF7)
Car mounting arm, Car insulator
g =
it
may
not
be
possible
to
use
the
unit
with
some
types
of
car
audio
systems
owing
to
restrictions
imposed
by
the
construction
of
the
car
stereo
cassette
adaptor
or
car
Mount
kit.
Ape

Cautions
AC adaptor
*Handle the AC adaptor carefully. Improper han-
dling is dangerous.
eDo not touch it with wet hands.
«Do not place heavy objects on top of it.
© Do not forcibly bend it.
eBe sure to connect only the AC adaptor provided
with the unit.
#Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power outlet
if the unit is not going ta be used for a long time.
Unit
Carrying dry cell batteries or
rechargeable batteries around
When putting dry ceil or rechargeable batteries ina
pocket or bag, ensure that no other metal objects,
such as a necklace, are placed in the pocket or bag
with them. Contact with metal may cause short-
circuiting which, in turn, may cause a fire.
Be absolutely sure to carry the rechargeable batter-
ies in the battery carrying case.
When driving a car
No altering or remodeling
This can cause malfunctioning.
No dropping or strong impacts
This may damage the unit.
Locations to be avoided
Avoid using the unit in the following locations since
they can cause malfunctioning.
1. Bathrooms and other moisture-prone places
2. Warehouses and other dusty places
3. Very hot places near heating appliances, etc.
Do not leave the unit exposed to direct
sunlight for long periods of time
This may deform or discolor the cabinet and may
also cause malfunctioning,
Rechargeable batteries
Only the SH-CDBBD batteries can be recharged.
eif 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, please replace the batteries.
Recharging already charged batteries will shorten
their service life.
@When 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. Ina
case like this, repeatediy recharge and discharge
the batteries. This will restore them to their regular
charged state.
®Do not allow any metal objects to touch the termi-
nals of rechargeable batteries since this may
cause shart-circuiting which is dangerous.
eDo not peel off the plastic covering on the re-
chargeable batteries. Short-circuiting may occur,
which is dangerous.
Dry cell batteries/rechargeable
batteries
To prevent damage to the batteries and electrolyte
leakage, heed the following points into the unit.
e Align the © and © polarities properly when insert-
ing 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 an extended period of time.
eDo not throw batteries into a fire, and do not
short-circuit, disassemble or subject them to ex-
cessive heat.
eDo not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
For safety reasons, do not operate the unit while
driving.
Precautions for Listening with
the Headphones
eDo not play your headset at a high volume. Hear-
ing experts advise against continuous extended
play.
elf 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 hazard and is illegal in many
areas.
eYou should use extreme caution or temporarily
discontinue use in potentially hazardous situa-
tions.
Even if your headset 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,
When purchasing rechargeable
batteries
As a safety precaution, the portable CD players
made by our company have a construction de-
signed to make it impossible to recharge ordinary
batteries.
To use rechargeable batteries, be absolutely sure
to purchase the rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries de-
signed especially for this unit.
Special rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries:
SH-CDB8D (set of 2)
For details, check with your dealer.
P Ordinary dry cell
Sg aab batteries/recharge-
able batteries
sui)
© © © e
(For United Kingdom)
Notice about the rechargeable battery
The battery is designated recyclable.
Please follow your local recycling regulations.

Concerning Compact D
Only compact discs bearing
this mark can be used with
this
unit.
DIGITAL
AUDIO
How to remove a
disc from its case
How to store the
disc in its case
Label side
up
How to hold a disc
0 *
If the surface is dirty
Wipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
Play surface (shiny surface)
OC
x
Wipe
from
the
center
toward
the
outer
circumference.
KY
if moisture has formed on a disc
When moisture has formed because the disc
was brought suddenly into a warm room
from a cold environment, wipe it off using a
soft dry cloth.
When storing discs
Avoid locations which are
Exposed to direct sunlight.
eSusceptible to high levels of humidity or
dust.
Directly exposed to heat from a heating
appliance.
eOn top of a car dashboard or near the rear
window.
Handling precautions
eOn the label side (the side with writing)
Do not write anything using a pencil, ball-
point pen, etc. Do not stick paper or labels.
eOn the disc (shiny) side
Handle this side carefully to keep it free
from fingerprints or scratches. Do not use
record cleaners, solvents, etc.
Maintenance
Maintaining the unit
Wipe the unit with a soft cloth. Remove stubborn
dirt using a cloth which has been dipped in water or
soapy water and wrung out, and then wipe dry.
elf you intend to use a chemical cleaning cloth,
read its directions first,
@Do not use alcohol or paint thinners.
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
(8ZZP1038C)
Air blower for
camera lens
Audio
No. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz
(+0.5 dB, —1.5 dB)
Output voltage: 0.6 V (50 kQ)
SIN: More than 94 dB
Wow and tiutter: Below measurable limit
Digital filter: 8 times over sampling
DA converter: 1 bit, MASH
Headphone output level:
Max. 9 mW+9 mW/16Q
(variable)
Pickup
Light source: Semiconductor laser
Wavelength: 780 nm
General
Operational temperature range:
0°C—40C
Rechargeable temperature range:
5°C-409°C
Power supply: DC 45V
Power consumption:
Using AC adaptor: 55W
Play time:
(When the unit is used, at 25°C temperature
and on flat and stable surface)
Rechargeable
batteries
About 3 hours |
Panasonic
alkatine dry cell
batteries
About 10 hours
The play time may be less depending on the
operating conditions.
Recharging time:
About 3 hours
Dimensions
(WxHxD): 128x29.0x140 mm
Weight: 270 g (with batteries)
225 g (without batteries)
Note:
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
MASH is a trademark of NTT.

Trouble hooting Guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible 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.
f 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 instructions.
Problem
Checkpoint
Disc Hd does not
close.
Is the disc secured properly?
No play even when
disc Is inserted.
Disc cannot be
removed.
Disturbed TV
picture or
interference In
radio reception.
at
Is unit in HOLD mode?
Remedy
Secure the disc properly.
Release HOLD mode.
ls disc secured?
Secure disc until it clicks into
position.
Any condensation inside unit?
1s disc secured?
ee ee |
Stand for about an hour and
then operate.
Press PUSH to release disc,
is unit being used near TV or
tuner?
ePlace unit as far away as
possible from TV or tuner.
elf the TV or tuner has a
simple indoor antenna,
replace it with an antenna
specially designed for the TV
or tuner.
Sound cannot be
heard.
ee
Sound is
punctuated by
breaks or noise is
heard when
earphones plug is
rotated.
Has earphones plug been
inserted as far as it will go?
1s earphones plug dirty?
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUST-
MENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN
Insert plug firmly into
Headphones jack.
Wipe away dirt on plug.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING.
MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPO-
SURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT
REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVIC-
ING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Marking sign is located on bottom of the
unit.
Bottom of the unit
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
OANGER-Invisible laser
AVOID DIRECT EX-
POSURE TO BEAM.
{Bottom ot product)