Panasonic Portable CD Player Sl Mp50 Operating Instructions

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Supplied AccessoriesCheck the packing carton for these accessories.
Model No.    SL-MP50
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Portable CD player
Operating Instructions
The model number and serial number
of this product can be found on either
the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provid-
ed below and keep for future refer-
ence.
MODEL NUMBERSERIAL NUMBER
Car adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(SH-CDC12PEY)
Car stereo cassette adaptor . . . . . . 1
(SHCDM10B1PYK)
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site 
(http://www.panasonic.com).
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division ofpMatsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094http://www.panasonic.com
Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
C 2001 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
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Dear CustomerThank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety,
please read these instructions carefully.
Concerning Compact Discs
Only compact discs bearing this mark can be used with this unit.
However, continued use of irregular shaped CDs can damage the unit.
If the surface is dirtyWipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
Wipe from the center toward the outer circumference.
How to hold a discHow to store the disc in its case How to remove a disc from its case 
Play surface
(shiny surface)Label side up
Handling precautions≥If you are taking the CD from a cold to
a warm environment, moisture may
form on the CD. Wipe this off with a
soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the
CD.
≥Do not write on the label side with a
ball-point pen or other writing instru-
ment.
≥Do not use record cleaning sprays,
benzine, thinner, static electricity pre-
vention liquids or any other solvent.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to CDs.
(Do not use CDs with exposed adhe-
sive from tape or left over peeled off
stickers.)≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors
etc.Storage precautionsBe sure to store CDs in their cases to
protect them from dust, scratches, and
warping.
Do not place or store CDs in the fol-
lowing places
≥Locations exposed to direct sunlight
≥Humid or dusty locations
≥Locations directly exposed to a heat
vent or heating appliance
≥In the glove compartment or on the
rear deck of an automobile
Safety
1. Power source—Connect the unit to a power source
of the type described in these instructions or as
marked on the unit.
2. Polarization—The unit is equipped with a polarized
power 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 does-
n’t fit one way, try reversing it. If the plug still doesn’t
fit, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete out-
let. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of
the  plug.
3. Power cord protection—Route the AC power sup-
ply cord so that it will not be walked on or pinched by
items placed on or against it. Never take 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 sup-
ply cord, be careful not to overload the household
AC outlet, extension cord, or outlet from any other
device as this 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 at-
tachments and accessories recommended in these
operating instructions.
Installation
Placement
1. Foreign material—Ensure objects and liquids do
not get into the unit. Avoid exposing the unit to ex-
cessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, and
shock.
2. Magnetism—Situate the unit away from equipment
and devices that generate strong magnetic fields.
3. Stacking—Do not place anything on top of this unit.
4. Wall and ceiling mounting—Do not mount the unit
on walls or ceilings unless specified in the instruc-
tions.
Environment
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 away from heat sources, such
as radiators. Do not leave it in an automobile ex-
posed to direct sunlight with the doors and windows
closed as this may deform the cabinet.
2.Do not situate where temperatures fall below 5 oC
(41 oF) or rise above 35 oC (95 oF).
Maintenance
(See page 7 for details.)
Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet before
cleaning.
Clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive pads, scouring powders, or sol-
vents.
Service
1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be
serviced by qualified service personnel if:
1.(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has
been damaged; or
1.(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
1.(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
1.(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
1.(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet dam-
aged.
2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit be-
yond that described in these operating instructions.
Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing per-
sonnel.
3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing
ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the man-
ufacturer or parts that have the 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 ser-
vicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit
is in proper working condition.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed below. Keep these operating instruc-
tions handy for future reference. 
Stereo headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(RFEV715P-SS)
To install this product in a car, please
refer to “Installation Instructions” (at-
tached sheet).This model can play MP3 files. See
pages 4 to 6 for details. SL-MP50 
						

							Power Supply Preparations
Refer to the specifications (page 8) for information on operating times when using rechargeable batteries or dry-cell batteries.
Using the car adaptor
Be sure to use the supplied car adaptor specially de-
signed for this model. 
(Refer to the separate installation instructions.)
The car adaptor can be used to recharge the unit’s bat-
teries while in the car.
Using the AC adaptor
(not included)
Connect the AC adaptor.
Using rechargeable batteries
(not included)
Obtain the optional rechargeable batteries.
Make sure to recharge the batteries before using them.
The unit cannot be used to charge rechargeable batter-
ies other than those specially designed for it.
Optional batteries: P-3GAVA/2B
Recharging procedure
1Insert the special rechargeable bat-
teries into the unit.
2Connect the AC adaptor.(Refer to “Using the AC adaptor” for connection
instructions.) Recharging starts and the “H”
charging indicator flashes on the display. When
the rechargeable batteries fully recharge the
charging indicator disappears.
3When recharging is complete, un-
plug the AC adaptor from the
household AC outlet and the DC IN
jack.
Note!
≥Rechargeable batteries have a service life of approxi-
mately 300 charge-discharge cycles. The batteries
have reached the end of their operational life if they
last for a noticeably shorter time after recharging, or if
they cannot be recharged at all. Replace the batteries.
≥Recharging may only be performed when the unit is
powered off.
≥The AC adaptor and rechargeable batteries may be-
come warm while recharging is in progress. This is not
a malfunction.
Using dry-cell batteries 
(not included)
After disconnecting the AC adaptor, insert two “LR6,
AA, UM-3” alkaline batteries.
The procedure for inserting and removing dry-cell
batteries is identical to that for rechargeable bat-
teries.
Battery indicator
This indicator flashes 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.
Note!
≥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.
≥The battery indicator may not flash if rechargeable
batteries other than those designated by Panasonic
are used.Removing batteries
Push up on the battery
in the direction indicat-
ed by the arrow. Then
lift it out. If the battery lid
comes loose
Slide the lid back into
place horizontally.
If the unit malfunctions or freezes during use,
then disconnect the power source (the AC
adaptor or batteries). 
Re-connect the power source and continue op-
eration.
1+-
2
3
2
DC IN jack (DC IN 4.5 V K)
Back panel of the unitHousehold
AC outlet
AC adaptor
S-
XBS
Battery indicator
Location of Controls
ADisplay
BAlbum mode button
(ALBUM MODE)
CMemory/recall button 
(MEMORY/RECALL)
DRepeat button (REPEAT)
ES-XBS button (S-XBS)
FAlbum skip buttons
(M
ALBUM L
)
GSkip/search buttons
(:, 9)
HPlay/pause button (1/;)IStop/operation off button
(∫,OPR OFF)
JOpen switch (OPEN 1)
KHeadphone volume control
(VOLUME)
LHeadphone jack (Ë)
MHold switch (HOLD)
NPlay mode selector 
(NOR, RANDOM, RESUME)
OCD release button (PUSH)
PHole for car mounting base
QDC IN jack
(DC IN 4.5 V K)
HOLD
Back panel of
the unit
Conserving powerTo save power when the unit is not to be used for a long
time, unplug the AC adaptor from the household AC
outlet. Reprogram tracks if necessary before use.
BC D
AEF G
N
ML K JI H
O
PQ
HOLD mode
Before operating the buttons
Be sure to move [HOLD] to release
the unit from the HOLD mode.
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
following:
≥The unit is powered on accidentally
when not in use, causing the batteries
to run down.
≥A button is accidentally pressed during
play, interrupting the operation.
To use the HOLD functionSet [HOLD] to the HOLD position.
“(” indicationWhen the unit is in HOLD mode, press-
ing any button causes the indication
“(” to appear on the display.
When the unit is powered offThe “(” indication appears only
when [1/;] is pressed.
HOLD Function
≥Never mix dry cell and rechargeable batteries.
≥Turn the unit off before replacing the recharge-
able batteries.
To order the optional AC adaptorRP-AC46contact
1-800-332-5368 or web site 
(http://www.panasonic.com). 
						

							Button Display/referenceOperation
To pause play
To stop play
To turn off the
unit 
Skip forward/
backward
(skip function) 
Rapid forward/
backward
(search function)
Off mode
Stop mode
Sequential Play Basic Play
Follow steps 1–6.In step 2:Connect the stereo headphones to the [Ë] jack. (Plug in firmly.)
≥Play stops automatically when all the tracks have been played.
≥If 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.For your reference:
“)” indication
This indication appears for about 30 seconds if [1/;] is
pressed when no disc is loaded in the unit or if the disc
is not properly secured.
“*” indicationThis indication appears for about 10 minutes when the
cover is opened. (However, the indication does not ap-
pear when the unit is powered off.)
Removing discs1Press [∫,OPR OFF] to stop play and disc
rotation.
2Slide [OPEN 1] to open the lid.3Press [PUSH] to release the disc.Do not stop the disc by hand or try to remove it before it
stops rotating. This can damage CDs.
Note!Never insert foreign objects into the unit.
Auto power off functionIf the unit is left in stop mode for approximately 10 min-
utes, the unit powers itself off automatically in order to
prevent the batteries from running down.
(If no disc is loaded in the unit it powers itself off in
about 30 seconds.)
≥During program play (page 4), these buttons are
used to skip forward or back through the pro-
grammed sequence of tracks.
≥During random play (page 4), the skip buttons
cannot be used to skip back to tracks that were
played previously in the random sequence.
≥During program play, random play or 1-track re-
peat play (page 4), search operation is limited to
the current track only. Press during play.
Press during play.
Press during stop mode.
Press during play.
(Press [:] twice to skip to the
beginning of the previous track.)Press again to restart play.
Press and hold during play.
PUSHPUSH
3 41 6
2
L
R
NORRESUME RANDOM
VOLUME
5
46
OPEN
HOLD
OPROFF
5
S-
XBS
/
Label must face upward. Track number in play
Elapsed playing time of each track
3
/
OPROFF
OPROFF
Backward Forward
S-
XBS
S-
XBS
Total number of tracks
Total playing time Plug type:
3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo
Note on CD-R and CD-RWThis unit can play CD-DA format audio CD-R and
CD-RW that have been finalized§upon completion
of recording. It may not be able to play some CD-R
or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording.
§Finalizing is a process that enables CD-R/CD-RW players
to play audio CD-R and CD-RW.
Anti-Skip System
This system deals with skipping in a variety
of ways:
≥An anti-skip mechanism prevents skipping caused
when play speed changes due to swinging of the unit.
≥A recovery system immediately returns the laser pick-
up to its original position if it is knocked off the track by
a strong shock.
≥The 40-second anti-skip memory fills in interruptions
caused by bumps and vibrations. 
The anti-skip system works automatically while the
system is on and cannot be canceled.
When bumps continue repeatedlyThe elapsed playing time disappears and sound is inter-
rupted. 
Note!≥The anti-skip memory compresses digital signals.
≥The anti-skip memory holds up to 100 seconds of data
when playing MP3 files created with a compression
rate of 128kbps. (see pages 4 to 6).
S-
XBS
Close the lid. 
						

							Other Play Methods
Skip play
The disc plays from the specified track through to the end, then
play stops automatically.
Preparation:Put unit in stop mode.
1
2
Select the desired track.
3
Program play
Up to 20 tracks can be entered in the programmed sequence.
Preparation:Put unit in stop mode.
1
2
Select the desired track.
3Register in sequence.
(The indication “M” and the programmed sequence appear
on the display.)
4Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program all
the desired tracks.
5
The letters such as Ain the various illustrations refer to the descriptions in the “Location of Controls” section (see page 2).
Random play
1
2
For your reference:≥It is also possible to press [9] while the unit is in stop mode
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 mode). It is useful when listening to CDs in the
car, etc.
For your reference:≥If power is cut off near the end of a track (off mode), playback
may resume from the beginning of the next track.
≥If the unit is powered off and then a new disc is inserted, play
will begin from the middle of the new disc because the unit re-
members the position where play stopped on the previous disc.
Release 
Release 
Repeat function
Press during play or stop mode.
The setting switches as shown below each time you
press the button.
1-track repeat (1 `)( ----------------]One track is repeated.|v|
All-track repeat (`)|
All the tracks on the disc are repeated.|v|Cancel (no indicator is shown) --------------}
When pressed during program playThe setting switches as shown below each time you
press the button.
1-track repeat (1 `
M)( ------------]One track is repeated.|v|
Memory repeat (`
M)|
The programmed tracks are repeated.|v|Cancel (M) -------------------------------------------}
For your reference:If you select all-track repeat during random play, a new
sequence is selected each time the tracks start repeat-
ing.
Changing the sound quality
Press during play or stop mode.
The setting switches as shown below each time you
press the button.
S-XBS 
Cancel (no indicator is shown)
S-XBS:Select this setting to boost the low frequency range re-
sponse.
NORRESUME RANDOMN
G
H/
H/
NORRESUME RANDOMN
NNORRESUME RANDOM
NORRESUME RANDOMN
D
REPEAT
E
S-XBS
∫To program the same track in the se-
quence more than once
∫
After step 3, press [MEMORY/RECALL] desired number of
times.
∫If “'” is displayed
∫No more tracks can be programmed.∫To confirm the contents of the program
∫Press [MEMORY/RECALL] while the disc is playing. (The
number of the programmed tracks appear on the display in
sequence.)
∫To delete the entire programmed se-
quence
∫
Press [∫,OPR OFF].
4
NNORRESUME RANDOM
G
CMEMORY/RECALL
H/
NNORRESUME RANDOM
Playing MP3 files
What is MP3 ?
A method of compressing audio, MPEG Audio Layer 3
(MP3) allows audio to be reduced to up to one tenth its
original size when a compression rate of 128 kbps is
used, without overtly hurting audio quality.
When creating MP3 files to play
on this unit
≥Disc formats:ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 (except for
extended formats)
≥Files:MP3 files with the suffix “.mp3” or “.MP3”
≥MP3 files may not be played in the order you recorded
them. Note the following if you want the files to play in
the order you record them.
≥1Use software that records the files to the disc in file
name order.
≥2Prefix folder and file names with 3-digit numbers in
the order you want to play them.
≥3Give the files and folders names with 8 characters
or less, including the 3-digit prefix.
≥4It is better not to create folders (albums) within fold-
ers (such as shown in example 2).This unit plays MP3 files in the following order.
Numbers such as 1show the order folders (albums) and
files (tracks) within them are played.
Example1: Recommended method when creating MP3
discs.
Example2: A disc not created in the recommended way.
≥Play will be in the order shown in the below diagram,
irrespective of folder and track names, so the order of
play in this example will be A#
C#
G#
D, not
A#
B#
C#
D. Folders and files in the same level will
be played in order according to their names.
≥Folders that do not contain MP3 files (“Falbum”in the
example) are skipped.
Example2 Example1
Limitations on MP3
≥This unit cannot play files if they have a suffix other
than “.mp3” or “.MP3”.
≥This unit cannot play files that have the suffix “.mp3”
or “.MP3” if they are not MP3 files.
≥This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags.
≥This 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.
≥This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.
.
Frequently asked questions
Q. Can I play a disc if it has both audio data and
MP3 data?
No. Only the data type used for the first track is
played.
Q. Is there a limit on the number of albums and tracks?
This unit can play a maximum of 999 albums and
999 tracks. The unit cannot play albums or tracks
beyond these limits.
Q. Why is sound interrupted between tracks?
The pick-up lens has to move to find the next track
so a few seconds of silence is normal.
Q. Can I use 700-MB data?
Yes, you can.
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
001album
002album
003album
004track.mp3
005track.mp3
006track.mp3
007track.mp3
008track.mp3
009track.mp3
010track.mp3
CD-ROM drive
1
2
3
1
Aalbum
????.mp3????.mp3
CD-ROM drive
4
Dalbum
????.mp3????.mp3
????.mp3????.mp3
2
Calbum
????.mp3????.mp3
3
Galbum
????.wav????.wav
Falbum
5
Balbum
????.mp3????.mp3
????.mp3????.mp36
Ealbum
(Skipped) 
						

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RQT6080
Button Display/referenceOperation
To pause play
To stop play
To turn off the
unit 
Track skip
forward/
backward
Off mode
Stop mode
Sequential Play with MP3 files Basic Play
Follow steps 1–6.In step 2:Connect the stereo headphones to the [Ë] jack. (Plug in firmly.)
In step 5:The time until play starts depends on the number of files on the disc. If the unit cannot read the disc cor-
rectly (it is scratched or dirty or the unit is bumped), some files may be left unread or the disc may not be
read at all (“)” and “ERROR” appear).
≥If in Album mode, play stops after the last track in the album. If in Disc mode, play stops after the last track on the disc.
≥If 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.
≥You can only skip tracks in the current album
when in album mode.
≥During program play (page 6), these buttons are
used to skip forward or back through the pro-
grammed sequence of tracks.
≥During random play (page 6), the skip buttons
cannot be used to skip back to tracks that were
played previously in the random sequence. Press during play.
Press during play.
Press during stop mode.
Press during play.
(Press [:] twice to skip to the
beginning of the previous track.)Press again to restart play.
/
OPROFF
OPROFF
Backward Forward
ALBUM
S-
XBSMP3
ALBUM
S-
XBSALBUMTRACKMP3
Total number of albums
Total number of tracks
ALBUM
S-
XBSALBUMTRACKMP3
ALBUM
S-
XBS
MP3
S-
XBS
MP3
3 41 6
2
L
R
VOLUME
5
46
OPEN
HOLDNORRESUME RANDOM
OPROFF
5
/
ALBUM MODE
MEMORY/RECALL
S-
XBSTRACKMP3
Album number
Track number
Track number in play
Elapsed playing time of each trackLabel must face upward.
Plug type:
3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo
To switch between Album and
Disc mode
Plays all the tracks in the current album.
Plays all the tracks on the disc.
Press during play or stop mode.
The setting switches as shown below each time you
press the button.
ALBUM MODE
S-
XBS
MP3
ALBUM
S-
XBS
MP3Album mode
Disc mode
Album mode
Disc mode
Note!≥You cannot search when playing MP3 files.
≥If the disc is scratched or the condition of the recording is poor, some noise may occur or “ERROR” may be dis-
played before the unit goes to stop mode.Display while reading files
To confirm the album numberYou can see which album the current track is in.
Press during play.The album number is displayed for about 1 second.
Note!You cannot do the operation above during program play
(page 6).
MEMORY/RECALLS-
XBSALBUMTRACKMP3
The unit stores data it has read so play can start
again immediately when you press [1/;]. This
stored data is lost after 10 minutes when using bat-
teries or if you replace the disc. Counts the files
(tracks) on the disc
Close the lid. 
						

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Other Play Methods with MP3 files
Track skip play
Plays from the selected track through to the last track in
the current album.
Plays from the selected track through to the last track
on the disc.
Preparation:Put unit in stop mode.
1
2
Select the desired track.
3
Album skip play
You can skip album to album.
Plays from the first track of the selected album through
to the last track in the current album.
Plays from the first track of the selected album through
to the last track on the disc.
Press during play or stop mode to se-
lect the desired album.
When pressed while stopped
The album number and the total number of tracks within
it appears on the display.
Press [1/;] to start play from the first track in album 3.
Press [:] or [9] first to select another track to start
play.
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 mode). It is useful
when listening to CDs in the car, etc.
Release 
The letters such as Ain the various illustrations refer to the descriptions in the “Location of Controls” section (see page 2).
Repeat function
Press during play or stop mode.
The setting switches as shown below each time you
press the button.
1-track repeat (1 `)( ----------------]One track is repeated.|v|
Album repeat (`)|
All the tracks in the album are repeated.|v|Cancel (no indicator is shown) --------------}
1-track repeat (1 `)( ----------------]
One track is repeated.|v|
All-track repeat (`)|
All the tracks on the disc are repeated.|v|Cancel (no indicator is shown) --------------}
When pressed during program playThe setting switches as shown below each time you
press the button.
1-track repeat (1 `
M)( ------------]One track is repeated.|v|
Memory repeat (`
M)|
The programmed tracks are repeated.|v|Cancel (M) -------------------------------------------}
Changing the sound quality
Press during play or stop mode.
The setting switches as shown below each time you
press the button.
S-XBS 
Cancel (no indicator is shown)
S-XBS:Select this setting to boost the low-range response.
NORRESUME RANDOMN
G
H/
NNORRESUME RANDOM
NORRESUME RANDOMN
D
REPEAT
Program play
Up to 20 tracks can be entered in the programmed se-
quence.
Preparation:Put unit in stop mode.
1
2
Select the desired album.
3Select the desired track.
4Register in sequence.
(The indication “M” and the programmed se-
quence appear on the display.)
5Repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 to program
all the desired tracks.
6
∫To program the same track in the se-
quence more than once
∫
After step 4, press [MEMORY/RECALL] desired
number of times.
∫If “'” is displayed
∫No more tracks can be programmed.∫To confirm the contents of the program
∫Press [MEMORY/RECALL] while the disc is playing.
(The number of the programmed tracks appear on
the display in sequence.)
∫To delete the entire programmed se-
quence
∫Press [∫,OPR OFF].
For your reference:If album mode was engaged, disc mode is engaged au-
tomatically when you press [MEMORY/RECALL].
Random play
Tracks in an album or disc are played randomly until
you release the mode or press [∫,OPR OFF].
Randomly plays all the tracks in the current album. 
Randomly plays all the tracks on the current disc.
1
(“ RANDOM ” and “`”  appear on the display.)
2
For your reference:≥It is also possible to press [M
ALBUM L
] and [9]
while the unit is in stop mode to change the first track
to be played.
≥Program play is not possible in the random mode.
≥[REPEAT] does not work in the random mode. Release 
NNORRESUME RANDOM
G
C
MEMORY/RECALL
H/
Album mode
Disc mode
Album mode
Disc mode
ALBUMF
H/
NORRESUME RANDOMN
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S-XBS
Album mode
Disc mode
ALBUMF
Album mode
Disc mode
ALBUM
S-
XBSALBUMTRACKMP3
Album number Number  of  tracks
in album 3 
						

							7
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PROD-
UCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS
FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON
THE APPARATUS. 
CAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CAUTION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-
ference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can ra-
diate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to 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 televi-
sion 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 the
following measures:
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the
user’s authority 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 device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS 
TELEPHONE NUMBER 
User memo:
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
Lens Lens
Using the Unit with Optional Accessories
Using the unit with an audio
system
Using stereo connection cable (not included), you can
listen to CDs on your audio system.
≥Turn off this unit and the other equipment before con-
nection.
≥Do not connect the cable to the PHONO jacks on the
amplifier.
≥Obtain the optional connecting cable if the other
equipment comes with mini-phone jacks.
≥Keep the unit’s VOLUME control at a setting between
4 and 6, then adjust the volume on the other equip-
ment.
Using the unit with a car audio
system
This model comes with the car adaptor and the car
stereo cassette adaptor.
Please refer to the “Installation Instructions” (attached
sheet).
For securing the unit:
≥Car mounting kit (SH-CDF20)
Note when using the car mounting kit (SH-CDF20)
Note!It may not be possible to use the unit with some types of
car stereos 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.
L
R
Headphone jack (Ë)
Other equipment
(White)
(Red)
Stereo connection cable (not included)To CD or AUX
terminals
1Remove the screw from
the bracket at the rear of
the car mounting base.
2Replace the screw in the
lower hole of the bracket. Bracket
Screwdriver
Product Service
1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service per-
sonnel if:
1.(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or
1.(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
1.(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
1.(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in perfor-
mance; or
1.(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these op-
erating 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 have the 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 safety checks
to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.
Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
Contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail 
[email protected], or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:
Panasonic Services Company - Customer Servicenter
Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive
McAllen, TX 78503
In Puerto Rico contact the Panasonic Sales Company.
Tel. (787) 750-4300 Fax. (787) 768-2910
When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and
preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a
day time phone number where you can be reached.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER
WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE
INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PUR-
CHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RE-
CEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Also, the purchaser will be responsible for shipping the unit to the above address. 
						

							∫ CareTo prevent battery damage, electrolyte leakage and
short-circuiting, heed the following points.
≥Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not
use if the covering has been peeled off.
≥Align the poles +and -correctly when inserting the
batteries.
≥Do not mix different types or of batteries or old and
new batteries.
≥Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the
unit for a long time.
≥Do not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble, or
subject to excessive heat.
≥Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
≥Do not allow metal objects to touch the battery termi-
nals as this may cause short-circuiting which is dan-
gerous.
≥When carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no
metal objects such as necklaces are placed together
with them. Contact with metal may cause short-circuit-
ing which can cause a fire. For safety, carry the
rechargeable batteries in the battery carrying case.
When driving a car
In the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unit
while driving.
SpecificationsTroubleshooting Guide
Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of
the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem,
contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail  con-
[email protected], or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
Listening caution
Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high
volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous ex-
tended 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 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 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 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 level:
≥Start 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.
Cautions
EST. 1924
∫ SelectionAs a safety precaution, the portable CD players made
by Panasonic are constructed so it is impossible to
recharge ordinary batteries.
Only batteries especially designed for this unit can be
recharged.
Special rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries:
P-3GAVA/2B (set of 2)For details, check with your dealer.
≥If rechargeable battery play time is short after recharg-
ing, the batteries have reached the end of their service
life. Replace them with the recommended replace-
ments.
≥Play time may be shorter than usual after recharging
batteries for the first time or after they have been un-
used for a long time. Repeatedly recharge and dis-
charge the batteries if this occurs to restore them to
normal. Audio
No. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequency response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
(i0 dB to j7 dB)
DA converter: 1 bit, MASH
Headphone
output level: RMS max. 8 mWi8 mW/
16 ≠(adjustable)
Pickup
Light source: Semiconductor laser
Wavelength: 780 nm
MP3
Maximum number of items 
(sum of folders and files): 999
Maximum album levels: 100
Supported bit-rates: 32 kbps to 320 kbps
(128 kbps is recommended)
General
Operational temperature 
range: 0 eC–40 eC
(32 eF–104 eF)
Rechargeable temperature 
range: 5 eC–40 eC
(41 eF–104 eF)
Power supply: DC 4.5 V with optional 
AC adaptor RP-AC46
Play time:
[Approximate operating time in hours (in
hold mode with S-XBS canceled, at
25 oC (77 oF) on a flat, stable surface)]
≥The play time may be less depending
on the operating conditions.
≥Play time will be considerably reduced
when playing CD-RW.
Recharging time: About 5 hours
Dimensions 
(WaHaD): 128a27.0a131.5 mm
(5
1⁄32za11⁄16za53⁄16z)
Mass: 259 g(9.1 oz.)
(with batteries)
213 g(7.5 oz.)
(without batteries)
Note:
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
8
Ordinary dry cell
batteries/rechargeable
batteries Special rechargeable
batteries
Problem
Cannot close the cover.
Cannot play discs or
“ERROR”  is displayed.
Tracks on disc do not
play in order, starting
with the first track.
Cannot hear music—
too noisy.
TV picture is distorted.
Radio reception is
noisy.
Check this
Is the disc properly secured in place?
≥Is the unit in HOLD mode?
≥Is the disc properly secured in place?
≥Is there condensation on the lens? 
≥(Wait for about an hour and then try again.)
≥Is the disc dirty or scratched or the lens dirty?
(Wipe the disc clean and clean the lens. If it is an
MP3 disc and it is badly scratched, rerecord the
files onto a fresh disc.) 
Is [NOR, RANDOM, RESUME] in the [NOR]
position?
≥Is the headphone plug inserted all the way?
≥Is the plug dirty? (Wipe away dirt on plug.)
≥Separate the unit from mobile phones.
Are you using the unit too near a TV or tuner?
(Keep the unit away from the TV or tuner.)
Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with
the headphones. Continued use may cause rashes
or other allergic reactions.
Selection and care of rechargeable /dry cell batteries
Batteries
used
2 optional
alkaline
batteries
2 optional
rechargeable
batteries 
(P-3GAVA/2B)
CD-DA
disc
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MP3
disc
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