Panasonic Portable CD Player Sl Sv590 Operating Instructions

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No play.
 HOLD is on, stopping buttons from being operated. 
Cancel HOLD (
page 4).
 The batteries may be drained (
page 4).
 The disc isn’t correctly set.
 The disc is scratched or dirty. (Tracks may be skipped 
particularly with MP3 discs.)
 There is moisture on the lens. Wait for about an hour 
and then try again.
 The lens is dirty: clean it with a blower (recommended 
product: SZZP1038C). You cannot use a CD type lens 
cleaner. If the lens gets marked with fingerprints, gently 
wipe them off with a cotton swab.
 Remove the plug and reinsert it as fully as possible.
 The unit may not read a track properly if shaken 
strongly during disc reading.
 If there is no data between sessions on a multi-session 
disc, play may not be possible.
 If there is a large amount of JPEG data etc. within an 
MP3 file, sound may be muted and play may not be 
possible.
 If the disc contains data with different formats, sound 
may be muted and play may not be possible.
  If a CD-ROM format disc contains MP3 and other files, 
only the MP3 files will be playable.
No sound or there is a 
lot of noise. Ensure the plugs are inserted firmly.
 Wipe the plugs with a clean cloth.
 The disc is scratched or dirty. 
 Sound may be interrupted or noise may occur if the 
recording quality of the disc (CD-R/CD-RW) is poor.
 The elapsed play time disappears and sound is 
interrupted if bumps continue repeatedly.
 Increase separation between the unit and mobile 
phones. This unit may receive radio interference 
caused by the mobile phones during use.
Disc rotation stops 
and starts during play.Disc rotation stops and starts to save power.
Operation sounds are 
heard from the unit.There is some sound heard when a disc is being 
accessed or disc rotation starts.Play doesn’t resume 
from the last point 
stopped. This doesn’t work during random play. 
 It may not work correctly under some conditions.
Play doesn’t start from 
the first track. Random play modes may be on (
page 5).
 The resume function (
above) is operating. The 
resume function is canceled if you open the lid while 
stopped (while the power is ON).
Cannot search through 
tracks.You cannot search through a disc with MP3 files.
Cannot specify point A 
or B.You may not be able to specify point A or B at the end of 
a disc.
Cannot change the 
anti-skip mode.If [] or [] is pressed before [MEMO] you 
cannot change the mode.
Digital Re-master 
does not work.Depending on the type of MP3 disc recording, the effect 
may not appear.
Cannot skip albums.You cannot skip from the last to first album, or vice 
versa, during play.
Radio reception is 
noisy.Keep the unit away from televisions and other tuners.
Cannot listen to AM.This unit only supports an FM tuner.
The battery indicator 
fails to appear or is 
incorrect.The indicator may not appear correctly under certain 
conditions.
The unit stops 
working.Remove the batteries then insert them again.
HOLD is on, stopping buttons from being operated. 
Cancel HOLD (
page 4).
You haven’t inserted a disc or it isn’t inserted correctly.
You have inserted a disc this unit cannot play.
The disc lid is open.
The program already contains 20 tracks.

Reading MP3 files.
Display

Model No.
SL-SV590
Dear CustomerThank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this 
product, please read the instructions completely. 
Please keep this manual for future reference.
RQT8542-P
F1205ST0
PC P
Troubleshooting guide
Operating Instructions
Portable CD Player
HOLD (Function lock)
The hold function stops the buttons from being operated. By keeping the hold 
function on, you can stop the power from being switched on, play from being 
stopped and other operations from being done by mistake. 
Resume function
Play resumes from where last stopped. [The resume function is canceled if 
you open the lid while stopped (while the power is ON). The resume function 
is also canceled when the disc is changed.]
Discs that can be played
CD-R/CD-RW
MP3CD-DAWMAWMAWMACommercially 
available music CD 
(CD-DA)WMA cannot 
be played
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094   http://www.panasonic.comPanasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, 
Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3   www.panasonic.ca
2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in China
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or 
if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on 
page 3 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on page 2 if you reside in Canada. 
						

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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.
BatteriesDo not peel off the covering on the batteries and do not use if the covering has been peeled 
off.
Align the poles  and  correctly when inserting the bat teries.
Do not mix different types 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 a fire, short-circuit, disassemble, or subject to excessive heat.
Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
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-circuiting which can cause a 
fire.
CDsDo not use irregularly shaped CDs.
Do not use non-specification CDs.
Do not use CDs printed with label printers available on the market.
Do not use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with adhesive exuding from 
under labels and stickers.
Listening Caution
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 hazard and is illegal in 
many areas.
You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue 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 “comfort 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 comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
Leave it there.
1)  Read these instructions.
2)  Keep these instructions.
3)  Heed all warnings.
4)  Follow all instructions.
5)  Do not use this apparatus near water.
6)  Clean only with dry cloth.
7) 
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) 
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has 
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third 
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided 
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)  Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, 
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11)  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12)  Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is 
used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination 
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13)  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused 
for long periods of time.
14) 
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug 
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has 
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions 
on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions 
handy for future reference.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note:
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 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 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 
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 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.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094 
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
Product informationFor product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 3.
In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, or visit 
the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you. 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; or1. (b)   Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or1. (c)  The unit has been exposed to rain; or1. (d)   The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or1.  (e)   The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
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 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 ServiceProduct Service
CD SectionAudio (CD-DA)
Sampling frequency:  44.1 kHz
No. of channels:
  2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequency response:
  20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
 (	0.5 dB to 
7.0 dB)
Headphone output level: 
  RMS max. 6.5 mW	6.5 mW/ 
 16  (adjustable)
Pickup
Light source:  Semiconductor laser
Wavelength: 795 nm
MP3
Supported bit rates
(Supports variable 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 
  (total no. of albums and tracks):  999(total no. of albums):  500
Maximum album levels:  100
Radio sectionFrequency
Radio frequency:
 FM;   87.90 MHz to 107.90 MHz 
    (0.2 MHz steps)
  87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz 
  (0.1 MHz/0.05 MHz steps)
GeneralDimensions (WHD):
 138.6 mm24.4 mm138.6 mm
(5
14/32
  31/32
  514/32
)
Mass: 217 g (7.6 oz.) (with batteries)
 170 g (6.0 oz.) (without batteries)
Operational temperature range:
 0 C to 40 C (32 F to 104 F)
Note:Specifications are subject to change 
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are 
approximate.  
Specifications
Batteries used MP3CD-DARadio
(FM band)
2 alkaline batteries (LR6) 75 33 33
Play timeUsing on a flat stable surface at 25 C (77 F), all sound quality effects are 
canceled, Hold is on, Anti-skip is on POS 1 (CD-DA) and recommended bit rate 
(MP3: 128 kbps). Play times are in hours and approximate.
The play time may be less depending on the operating conditions.
Play time will be considerably reduced when playing CD-RW.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT 
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. 
Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and 
Thomson multimedia.
Caution 
						

							Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
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ONLY FOR U.S.A.
F1104
ONLY FOR CANADA
Panasonic Canada Inc.
PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT — LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original 
purchase.
  Technics Audio Product   One (1) year, parts and labour
  Panasonic Audio & DVD Product   One (1) year, parts and labour
  Accessories including rechargeable batteries   Ninety (90) days
In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized Panasonic service facility.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused 
or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used 
commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and 
exclusions may not be applicable.
WARRANTY SERVICE
   FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact: 
  Our Customer Care Centre:  Telephone #:  (905) 624-5505
   1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505
    Fax #:   (905) 238-2360
    Email link:  “Contact Us” on www.panasonic.ca
   FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca :
  Link : “Servicentres
TM locator” under “Customer support”
Panasonic Factory Service:
  Richmond British Columbia   Mississauga, Ontario
  Panasonic Canada Inc.  Panasonic Canada Inc.
  12111 Riverside Way  5770 Ambler Drive
  Richmond BC   V6W 1K8  Mississauga ON  L4W 2T3
  Tel:  (604) 278-4211  Tel:  (905) 624-8447
  Fax: (604) 278-5627  Fax: (905) 238-2418
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.
Panasonic Audio Products Limited Warranty
Product or Part Name Parts LaborRadio, Clock Radio, Radio with Tape 
Player or Recorder, Portable CD Player, IC 
Recorder, Headphone Stereo, Tape RecorderOne (1) Year One (1) Year
Rechargeable batteries 
(in exchange for defective item)Ten (10) Days Not Applicable
SD Memory Card 
(in exchange for defective item)
Ninety (90) DaysNot Applicable
Limited Warranty CoverageIf your product listed below does not work properly because of a defect in materials or 
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
(collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the 
chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option 
either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a 
refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty 
period, there will be no charge for parts. You must mail-in your product during the warranty period. 
This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts 
(cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United 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 purchase date is required for warranty service.
To obtain service in the USA please contact:Panasonic Services Company, Panasonic Plus Department
20421 84th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032
Tel: 1-800-833-9626  Fax: 1-800-237-9080
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or 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.
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your 
nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make 
Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupportor, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfoYou may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262), 
Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm; Saturday–Sunday 10 am–7 pm, EST.
Customer Services Directory
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER 
normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which 
occurred in ship ment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures 
which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty 
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line 
surge, lightning damage, modifi cation, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as 
hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a 
Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY 
COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING 
FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. 
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an 
installed unit if applicable, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data 
or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF 
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or 
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions 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. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you 
may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then 
write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR 
RESPONSI BILITY.
Accessory Purchases
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products 
by visiting our Web Site at:  http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
or, send your request by E-mail to:  [email protected]
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday–Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)Panasonic Services Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, 
Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787) 750-4300,  Fax (787) 768-2910
Service in Puerto Rico 
						

							
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OPENOPENOPEN
 OPEN

Press to 
open the 
lid.
Press the tab 
firmly and lift 
upwards.
Check the packing carton for this accessory.
For U.S.A.

1 Pair of stereo headphones: L0BAD0000181
For Canada

1 Pair of stereo earphones: L0BAB0000201
Supplied accessory
Use product numbers indicated when ordering replacements or 
optional accessories from your Panasonic dealer.
(Product numbers correct as of November 2005. These may be subject to c\
hange.)To order accessories in the U.S.A., refer to the “Accessory Purchases” on page 3.
The model number and serial number of this product can be found on eithe\
r 
the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future referen\
ce.
MODEL NUMBER                              SL-SV590
SERIAL NUMBER
User memo:
Before playing starts the battery indicator level may temporarily 
go down or flash although the batteries are not drained. It appears 
correctly once you start play.

The battery indicator level may differ when listening to a CD or the radio. The battery indicator level may briefly go down when changing from 
CD to radio or vice versa. It appears correctly immediately afterwards.
000 5-05:22The unit switches off shortly after 
the indicator starts flashing.
The battery indicator (This indicator appears when the unit is on.)
Dry cell batteries (not included)
Close the 
battery lid 
securely.
Power supplyPlay time 
page 2, Specifications
Insert the 
batteries in the 
direction of the 
arrows.
“LR6, AA” alkaline batteries(Lift up the left side of the 
battery when removing.)
Pause
    
Press.Press again to restart play.


HOLD

 VOL  \b
OPEN
010-00:
01
MP3	

Insert a disc and 
close the disc lid.Removing 
a discPress to open 
the disc lid.
Elapsed play 
time of track 
Current 
track number
Insert the 
plug fully\f.
Lights while playing MP3 \f

If the plug is not fully inserted, 
the sound may be interrupted.
Press to start playing a disc.
(The power switches on and play starts.)
Slide to cancel 
HOLD.
cancel
Listening to CDs (Basic play)MP3 and CD-DA indicate limitations on these discs only.
    Press.
0 11-51 :
520 60--00 :
25CD-DAMP3
Number of tracks Total play time Number of albums Number of tracks
Stop
Press to adjust the volume. (0 to 25) 
(VOL
: Decrease   VOL \b: Increase)
    While stopped,  press.
(Everything disappears from the display.) If the unit is left in stop mode for approximately 10 minutes, it turns \
itself off automatically.
Turn off
Make sure 
that the 
battery lid 
is securely 
closed.
 side for the 
right ear, 
  side for the 
left ear
Move this when 
the earphones 
are not in use. 
(Prevents 
tangling)
While playing, press and hold.

You can only search within the current track except for during all 
track repeat ( page 5) and regular play.
Search   CD-DA	
(backward)                  (forward)
Press.

Press [ 	] twice consecutively to skip to the beginning of the 
previous track while playing.
 You cannot use [ 	] to skip to any previous tracks during random 
and random repeat play modes ( page 5).
Skip	
(backward)                  (forward)
Album skip  MP3 
Until the album you want 
appears, press and hold.	
(backward)                  (forward)
Album number
Number of tracks in the album
0
30-00 :
10
Note about using a DualDisc  The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical\
 
specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so pla\
y may 
not be possible.
  Do not use a DualDisc in this unit as it may not be possible to insert i\
t 
correctly and it may get scratched or scraped.
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER 
Fit the battery lid so it is secure and flush with the battery 
compartment. If it comes loose, it may scratch your discs.
For U.S.A.:
Headphones
For Canada:
Earphones 
						

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Unit limitations This unit is compatible with multi-session discs 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.
 Depending on how you create MP3 files, they may not play in the 
order you numbered them or may not play at all.
 You cannot play WMA files.
PLAY MODE
MP3You cannot select “RND” and “A
B” with MP3.
RNDRND
A
1B
One track 
repeat All track 
repeat Random Random 
repeat 
No display (canceled)AB repeat 
(
below)
While playing
or
while paused
Changing the play mode
Each time you press 
Specifying the AB segment
Press to specify the start point (A).                                                Press once more to specify the end point (B).  Stop or skip (
page 4) to cancel.
If you do not specify point B this will automatically be set as the end 
of the disc. Repeat begins when this point is reached. You can also 
specify point B again by pressing [MEMO].
MEMO
Playing only the tracks in a selected album (Album mode)  MP3
No display 
(canceled)
PLAY MODE
To select another album (
page 4, Album skip)
You cannot select album mode during program play (
above).
Each time you press and hold 
ALBUM MODE(Only tracks on the desired album are played)
Changing the sound quality/sound effects
EQ
 If you select 3D-1 or 3D-2, the sound volume may be reduced.
The effect may differ with different kinds of music.
Depending on the recording conditions, sound may be interrupted 
when switching between EQ settings.
If you select 3D-1 or 3D-2 then try playing a disc that contains both 
CD-ROM format and CD-DA format tracks, there will be a brief noise 
when the disc changes from playing the CD-ROM format track to the 
CD-DA format one.
If RMTR is set when playing MP3, the effect is canceled as soon as a 
CD-DA format track is played.
When listening to the radio, you can only select S-XBS and 
S-XBS	(
page 6).
While playing, each 
time you press While playing, each 
time you press and hold 
Changing the sound qualityChanging the sound effects
H.BASS
H.BASS
S-XBS
S-XBS
Boosts the bass
Enhanced S-XBS
No display (Cancels 
the sound quality)Enhanced H.BASS Add powerful 
bass
MP3 RMTR (Digital Re-master):You can regenerate signal 
frequency lost during compression, 
restoring the sound to near pre-
compression form.
Sound field of 3D
Enhanced 3D-1
More natural 
sound quality
No display (Cancels 
the sound effect) You can combine the sound quality and sound effects settings. Set the 
sound quality by pressing [EQ] and then the sound effects by pressing 
and holding [EQ]. (You can also set the sound effects first.) 
Playback modesMP3 and CD-DA indicate 
limitations on these discs only.Handy functionsMP3 and CD-DA indicate 
limitations on these discs only.
Note on CD-R and CD-RWFor CD-DA format, use a music disc and finalize it after recording. The unit 
may not be able to play some discs due to the condition of the recording.
 A process performed after recording that enables CD-R/CD-RW players to 
play audio CD-R and CD-RW.
Playing MP3 MP3:  A method of compressing data with little loss to the original 
sound quality. 
EQMEMOPLAY MODE
The anti-skip function (ANTI-SKIP SYSTEM) reduces or eliminates 
skipping caused by vibration. You can change the anti-skip memory time.
POS2POS1
Anti-skip enhanced mode
Able to withstand a maximum of 
45 seconds of vibration  Sound enhanced mode
Able to withstand a maximum of 
10 seconds of vibration
MP3 You cannot change the memory time for MP3. It is a maximum 
of 100 seconds for MP3 recorded at 128 kbps.
Changing the anti-skip mode  CD-DA
While stopped, each time you press and hold MEMO

 
While stopped, use 
[] or [] to 
select the track number.

MEMOPress to enter.
Repeat steps to to program up to 20 tracks.

 Press to play.
Confirm tracks selected: While playing, press [MEMO]. Cancel: Press []. (“M” disappears.) 
Playing desired tracks only (Program play) 
(backward) (forward)
030-00:
01-
030-00:
01-
030-00:
01-
MP3CD-DA
Track number Sequence numberWill appear after 
[MEMO] is pressed
Album number
Track number Sequence number
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.MP3
001album
CD-ROM drive
001track.mp3002album
004track.mp3
005track.mp3
004album
008track.MP3
009track.MP3
003album
006track.mp3
007track.MP34
3
1
2Up to 32 characters
If you create an album like this, the 
files may not play in the order you 
numbered them.
The albums would play in the order 
, , , . 
When creating MP3 files to play on this unitDisc formats: ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 (except for extended formats)
Naming tracks and albumsPrefix with 3-digit numbers in the 
order you want to play
Extension
(or .MP3)
Side of the main unit 
						

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Listening to the radio (FM TUNER ONLY)
Receiving an FM broadcast clearly
Set to “CITY” if reception is poor or if there is interference from 
another station.
Each time you press and hold
CITY/NORNo display
(canceled)CITY
Set to “MONO” when there is noise during FM reception.
Sound becomes monaural, but noise is reduced.
Each time you press
Selecting stereo or monaural FM
FM MONO/ST
No display
(stereo)MONO
Sound quality
Each time you press
The effect may differ with different kinds of music.
EQ
S-XBSBoosts the 
bassNo display 
(canceled) Enhanced 
S-XBS
To obtain good receptionThe headphone/earphone cord is also the FM antenna so extend it 
instead of leaving it coiled.
When connecting the unit to other equipment, set the volume 
level between 10 to 15, then use the volume control on the other 
equipment to adjust the volume.
Turn off this unit and the other equipment before connection.
Insert each plug fully. [Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo]
To CD or AUX 
terminals Audio system 
and so on Audio cable (not included)
You cannot use an optical cable.
Connecting to other equipment 
Main unit
Erasing a memorized station:
Perform step  for “Storing stations in memory” (
above).

Press to select the memorized station to be erased.Press and hold to change rapidly.

Do each of the following steps within 10 seconds.
Press.The frequency number flashes.

Press and hold 
until “- - - -” flashes.
Press.
   1FM
M- -.- -
MEMO
MEMO
MEMO
 (backward)  (forward)
HOLD
 VOL CITY/NOR
FM MONO/STRADIOMEMOEQTUNE MODE
RADIO

OPR OFF
107.10FM
   1107.10FM
M
Press to turn on the radio.
Press [OPR OFF] to turn off the radio.
Press to adjust the volume. (0 to 25) 
(VOL: Decrease   VOL: Increase)
Slide to cancel 
HOLD.
cancelPress to select the station.(: Backward   : Forward)
Press and hold to scan the 
stations rapidly.

“TUNED” appears when tuned.
When “M” is displayed, press 
[TUNE MODE] to cancel it.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the 
European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local 
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
-If you see this symbol-Change the frequency step according to the area.

Press and hold 
until the step appears.
Do each of the following steps within 10 seconds. 
Each time you press 
either to select
Press and hold until the frequency appears 
to confirm the step.
FMU0.2
When using overseas
 U0.2  U0.1 EFM 0.2 MHz
(original setting)FM 0.1 MHzFM 0.05 MHz
MEMO
RADIO
 (backward)  (forward)
Returning to the previous frequency step:  Repeat the above procedure.
Changing the step erases the stations you stored in memory.
Side of the main unit
Storing stations in memory
Press to display “M”.
Do each of the following steps within 10 seconds. 
Press.
Press to select the 
frequency.
Press and hold to scan the 
stations rapidly.

Press.
Press to select the memory 
number.
Press and hold to change 
rapidly.

Press to store the station.
Repeat steps to to program up to 20 stations.
MEMO
   1107.10FM
M
   198.00FM
M
   1107.10FM
MTUNE MODE
MEMO
(backward)  (forward)
MEMO
 (backward)  (forward)
Storing stations in memory/
Listening to a memorized station
Listening to a memorized station
Perform step  for “Storing stations in memory” (
above).

Press to select the memorized station.Press and hold to change rapidly.
“TUNED” appears when tuned.

 Press to adjust the volume.
 (backward)  (forward)
 (decrease)
  VOL  (increase)