Panasonic Portable CD Player Sl Sx293 Operating Instructions

							Supplied AccessoriesCheck the packing carton for these accessories.
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).
Stereo headphones (RFEV715P-KS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Stereo headphones (L0BAD0000160). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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 polar-
ized 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 doesn’t fit one way, try reversing it. If the plug
still doesn’t fit, contact an electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet. 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 disconnect-
ing it.
4. Overloading— When connecting the AC power
supply cord, be careful not to overload the house-
hold 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 in-
structions.
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
exposed to direct sunlight with the doors and win-
dows 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 6 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
damaged.
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
manufacturer or parts that have the same charac-
teristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substi-
tutes 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.
Portable CD player
Dear CustomerThank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety,
please read these instructions carefully.
SL-SX293
SL-SX290
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instruc-
tions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Operating Instructions
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 
P
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
adhesive 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
following 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
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 in-
structions handy for future reference. 
Model No.
SL-SX290
SL-SX293
This manual was printed with soy based ink
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,                                                                    pDivision of Matsushita 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 2002 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.                                         RQT6442-P  F0102TH0
Printed in Japan
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 provided
below and keep for future reference.
MODEL NUMBERSERIAL NUMBER 
						

							Using the AC adaptor
(not included)
Use only the recommended AC adaptor. Use of other
AC adaptors can damage the unit.
Connect the AC adaptor.
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.
Note!Turn the unit off before connecting or disconnecting the
AC adaptor.
I AD
E
F
H B
C
C
G G
N M


K JL
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.
2
Power Supply Preparations
Refer to the specifications (page 6) for information on operating times when using dry cell batteries.
Using dry cell batteries 
(not included)
Insert two “LR6, AA, UM-3” alkaline bat-
teries.
Battery indicator
This indicator flashes when the batteries are almost out
of power. Power is cut off completely a short while later.
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.
Using the car adaptor
(not included)
Use only the recommended car adaptor. Use of other
car adaptors can damage the unit.
Be sure to obtain the car adaptor (SH-CDC9) available
as an optional accessory. 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,
disconnect the power source (the AC adaptor
or batteries). 
Re-connect the power source and continue op-
eration.
1+-
2
3
CAUTION:Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufac-
tured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd.
DC IN jack (DC IN 4.5 V K)
Back panel of the unitHousehold
AC outlet
AC adaptor
S-XBSTRAINALL
RANDOM
SORRY
1MCBattery indicator
Location of Controls
HOLD
Back panel of the unit
HOLD modeBefore operating the buttons
Be sure to move [HOLD] to release
the unit from the HOLD mode.
HOLD Function
To order the optional AC adaptorRP-AC46contact 1-
800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
Note!The dry cell batteries should be changed when the unit is off.
Using rechargeable batteries 
(not included)
≥If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable
batteries manufactured by Panasonic are recommended.
≥This unit cannot recharge batteries. The battery indi-
cator will not function correctly when using recharge-
able batteries.
ADisplay
BMemory/recall button 
(MEMORY/RECALL)
CHeadphone volume control
buttons (VOL i,j)
DEQ button (EQ)
EMode button 
(MODE)
FPlay/pause button (1;)
GSkip/search buttons
(:, 96, 5)
HStop/operation off button
(∫,OPR OFF)IHold switch (HOLD)
JHeadphone jack (Ë)
KCD release button (PUSH)
LOpen switch (OPEN 1)
MHole for car mounting base
NDC IN jack
(DC IN 4.5 V K) 
						

							Button Display/reference
3
Operation
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 1–5.In step 2:Connect the stereo headphones to the headphone jack [Ë].(Plug in firmly.)
In step 5:The volume range is 0-25. Press and hold to change the volume successively. The volume changes when
pressed while the level is displayed. If any other display is shown, it changes to show the current level.
(The volume returns to 10 when you disconnect the power source.)
≥Play stops automatically when all the tracks have been played.
≥If the unit has been connected to the car audio system, set this unit’s volume to 10, 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 battery 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 backward through the
programmed sequence of tracks.
≥You cannot skip to tracks that have been played
in random or random repeat play (page 4).
≥During program play, 1-track repeat play, random
play and random repeat play (page 4), search op-
eration 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 tracks.)Press again to restart play.
Press and hold during play.
PUSHPUSH
2
31 5
4
L
R
OPEN
HOLD
VOL
VOL
S-XBS VOL
TRAINALL
RANDOM
SORRY
1MC
S-XBS VOL
TRAINALL
RANDOM
SORRY
1MC
OPROFF
Label must face upward. Track number in play
Elapsed playing time of each track
OPROFF
OPROFF
Backward
Forward
S-XBS VOL
TRAINALL
RANDOM1MC
S-XBS VOL
TRAINALL
RANDOM1MC
S-XBS VO L
TRAINALL
RANDOM1MC
Total number of tracks
Total playing timePlug type:
3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo
Resume function notes≥Opening the lid while in the stop mode or replacing the disc while in the off mode cancels the function. (It may re-
main active if you replace a disc in the off mode.)
≥Play may resume from the beginning of the next track if you stopped play near the end of a track.
≥The resume function works automatically and cannot be turned off.
Increase
Decrease
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.
Close the lid.
No indicator is shown.
Resume functionPlay starts from the beginning of
the current track the next time you
press [1;].
The resume function remains active. 
						

							Using the unit with a car audio
system
Items to be purchasedFor connection to the car audio system
Car stereo cassette adaptor (SH-CDM10A)
Connect the car stereo cassette adaptor to [Ë] on
the unit.
(When doing this, set this unit’s volume to 10.)
For securing the unit and connecting the power
supply:
≥Car adaptor (SH-CDC9)
≥Car mounting kit (SH-CDF20)
Note when using the car mounting kit (SH-CDF20)
Note!≥When you switch off the car, volume and sound quality
may return to the original settings and the resume
function may work even if you change the disc.
≥It may not be possible to use the unit with some types
of car stereos owing to restrictions imposed by the
construction of the car stereo cassette adaptor.
For further details, refer to the instructions of the part
concerned.
4
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.
1Select the desired track.
2
Changing the sound quality
Press during play or stop mode.
The setting switches in the sequence indicated below
each time [EQ] is pressed.
S-XBS
>TRAIN>Cancel (no indicator is shown)^==========b
S-XBS:
Select this setting to boost the low-range response.
TRAIN:Select this setting to avoid annoying other passengers
with noise from your headphones while riding on the
train, or to reduce fatigue when listening for a long peri-
od of time.
Note!The setting returns to S-XBS when you disconnect the
power source.
The letters such as Ain the various illustrations refer to the descriptions in the “Location of Controls” section (see page 2).
G
OPROFF
F
OPROFF
Repeat play/Random play
Press during play or stop mode.
The setting is switched in the sequence indicated below
each time [MODE] is pressed.
1-track repeat (1 `)( ----------------]One track is repeated.|
v|
All-track repeat (`)|All the tracks on the disc are repeated.|v|Random (RANDOM)|The tracks play once each in random|
order and then play stops.|
v|Random repeat (RANDOM, `)|The tracks play repeatedly in random |order.|v|
Cancel (no indicator is shown) --------------}
When pressed during program playThe setting is switched in the sequence indicated below
each time [MODE] is pressed.
1-track repeat (1 `
M)( ------------]One track is repeated.|
v|
Memory repeat (`
M)|The programmed tracks are repeated.|v|
Cancel (M) -------------------------------------------}
Note!≥You can select the first track to play in random play
and random repeat play by pressing [9] while the
disc is stopped. All the tracks are played.
≥You cannot select random play or random repeat play
during program play.
≥The resume function does not work when random or
random repeat are on.
≥The mode is canceled when you disconnect the power
source.
MODE
E
MEMORY/RECALL
EQ
VOL
VOL
D
Program play
Up to 24 tracks can be entered in the programmed se-
quence.
Preparation:Put unit in stop mode.
1Select the desired track.
2Register in sequence.(The indication “M” and the programmed se-
quence appear on the display.)
3Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program all
the desired tracks.
4
∫To program the same track in the se-
quence more than once
∫After step 2, 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 numbers of the programmed tracks appear on
the display in sequence.)
∫To delete the entire programmed se-
quence
∫Press [∫, OPR OFF].
Note!The repeat and random play modes are canceled after
steps 1 and 2.
G
OPROFF
MEMORY/RECALL
EQ
VOL
VOL
B
F
OPROFF
Using the Unit with Optional Accessories
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.
2
Replace the screw in the
lower hole of the bracket.
Bracket
Screwdriver
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.
≥Adjust the volume on the other equipment.
≥Set this unit’s volume to 10.
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-shock 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.
Anti-Skip System
S-XBS VOL
TRAINALL
RANDOM1MC
A
Note!≥While the system is on, the disc rotates at a higher
rate than usual in collecting extra audio data. This
could result in a slight increase in disc rotation noise.
≥The anti-skip memory compresses digital signals.
RQT6442 
						

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Panasonic Limited Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (col-
lectively referred to as “the Warrantor”) will repair or replace this product with new
or refurbished parts or equivalent product, free of charge in the U.S.A. or Puerto
Rico, in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows (all time peri-
ods commence from the date of original purchase):
For one (1) year—Radio, Clock Radio, Radio with Tape Player or Recorder,
Speaker, IC Recorder
For ten (10) days—Batteries—(when applicable)—New rechargeable batter-
ies in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries. Non-rechargeable batteries
are not warranted.
For ninety (90) days—SD Memory Card—New SD card of the same memory
capacity in exchange for a defective SD Card for ninety (90) days.
For assistance in the U.S.A. in obtaining repairs contact:
Panasonic Services Company 
Panasonic PLUS Department 
20421 84th Avenue South 
Kent, WA 98032 
Phone: 1-800-833-9626 
FAX: 1-800-237-9080
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.
Also, the purchaser will be responsible for shipping the unit to the above ad-
dress. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser.
For assistance in Puerto Rico contact, Panasonic Sales Company.
Tel. (787) 750-4300
Fax. (787) 768-2910This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship
which occur during normal use and does not cover damage which occurs in ship-
ment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or
failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misappli-
cation, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, improper maintenance, alteration,
improper antenna, inadequate signal pickup, maladjustment of consumer controls,
modification, line power surge, or commercial use of the product, or damage that
is attributable to acts of God, or service by anyone other than a PANASONIC
SERVICES COMPANYFactory Servicenter.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS. ALL EXPRESS AND
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABIL-
ITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH
ABOVE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con-
sequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
If you have a problem with this product that is not handled to your satisfaction,
then write to the Consumer Affairs Department at the Company address indicated
above. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of
America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric 
of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
If you ship the productCarefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Attach a postage-affixed letter, detailing the complaint, to the outside of the carton.
Do NOT send the product to the Executive or Regional Sales offices. They are NOT equipped to make repairs.
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 follow-
ing 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:
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 con-
[email protected], or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). 
						

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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)
Problem
Cannot close the cover.
Cannot play discs.
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.
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 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 haz-
ardous 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 vol-
umes 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:
≥Set the dial and leave it there.
Cautions
EST. 1924
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
General
Operational temperature 
range: 0 eC–40 eC
(32 eF–104 eF)
Power supply: DC 4.5 V with optional
AC adaptor RP-AC46Play time:
[When used in hold mode with EQ
canceled, at 25 eC (77 eF), 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.
Dimensions
(WaHaD): 128a25.9a131.5 mm
(5
1⁄16za11⁄32za53⁄16z)
Mass: 235 g(8.2 oz.) (with batteries)
187 g(6.6 oz.) (without batteries)
Note:
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
Play time
About 35 hours
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?
≥Is the random play mode on?
≥Did you stop play in the middle of the disc last
time?
≥Has the headphone plug inserted firmly?
≥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.)
To prevent battery damage, electrolyte leakage and short-circuiting, heed the follow-
ing 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 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 terminals as this may cause short-
circuiting which is dangerous.
≥When carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no metal objects such as neck-
laces are placed together with them. Contact with metal may cause short-circuiting
which can cause a fire.
When driving a car
In the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unit while driving.
Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the headphones or any other
parts that directly contact your skin. Continued use may cause rashes or other
allergic reactions.
Care of dry cell batteries
Batteries used
2 alkaline batteries
Air blower for
camera lens Lens
Lens
Maintaining the Lens