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.
How to remove a disc from its case How to store the disc in its case
Label side up
How to hold a disc
If the surface is dirty
Wipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
Wipe from the center toward the outer circumference.
Play surface (shiny surface)
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≥Do not write on the label side with a |
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≥Humid or dusty locations |
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≥Do not attach labels or stickers to CDs. |
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Portable CD player
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
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 NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
Operating Instructions
Model No.
SL-CT590
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Supplied Accessories
Check the packing carton for these accessories.
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 (RFEA415C-1S)
For U.S.A.
Stereo headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 (RFEV715P-SS)
For Canada
Stereo earphones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 (L0BAB0000171)
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. [Refer to “Using rechargeable batteries” (page2) for the parts marked with an asterisk(†). ]
(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
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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 instructions handy for future reference.
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 outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
3.Power cord protection—Route the AC power supply cord so that it will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against it. 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 supply 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 attachments 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 excessive 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 instructions.
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 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 solvents.
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 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.
This manual was printed with soy based ink.
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Power Supply Preparations
Refer to the specifications (page 8) for information on operating times when using rechargeable batteries or dry cell batteries.
Using rechargeable batteries
Recharge the batteries before use.
Recharging procedure
1 Slide [OPEN ] to open the lid.
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2 Open the battery lids and insert the two rechargeable batteries.
Press to open in step 1.
Battery cover
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DC IN jack (KDC IN 4.5 V)
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Recharging starts and a battery indicator appears on the display as shown below.
Scrolls
If the battery lid comes loose
Insert the protrusions on the lid into the holes on both sides of the compartment. Ensure the lid is correctly fitted before closing it. Incorrect fitting can scratch your CDs.
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Removing batteries
Press the end of the battery (-) and lift out.
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Replacement
Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries(HHF-AZ01)
Using the AC adaptor
Use only the included AC adaptor. Using other adaptors can cause overheating which can lead to fire.
Connect the AC adaptor supplied.
Refer to step 3 in “Using rechargeable batteries” for connection instructions.
Conserving power
The AC adaptor consumes 2.1 W when the unit is turned off with [∫]. To 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.
Using the car adaptor (not included)
Be sure to obtain the car adaptor (SH-CDC9), available as an optional accessory.
CAUTION:
Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
The car adaptor can be used to recharge the unit’s batteries while in the car.
Battery indicator
The battery charge is shown in five levels on the display.
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When the rechargeable batteries are fully recharged, the battery indicator disappears. (It takes approximately 2 hours to fully recharge the supplied rechargeable batteries.)
4 When recharging is complete, unplug the AC adaptor from the household AC outlet and the DC IN jack.
Note!
≥Rechargeable batteries have a service life of approximately 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.
≥Recharging may only be performed when the unit is powered off.
≥The AC adaptor and rechargeable batteries may become warm while recharging is in progress. This is not a malfunction.
≥Leaving the AC adaptor connected can cause the batteries to go flat. After recharging the batteries and disconnecting the AC adaptor from the AC power outlet, ensure you disconnect the adaptor from the unit’s
2 [KDC IN 4.5 V ] terminal.
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When the battery indicator flashes
Power is cut off a short while later. Recharge the rechargeable batteries or replace the dry cell batteries with new ones.
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≥When the unit is used with a AC adaptor, the battery indicator is not displayed.
≥The battery indicator may temporarily show a lower level or otherwise not operate correctly when searching and skipping, and also if the unit is used in an extremely cold environment.
≥The length of time the unit will continue to operate between 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 be displayed if rechargeable batteries other than those designated by Panasonic are used.
Using dry cell batteries (not included)
The external battery case allows you to extend the maximum playing time of the unit by loading an additional two “LR6, AA, UM-3” alkaline batteries.
1 Open the cover of the external battery case and insert the batteries.
1 While pressing on the part marked “PUSH” 2 Open the case.
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The case’s plug can only be inserted one way and this prevents it and the AC adaptor from being connected at the same time. Do not try to turn the plug after connecting it.
Battery case terminal
HOLD
For your reference:
The unit can be powered by the batteries in the external battery case alone. No batteries need to be loaded in the player.
If the cover of the external battery case comes loose:
Insert the protrusions on the cover into the holes in the case.
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≥If rechargeable batteries and dry cell batteries are used together, make sure to use fully charged rechargeable batteries and new dry cell batteries.
≥Do not swing the unit around while the battery case is connected as this can cause damage to the connection and may be a danger to those around you.
If the unit malfunctions or freezes during use, disconnect the power sources (the AC adaptor or batteries).
Re-connect the power source and continue operation.
When using batteries
This unit includes a mechanism that extends the life of the batteries by varying the rotation rate of the motor. Motor noise may increase when the rate changes.
If the noise bothers you
Use the AC adaptor to power the unit. The rotation rate does not change while you are using the AC adaptor.
HOLD function
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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 function
Set [HOLD] to the HOLD position.
“(” indication
When the unit is in HOLD mode, pressing any button causes the indication “(” to appear on the display.
When the unit is powered off
The “(” indication appears only when [1/;] is pressed.
Before operating the buttons
Be sure to move [HOLD] to release the unit from the hold mode.
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Label must face upward. Press near the center so the disc clicks firmly into place.
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Plug type:
3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo
Elapsed playing time of each track
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VOLUME
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Decrease Increase
Follow steps 1–5.
In step 2:Connect the stereo headphones/stereo earphones 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 level to 10, then adjust the volume level on the system.
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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 remain 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. 3 ≥The resume function works automatically and cannot be turned off.
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.
“*” indication
This indication appears for about 10 minutes when the lid is opened. (However, the indication does not appear when the
unit is powered off.)
Auto-off function
If you leave the unit in stop mode for about 10 minutes (30 seconds if disc is not loaded), it turns off to save the batteries.
Removing discs
1Press [∫] to stop play and disc rotation.
2Slide [OPEN] to open the lid.
3Once the disc has stopped, lift the disc out with
your finger in the depression.
Do not stop the disc by hand or try to remove it before it stops rotating. This can damage CDs.
Depression
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Note!
Never insert foreign objects into the unit.
Note on CD-R and CD-RW
This 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.
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