Panasonic SL-CT350, SL-CT352, SL-CT345 User Manual

Dear

Operating Instructions

Portable CD Player

SL-CT345
SL-CT350

Customer

Thank you for
purchasing this
product.
Before connecting,
operating or
adjusting this
product, please
read these
instructions
completely. Please
keep this manual
for future reference.

SL-CT352

Note:

“EB” on the packaging

indicates the United
Kingdom.

GN SGEB EG

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

RQT7830-B
F1104SZ0

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Specifications

Audio (CD-DA)

Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
No. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequency response:

20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (i0.5 dB to j7 dB)

Headphone output level:

RMS max. 6 mWi6 mW/16 ≠ (adjustable)

Pickup

Light source:
Wavelength: 780 nm

(NORSK)

Bølgelengde 780 nm
Laserstyrke

General

Power supply:

SL-CT345

DC input (via AC adaptor, not included):

DC input (via included AC adaptor):

AC adaptor input:

Power consumption:

Using AC adaptor: 0.8 W
Recharging: 3.0 W

Semiconductor laser

Ingen farlig stråling sendes ut

(med sikkerhets-beskyttelse)

SL-CT352SL-CT350

(The United Kingdom)

AC 220 –240 V 50/60 Hz

(Continental Europe)

AC 220 –230 V 50/60 Hz

(Australia and N.Z.)

AC 230 –240 V 50 Hz

(Sets purchased in Japan)

AC 110 –127 V/ 220 –240 V 50/60 Hz

SL-CT352SL-CT350

DC 4.5 V

DC 4.5 V

Play time:
Using on a flat stable surface at
25 eC, EQ is off, Hold is on and
Anti-skip is on POS 1 (CD-DA). Play
times are in hours and approximate.

Batteries

2 alkaline batteries (LR03)
2 alkaline batteries (LR6)
4 alkaline batteries

(2 LR03r2 LR6)
2 optional rechargeable batteries

(Europe: HHR-4AGE/2B
Other areas: HHR-4AGT/2B)

2 optional rechargeable

(Europe: HHR-4AGE/2B
Other areas: HHR-4AGT/2B) and

2 alkaline (LR6) batteries

Recharging time: About 3.5 to 4.5 hours

≥

≥Play time will be considerably

Dimensions (WaHaD):

Mass: 180 g (with batteries)

Operational temperature range:

Rechargeable temperature range:

Note:

Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.

used

The play time may be less depending
on the operating conditions.

reduced when playing CD-RW.

136.7 mma21.5 mma136.7 mm

157 g (without batteries)

Play
time

26
60

86

16

76

0 eC–40 eC

5 eC–40 eC

Troubleshooting guide References to the remote control apply only to SL-CT352.

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, consult your dealer for instructions.

No play.

No sound or there
is a lot of noise.

Play doesn’t resume
from the track where
play stopped at.

Play doesn’t start
from the first track.

Cannot specify point A or B.
Cannot change the

anti-skip mode.

SL-CT352

The unit malfunctions
when connected to
other equipment.

Cannot hear the remote
control’s operation tone.

The remote control
does not work properly.

Cannot recharge.

The AC adaptor becomes
warm during recharging.

≥The HOLD function is on. Cancel HOLD (➪page 4).
≥The batteries may be depleted (➪page 3).
≥The disc isn’t correctly set.
≥The disc is scratched or dirty. (Tracks may be skipped.)
≥

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). If the lens gets marked with
fingerprints, gently wipe them off with a cotton swab.

≥Ensure the plugs are inserted firmly.
≥Wipe the plugs with a clean cloth.
≥The disc is scratched or dirty.
≥The elapsed play time disappears and sound is

interrupted if bumps continue repeatedly.

≥This doesn’t work during random play.
≥It may not work correctly under some conditions.

≥Random play modes may be on (➪page 4).
≥

Play resumes from the track where you last stopped play
(➪page 4, Play). (If the lid is opened while the unit is

turned off, the resume function may not be cancelled.)
You may not be able to specify point A or B at the end of a disc.
If [:] or [9] is pressed before [MEMO] you

cannot change the mode.
Be sure to connect other equipment through the remote

control. If speakers are connected directly to the unit,
they should have an impedance of 1 k≠ or less.

The operation tone may be turned off (➪page 4).

≥Remove the plug and reinsert it as fully as possible.
≥

Use only the included remote control to operate the unit.

≥

You aren’t using the special rechargeable batteries (➪page 3).

≥You must insert two batteries before you can charge.
≥The unit must be off before you can charge.

This is normal.

The batteries are taking
a long time to recharge.

Play time is short
after recharging.

The battery indicator
fails to appear or is
incorrect.

The unit stops working.
Power cuts off.

The batteries may take as long as 4.5 hours to recharge
under some conditions.

≥This may occur the first time you charge the batteries

or if you haven’t used them for a long time. Play time
should be restored after a few recharges.

≥The batteries can go flat if you leave the AC adaptor

connected after charging is complete.

≥If play is extremely short even after fully recharging the

batteries, the batteries may have exceeded their life
(Rechargeable batteries can be recharged
approximately 300 times). Please purchase new
nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries (Europe:
HHR-4AGE/2B Other areas: HHR-4AGT/2B).

≥

The indicator does not appear when the AC adaptor is connected.

≥

The indicator may not appear correctly when using the
rechargeable and dry cell batteries at the same time and under

certain conditions.
Disconnect then reconnect all power sources (batteries and AC adaptor).
If you connect or disconnect the AC adaptor, the power

cuts off even if the batteries are inserted.

Display

(
)

*
'

The HOLD function is on. 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.

Maintenance

If the surfaces are dirty wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

1

≥

Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

CAUTION!

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

≥DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN

CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD
DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

≥DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH

NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

≥DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED

CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

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.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones
during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation
between the product and the mobile telephone.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible
or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

Caution

≥Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or heat, such as from heating

appliances, as these can damage the unit.

≥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.

∫Batteries

≥Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if the

covering has been peeled off.

≥Align the poles i and j 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.
≥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.

≥Keep out of the reach of small children. Accidental swallowing of

batteries can result in stomach and intestinal damage.

∫Listening

≥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.

∫CDs

≥Do not use irregularly shaped CDs.
≥Do not use non-specification discs.
≥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.

NORSK

ADVARSEL!

≥APPARATET MÅ IKKE PLASSERES I EN BOKHYLLE, ET INNEBYGGET

KABINETT ELLER ET ANNET LUKKET STED HVOR
VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE ER UTILSTREKKELIGE. SØRG FOR AT
GARDINER ELLER LIGNENDE IKKE FORVERRER
VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE, SÅ RISIKO FOR ELEKTRISK SJOKK ELLER
BRANN FORÅRSAKET AV OVERHETING UNNGÅS.

≥APPARATETS VENTILASJONSÅPNINGER MÅ IKKE DEKKES TIL MED

AVISER, BORDDUKER , GARDINER OG LIGNENDE.

≥PLASSER IKKE ÅPEN ILD, SLIK SOM LEVENDE LYS, OPPÅ APPARATET.
≥BRUKTE BATTERIER MÅ KASSERES UTEN FARE FOR MILJØET.

ADVARSEL!

DETTE PRODUKTET ANVENDER EN LASER.
BETJENING AV KONTROLLER, JUSTERINGER ELLER ANDRE INNGREP ENN
DE SOM ER BESKREVET I DENNE BRUKSANVISNING, KAN FØRE TIL
FARLIG BESTRÅLING.
DEKSLER MÅ IKKE ÅPNES, OG FORSØK ALDRI Å REPARERE APPARATET
PÅ EGENHÅND. ALT SERVICE OG REPARASJONSARBEID MÅ UTFØRES AV
KVALIFISERT PERSONELL.

ADVARSEL:

FOR Å REDUSERE FAREN FOR BRANN, ELEKTRISK STØT ELLER SKADER
PÅ PRODUKTET, MÅ DETTE APPARATET IKKE UTSETTES FOR REGN,
FUKTIGHET, VANNDRÅPER ELLER VANNSPRUT. DET MÅ HELLER IKKE
PLASSERES GJENSTANDER FYLT MED VANN, SLIK SOM
BLOMSTERVASER, OPPÅ APPARATET.

DETTE APPARATET ER BEREGNET TIL BRUK UNDER MODERATE
KLIMAFORHOLD.

Utstyret bør plasseres i nærheten av AC-stikkontakten, og støpslet må være lett
tilgjengelig hvis det skulle oppstå problemer.

SUOMI

VAROITUS!

≥ÄLÄ ASENNA TAI LAITA TÄTÄ LAITETTA KABINETTITYYPPISEEN

KIRJAKAAPPIIN TAI MUUHUN SULJETTUUN TILAAN, JOTTA TUULETUS
ONNISTUISI. VARMISTA, ETTÄ VERHO TAI MIKÄÄN MUU MATERIAALI EI
HUONONNA TUULETUSTA, JOTTA VÄLTETTÄISIIN YLIKUUMENEMISESTA
JOHTUVA SÄHKÖISKU- TAI TULIPALOVAARA.

≥ÄLÄ PEITÄ LAITTEEN TUULETUSAUKKOJA SANOMALEHDELLÄ,

PÖYTÄLIINALLA, VERHOLLA TAI MUULLA VASTAAVALLA ESINEELLÄ.

≥ÄLÄ ASETA PALAVAA KYNTTILÄÄ TAI MUUTA AVOTULEN LÄHDETTÄ

LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.

≥HÄVITÄ PARISTOT LUONTOA VAHINGOITTAMATTOMALLA TAVALLA.

VAROITUS!

LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA
MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN
TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE
LASERSÄTEILYLLE.

VAROITUS:

TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI TUOTETTA KOHTAAVAN MUUN
VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMISEKSI EI LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE,
KOSTEUDELLE, VESIPISAROILLE TAI ROISKEELLE, EIKÄ NESTETTÄ
SISÄLTÄVIÄ ESINEITÄ, KUTEN ESIMERKIKSI MALJAKOITA, SAA ASETTAA
LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.

TÄMÄ LAITE ON TARKOITETTU KÄYTETTÄVÄKSI LEUDOSSA ILMASTOSSA.

Laite tulee asettaa lähelle verkkopistorasiaa ja pistokkeen täytyy olla sellaisessa asennossa,
että siihen on helppo tarttua ongelman sattuessa.

(Bottom of product)

(Inside of product)
(Produktets innside)

2

(Tuotteen sisällä)

7

220

Supplied Accessories

Check the packing carton for these accessories.

Use numbers indicated when asking for replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of November 2004. These may be subject to change.)

SL-CT345

≥ 1 Pair of stereo earphones: L0BAB0000185

SL-CT350

≥ 1 Pair of stereo earphones: L0BAB0000185
≥ 1 AC adaptor:

The United Kingdom: RFEA435B-S
Continental Europe: RFEA431E-S
Australia and N.Z.: RFEA436A-S

For Australia and N.Z.:

≥ 1 External battery case: RFA2666-H

SL-CT352

Only for sets purchased in Japan:

≥

1 Pair of stereo earphones: L0BAB0000186

≥

1 Wired remote control: N2QCBD000010

≥ 1 AC adaptor: RFEA444Z-S
≥ 1 External battery case: RFA2666-H
≥ 1 Power plug adaptor: K2DA42E00001

If the power plug
will not fit your
socket, use the
power plug adaptor.

≥ 2 Alkaline batteries

For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland

∫ Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

≥For UK customers: 08705 357357
≥For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
≥Visit our website for product information
≥E-mail: [e-mail]

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

≥

Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning
our Customer Care Centre Monday - Friday 9:00am – 5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays)

≥Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application

at www.panasonic.co.uk

≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

≥
≥It couldn’t be simpler!

Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished

≥

products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Turn off this unit and the other equipment before connection.
Insert each plug fully. (Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo)

When the unit is connected to other equipment, set the unit’s volume to
10-15 and adjust the volume on the connected equipment.

The
illustration
shows

SL-CT352

Connections

Main unit

Connect the other equipment directly to the

.

Remote

control

If you don’t
want the
remote control
operation tone,
turn it off

page 4).

(

➪

headphone jack

SL-CT352

First connect the remote control to the headphone
jack (Ë) on the main unit and then connect the
other equipment to the remote control jack.

References to the remote control apply only to SL-

SL-CT350SL-CT345

(Ë)

on the main unit.

Earphones (included)

Audio cable (not included)

CT352.

Long cord
to the
right

Audio

system

To CD or AUX

terminals

Power Supply

≥Recharging/Play time
≥To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug the AC adaptor from the household mains socket.

➪page 1, Specifications

Rechargeable batteries (not included) Charge before initial use.

As a safety precaution this unit is constructed so it is not possible to
charge ordinary batteries. For details, check with your dealer.

When charging, use only the following
Panasonic Nickel-metal hydride
rechargeable batteries.

Europe: HHR-4AGE/2B (set of 2)
Other areas: HHR-4AGT/2B (set of 2)

Turn the unit off (➪page 4) before charging.

Close lid securely.

2

-

+

OPEN

1

Slide.

≥The configuration of the AC adaptor differs according to the area.
≥Lift up the

≥The battery indicator “” scrolls while charging and disappears

when finished.

≥You can charge the batteries before they are fully discharged.
≥Fit the battery lid so it is secure and flush with the battery

compartment. If it comes loose, it may scratch your discs.

The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is
connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC
adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.

+

-

4

SL-CT345

Be sure to obtain the optional AC adaptor.

The United Kingdom: RFEA435B-S
Continental Europe: RFEA431E-S

+

end when removing.

You cannot charge any other
type of rechargeable/dry cell
batteries.

3

DC IN

AC
adaptor

To household
mains socket

Dry cell batteries

∫Main unit

After disconnecting the AC adaptor, insert two “LR03, AAA, UM-4”
alkaline batteries.
Insert in the same way as the rechargeable batteries (➪left).

(For Australia and N.Z.)

SL-CT352SL-CT350

∫External battery case

You can get longer play time by also attaching this case. (The unit will
also work when batteries are in the case only.)

“LR6, AA, UM-3”

2

alkaline batteries

3

Press.

1

The battery indicator

This indicator appears when the unit is on.

The unit switches off shortly after
the indicator starts flashing.

≥Before play starts the battery indicator level may temporarily go down

or flash although the batteries are not drained. It appears correctly
once you start play.

AC adaptor

The unit will also work when using the AC adaptor only.
Connect the AC adaptor (➪left).

3

EXT BATT

M

2

10

`

`

RANDOM

A

1

B

`

RANDOM

`

3d-1(3D) 3d-2(3D)

S-XBS

S-XBSr

1

251

5

1

1

100

Button control guide

POS 2

POS 1

References to the remote control apply only to SL-CT352.

Open lid

HOLD

(function

lock)

(

Remote control

Play

(

Remote control

Skip

Search

Volume

control
(0–25)

Pause

Stop/

Turn off

(

Remote control

Sound

quality

OPEN 1

HOLD 1

(Main unit)

HOLD

➪

1/;

(Main unit)

∫/1

9

(

Forward

:

(

Backward

9

(

Forward

:

(

Backward

VOL

(

Increase

r

s (

Decrease

1/;

(Main unit)

∫

(Main unit)

∫/1

EQ

Slide in

Inserting/removing a disc

direction
of arrow.

Slide in direction of arrow.

(Slide in opposite direction to

cancel.)

)

≥The unit and remote control each

have independent HOLD switches.

Current track

Press.

≥Play begins from the track where you

)

last stopped play (Resume function).
(This will be cancelled if you open the
lid while play is stopped.)

number
Elapsed play time

of track

Press.

≥Press [:] twice consecutively to

)

skip to the previous track during play.

≥You cannot use [:] to skip to any

)

previous tracks during random and
random repeat (➪right) modes.

During play,
press and hold.

)

You can only search within the current

≥

)

track except for during all track repeat
(➪right) and regular play.

Press.

)

≥The volume returns to 10 when you

)

disconnect the power source.

Press.

≥Press again to restart play.

Press.

≥Press again to turn the unit off.

(Main unit)/

)

Press and hold to turn the unit off.

Remote control

(

≥If the unit is left in stop mode for

approximately 10 minutes, it turns
itself off automatically.

Number of tracks
Total play time

)

Each time you press [EQ]

[Press [EQ] twice consecutively while “3D”

is displayed. (Main unit)]

Sound field

of 3D

No

display

(canceled)

≥“3d-1” or “3d-2” disappears after

being selected and “3D” appears
instead.

≥The effect may differ with different

kinds of music.

≥Depending on the recording

conditions, sound may be interrupted
when switching between EQ settings.

Enhanced

3d-1

Enhanced

S-XBS

Boosts

the bass

SL-CT352

Remote

control

operation

EQ

(

Remote control

Each time you press and
hold [EQ]

bP oFF

)

Tone off

tone

Each time you press [MODE]

All

Play

modes

MODE

(Main unit)

One

track

repeat

display

(canceled)

∫Specifying the AB segment
Press [MEMO] at the start point (A)
and once more at the end point (B).

≥Stop or skip (➪left) 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 specify point B again
by pressing [MEMO].

track

repeat

No

Random

During play

While paused

AB repeat
(➪below)

or

While stopped, press [:]
or [9] to select the track,
then press [MEMO].

Track number
Sequence number

Will appear after

Program

play

(desired

tracks

only)

Anti-skip

MEMO

(Main unit)

Repeat to program up to 20 tracks.

Play

Confirm

tracks

selected

Cancel

The anti-skip function (ANTI-SKIP
SYSTEM) reduces or eliminates
skipping caused by vibration. You can
change the anti-skip memory time.

While stopped, each time you
press and hold [MEMO]

is pressed

Press after all

1/;

desired tracks

(Main unit)

∫/1

MEMO

∫

(Main unit)

∫/1

have been
programmed.

Press during
play.

Press. (Main unit)/
Press during play.

(Remote control)

(“M”disappears.)

(Remote control)

(Remote control)

mode

Sound

enhanced mode,

10-second

anti-skip memory

Note on CD-R and CD-RW

For 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.

(CD-DA)

4

enhanced mode,

anti-skip memory

bP on

Tone on

Random

repeat

[MEMO]

Anti-skip

45-second

RQT7830