Panasonic SL-MP75, SL-MP76C User Manual

Troubleshooting guide

Dear 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.

EB EG

Operating Instructions

Portable CD Player

SL-MP75 SL-MP76C

RQT7217-B

F1203TT0

No play.

No sound or there is a lot of noise.

Play doesn’t resume from the last point stopped.

Play doesn’t start from the first track.

Cannot search through tracks.

Cannot skip albums. Cannot specify the AB

segment.

≥The HOLD function is on. Release HOLD. (➪page 5) ≥The batteries may have run empty (➪page 5).

(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.)

≥The disc isn’t correctly set. ≥The disc is scratched or dirty. (Tracks 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.

≥The unit may not read MP3 correctly if it is shaken while it is

reading the files.

≥Play of a multi-session disc may not be possible if there is a

blank data segment between sessions.

≥If there is large JPEG data etc. within a MP3 file, sound may

become muted and play may not be possible.

≥If you try playing a CD that contains CD-ROM format data and

normal audio data (CD-DA), output from one of the above may become silent, and play may not be possible.

≥Ensure the plugs are inserted firmly. ≥Wipe the plugs clean with a clean cloth. ≥Noise may occur when playing MP3 if recording quality is poor. ≥The elapsed playing time disappears and sound is interrupted

if bumps continue repeatedly.

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

≥Random play modes may be on (➪page 6). ≥Play resumes from the last point stopped.

≥You cannot search through MP3 files.

≥

You cannot skip between the first and last albums during play.

≥You may not be able to specify segment A or B at the end of

the disc.

Cannot change the Digital Re-master mode, anti-skip mode.

Digital Re-master does not work.

Cannot recharge.

The AC adaptor becomes warm during recharging.

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.

≥If [:] or [9] is pressed before [$MEMO/%DISP] you

cannot change the mode.

≥Depending on the type of MP3 disc recording, the effect may

not appear.

≥

You aren’t using the special rechargeable batteries (➪page 5).

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

≥This is normal.

≥The batteries may take a maximum of 6 hours to recharge

under some conditions.

≥This may occur after the first time you recharge the batteries

or 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 recharging is complete.

≥

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

≥

The indicator does not appear correctly under some conditions.

≥Disconnect then reconnect all power sources (batteries and

AC adaptor).

Displays

HOLD NO DISC

OPEN CHARGE

F READING

≥The HOLD function is on. Release HOLD. (➪page 5) ≥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 batteries are recharging. Recharging is complete when

this disappears.

≥The program already contains 20 tracks. ≥Reading disc. “ N ” also appears when reading MP3 files.

Playing MP3

This unit can play MP3 files you have recorded to discs. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.

Large, two-line display

This unit can display the MP3 album title, track title and the MP3 ID3 artist name, ID3 track title entered on your computer.

HOLD

This function causes the unit to ignore accidental button presses. Set to HOLD so the unit doesn’t power on accidentally or play is interrupted.

Note on CD-R and CD-RW

This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW recorded with CD-DA or MP3. Use an audio recording disc for CD-DA and finalize

it when you finish 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.

Resume function

Play begins from the last point stopped. Replacing the disc cancels the function.

Auto off function

If the unit is left in stop mode for approximately 10 minutes, the unit turns itself off automatically.

Note:

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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

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, consult your dealer for instructions.

Play time: Using on a flat stable surface at 25 eC, EQ is off, Hold is on, Anti-skip is on POS 1 (CD-DA), recommended bit rate (MP3:128 kbps), and Digital Re-master is off (MP3). Play times are in hours and approximate.

Recharging time:

About 4 to 5 hours

≥The play time may be less

depending on the operating conditions.

≥Play time will be considerably

reduced when playing CD-RW.

Operational temperature range:

0 eC–40 eC

Rechargeable temperature range:

5 eC–40 eC

Dimensions (WaHaD):

135a25.5a135 mm

Mass: 218 g (with batteries)

172 g (without batteries)

Note:

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

Audio (CD-DA)

Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz No. of channels:

2 (left and right, stereo)

Headphone output level:

RMS max. 6 mWi6 mW/

16 ≠ (adjustable)

Frequency response:

20 Hz to 20,000 Hz

(i0.5 dB to j7 dB)

Pickup

Light source:

Semiconductor laser

Wavelength: 780 nm

(NORSK)

Bølgelengde 780 nm Laserstyrke

Ingen farlig stråling sendes ut

(med sikkerhets-beskyttelse)

MP3

Supported 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

Maximum album levels: 100

General

Power supply:

DC input: DC 4.5 V

(SL-MP75)

AC adaptor input:

(For the United Kingdom)

AC 220 –240 V 50/60 Hz

(For continental Europe)

AC 220 –230 V 50/60 Hz

(SL-MP75)

Power consumption:

Using AC adaptor

(MP3/CD-DA): 0.7 W/0.7 W

Recharging: 3.1 W

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.

∫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.

Specifications

If the surfaces are dirty wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came

with the cloth carefully.

Maintenance

Notice about the rechargeable battery

The battery is designated recyclable. Please follow your local recycling regulations.

Norsk

Merknad vedrørende det oppladbare batteriet

Batteriet er resirkulerbart. Vennligst følg det lokale regelverket for resirkulering.

Suomi

Huomautus ladattavasta paristosta

Paristo määritellään kierrätykseen sopivaksi. Ole hyvä ja noudata asuinpaikkasi kierrätyssääntöjä.

MP3 disc

CD-DA disc

Batteries used

2 optional alkaline batteries

2 optional rechargeable batteries

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