Panasonic SL-PH660 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Portable CD Tuner System

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

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 SL-PH660

SERIAL NUMBER

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacements parts.
In U.S.A. to order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 3.

1 AC adaptor (RFEA450C-S)

Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094

http://www.panasonic.com

© 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in China

“As of February 2005”

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985

Model No.

SL-PH660

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the
instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.

Main features of product

• Splash-proof so that you can enjoy music in your bathroom or kitchen
(see page 2, "Splash-proof (not Water-proof)")

• CD player that supports CD-R and CD-RW discs (see page 4,
"Listening to CDs")

• Weather/FM/AM tuner (see page 5, "Listening to the Radio")

• Tone to alert the user at the times which the user has set (see page 6,
"Using the Kitchen Timer")

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca

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Troubleshooting guide Specifications

Before requesting service, make the checks below. If you are in doubt about
some of the check points, or if the remedies 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 3 if
you reside in Canada.

No play.

No sound or there
is a lot of noise.

Play doesn’t start
from the first track.

The unit stops
working.

The battery
indicator fails to
appear correctly.

There is a lot of
noise while
listening to the
radio.

• The batteries may be depleted (page 4).

• The disc isn’t correctly set.

• The disc is scratched or dirty.

• There is moisture on the lens. Wait for about an hour and
then try again.

• If there is no data between sessions on a multi-session disc,
play may not be possible.

• If the disc contains data with different formats, sound may
be muted and play may not be possible.

• Turn the volume up.

• Keep this unit away from mobile telephones.

• The elapsed play time disappears and sound is interrupted
if bumps continue repeatedly.

Random play mode may be on (page 4).

Disconnect and reconnect the AC adaptor or remove and
reinsert the batteries.

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

• The indicator may not appear correctly under certain
conditions.

• Keep the unit away from other tuners and televisions.

• The AM antenna is in the unit, so noise may increase if you
hold the unit.

• You haven’t inserted a disc or it isn’t inserted correctly.

• You have inserted a disc that this unit cannot play.

The disc lid is open.

Radio

Frequency range:

Weather: 1-7 CH
FM: 87.5–108.0 MHz (100 kHz steps)
AM: 520–1710 kHz (10 kHz steps)

CD player

Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
Decoding: 16 bit linear
Beam source: Semiconductor laser

Number of channels: 2 channel, stereo
Frequency response: 100 Hz-16 kHz (-6 dB)
Wow and flutter: Less than measurable data
D/A converter: MASH (1 bit DAC)

General

Speakers: Full range 5 cm (2"), Round 4 Ω x 2
Output power: 330 mW + 330 mW (RMS…max.)
Power supply:

DC input (via included AC adaptor): DC 4.5 V
batteries: DC 3 V Parallel (4 R6/LR6, AA batteries)

AC adaptor input: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 8 W (Using AC adaptor)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 234.5 mm x 180.5 mm x 70 mm

Mass: 850 g(1 lb. 14 oz.) (with batteries)

Waterproofing: JIS (Japan Industrial Standards) splash-resistant specification

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Splashing water from any direction shall have no harmful effect.

Play time (Batteries used: 4 alkaline batteries):

[Approximate times (at 25°C (77 ˚F), on a flat, stable surface, S-XBS is off)]

CD-DA disc: 22 hours
RADIO (FM BAND): 25 hours

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

• Play time will be considerably reduced when playing CD-RW.

AC adaptor power consumed in standby mode: 2 W

Note

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

wavelength 780 nm

1

/4" x 7 1/8" x 2 3/4")

(9

780 g(1 lb. 12 oz.) (without batteries)

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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 applicable safety instructions listed below.
Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

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.

Caution

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 power­supply 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.

• Do not move the unit when the AC adaptor is connected or the antenna
cord is extended.
If you try to move the unit, the cords can be damaged probably causing a
fire or electric shock. Catching the cords on something may also cause an
accident.

• Avoid using the unit while it is hanging down for a prolonged period of time
since this may cause its handle to become bent out of shape.

• Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not leave it in an

automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors
and windows closed.

• Use only the included AC adaptor.

Splash-proof (not Water-proof)

This product is splash-proof. (JIS splash-proof protection class 4)

You can use this product even where it may be splashed with water and you
can handle it with wet hands, but it is not water-proof. Bear in mind the
following points when using the product.

•

Do not use the AC adaptor in high humidity areas such as a bathroom.

• Do not allow the unit to be splashed with large amounts of water
(seawater, hot water or soapy water) or immerse it in water.

If water enters the unit it may be damaged.

• If you drop the unit in water, take it out immediately and turn it off.

• Do not touch the unit with soapy hands.

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.

CAUTION!

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.

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.

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

Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

Notice:

This product has parts that contains a small amount of mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to
environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information please contact your local
authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>

• Do not open the disc lid in wet places such as a bathroom.

Before opening or closing the disc lid, wipe the unit dry using a dry cloth,
and then ensure that you open or close the lid with dry hands in a place
where the unit will not be splashed with water.

• Do not dry the unit with a dryer.

This will cause the unit’s cabinet and parts to deteriorate and can cause a fire.

• Securely close the disc lid and the rubber cap for the DC IN jack.

The rubber parts of these items make the unit water resistant. If there is dirt
or scratches on these parts, water may get into the unit and cause an
electric shock.

• Do not place the unit for a long period of time in wet places such as a
bathroom.

Batteries

• Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.

• Align and properly when inserting.

• Do not recharge ordinary dry cell batteries.

• Remove batteries if the unit is not to be used for a long time.

• Do not use the batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage
items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
If electrolyte leaks from a battery, consult your dealer.
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of
your body.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

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 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.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

CAUTION:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the conditions that this device does not cause harmful interference.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void
the user’s authority to operate this device.

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Maintenance

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

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, or at its option, replace the product for a period as stated
below from the date of original purchase.

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.

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

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

Panasonic Canada Inc.
12111 Riverside Way
Richmond, BC
V6W 1K8
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Richmond,
British Columbia

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Dr.
Mississauga, ON
L4W 2T3
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Mississauga, Ontario

Panasonic Canada Inc.
3075, rue Louis A. Amos
Lachine, QC
H8T 1C4
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Lachine, Québec

Panasonic Canada Inc.
6835-8th St. N. E.
Calgary, AB
T2E 7H7
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Calgary, Alberta

For product operation and information assistance, please contact your Dealer or our Customer
Care Centre at: Telephone #: [phone] Fax #: [phone] Web: www.panasonic.ca
For product repairs, please contact one of the following:

• Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you.

• Our Customer Care Centre at [phone] or www.panasonic.ca

• A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:

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.

WARRANTY SERVICE

Regarding CDs

Do any maintenance in low humidity areas and make sure that your
hands are dry.

To clean this unit, 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.

After using the unit in high humidity areas such as bathrooms or
kitchens

Wipe off moisture on the unit with a soft dry cloth.

• Thoroughly wipe any moisture that has gathered in the speaker holes.

If the unit is dropped in, or splashed by water

1 Press [ OFF] to turn the unit off.
2

While the CD lid is closed, wipe off any moisture on the cabinet with a soft dry cloth.

3 Wipe off any moisture inside the CD lid and battery compartment and on the

battery with a soft dry cloth.

Lens care

Clean the lens regularly to prevent
malfunctions.
Use a blower to remove dust and a cotton
swab if it is extremely dirty.
Recommended product:
Lens cleaner kit (SZZP1038C).

Lens

Product service

1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service

personnel if:
(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d)

The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

(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 information

For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” right column.
For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to :

Panasonic Services Company- Customer Servicenter
Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive
McAllen, TX 78503

In Puerto Rico contact Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone]
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.

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, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE,
CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED
WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Also, the purchaser will be responsible for shipping the unit to the above address.
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.

ONLY FOR CANADA

Note on CD-R and CD-RW

This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW recorded with CD-DA. Use an audio recording
disc for CD-DA and finalize
The unit may not be able to play some discs due to the condition of the recording.

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A process performed after recording that enables CD-R/CD-RW players to play
audio CD-R and CD-RW.

Caution

Choose discs with this mark:
Do not:

• use irregularly shaped CDs.

• attach extra labels and stickers.

• use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with adhesive exuding from
under labels and stickers.

• attach scratch-proof covers or any other kind of accessory.

• write anything on the CD.

• clean CDs with liquids (Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.).

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 play may not
be possible.

• Do not use a DualDisc in this unit as it may not be possible to insert it correctly and
it may get scratched or scraped.

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it when you finish recording.

ONLY FOR U.S.A.

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation
of North America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Portable Audio Products Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product 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.

Product or Part Name Parts

All Portable Audio Products except
item listed below

Rechargeable batteries (in
exchange for defective item)

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”.

Mail-In Service

For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:

Panasonic Service Company
Customer Servicenter
Suite B
4900 George McVay Drive
McAllen, TX 78503

For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax [phone].
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.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO
FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DTAE OF PURCHASE. AMOUNT PAID
AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGE FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED
WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This 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 shipment, 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, modification, 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, 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 RESPONSIBILITY.

One (1) Year

Ten (10) Days

Customer Services Directory

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/consumersupport

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

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: [e-mail]
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)

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For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

Labor

One (1) Year

Not applicable

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Power Supply Preparations/ Connections

AC adaptor (included)

Do not use the AC adaptor in high humidity areas such as bathrooms.

• Close the rubber cap for the DC IN jack
when not using the AC adaptor.
The AC adaptor consumes a small amount

•

of power when the unit is turned off
(approximately 2 W). When the unit is not
to be used for a long time, we recommend
unplugging the AC adaptor from the
household AC outlet to save power.

It is necessary to reprogram memory items
such as stored stations before use.

DC IN plug

DC IN
jack rubber cap

Household AC
outlet 120V

To DC IN jack

Connect the AC adaptor to the household
AC outlet before connecting it to this unit.

• “- - : - -” is displayed when the AC adaptor is connected or

Note

when the dry batteries are inserted.

• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place
them near televisions, personal computers or other devices
easily influenced by magnetism.

• Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32") away from the
system for proper ventilation.

AC adaptor

Dry cell batteries (not included)

Disconnect the DC IN plug, when using dry cell batteries.

If the AC adaptor is not disconnected, the power source will not change to
the dry cell batteries.

Inserting the dry cell batteries

Close securely
until it clicks.

Four “R6/LR6,
AA” batteries

• Fit the battery lid so it is secure and flush with the battery compartment.
The disc may be damaged if the lid becomes loose or is displaced.

• If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable batteries
manufactured by Panasonic are recommended.

Removing the dry cell batteries

Press down on the end
of batteries 2 and 4.

The battery indicator

• The battery indicator appears only when the unit is on.

• The battery indicator flashes when the batteries are
almost out of power.

Replace the batteries or use the AC adaptor.

• The remaining battery time may differ when listening to a CD or the radio.

• Before playing starts the battery indicator may flash although the batteries
are not drained. It appears correctly once you start play.

Listening to CDs

Pause

Press .

• Press again to restart play.

Backward Forward

•

You can search only within the
current track during one track repeat
or random play (right) mode.

Press and hold
during play.

Do not open the disc lid in wet places such as bathrooms.

Insert a disc.

Press .

The unit comes on and play starts.

Current track
number

Stop/Turn off

Press .

Number of tracks

•

Press while stopped to turn the unit off.

•

The unit turns off automatically after
approximately 10 seconds even if you
do not press this button while stopped.

Total play time

SkipSearch

Backward Forward

•

During play, press [ ]
twice to skip to the beginning of the

previous track.

• You cannot skip to tracks that have
been played during random mode
(right).

Press.

Elapsed play time
of track

Adjust the volume by
turning this control
toward “+” or “-”.

(0-32)

Repeat play/Random play

Press

Each time the button is pressed

One track
repeat

No display (cancelled)

.

All track
repeat

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Inserting discs

1

Press until it
clicks into
position.

Label must
face upward.

Removing discs

While pressing
the area at the
center, remove
the disc by its
outer edge.

Random
repeat

Close securely
until it clicks
into position.

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2

The handle is on the front of the unit.

Listening to the Radio

Press to turn the tuner on and change the band.

Each time the button is pressed

•

Press if “” is displayed.

When listening to the radio on a train or
inside a building, reception may be poor.
Try and listen beside a window.

To turn off the radio

Press .

“ ” disappears.

Press to tune
to a station.

• To tune in AM or FM stations
automatically (auto tuning)
Press and hold one of these buttons
until the frequency starts to change
continuously, and then release it.
(The frequency will automatically stop
changing as soon as the first station is
tuned in.)

• Select channels 1-7 to listen to the
weather band. ( see right)

Adjust the volume by
turning this control
toward “+” or “-”.

To select stereo or monaural FM

Press and hold

until “MONO” appears.

Each time the button is
pressed and held

(Monaural) (Stereo)
Noise is reduced

(0-32)

No display

To obtain good reception

Try various directions

AM

to obtain optimum
reception.

FM/WEATHER

Extend the antenna cord and attach the antenna
suction cup to a wall.

Weather band

• Weather Radio broadcasts warnings, watches,
forecasts and other information 24 hours a day on 7
VHF band frequencies (162.40 MHz to 162.55 MHz)
in the U.S. and Canada, with each frequency serving
specific areas.
Choose the channel for your area.

• For further information:

In the U.S. visit http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/
In Canada visit http://www.msc-smc.ec.gc.

ca/cd/factsheets/wxradio/index_e.cfm

• This unit does not have an associated alarm function.

Antenna suction cup

Antenna cord

Storing stations in the memory

Store the frequencies of up to 30 stations: 10 FM, 10 AM and 10 Weather

Storing your favorite stations in the memory

Press to turn the tuner on and change
the band.

Each time the button is pressed

Press to display “”.

Store stations in the memory as desired.

Press and hold until the frequency number or the channel number

1

and “” flash.

Do each of the following within 10 seconds.

When the original display is restored, proceed from step 1.

Press to tune to a station.

2

Press .

3

Press to select the memory number.

4

• Press and hold to make the numbers change rapidly.

Press .

5

The band number and frequency are set.

To store another station in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 5.

Listening to preset stations

Perform steps and (left).

1

Press to select the memory number.

2

• Press and hold to make the numbers change rapidly.

3

Adjust the volume by turning this control toward

“+” or “-”.

Setting the time

Example: Set to 3:30 PM (15:30) ( “- - : - - ” is displayed before the time has been set.)

Press and hold until the hour display flashes.

Press to set the hour.

• Press and hold to make
the numbers change
rapidly.

Press .

5

Press to set the minutes.

• Press and hold to
make the numbers
change rapidly.

Press .

The time starts.

Note

• We recommend adjusting the time regularly to
maintain accuracy. (Monthly accuracy ±60 seconds)

•

When you play a CD or the radio, the display changes
but the time is displayed again after about 10 seconds.

Using the Kitchen Timer

30 60 90 120

Set the alarm to sound after between approximately 1 to 120 minutes.

Press .

Time (minutes)

Within 10 minutes

Press to select

the time (1 to 120 minutes).

Press .

Remaining time
(minutes)

The unit beeps and the
remaining time is
displayed.
The alarm sounds when
the remaining time
becomes “0:00”. It

Note

• You cannot shut off the kitchen timer by disconnecting the power
supply.

• You can use the kitchen timer without adjusting the time display.

• You cannot adjust the volume of the alarm.

To cancel the kitchen timer

Press .

•

You cannot cancel the kitchen timer

by pressing .

To shut off the alarm

Press any button to shut off
the alarm.

continues for 30 minutes.

Storing times (minutes) on the kitchen timer

You can store up to five times (minutes).

Press and hold until the memory

1

number and “” flash.

Do each of the following within 10 seconds.

When the original display is restored, proceed from step 1.

Press to select a memory

2

Memory number

number.

Press .

3

Press to select the time

4

(minutes).

Press .

5

“ ” flashes for approximately 10 seconds and the time (minutes) is
saved.

Time (minutes)

To store another time in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 5.

Using the saved times (minutes)

Press .

1

Press to display “”.

2

Press to select a memory number.

3

Press .

4

The unit beeps and the remaining time is displayed.
The alarm sounds when the remaining time
becomes “0:00”. It continues for 30 minutes.

Memory number

Remaining time

Other functions

Changing the sound quality

Press during play.

Each time the button is pressed

No display

Boosts the
bass

• The effect differs with different kinds of music.

Using the sleep timer

Setting the unit to turn off automatically
after a certain time.

Press to select the time while

listening to a CD or the radio.

Each time the button is pressed

OFF (canceled)

Checking the remaining time

Press once.

(canceled)

Remaining time
(minutes)

CD/Radio display

Changing the display

Press .

While listening to a CD or the radio

The radio or CD display is shown for
approximately 10 seconds.

While using the kitchen timer

•

The radio or CD display is shown for
approximately 10 seconds.

•

While the radio or CD display is shown,
press again to show the time for
approximately 5 seconds.

(approximately 10 seconds)

(approximately 5 seconds)

Note

• The time will not be displayed if it is not set.

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