Panasonic SL-SX388, SL-SX390 User Manual

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)

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 instrument.

≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention 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 precautions

Be 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

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-SX390

SL-SX388

HOLD

OPEN

SL-SX390 :indicates a feature which can be enjoyed with SL-SX390. SL-SX388 :SL-SX388 only.

Supplied Accessories

Check the packing carton for these accessories.

SL-SX390	SL-SX388
Wired remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1 Stereo headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1
(N2QCBD000023)	(L0BAD0000157)

For U.S.A.

Stereo headphones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 (RFEV716P-SS)

For Canada

Stereo earphones (L0BAB0000124). . . 1

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions

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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 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 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 dry cell batteries.

Using dry cell batteries (not included)

Insert two “LR6, AA, UM-3” alkaline batteries.

		2
1	3	-
		+
ENPO
		NEP O
If the battery lid	Removing batteries
comes loose	Push up on the battery
Slide the lid back into	in the direction indicat-
place horizontally.	ed by the arrow. Then
	lift it out.
NEPO		NEPO

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 indicator will not function correctly when using rechargeable batteries.

Using the AC adaptor (not included)

Use only the recommended AC adaptor. Use of other AC adaptors can damage the unit.

For U.S.A.

To order the optional AC adaptor RP-AC46 contact 1- 800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).

For Canada

Be sure to obtain the optional AC adaptor RP-AC46. It is available through your Panasonic dealer.

Connect the AC adaptor.

DC IN jack (DC IN 4.5 V K)

Household

AC outlet

DC IN 4.5VK

Back panel of the unit

AC adaptor

Conserving power

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.

Note!

Turn the unit off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.

If the unit malfunctions or freezes during use, disconnect the power source (the AC adaptor or batteries).

Re-connect the power source and continue operation.

Battery indicator

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RANDOM 1 M

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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 between 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.

CAUTION:

Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd.

Location of Controls

A	B	C C B D		Back panel of the unit
					DC IN 4.5VK
			E
		L	F	L	M
		O
		V
A			G
			H
		H
		OLD
			OPEN
	K	J	I	HOLD
					OPEN
				N
B SL-SX390			A B C
			VOL
				D
			EQ	HOLD
		H
			G F E

HOLD Function

SL-SX390
EQ	HOLD
HOLD

HOLD

HOLD

HOLD mode

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Portable CD Player A

AStop/operation off button (∫)

BSkip/search buttons (:, 9)

CHeadphone volume control buttons (j,VOL, i)

DEQ button (EQ)

EDisplay

FMode button (MODE)

GMemory/recall button (MEMORY/RECALL)

HPlay/pause button (1/;)

IOpen switch (OPEN 1)

JHeadphone jack (Ë)

KHold switch (HOLD)

LHole for car mounting base

MDC IN jack

(DC IN 4.5 V K)

NCD release button (PUSH)

Wired remote control

SL-SX390 B

ASkip/search buttons (:, 9)

BPlay/stop/operation off button (∫/1)

CVolume control buttons (j, VOL, i)

DHeadphone jack/ earphone jack

EClip

FHold switch (HOLD)

GEQ button (EQ)

HPlug

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.

SL-SX390

The unit and wired remote control have HOLD functions, each of which works independently.

“(” 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/;] (main unit) is pressed.

Before operating the buttons

Be sure to move [HOLD] to release the unit from the HOLD mode.

Sequential Play Basic Play

5

4

Decrease	Increase
		S-XBS TRAIN
VOL	RANDOM 1 M
	C	VOL

Track number in play

EQ

L

O

V

S-XBS TRAIN

RANDOM 1 M

C VOL

LL
A	E
C
E	D
Y/	O
R	M
R
O
EM
M

Elapsed playing time of each track	HO
	L
	D

OPEN

3 HOLD

SL-SX390

VOL

1 OPEN

Label must face upward.

Close the lid.

HOLD

OPEN

2

R L

Plug type:

3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo

Follow steps 1–5.

In step 2: Connect the stereo headphones/earphones and wired remote control (SL-SX390) 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.

“*” indication

This indication appears for about 10 minutes when the cover is opened. (However, the indication does not appear when the unit is powered off.)

Operation

To pause play

To stop play

Stop mode

To turn off the

unit Off mode

Skip forward/ backward (skip function)

Rapid forward/ backward (search function)

Button

Press during play.

Press during play.

Resume function

Play starts from the beginning of the current track the next time you press [1/;].

Press during stop mode.

Press during play.

(Press [:] twice to skip to the beginning of the previous tracks.)

Backward

Forward

Press and hold during play.

Display/reference

Press again to restart play.

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RANDOM 1M

C VOL

Total number of tracks

S-XBS TRAIN

RANDOM 1M

C VOL

Total playing time

No indicator is shown.

S-XBS TRAIN

RANDOM 1M

C VOL

≥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 operation is limited to the current track only.

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. ≥The resume function works automatically and cannot be turned off.

Removing discs

1Press [∫] 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.

HSUP

HOLD

Note!

Never insert foreign objects into the unit.

Auto power off function

If the unit is left in stop mode for approximately 10 minutes, 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.)

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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