Panasonic SL-SX429C, SL-SX428 User Manual

SL-SX430 SL-SX429C SL-SX428

Portable CD Player

Operating Instructions

Dear Customer

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

Note:

≥“EB” on the packaging indicates the

United Kingdom.

≥SL-SX429C and SL-SX428 models are not

designed for use with remote control.

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Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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

Troubleshooting guide

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.

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.

The unit stops working.

Cannot search through tracks.

Cannot skip albums.

≥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.

Disconnect then reconnect all power sources (batteries and AC adaptor).

You cannot search through MP3 files.

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

References to the remote control apply only to SL-SX430.

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

Cannot specify the AB segment.

Digital Re-master does not work.

SL-SX430

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 batteries are taking a long time to recharge.

Play time is short after recharging.

The battery indicator fails to appear or is incorrect.

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If [:]or [9] is pressed before [MEMO] you cannot change the mode.

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

Depending on the type of MP3 disc recording, the effect may not appear.

Be sure to connect other equipment through the remote control. Speakers connected directly to the unit should have an impedance of 1 k≠ or less.

The operation tone may be off (➪page 6).

Use only the included remote control to operate this unit.

≥

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.

Displays

Caution

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)

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 program already contains 20 tracks.

Reading MP3 files.

Maintenance

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.

≥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 + and

s 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 a 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

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

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

Except for purchased in the United Kingdom

AC adaptor input:

The United Kingdom:

Australia and N.Z.:

China: AC 220 V 50 Hz Saudi Arabia and Kuwait

Other areas: AC 110 –127 V/

Except for purchased in the United Kingdom

Power consumption:

Using AC adaptor:

The United Kingdom, Australia, N.Z., China, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait Other areas: 2.8 W

Recharging:

The United Kingdom, Australia, N.Z., China, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait Other areas: 4.5 W

SL-SX429C

AC 220 –240 V 50/60 Hz

AC 230 –240 V 50 Hz

AC 220 –240 V 50/60 Hz

220 –240 V 50/60 Hz

SL-SX429C

: 0.7 W

: 3.1 W

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.

Batteries used

2 optional alkaline batteries

2 optional rechargeable batteries

MP3 disc

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):

135a24.3a135 mm

Mass: 224 g (with batteries)

180 g (without batteries)

Note:

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

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