User manual PANASONIC SL-SV553P

Model No. SL-SV550 SL-SV553J Portable CD player Operating Instructions TUNING MODE VOL RADIO/ BAND S-XBS MEMORY/ RECALL FM MODE MONO/ST FM RECEPT ­CITY/ NOR MODE OPR OFF 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 VOL 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: SL-SV550 does not have a remote control. Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.ca C 2002 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Printed in Japan RQT6665-P F1202KN0 This manual was printed with soy based ink. P PC PY p Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. ("PSC") Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Troubleshooting guide References to the remote control apply only to SL-SV553J. 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: In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre close to you. The HOLD function is on (page 2). The disc isn't correctly set. The disc is scratched or dirty.(Tracks skipped.) The unit may not read MP3 correctly if it is shaken while it is reading the files. 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. You may not be able to play MP3 if you have copied a multisession disc that has no data between sessions. 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. Separate this unit from mobile telephones. 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 track where you last stopped play. Use skip to return to the first track. Disconnect then reconnect all power sources (batteries and AC adaptor). The remote control malfunctions. The battery indicator fails to appear or is incorrect. Radio reception is noisy. Use only the included remote control to operate this unit. The indicator does not appear when the AC adaptor is connected. The indicator does not appear correctly under some conditions. Keep the unit away from other tuners and televisions. The AM antena is in the lid, so noise may increase if you hold the unit. No play. No sound or there is a lot of noise. Display ( ) * ' The HOLD function is on (page 2). 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. Full: The program already contains 20 tracks. Reading MP3 files. Play doesn't resume from the track where play stopped at. Play doesn't start from the first track. The unit stops working. Cannot search through tracks. Cannot skip albums. The unit malfunctions when connected to other equipment. You cannot search through MP3 files. You cannot skip between the first and last albums during play. 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. 1 Location of controls/Connection to other equipment Main unit Hold switch Display panel Monaural/Stereo Memory/ Recall Tone selection Tuning mode selection Tuner on/Band select Turn off this unit and the other equipment before connection. To DC IN jack AC adaptor (RP-AC46) (not included) Car power adaptor (SH-CDC9) (not included) Household AC outlet Car audio Headphone jack SL-SV550 SL-SV550 SL-SV553J Directly to headphone jack Through to Headphone jack Connect remote control to main unit first. A Some cannot be connected. Play/Pause Stop / Operation off Lens Open switch Tuning/Skip/Search Battery Volume control compartment Sensitivity control/ Play mode selection Car stereo cassette adaptor (SH-CDM10A) (not included) Set the unit's volume to 10. Audio system Audio cable (not included) Set the unit's volume to 10. Use the main unit to avoid beep sounds heard when operating the remote control buttons. To CD or AUX terminals Adjust the volume level on the audio system. Remote control Supplied Accessories Play/Stop/ Volume control Operation off SL-SV553J SL-SV553J Check the packing carton for these accessories. SL-SV550 SL-SV553J For U.S.A. 1 Wired remote control: N2QCBD000011 1 Pair of stereo headphones: For U.S.A. Skip/Search For Canada Hold switch Tuner on/off/ Band select Actual headphones may be different from those shown in the illustration. L0BAD0000162 For Canada 1 Pair of stereo headphones: L0BAD0000163 1 Pair of stereo earphones: L0BAB0000123 1 Jogger soft case: RFC0060-K SL-SV553J Use numbers indicated when ordering replacements or optional accessories from your Panasonic dealer. In U.S.A. contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). Playing MP3 This unit can play MP3 files you have recorded to discs. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licenced from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. Specifications CD SECTION CD-DA No. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo) Frequency response: 20 to 20,000 Hz (j10 dB to 0 dB) DA converter: 1 bit, MASH Headphone output level: RMS max. 8 mWi8 mW/ 16 (adjustable) GENERAL Power supply: DC input (via optional AC adaptor): DC 4.5 V Operational temperature range: 0 eC­40 eC (32 eF­104 eF) Play time: [Approximate operating time in hours (playing MP3 at the recommended bitrate of 128 kbps, with HOLD on and S-XBS canceled, at 25 eC (77 eF) on a flat, stable surface)] Batteries used 2 optional alkaline batteries 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. The unit and remote control each have independent HOLD switches. 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 (sum of albums and tracks): 999 Maximum album levels: 100 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 CDR/CD-RW players to play audio CD-R and CD-RW. MP3 disc 35 CD-DA RADIO disc (FM BAND) 23 75 Pickup Light source: Wavelength: Semiconductor laser 780 nm Resume function The unit stores the track where you stopped play. Replacing the disc cancels the function. RADIO SECTION Frequency Radio frequency: FM; 87.90­107.90 MHz (0.2 MHz steps) 87.50­108.00 MHz (0.1 MHz/0.05 MHz steps) AM; 520­1710 kHz (10 kHz steps) 522­1629 kHz (9 kHz steps) Auto power off function If the unit is left in stop mode for approximately 10 minutes, the unit powers itself off automatically. The play time may be less depending on the operating conditions. Play time will be considerably reduced when playing CD-RW. Dimensions (WaHaD): 135a25.8a135 mm (55/16za11/32za55/16z) Mass: 223 g (7.9 oz.) (with batteries) 177 g (6.2 oz.) (without batteries) Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate. 2 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. Maintenance 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. 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). Caution Batteries Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if the covering has been peeled off. Align the poles + and - 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 EST. 1924 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. 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. Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts. To establish a safe level: Start your volume control at a low setting. Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion. Once you have established a comfortable sound level: Leave it there. Allergies 3 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. 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. Product 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. 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. CAUTION: Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. Product information For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or email consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). 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 the Panasonic Sales Company. Tel. (787) 750-4300 Fax. (787) 768-2910 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 Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre close to you. User memo: DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER 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. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 ONLY FOR U.S.A. Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of 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 Sales Company (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 Labor All Portable Audio Products except item listed One (1) Year One (1) Year below Rechargeable batteries Ten (10) Days Not applicable (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". 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. 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. Mail-In Service 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 For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. 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. Customer Services Directory For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquiries please contact: 1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday­Friday 9 am­9 pm; Saturday­Sunday 9 am­7 pm, EST. or send e-mail: consumerproducts@panasonic.com For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site. Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910 Accessory Purchases: 1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only) For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277 Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (6 am to 5 pm Monday­Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST) (Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check) 4 F0402NY1082 Power Supply Dry cell batteries (not included) OPEN The battery indicator This indicator appears when the unit is on. 2 24 Close securely. LR6, AA, UM­3 The unit switches off shortly after the indicator starts flashing. Before playing starts the battery indication may flash although the batteries are not drained. It appears correctly once you start play. The remaing time may differ when listening to a CD and the radio. Fit the battery lid so it is secure and flush with the battery compartment if it comes loose, otherwise it can scratch your discs. To remove the batteries, lift from the left. Specifications page 2 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. Listening to CDs Playback Basic Play References to the remote control apply only to SL-SV553J. Pause 1 Open the lid and insert a CD. 2 Release HOLD. Main unit Remote control Press. Press again to restart play. Not available. Search Plug in firmly. Track number Elapsed playing time of track OPEN Main unit Remote control 3 0 24 Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo Press and hold during play. Press and hold during play. You cannot search while playing MP3. You can search only within the current track during program, one track repeat, or random play modes ( page 6). Skip Main unit Remote control 4 SL-SV553J VOL 3 Press. Press. Press [: ] twice to skip to the previous track during play. Press. Adjust the volume. (0 - 25) Stop Main unit Remote control 15 68 24 MP3 files take a little longer to be read. " MP3 " lights on the display during play. 2 3 4 For U.S.A. Number of tracks Total play time OPR OFF Press. For Canada Press. Press and hold to turn the unit off. MP3 ALBUM 5 Press again to turn the unit off. 10-- 72 Number of albums Number of tracks Listening to CDs Program Play Other Play methods References to the remote control apply only to SL-SV553J. Play modes When Playing MP3 M 1 Select the tracks while stopped. You can skip albums when programming MP3 tracks ( below). Each time you press [MODE] - - 01 Sequence number ALBUM M 3 1 Album number Track number RND One track repeat All track repeat Random play RND Random repeat play 2 Press to register. M To confirm the contents of the program Press [MEMORY/RECALL] while the disc is playing. No display (canceled) You cannot select "RND" while playing MP3. You cannot skip back to other tracks during random play. 3 -- 01 Track number 3 4 Start play. Sequence number To delete the entire program Press [ OPR OFF]. Anti-Skip System This system reduces the skipping caused by vibration to a minimum. You can change the anti-skip memory time for CD-DA to improve sound quality. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to register up to 20 tracks. Each time you press and hold [MODE] Changing the sound quality Each time you press [S-XBS] No display (canceled) Better sound quality, Normal sound quality, 10-second anti-skip 45-second anti-skip memory memory You cannot change the memory time for MP3. It is a maximum of 100 seconds for data recorded at 128 kbps. Boosts the bass The effect may differ between different kinds of music. Listening to CDs Playing MP3 References to the remote control apply only to SL-SV553J. Starting play from an album (Album skip) Press and hold [j :, 9 i] until the album you want appears. SL-SV553J VOL This unit can play MP3, a method of compressing audio without overtly hurting audio quality. When creating MP3 files to play on this unit Disc formats: ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 (except for extended formats) It is better not to create folders (album) within folders (004album below). CD-ROM drive Naming tracks and albums Prefix with 3-digit numbers in the order you want to play Extension 001track.mp3 002track.mp3 003track.MP3 001album 1 002album ALBUM 001track.mp3 (or.MP3) 3- - 10 Album number Number of tracks 2 004track.mp3 005track.mp3 Up to 27 characters for tracks and 30 for albums 004album 3 008track.MP3 009track.MP3 Playing only the tracks in a selected album (Album mode) Each time you press and hold [MODE] 003album 4 006track.mp3 007track.MP3 If you created an album such as 004album at left, the files may not play in name order. The albums would play in the order 1, 2, 3, 4. Limitations on MP3 ALBUM MODE No display (canceled) You cannot turn album mode on during program play. You can select another album with album skip. This unit is compatible with multi-session but if there are a lot of sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this. This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write. If the disc includes both MP3 and normal audio data (CD-DA), the unit plays the type recorded in the inner part of the disc. If the disc includes both MP3 and other types of audio data (e.g. WMA or WAV), the unit plays only the MP3. Depending on how you create MP3 files, they may not play in the order you numbered them or may not play at all. 6 Listening to the Radio You can tune directly to a station in Free Mode by finding the station's frequency, or you can store stations in Memory Mode to make tuning simpler. References to the remote control apply only to SL-SV553J. To turn off the radio Press [ OPR OFF] (main unit) or press and hold [RADIO] (remote control). 1 Release HOLD. 2 3 4 5 6 Storing stations into the channels Press Press to choose the modes. Free Mode FM Memory Mode FM M 6 SL-SV553J VOL 107 10 1107 10 Memory number ( Storing station into the channels) Press to change the band. Each time you press the button; FM (----. AM 5 24 1 3 only on the main unit Press to select the station. Press for a moment to change rapidly. "TUNED" appears when tuned. Adjust the volume. Store the frequencies of up to 30 stations; 20 FM and 10 AM. To erase unnecessary stations Preparation: Press [TUNING MODE] to set to Memoty Mode. 1 Release HOLD. 1 Press. Press to set to Memory Mode. FM M Press [j : , 9 i] to select the memory number to be erased. 2 3 4 5 1Press [MEMORY/RECALL]. 2 3 4 Press [MEMORY/RECALL]. The frequency number flashes. Do each of the following within 10 seconds. Press and hold [MEMORY/RECALL] until "- - - -" flashes. Press [MEMORY/RECALL] to erase the memory number. The next memory number appears. 1107 10 Memory number Press to change the band. Each time you press the button; FM (----. AM 5 Store stations into the channels of your choice. FM M 1 98 00 Do each of the following within 10 seconds. 2Press [j :, 9 i] to select the frequency. 1Press [j :, 9 i] for a moment to change rapidly. 3Press [MEMORY/RECALL]. FM Memory number M 1 98 00 4Press [j :, 9 i] to select the memory number . 1Press [j :, 9 i] for a moment to change rapidly. 5Press [MEMORY/RECALL] to confirm the setting. 7 Listening to the Radio To obtain good reception AM Try various directions to obtain optimum reception. / RADIO BAND When using overseas Change the frequency step according to the area. Preparation: Press [RADIO/BAND] to switch on the power. 1 S-X BS G TUNIN DE MO TU MONING DE MEMO REC RY/ ALL FM MOD MON E O/S T FM REC RADIO BAND / OPR OFF MOD E EPT ­CI NOTY/ R VO L S-X BS RY/ MEMO ALL REC Press and hold [RADIO/BAND] until the step appears. L VO MODE FM NO/ST MO REC EPT ­CITY/ R NO MODE OPR OFF FM OP EN FM The earphone cord is also the FM antenna, so extend it instead of leaving it coiled. To receive an FM broadcast clearly Set to "CITY" if reception is poor or if there is interference from another station. 2 Within 10 seconds Each time you press and hold [FM RECEPT %CITY/NOR] Press to select the step. Each time you press [j :, 9 i] FM U0.2 CITY To select stereo or monaural FM Set to "MONO" when there is noise during FM reception. Sound becomes monaural, but noise is reduced. No display (canceled) FM 0.2 MHz, AM 10 kHz (original setting) FM U0.1 FM 0.1 MHz, AM 10 kHz E FM 0.05 MHz, AM 9 kHz 3 Within 10 seconds Each time you press [FM MODE MONO/ST] Press and hold [MEMORY/RECALL] until the frequency appears to confirm the step. To return to the previous frequency step Repeat the above procedure. Changing the step erases the stations you stored in memory. MONO Changing the sound quality The operation is the same as when playing CDs. ( page 6) No display (stereo) Using jogger soft case SL-SV553J Using headphones Fasten the belt securely. SL-SV553J Insert so buttons are facing away from your body. Before jogging with this unit, allow sufficient time for the memory buffer to fill up completely (CD-DA: 45 seconds, MP3: 100 seconds). This unit is designed for light jogging, but not for serious running. It may occasionally skip if used by an aggressive runner, or by someone with a heavy, jarring stride. Do not machine wash. Fading and loss of shape can occur. Do not drop the unit as the soft case cannot protect the unit and CD from damage. 8 RQT6665