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 ...