Panasonic SL-S292 User's Manual

Concerning Compact Discs Portable CD player Only compact discs bearing this mark can be used with this unit.

Dear Customer Operating Instructions

However, continued use of irregular shaped CDs can damage the unit. Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety,

Model No. SL-S292

please read these instructions carefully.

The model number and serial number

How to store the disc in its case How to remove a disc from its case

of this product can be found on either

Label side up the back or the bottom of the unit.

Please note them in the space provid- ed below and keep for future refer- ence.

How to hold a disc SL-S292

MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER

If the surface is dirty Supplied Accessories Wipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. Wipe from the center toward the outer Check the packing carton for these accessories. circumference.

Stereo headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 (RFEV715P-KS)

Play surface

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

(shiny surface)

To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site

(http://www.panasonic.com).

Handling precautions Storage precautions

≥If you are taking the CD from a cold to a Be sure to store CDs in their cases to protect Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these warm environment, moisture may form on them from dust, scratches, and warping.

instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

Do not place or store CDs in the following

the CD. Wipe this off with a soft, dry, lint-free

places

cloth before using the CD. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,

≥Locations exposed to direct sunlight

≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-

≥Humid or dusty locations Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

point pen or other writing instrument. ≥Locations directly exposed to a heat vent or

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≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, heating appliance

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thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or ≥In the glove compartment or on the rear

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

any other solvent.

≥Do not attach labels or stickers to CDs. (Do 2001 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. RQT6165-P

Note on CD-R and CD-RW not use CDs with exposed adhesive from This unit may not be able to play some F0701TH0 tape or left over peeled off stickers.) CD-R due to the condition of the record-

Printed in Japan

ing. It can not play CD-RW.

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors etc.

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 in- structions handy for future reference. Safety Installation Service 1. Power source—Connect the unit to a power 1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be

Placement

source of the type described in these instructions or serviced by qualified service personnel if: as marked on the unit. 1. (a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has

1. Foreign material—Ensure objects and liquids do

been damaged; or

2. Polarization—The unit is equipped with a polar- not get into the unit. Avoid exposing the unit to ex-

1. (b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or

ized power plug where one blade is wider than the cessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, and

1. (c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or

other. This safety feature ensures that the plug fits shock.

1. (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits

into your household AC outlet only one way. If the 2. Magnetism—Situate the unit away from equipment

a marked change in performance; or

plug doesn’t fit one way, try reversing it. If the plug and devices that generate strong magnetic fields.

1. (e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet

still doesn’t fit, contact an electrician to replace the 3. Stacking—Do not place anything on top of this

damaged.

obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety unit. purpose of the plug. 4. Wall and ceiling mounting—Do not mount the 2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit be- unit on walls or ceilings unless specified in the in- yond that described in these operating instructions.

3. Power cord protection—Route the AC power sup-

structions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing per-

ply cord so that it will not be walked on or pinched

sonnel.

by items placed on or against it. Never take hold of

Environment

the plug or cord with wet hands. Always grasp the 3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing plug body firmly when connecting and disconnect- ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the

1. Water and moisture—Do not use the unit near

ing it. manufacturer or parts that have the same charac-

water, such as near a bathtub or swimming pool.

teristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substi-

4. Overloading—When connecting the AC power Avoid damp basements.

tutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other

supply cord, be careful not to overload the house- 2. Heat—Situate the unit away from heat sources,

hazards.

hold AC outlet, extension cord, or outlet from any such as radiators. Do not leave it in an automobile other device as this can result in fire or electric exposed to direct sunlight with the doors and win- 4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the shock. dows closed as this may deform the cabinet. servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that 2. Do not situate where temperatures fall below 5 o C the unit is in proper working condition.

5. Nonuse periods—Turn the unit off when it is not in

(41 o F) or rise above 35 o C (95 o F).

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 Maintenance to a household AC outlet for extended periods can

cause battery fluid leakage. (See page 4 for details.) Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet before

6. Attachments and accessories—Use only the at- This manual was printed with soy based ink.

cleaning.

tachments and accessories recommended in these

Clean with a damp cloth.

operating instructions.

Do not use abrasive pads, scouring powders, or sol- vents.