Panasonic SL-S360

Troubleshooting Guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible cause of
Audio Ptay time:
No. of channels: 2 (left and right, [When used in hold mode, at 25°C the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor adjustment on
stereo} (77°F) temperature and on flat and your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
Frequency stable surface} If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the
response: 20 to 20,000 Hz chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of Authorized Service Centers
(+0.5 dB to (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer
— 1.6 dB} OFF/ON for instructions.
Output voltage: 0.6 V (50 kf) About 22h/25h For detailed instructions, contact an authorized servicenter in the U.S.A. and
S/N: More than 94 dB* 2 alkaline batteries Panasonic Canada inc. Customer Care Centre in Canada,
Wow and flutter: Below measurable About 20h/22h in the U.S.A. 1-800-211-7262 or web site (http:/Awww.panasonic.com)
limit in Canada 905-624-5505 or web site (www.panasonic.ca/faq.htmi)
DA converter: 1 bit, MASH ee ore About 6h/6.5h i
> Max.9mW+9mw/ | (RP-SP6OSH-COBED) | About sivs.5h :
Pickup ' SRN ila aiii Cannot play discs. els the unit in hold status?
Light source: Semiconductor laser (P-3GAVA/28) About 9h/t0h èis the disc properly secured in place?
Wavelength: 780 nm ls there condensation on the lens?
General The play time may be less depending on (Wait for about an hour and then try again.)
temperature Recharging time:
range: O°C-40°C RP-BP60: About 3 hours Tracks on disc do not | 's the [RESUME, NORMAL, RANDOM] (play mode
(32°F~104°F) P-3GAVA/2B: About 5 hours play in order, starting ) slider in the [NORMAL] position?
Rechargeable SH-CDBBD: About 3 hours with the first track.
temperature Dimensions
range: §°C-40°C {WxHxD}: 128x 25.8x 144 mm Cannot hear music— els the headphones/earphones plug inserted all the
(41°F-104°F) (5Yi8"™ 1122" X 514e") too noisy. way?
Power supply: DC 4.5 V Weight: 257 9 (9.1 02.) els the plug dirty? (Wipe away dirt on plug.)
Power consumption: (with batteries)
Anti-shock
AG adaptor 2.9 W/3.0 W
When
recharging:
Approx.
4.0W
Note:
“These specifications were measured in
the anti-shock OFF mode.
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Weight and dimensions are
approximate.
212 9 (7.5 oz.)
(without batteries) Radio reception is
noisy.
$L-S362C ONLY
No operation with
wireless remote control
TV picture is distorted.
Are you using the unit body too near a TV or tuner?
{If the FV or tuner is connected to a simple indoor
antenna, connect it to an outdoor antenna.)
els the unit turned off while rechargeable batteries
or dry cell batteries are being used? Press [P IH
on unit and then proceed with operation.
@Has lithium battery been inserted? If it has, is its
voltage low?
Listening caution
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 dis-
continue use.
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a
traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
You should use extrema caution or temporarily discontinue use in
potentially hazardous situations.
Even if your headphones or earphones is an open-air type de-
signed to lat you hear outside sounds, don't tum 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 BE-
FORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe levet:
eStart your volume control at a low setting.
e Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and
clearly, and without distortion,
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
Set the dial and leave it there.
Rechargeable batteries
*Only the RP-BP60, P-3GAVA/2B, SH-CDB&D batteries can be
recharged.
etf the power delivered by the batteries lasts for a very short time
after recharging, it means that the batteries’ service life is over.
Do not use them any mora,
*Recharging already charged batteries will shorten their service
life.
When recharging batteries for the first time or when they have
not been used for a long period of time, the play time may be
shorter than usual, In a case like this, repeatedly recharge and
discharge the batteries. This will restore them to their regular
state.
Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals of
rechargeable batteries since this may cause short-circuiting
which is dangerous.
e Do noi pee! off the plastic coverlng on the rachargeable batter-
ies. Short-circuiting may occur which is dangerous.
Dry cell batteries/rechargeable
batteries
To prevent damage to the batteries and electrolyte leakage, heed
the following points,
¢Align the @ and © potanties property when inserting the bat-
teries.
e Do not mix different types or makes of batteries or otd and new —
battenas.
Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit for a
iong period of time.
Do not throw batteries into a fire, and do not short-circuit, disas-
semble or subject them to excessive heat.
+ Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
Carrying dry cell batteries/
rechargeable batteries around
When putting dry cell or rechargeable batteries in a pocket or
bag, ensure that no other metal objects such as a necklace are
placed together with them, Contact with metal may cause short-
circuiting which, in turn, may cause a fire,
Be absolutely sure to carry the rechargeable batteries in the bat-
tary carrying case.
When purchasing rechargeable
batteries
As a safety precaution, the portable CD players made by
Panasonic have a construction designed to make It impossible to
tacharge ordinary batteries,
To use rechargeable batteries, be absolutely sure to purchase
the rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries designed especially for this unit.
Special rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries:
P-3GAVA/2B, SH-CDBS8D (set of 2)
For details, check with your dealer.
Ordinary dry cell
batteries/rechargeable
batteries
Special rechargeable
batteries
e(€_ Ooa Ve
When driving a car
in the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unit while dri-
ving.