Panasonic SL-SX320

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adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please
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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.
Troubleshooting guide
1
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
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Portable CD player
Operating Instructions
Model No.
SL-SX320
SL-SX321C
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.
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
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.
Product service
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
User memo:
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.
Note on CD-R and CD-RW
This unit can play CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RW that have been
finalized
§
upon completion of recording. It may not be able to play some
CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording.
§Finalizing is a process that enables CD-R/CD-RW players to play audio
CD-R and CD-RW.
Resume function
The player stores the track where you stopped play or power was cut off.
Opening the lid when the unit is in stop mode cancels the function.
Auto power off function
If the unit is left in stop mode for approximately 10 minutes, the unit powers
itself off automatically.
≥The HOLD function is on (➪above).
≥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.
No play.
≥Ensure the plugs are inserted firmly.
≥Wipe the plugs clean with a clean cloth.
≥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 open the lid while the unit is in stop mode.
≥This doesn’t work during random play.
≥It may not work correctly under some conditions.
No sound or there is a
lot of noise.
Play doesn’t resume
from the track where
play stopped at.
≥Random play modes may be on (➪page 4).
≥
Play resumes from the track where you last stopped play or power
was cut off (play may start from a different track if you change discs
after power is cut off). Use skip to return to the first track.
The unit stops
working.
Disconnect then reconnect all power sources (batteries and AC
adaptor).
The battery indicator
fails to appear or is
incorrect.
≥ The indicator does not appear when an AC adaptor is connected.
≥ The indicator does not appear correctly under some conditions.
Play doesn’t start
from the first track.
( The HOLD function is on (➪above).
)
≥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.
Display

Panasonic SL-SX320 Specifications

Power

power supply	DC 4.5 V
battery play time	About 33 hours
battery type	2 optional alkaline batteries

Operating Environment

operational temperature range	0 eC–40 eC (32 eF–104 eF)
play time temperature	25 eC (77 eF)
play time surface condition	flat, stable surface

Audio

number of audio channels	2 (left and right, stereo)
frequency response	20 to 20, 000 Hz (i0 dB to j7 dB)
DA converter	1 bit, MASH

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	135 x 27.7 x 135 mm
mass with batteries	206 g
mass without batteries	160 g

Summary

Product Operation and Features

HOLD Function

Prevents accidental button presses and interruptions during playback.

CD-R and CD-RW Playback

Explains compatibility with finalized CD-R and CD-RW discs.

Resume Playback Function

Remembers the track where playback was stopped.

Auto Power Off Feature

Automatically turns off the unit after 10 minutes of inactivity.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Playback Problems

Addresses issues like no play, disc errors, and track skipping.

Audio Output Issues

Troubleshoots no sound, noise, or poor connection.

Unit Functionality

Covers unit stopping, battery indicator errors, and resume issues.

Display Indicators

HOLD Indicator

Indicates when the HOLD function is active.

Disc Status Indicators

Shows disc errors (no disc, unplayable disc) and open lid.

Program Full Indicator

Displays when the program memory reaches its limit.

Product Service and Support

Service Requirements

Details conditions requiring professional service and limitations on self-servicing.

Replacement Parts and Safety

Advises on using correct parts and performing safety checks post-repair.

Customer Assistance

Provides contact information for product support in the US and Canada.

Safety and Installation Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Crucial warnings regarding electrical safety, fire, and shock hazards.

Laser Product Safety

Precautions for handling the laser pickup and avoiding exposure.

Installation Environment

Guidelines for proper placement and environmental conditions for the unit.

Product Compliance

FCC compliance statement for models sold in the USA.

Maintenance and Operation

Cleaning and Care

Instructions for cleaning the unit and its lens.

Power Supply Options

Details on using dry cell batteries and the optional AC adaptor.

Rechargeable Batteries

Notes on using rechargeable batteries and their limitations.

Battery Indicator

Explanation of the battery indicator's behavior.

Connecting Equipment

Audio Output Connections

How to connect headphones, audio systems, or car audio.

Power Input

Connecting to DC IN jack using an AC adaptor or car power adaptor.

How to Use the CD Player

Playback Controls

Instructions for playing, pausing, stopping, and skipping tracks.

Volume Adjustment

How to control the playback volume.

Search Functionality

How to search within tracks during playback.

Advanced Playback Methods

Program Play

How to create and play custom track sequences.

Play Modes Selection

Switching between modes like One track, All track, and Random repeat.

Sound Quality Adjustment

Changing sound effects like S-XBS and LIVE.

Anti-Skip System

Understanding and adjusting the anti-skip memory time.

Important Cautions

Battery Handling

Safety guidelines for battery insertion, mixing, and disposal.

CD Handling

Precautions for using CDs, including avoiding damaged or non-standard discs.

Listening Safety

Advice on safe listening volumes to prevent hearing damage.

Allergy Precautions

Guidance on potential skin reactions to earphones or other parts.

Specifications

Audio Specifications

Details on channels, frequency response, and headphone output.

General Specifications

Includes power supply, operating temperature, dimensions, and mass.

Playback Time

Estimated playback duration with different battery types and conditions.