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Problem

Cannot close the lid.

Cannot play discs.

Tracks on disc do not play
in order, starting with the
first track.

Cannot hear music—too
noisy.

TV picture is distorted.
Radio reception is noisy.

No reception.
The FM frequency range is
different.

Troubleshooting Guide

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, or web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre close to
you.

Check this

Is the disc properly secured in place?

Is the unit in HOLD mode?

Is the disc properly secured in place?

Is the disc dirty or scratched?

Is there condensation on the lens? 
(Wait for about an hour and then try again.)

Is the random play mode on?

Did you stop play in the middle of the disc last
time?

Is the headphones/earphones plug inserted all the 

way?

Is the plug dirty? (Wipe away dirt on plug.)

Separate the unit from mobile phones.

Are you using the unit too near a TV or tuner?
(Keep the unit away from the TV or tuner.)

Has the frequency step been set for your area?

Specifications

CD SECTION

Audio

No. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequency response:

20 to 20,000 Hz 

(

i

0 dB to 

j

8 dB)

DA converter:

1 bit, MASH

Headphone 

output level: RMS max. 6 mW

i

6 mW/

16 

(adjustable)

Pickup

Light source:

Semiconductor laser

Wavelength:

780 nm

RADIO SECTION

Frequency

Radio frequency:FM; 87.90–107.90 MHz

(0.2 MHz steps)

87.50–108.00 MHz

(0.1 MHz/0.05 MHz steps)

AM; 520–1710 kHz

(10 kHz steps)

522–1629 kHz

(9 kHz steps)

GENERAL

Power supply:

DC 4.5 V with optional

AC adaptor RP-AC46

The play time may be less depending
on the operating conditions.

Play time will be considerably reduced
when playing CD-RW.

Note:
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.

Cautions

Dimensions

(W

k

H

k

D):

128

k

29.8

k

131.5 mm

(5

1

32

qk

1

3

16

qk

5

3

16

q

)

Mass:

264 

g

(9.3 oz.)

(with batteries)

218 

g

(7.7 oz.)

(without batteries)

Operational temperature

range:

o

C–40 

o

C

(32 

o

F–104 

o

F)

Play time:
[Approximate operating time in hours (in
hold mode with S-XBS canceled, at 
25 

o

C (77 

o

F) on a flat, stable surface)]

To prevent battery damage, electrolyte leakage and short-circuiting, heed the follow-
ing points.

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 or 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.

Do not allow metal objects to touch the battery terminals as this may cause short-
circuiting which is dangerous.

When carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no metal objects such as neck-
laces are placed together with them. Contact with metal may cause short-circuiting
which can cause a fire. 

When driving a car

I

n the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unit while driving.

Batteries

used

2 alkaline
batteries

CD 

25

RADIO

(FM BAND)

75

Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the headphones or earphones
or any other parts that directly contact your skin. Continued use may cause rash-
es or other allergic reactions.

Care of dry cell batteries

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 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 haz-
ardous 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 vol-
umes 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.

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.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PROD-
UCT 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. 

EST. 1924

Summary of Contents for SL-SV500

Page 1: ...e 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 sup ply cord so that it will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against it Never take hold of the ...

Page 2: ...sert two LR6 AA UM 3 alkaline batteries Note The dry cell batteries should be changed when the unit is off Using rechargeable batteries not included If rechargeable batteries are to be used rechargeable batteries manufactured by Panasonic are recommend ed This unit cannot recharge batteries The battery indi cator will not function correctly when using recharge able batteries Removing batteries Pus...

Page 3: ...lid while in the stop mode or replacing the disc while in the off mode cancels the function It may remain active if you replace a disc in the off mode Play may resume from the beginning of the next track if you stopped play near the end of a track The resume function is automatic and you cannot turn it off To turn off the unit Press during stop mode Skip Search function Skip Press during play Pres...

Page 4: ...ay Press during play or stop mode Each time the button is pressed 1 1 track repeat One track is repeated All track repeat All the tracks on the disc are repeated RANDOM Random The tracks play once each in random order and then play stops RANDOM Random repeat The tracks play repeatedly in random order When pressed during program play Each time the button is pressed 1 M 1 track repeat One track is r...

Page 5: ...able exchange defective item for new one for ten 10 days 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 insu...

Page 6: ...o 10 1 Press 9 i j for over 1 5 seconds to make the frequency or memory number change in succession 5Within 10 seconds 1Press MEMORY RECALL to confirm the memory setting Recalling preset stations Preparation Release HOLD Connect the stereo headphones earphones to Ë Perform steps 1 3 of Putting stations into the channels 1 Press 9 i j to select the desired station Memory number and broadcast freque...

Page 7: ...during FM reception Select MONO Sound becomes monaural but noise is reduced OPR OFF MEM ORY REC ALL TUN ING MO DE FM MO DE MO NO ST 30 STA TION MEM ORY POR TAB LE CD PLAY ER SL SV500 VOL VOL S X BS RA DIO BA ND FM REC EPT CIT Y N OR MO DE Ë OP EN HO LD OPR OFF MEMO RY RECA LL TU NIN G MO DE FM MO DE MO NO S T 30 STAT ION MEM ORY PORT ABLE CD PLAY ER SL SV500 VOL VOL S X BS RA DIO BA ND FM REC EPT ...

Page 8: ...ring 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 or 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 Do not...

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