Problem
Cannot close the cover.
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.
8
Specifications
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, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to
you.
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.
Cautions
EST. 1924
Audio
No. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequency response:
20 to 20,000 Hz
(
i
0 dB to
j
7 dB)
DA converter:
1 bit, MASH
Headphone
output level: RMS max. 8 mW
i
8 mW/
16
≠
(adjustable)
Pickup
Light source:
Semiconductor laser
Wavelength:
780 nm
General
Operational temperature
range:
0
e
C–40
e
C
(32
e
F–104
e
F)
Power supply:
DC 4.5 V with optional
AC adaptor RP-AC46
Play time:
[When used in hold mode with EQ
canceled, at 25
e
C (77
e
F), on a flat,
stable surface]
≥
The play time may be less depending
on the operating conditions.
≥
Play time will be considerably reduced
when playing CD-RW.
Dimensions
(W
a
H
a
D):
128
a
26.3
a
131.5 mm
(5
1
⁄
16
za
1
1
⁄
32
za
5
3
⁄
16
z
)
Mass:
243
g
(8.6 oz.) (with batteries)
197
g
(6.9 oz.) (without batteries)
Note:
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
Play time
About 40 hours
Check this
Is the disc properly secured in place?
≥
Is the unit in HOLD mode?
≥
Is the disc properly secured in place?
≥
Is there condensation on the lens?
(Wait for about an hour and then try again.)
≥
Is the disc dirty or scratched?
≥
Is the random play mode on?
≥
Did you stop play in the middle of the disc last
time?
≥
Are the plugs dirty? (Wipe away dirt on plug.)
≥
Separate the unit from mobile phones.
≥
Have the headphone/earphone and the wired
remote control plugs inserted firmly?
≥
Has the headphone plug inserted firmly?
Are you using the unit too near a TV or tuner?
(Keep the unit away from the TV or tuner.)
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 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
In the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unit while driving.
Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the headphones, earphones or
any other parts that directly contact your skin. Continued use may cause rashes
or other allergic reactions.
Care of dry cell batteries
Batteries used
2 alkaline batteries
SL-SX388
SL-SX390