Troubleshooting Guide - Panasonic SL-SX270 Operating Instructions Manual

Audio
Troubleshooting Guide
Play time: Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible cause of
No. of channels: 2 (left and right, {When used in hold mode with EQ the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor adjustment on
stereo) cancelled, at 25 °C (77 °F), on a flat, your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
DA converter. 1 bit, MASH stable surface} if you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the
Headphone chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of Authorized Service Centers
output level: Max. 9 mW+9 mW/ (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer
16 Q {adjustable) for instructions.
Pickup About 23 N28 h For detailed instructions, contact an authorized servicenter in the U.S.A. and
Light source: Semiconductor laser 2 alkaline batteries Panasonic Canada inc. Customer Care Centre in Canada.
Wavelength: 780 nm About 21 25h in the U.S.A. 1-800-211-7262 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com)
General in Canada 905-624-5505 or web site (www.panasonic.ca)
Operational Optional rechargeable | About 11 W13 h 7
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anaa ar P) PNR Ao MIN Cannot close the cover. | Is the disc properly secured in place?
Rechargeable The Pay nma may Doreen copenang on Cannot play discs. els the unit in HOLD status?
the operating conditions. : ;
temperature a els the disc properly secured in place?
. i Recharging time: About § hours :
range: 5 °C—40 °C Di : #!s there condensation on the lens?
41 "F-104 °F) pease (Wait for about an hour and then try again.) eee o eae (WxHxD): 128x25.9x 131.5 mm
Ponar pac oe (BY0" x 1142" x 5%e") Cannot remove disc. Did you press [PUSH] to release the disc?
pon: Weight: 237 g (8.4 oz.)
Power source Anthshock
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When recharging: Approx. 3.2 W
Note:
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
Listening caution
LISTENING
Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume.
Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play.
tf 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 extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in
potentially hazardous situations.
Even i! your headphones or earphones is an open-air type de-
signed to let 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 level:
eStart your volume control at a iow setting.
Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and
clearty, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
Set the dia! and leave it there.
*These specifications were measured in
the anti-shock OFF mode.
Power consumption in standby mode : 2.0 W
{with batteries)
191 g (6.7 02.)
(without batteries) with the first track.
too noisy.
Radio reception is
noisy.
No operation with
wireless remote control
Rechargeable/dry cell batteries
Only the P-3GAVA/28 batteries can be recharged.
elf the power delivered by the batteries lasts for a very short time
atter recharging, it means that the batteries' service life is over.
Do not usa them any more.
When recharging batteries tor the first time or when they have
not been used for a tong 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.
To prevent damage to the batteries and electrolyte leakage,
heed the following points.
®@Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals of batter-
jes since this may cause short-circuiting which is dangerous.
*Do not peel off the covering on batteries. Short-circuiting may
occur which is dangerous. Do not use batteries it the covering
has been peeled off.
eAlign the @ and © polarities property when inserting the bat-
tenes,
Do not mix different types or makes of batteries or oki and new
batteries.
Remove the batteries if you do not pian to use the unit for a
long period of time.
Do not throw batteries into a fire, and do not short-circuit, disas-
semble or subject them to axcessive heat.
Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
Tracks on disc do not
play in order, starting
Cannot hear music—
TV picture is distorted.
Is [NOR, RANDOM, RESUME] in the [NOR]
position?
èls the headphone/earphone plug inserted all the
way?
els the plug dirty? (Wipe away dirt on plug.)
eSeparate the unit from mobile phones.
Are you using the unit body too near a TV or tuner?
(If the TV or tuner is connected to a simple indoor
antenna, connect it to an outdoor antenna.)
els the unit turned off whila rechargeable batteries
or dry cell batteries are being used? Press [> 1]
on unit and then proceed with operation.
@Has lithium battery been inserted? if it has, is its
voltage low?
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-
tery 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
recharge 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 (set of 2)
For details, check with your dealer,
Special rechargeable
batteries
Ordinary dry cell
batteries/rechargeable
batteries
A Wee 0e
When driving a car
In the interest of trattic safety, do not operate the unit while dri-
ving.