Panasonic SL-CT590 Operating Instructions Manual

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2Using dry cell batteries(not included)The external battery case allows you to extend the max-imum playing time of the unit by loading an additionaltwo “LR6, AA, UM-3” alkaline batteries.1 Open the cover of the external bat-tery case and insert the batteries.1 While pressing on the part marked “PUSH”2 Open the case.2 Connect the case to the batterycase terminal.For your reference:The unit can be powered by the batteries in the externalbattery case alone. No batteries need to be loaded inthe player.If the cover of the external battery casecomes loose:Insert the protrusions on the cover into the holes in thecase.Note!≥If rechargeable batteries and dry cell batteries areused together, make sure to use fully chargedrechargeable batteries and new dry cell batteries.≥Do not swing the unit around while the battery case isconnected as this can cause damage to the connec-tion and may be a danger to those around you.Using rechargeable batteriesRecharge the batteries before use.Recharging procedure1 Slide [OPEN ] to open the lid.2 Open the battery lids and insert thetwo rechargeable batteries.Press to open in step 1.3 Connect the AC adaptor.Recharging starts and a battery indicator appearson the display as shown below.When the rechargeable batteries are fully re-charged, the battery indicator disappears. (It takesapproximately 2 hours to fully recharge the sup-plied rechargeable batteries.)4 When recharging is complete, un-plug the AC adaptor from thehousehold AC outlet and the DC INjack.Note!≥Rechargeable batteries have a service life of approxi-mately 300 charge-discharge cycles. The batterieshave reached the end of their operational life if theylast for a noticeably shorter time after recharging, or ifthey cannot be recharged at all.≥Recharging may only be performed when the unit ispowered off.≥The AC adaptor and rechargeable batteries may be-come warm while recharging is in progress. This is nota malfunction.≥Leaving the AC adaptor connected can cause the bat-teries to go flat. After recharging the batteries and dis-connecting the AC adaptor from the AC power outlet,ensure you disconnect the adaptor from the unit’s[KDC IN 4.5 V ] terminal.Power Supply PreparationsRefer to the specifications (page 8) for information on operating times when using rechargeable batteries or dry cell batteries.CAUTION:Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufac-tured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Using the AC adaptorUse only the included AC adaptor. Using other adaptorscan cause overheating which can lead to fire.Connect the AC adaptor supplied.Refer to step 3 in “Using rechargeable batteries” forconnection instructions.Conserving powerThe AC adaptor consumes 2.1 W when the unit isturned off with [∫]. To save power when the unit is notto be used for a long time, unplug the AC adaptor fromthe household AC outlet. Reprogram tracks if necessarybefore use.Using the car adaptor (not included)Be sure to obtain the car adaptor (SH-CDC9), availableas an optional accessory.OPENOPENVOLUMEOPENHOLDMODEEQIf the unit malfunctions or freezes duringuse, disconnect the power sources (theAC adaptor or batteries).Re-connect the power source and contin-ue operation.2PUSH1- ++-DC IN jack (K DC IN 4.5 V)Back panel ofthe unitHouseholdAC outletAC adaptorThe car adaptor can be used to recharge the unit’s bat-teries while in the car.Battery indicatorThe battery charge is shown in five levels on the dis-play.When the battery indicator flashesPower is cut off a short while later. Recharge therechargeable batteries or replace the dry cell batterieswith new ones.Note!≥When the unit is used with a AC adaptor, the batteryindicator is not displayed.≥The battery indicator may temporarily show a lowerlevel or otherwise not operate correctly when search-ing and skipping, and also if the unit is used in an ex-tremely cold environment.≥The length of time the unit will continue to operate be-tween when the battery indicator starts flashing andwhen the power is cut off differs depending on thetype of batteries used.≥The battery indicator may not be displayed if recharge-able batteries other than those designated byPanasonic are used.OPENVOLUMEMEMORYMODEEQVOLS-XBSTRAINLIVERANDOMS OFF1 M.Full EmptyScrollsOPENOPENOPEN1OPEOPEN-+-+ 2332If the battery lid comes looseInsert the protrusions on the lid into the holes on bothsides of the compartment. Ensure the lid is correctly fit-ted before closing it. Incorrect fitting can scratch yourCDs.Removing batteriesPress the end of the battery (-) and lift out.ReplacementNickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries(HHF-AZ01)21OPENOPENVOLUM-+HOLDMODEEQHOLD21Battery cover Insert the end marked (j) first.Battery case terminalWhen using batteriesThis unit includes a mechanism that extends thelife of the batteries by varying the rotation rate ofthe motor. Motor noise may increase when the ratechanges.If the noise bothers youUse the AC adaptor to power the unit. The rotationrate does not change while you are using the ACadaptor.The case’s plug can only be inserted oneway and this prevents it and the AC adaptorfrom being connected at the same time. Donot try to turn the plug after connecting it.