2Power Supply PreparationsRefer to the specifications (page 8) for information on operating times when using rechargeable batteries or dry cell batteries.Using the AC adaptor(not included)Use only the recommended AC adaptor. Using other ACadaptors can damage the unit.Connect the AC adaptor.2 Connect the AC adaptor.(Refer to “Using the AC adaptor” for connectioninstructions.) Recharging starts and the “ ”charging indicator flashes on the display. Whenthe rechargeable batteries fully recharge thecharging indicator disappears.3 When charging is complete, unplugthe AC adaptor from the householdAC outlet and DC IN jack.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. Replace the batteries.≥Recharging may only be performed when the unit isoff.≥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 household ACoutlet, ensure you disconnect the AC adaptor from theunit’s [DC IN 4.5 V K] terminal.Battery indicatorThis indicator flashes when the batteries are almost outof power. Power is cut off completely a short while later.Rechargeable batteries: Recharge batteries.Dry cell batteries: Replace batteries with new ones.Note!≥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 flash if rechargeablebatteries other than those designated by Panasonicare used.Using the car adaptorSL-MP36C includes a car adaptor. Refer to the sepa-rate “Installation Instructions”.For SL-MP35, obtain the car adaptor (SH-CDC9) avail-able as an optional accessory.The car adaptor can be used to recharge the unit’s bat-teries while in the car.Use only the recommended car adaptor. Use of othercar adaptors can damage the unit.Removing batteriesPush up on the batteryin the direction indicat-ed by the arrow. Thenlift it out.If the battery lidcomes looseSlide the lid back intoplace horizontally.If the unit malfunctions or freezes duringuse, disconnect the power source (the ACadaptor or batteries).Re-connect the power source and contin-ue operation.DC IN 4.5 V KDC IN jack (DC IN 4.5 V K)Back panel of the unitHouseholdAC outletAC adaptorOPENOPENTRACKALBUMMP3M1RNDS-XBSBattery indicatorLocation of ControlsA Memory/recall button(MEMORY)B Mode button (MODE)C DisplayD S-XBS button (S-XBS)E Headphone volume control(i, VOLUME, j)F Skip/search buttons(:, 9)G Play/pause button (1/;)H Stop/operation off button (∫)I Open switch (OPEN 1)J Album skip buttons(M ALBUM L)K Display button (DISPLAY)L Album mode button(ALBUM MODE)M Headphone jack (Ë)N Hold switch (HOLD)O CD release button (PUSH)P Hole for car mounting baseQ DC IN jack(DC IN 4.5 V K)OPENHOLDHOLDConserving powerTo save power when the unit is not to be used for a longtime, unplug the AC adaptor from the household AC outlet.Note!Turn the unit off before connecting or disconnecting theAC adaptor.P QOPENA B D E F HC E GIM L J FJ KNOPENHOLDOHOLDDC IN 4.5 V KHOLD modeThis function causes the unit to ignoreshort, accidental button presses. (Thedisc lid can still be opened and closed.)The HOLD function prevents thefollowing:≥The unit is powered on accidentallywhen not in use, causing the batteriesto run down.≥A button is accidentally pressed duringplay, interrupting the operation.To use the HOLD functionSet [HOLD] to the HOLD position.“ ” indicationWhen the unit is in HOLD mode,pressing any button causes the indica-tion, “ ” to appear on the display.When the unit is offThe “ ” indication appears onlywhen [1/;] is pressed.HOLD Function≥Never mix dry cell and rechargeable batteries.≥Turn the unit off before replacing the recharge-able batteries.Using rechargeable batteries(not included)Obtain the optional rechargeable batteries.Make sure to recharge the batteries before using them.The unit cannot be used to charge rechargeable batter-ies other than those specially designed for it.Optional batteries: P-3GAVA/2BRecharging procedure1 Insert the special rechargeable bat-teries into the unit. Using dry cell batteries(not included)After disconnecting the AC adaptor, insert two “LR6,AA, UM-3” alkaline batteries.The procedure for inserting and removing dry cellbatteries is identical to that for rechargeable bat-teries.CAUTION:Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufac-tured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Before operating the buttonsBe sure to move [HOLD] to releasethe unit from the HOLD mode.OPEN1OPEN+-23For U.S.ATo order the optional AC adaptor RP-AC46 contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).For CanadaBe sure to obtain the optional AC adaptor RP-AC46.It is available through your Panasonic dealer.Back panelof the unit