Power Supply PreparationsRefer to the specifications (page 8) for information on operating times when using rechargeable batteries or dry-cell batteries.Using rechargeable batteriesObtain the optional rechargeable batteries for SL-S220, SL-S320,$L-S221C, SL-$321C and SL-S332C.Make sure to recharge the batteries before using them. The unitcannot be used to charge rechargeable batteries other than thosespecifically designed for it.*Supplied batteries for SL-S225 (RP-BP6})Optional batteries (SH-CDB8D)Recharging procedure1 insert the special rechargeabie bat-teries into the unit.2 Connect the AC adaptor.DC IN jack (DC IN 4.5 V o@@)3 When recharging is complete, un-plug the AC adaptor from the poweroutlet and the DC IN jack.Accidental OperationPrevention Functionelt takes approximately three hours to fully recharge therechargeable batteries,*Rechargeable batteries have a service life of approximately300 charge-discharge cycles. [f the operating time on one fullcharge becomes noticeably shorter than it used to be, the bat-tery has reached the end of its service life and should be re-placed.eYou can operate the unit with the AC adaptor while rechargingthe batteries, but it will lengthen the recharging time.+The AC adaptor and rechargeable batteries may become warmwhile recharging is in progress. This is not a malfunction.If the battery lid icomes looseSlide the lid back intoplace horizontally.Removing batter-iesPush up on the battery inthe direction indicated bythe arrow. Then lift it out.Using the AC adaptorConnect the AC adaptor supplied.Refer to “Using rechargeable batteries” for connection instruc-tions.Using the car adaptorThe SL-S221C, SL-S321C and SL-$332C come with a car adaptor.Be sute to use the adaptor specially designed for this model.(Refer to the separate installation instructions.)Be sure to obtain the car adapter (SH-CDC9) for SL-S220, SL-S225and $L-$320, available as an optional accessory. The car adaptorcan be used to recharge the unit's batteries while in the car.CAUTION:Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufac-tured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Using dry-cell batteries(not included)After disconnecting the AC adapter, insert two “AA” (LR6) alka-line batteries.The procedure for inserting and removing dry-cellbatteries is identical to that for rechargeable bat-teries.Battery indicatorThis indicator flashes on and off when the batteries are almostout of power. Power is cut off completely a short while later.Rechargeable batteries: Recharge batteries.Dry-ceil batteries: Replace batteries with new ones.®The length of time the unit will continue to operate betweenwhen the battery indicator starts flashing and when the poweris cut off differs depending on the type of batteries used.©The battery indicator may not flash if rechargeable batteries,other than those designated by Panasonic, are used.Locations of ControlsBack panel ofthe unitThis function causes the unit to ignore short,accidental button presses. (The dise lid can stillbe opened and closed.)The misoperation preventionfunction prevents the following:Powering on the unit accidentally {which cancause the batteries to go dead).®Play being cut off unexpectedly in the middleof a selection.To use the accidental operationprevention functionSet HOLD to the HOLD position.HOLD mode“boi d” IndicationWhen the unit is in hold status, pressing anyOperation button (other than the OPEN button)causes the indication “ho fd” to appear on thedisplay.When the unit is powered oftThe “ho! d” indication appears only wher the> Gl button is pressed.Before operating the buttonsBe absolutely sure to move HOLD to re-lease the unit from the hotd mode.@ Skip/search buttons(Hed, P SKIP = SEARCH)© Display@ Push button (PUSH)© Remote sensor (SENSOR)@ Play/pause button (> 11)@ Stop/power off button(E, POWER OFF)© Memory/recall button(MEMORY/RECALL)© Repeat button (REPEAT)@ Open button (OPEN)© Headphones volume control(VOLUME}SL-S32Q/SL-5321CXBS selector (XBS)LIVE/XBS selector(LIVE, XBS, OFF)@ Headphones jack (9)@ Play mode selector(RESUME, NORMAL, RANDOM}@ Hold switch {HOLD}© -9220/SL-5225/5L-5221CAntishock switch (ANTI-SHOCK)Extra anti-shock switch{EXTRA ANTI-SHOCK)Q Out jack (GUT)© DC in jack (DC IN4.5V e-e)@ Hole for car insulator mountingscrew