8Batteries used2 alkaline batteries2 optional rechargeablebatteries(P-3GAVA/2B)Specifications Troubleshooting GuideBefore requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some ofthe check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem,contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail con-sumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site (http://www. panasonic.com).Listening cautionDo not play your headphones or earphones at a highvolume. Hearing experts advise against continuous ex-tended play.If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volumeor discontinue use.Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It maycreate a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.You should use extreme caution or temporarily discon-tinue use in potentially hazardous situations.Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-airtype designed to let you hear outside sounds, don’t turnup the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s aroundyou.Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “com-fort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So whatsounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful toyour hearing.Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safelevel 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 com-fortably and clearly, and without distortion.Once you have established a comfortable sound level:≥Leave it there.CautionsEST. 1924AudioNo. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo)Frequency response: 20 to 20,000 Hz(i0 dB to j7 dB)DA converter: 1 bit, MASHHeadphoneoutput level: RMS max. 8 mWi8 mW/16 ≠ (adjustable)PickupLight source: Semiconductor laserWavelength: 780 nmGeneralOperational temperaturerange: 0 eC–40 eC(32 eF–104 eF)Rechargeable temperaturerange: 5 eC–40 eC(41 eF–104 eF)Power supply: DC 4.5 V with optionalAC adaptor RP-AC46Play time:[When used in hold mode with EQcanceled, at 25 eC (77 eF), on a flat,stable surface]≥The play time may be less dependingon the operating conditions.≥Play time will be considerably reducedwhen playing CD-RW.Recharging time: About 5 hoursDimensions(WaHaD): 128a25.9a131.5 mm(5 1⁄16za1 1⁄32za53⁄16z)Mass: 235 g (8.2 oz.) (with batteries)187 g (6.6 oz.) (without batteries)Note:Specifications are subject to changewithout notice.Mass and dimensions are approximate.Play timeAbout 35 hoursAbout 15 hoursProblemCannot close the lid.Cannot play discs.Tracks on disc do notplay in order, startingwith the first track.Cannot hear music—too noisy.TV picture is distorted.Radio reception isnoisy.Check thisIs 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 lasttime?≥Are the headphone and wired remote control plugsinserted all the way?≥Are the plugs dirty? (Wipe away dirt on plug.)≥Separate the unit from mobile phones.Are you using the unit too near a TV or tuner?(Keep the unit away from the TV or tuner.)∫ CareTo prevent battery damage, electrolyte leakage andshort-circuiting, heed the following points.≥Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do notuse if the covering has been peeled off.≥Align the poles + and - correctly when inserting thebatteries.≥Do not mix different types of batteries or old and newbatteries.≥Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use theunit for a long time.≥Do not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble, orsubject to excessive heat.≥Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.≥Do not allow metal objects to touch the battery termi-nals as this may cause short-circuiting which is dan-gerous.≥When carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure nometal objects such as necklaces are placed togetherwith them. Contact with metal may cause short-circuit-ing which can cause a fire. For safety, carry therechargeable batteries in the battery carrying case.When driving a carIn the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unitwhile driving.∫ SelectionAs a safety precaution, the portable CD players madeby Panasonic are constructed so it is impossible torecharge ordinary batteries.Only batteries especially designed for this unit can berecharged.Special rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries:P-3GAVA/2B (set of 2)For details, check with your dealer.≥If rechargeable battery play time is short after recharg-ing, the batteries have reached the end of their servicelife. Replace them with the recommended replace-ments.≥Play time may be shorter than usual after rechargingbatteries for the first time or after they have been un-used for a long time. Repeatedly recharge and dis-charge the batteries if this occurs to restore them tonormal.Ordinary dry cellbatteries/rechargeablebatteriesSpecial rechargeablebatteriesDiscontinue use if you experience discomfort withthe headphones or any other parts that directly con-tact your skin. Continued use may cause rashes orother allergic reactions.Selection and care of rechargeable /dry cell batteries