PANASONIC SLCT489V
Owner's Manual

Power Supply Preparations
Refer to the specifications (page 8) for information on operating times when using rechargeable batteries or dry cell batteries.

Using the dry cell batteries Important note about the memory and the power supply
To preserve the contents of the memory, ensure the unit has a constant supply of power. �Turn the unit off before changing the batteries and before connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor. �The unit can maintain the memory without power for about one minute. Change batteries or reconnect the AC adaptor within this time. �As a precaution, insert batteries even when using the AC adaptor or car adaptor. Insert two �AA� (LR6) alkaline batteries or two �AAA� (LR03) alkaline batteries using the supplied adaptor.

Charging procedure

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Close the battery lid. Remains slightly open

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Insert the rechargeable batteries.
(Refer to �Using the dry cell batteries�.)

Connect the AC adaptor.

(Refer to �Using the AC adaptor�.) Recharging starts and the �H� charging indicator flashes on the unit�s display. The indicator goes out when charging is complete.

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When charging is complete, unplug the AC adaptor from the household AC outlet and DC IN jack.

�Never mix dry cell and rechargeable batteries. �Turn the unit off before replacing the rechargeable batteries.

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Slide the switch to lock the lid.

Note!
�Rechargeable batteries have a service life of approximately 300 charge-discharge cycles. The batteries have reached the end of their operational life if they last for a noticeably shorter time after recharging, or if they cannot be recharged at all. Replace the batteries. �Recharging may only be performed when the unit is powered off. �The AC adaptor and rechargeable batteries may become warm while recharging is in progress. This is not a malfunction. �Leaving the AC adaptor connected can cause the batteries to go flat. After recharging the batteries and disconnecting the AC adaptor from the household AC outlet, ensure you disconnect the AC adaptor from the unit�s [DC IN 4.5 VK] terminal.

When using �AA�(LR6) batteries

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Insert the batteries. 2

If the battery lid comes loose

Slide the lid back into place horizontally.

Push up on the battery in the direction indicated by the arrow. Then lift it out. (Remove �AAA� (LR03) batteries in the same way.)

Removing batteries

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Close the battery lid.

When the battery indicator flashes Using the AC adaptor (not included)
For U.S.A To order the optional AC adaptor RP-AC46 contact 1800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). For Canada Be sure to obtain the optional AC adaptor RP-AC46. It is available through your Panasonic dealer.
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Battery indicator

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This indicator flashes when the batteries are almost out of power. Power is cut off completely a short while later. Rechargeable batteries: Recharge batteries. Dry-cell batteries: Replace batteries with new ones.

Connect the AC adaptor. 2
Slide the switch to lock the lid. DC IN jack (DC IN 4.5 V K) Side panel of the unit

Note!
�The length of time the unit will continue to operate between when the battery indicator starts flashing and when the power is cut off differs depending on the type of batteries used. �The battery indicator may not be displayed if rechargeable batteries other than those designated by Panasonic are used.

When using �AAA�(LR03) batteries

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Insert the adaptor.
AC adaptor Household AC outlet

Using the car adaptor (not included)
Be sure to obtain the car adaptor (SH-CDC9), available as an optional accessory.

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Conserving power

To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug the AC adaptor from the household AC outlet.

CAUTION:
Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. The car adaptor can be used to recharge the unit�s batteries while in the car.

Reverse the above procedure to remove the adaptor.

Using the rechargeable batteries (not included)
Recharge the batteries before use. Use either �AA� batteries or, by inserting the supplied adaptor, �AAA� batteries. This unit cannot recharge batteries other than those especially designed for it. Obtain the optional rechargeable batteries: �AA� rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries: P-3GAVA/2B �AAA� nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: HHR-4AHA/2B

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Insert the batteries.

If the unit malfunctions or freezes during use, disconnect the power source (the AC adaptor or batteries). Re-connect the power source and continue operation.

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HOLD function
This function causes the unit to ignore accidental button presses. (The disc lid can still be opened and closed.)

�(� indication
When the main unit is in HOLD mode, pressing any button causes the indication �(� to appear on the display. When the unit is powered off The �(� indication appears only when [1;] or [RADIO/BAND] is pressed.

The HOLD function prevents the following:
�The unit is powered on accidentally when not in use, causing the batteries to run down. �A button is accidentally pressed during play, interrupting the operation.

HOLD

HOLD

To use the HOLD function
Set [HOLD] to the HOLD position. The unit and wired remote control have HOLD functions, each of which works independently. Before operating the buttons Be sure to move [HOLD] to release the unit from the HOLD mode.

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HOLD mode