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Concerning Compact Discs
Only compact discs bearing this mark can be used with this unit.
However, continued use of irregular shaped CDs can damage the unit.

How to remove a disc from its case

How to store the disc in its case
Label side up

How to hold a disc

Portable CD player
Operating Instructions

Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety,
please read these instructions carefully.
The model number and serial number
of this product can be found on either
the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER

Model No.

SL-SX390
SL-SX388
VOL

HO

EQ
MEM

ORY

/REC

ALL

MODE

LD

OPEN

SL-SX390 :indicates a feature which can be enjoyed with SL-SX390.
SL-SX388 :SL-SX388 only.

Supplied Accessories

If the surface is dirty

Check the packing carton for these accessories.

Wipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
Wipe from the center toward the outer circumference.

Handling precautions
≥If you are taking the CD from a cold to
a warm environment, moisture may
form on the CD. Wipe this off with a
soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the
CD.
≥Do not write on the label side with a
ball-point pen or other writing instrument.
≥Do not use record cleaning sprays,
benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to CDs.
(Do not use CDs with exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled off
stickers.)

SL-SX388

SL-SX390

Play surface (shiny surface)

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors
etc.

Storage precautions
Be sure to store CDs in their cases to
protect them from dust, scratches, and
warping.

Do not place or store CDs in the
following places
≥Locations exposed to direct sunlight
≥Humid or dusty locations
≥Locations directly exposed to a heat
vent or heating appliance
≥In the glove compartment or on the
rear deck of an automobile

Wired remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Stereo headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(N2QCBD000023)
(L0BAD0000157)
For U.S.A.
Stereo headphones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(RFEV716P-SS)
For Canada
Stereo earphones (L0BAB0000124). . . 1
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site
(http://www.panasonic.com).

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions
completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

P

PC PY

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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com
Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.ca
RQT6190-2P F1101TR2082
C 2001 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Japan

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

Safety
1. Power source—Connect the unit to a power source
of the type described in these instructions or as
marked on the unit.
2. Polarization—The unit is equipped with a polarized
power plug where one blade is wider than the other.
This safety feature ensures that the plug fits into your
household AC outlet only one way. If the plug doesn’t
fit one way, try reversing it. If the plug still doesn’t fit,
contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet.
Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the
plug.
3. Power cord protection—Route the AC power supply cord so that it will not be walked on or pinched by
items placed on or against it. Never take hold of the
plug or cord with wet hands. Always grasp the plug
body firmly when connecting and disconnecting it.
4. Overloading—When connecting the AC power supply cord, be careful not to overload the household AC
outlet, extension cord, or outlet from any other device
as this can result in fire or electric shock.
5. Nonuse periods—Turn the unit off when it is not in
use. Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet if it
is not to be used for a long time. Unplug the unit during lightning storms. Leaving the unit connected to a
household AC outlet for extended periods can cause
battery fluid leakage.
6. Attachments and accessories—Use only the attachments and accessories recommended in these
operating instructions.

Installation
Placement
1. Foreign material—Ensure objects and liquids do not
get into the unit. Avoid exposing the unit to excessive
smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, and shock.
2. Magnetism—Situate the unit away from equipment
and devices that generate strong magnetic fields.
3. Stacking—Do not place anything on top of this unit.
4. Wall and ceiling mounting—Do not mount the unit
on walls or ceilings unless specified in the instructions.

Environment
1. Water and moisture—Do not use the unit near
water, such as near a bathtub or swimming pool.
Avoid damp basements.
2. Heat—Situate the unit away from heat sources, such
as radiators. Do not leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight with the doors and windows
closed as this may deform the cabinet.
2. Do not situate where temperatures fall below 5 oC (41
oF) or rise above 35 oC (95 oF).

Service
1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:
1. (a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has
been damaged; or
1. (b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
1. (c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
1. (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
1. (e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions.
Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.
3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics
as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit
is in proper working condition.

Maintenance
(See page 7 for details.)
Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet before
cleaning.
Clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive pads, scouring powders, or solvents.

This manual was printed with soy based ink.

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

Using dry cell batteries
(not included)

Using the AC adaptor
(not included)

Insert two “LR6, AA, UM-3” alkaline batteries.

Use only the recommended AC adaptor. Use of other
AC adaptors can damage the unit.
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.

2
1

+

3

Connect the AC adaptor.

OPEN

OPEN

Removing batteries
Push up on the battery
in the direction indicated by the arrow. Then
lift it out.

If the battery lid
comes loose
Slide the lid back into
place horizontally.

Battery indicator

Household
AC outlet

DC IN 4.5VK

AC adaptor

OPEN

OPEN

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. Reprogram tracks if necessary before use.

Using rechargeable batteries
(not included)

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

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.

Use only the recommended car adaptor. Use of other
car adaptors can damage the unit.
Be sure to obtain the car adaptor (SH-CDC9) available
as an optional accessory.

CAUTION:

Note!
Turn the unit off before connecting or disconnecting the
AC adaptor.

≥If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable
batteries manufactured by Panasonic are recommended.
≥This unit cannot recharge batteries. The battery indicator will not function correctly when using rechargeable batteries.

VOL

Using the car adaptor
(not included)

Back panel of the unit

The dry cell batteries should be changed when the unit is off.

C

Battery indicator

Note!

DC IN jack (DC IN 4.5 V K)

Note!

S-XBS TRAIN
M
RANDOM 1

Use only car adaptor, Model: SH-CDC9 manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd.

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.

Location of Controls
A

B

Back panel of the unit

C C BD

Portable CD Player A

Wired remote control
SL-SX390

DC IN 4.5VK

EQ

VOL

E
F

CALL
MODE
RY/RE
MEMO

L

M

G

A

H
HO
LD

OPE

K

J

N

HO
LD

I

OPEN

N

B

AB C

SL-SX390

VOL

D
EQ

HOLD

A Stop/operation off button (∫)
B Skip/search buttons
(:, 9)
C Headphone volume control
buttons (j,VOL, i)
D EQ button (EQ)
E Display
F Mode button (MODE)
G Memory/recall button
(MEMORY/RECALL)
H Play/pause button (1/;)
I Open switch (OPEN 1)
J Headphone jack (Ë)
K Hold switch (HOLD)
L Hole for car mounting base
M DC IN jack
(DC IN 4.5 V K)
N CD release button (PUSH)

B

A Skip/search buttons
(:, 9)
B Play/stop/operation off button
(∫/1)
C Volume control buttons
(j, VOL, i)
D Headphone jack/ earphone
jack
E Clip
F Hold switch (HOLD)
G EQ button (EQ)
H Plug

H
GF E

HOLD Function
VOL

EQ
MEM

/REC
ORY

ALL

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

MODE

SL-SX390
EQ

HO

HOLD

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.

LD

OPEN

HOLD
HOLD

To use the HOLD function
Set [HOLD] to the HOLD position.
SL-SX390

HOLD mode

2

The unit and wired remote control have HOLD
functions, each of which works independently.

“(” indication
When the 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/;] (main unit) is pressed.
Before operating the buttons
Be sure to move [HOLD] to release
the unit from the HOLD mode.

Sequential Play

5

Basic Play

Decrease

Increase

1

S-XBS TRAIN
RANDOM 1
M

VOL

C

VOL

OPEN

Label must face upward.

Track number in play

EQ

VOL

4

MEM

ORY

/REC

ALL

MODE

S-XBS TRAIN
M
RANDOM 1
C

VOL

Close the lid.

HO

Elapsed playing time of each track

LD
HO
LD

OPE

3

OPEN

N

2

HOLD

Plug type:
3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo

SL-SX390

R

L

VOL

Follow steps 1–5.
In step 2: Connect the stereo headphones/earphones and wired remote control (SL-SX390) to the headphone jack
[Ë]. (Plug in firmly.)
In step 5: The volume range is 0-25. Press and hold to change the volume successively. The volume changes when
pressed while the level is displayed. If any other display is shown, it changes to show the current level. (The
volume returns to 10 when you disconnect the power source.)
≥Play stops automatically when all the tracks have been played.
≥If the unit has been connected to the car audio system, set this unit’s volume to 10, then adjust the volume level on
the system.

Operation

Button
Press during play.

C

Press during play.

Play starts from the beginning of
the current track the next time you
press [1/;].

Removing discs

1
2
3

Press [∫] to stop play and disc rotation.
Slide [OPEN 1] to open the lid.
Press [PUSH] to release the disc.

Do not stop the disc by hand or try to remove it before it
stops rotating. This can damage CDs.

Total number of tracks

C

VOL

PUS

HOL
D

No indicator is shown.
S-XBS TRAIN
RANDOM 1
M

Press during play.
(Press [:] twice to skip to the
beginning of the previous tracks.)

Forward
Press and hold during play.

OPEN

Total playing time

C

Backward

VOL

≥During program play (page 4), these buttons are
used to skip forward or backward through the
programmed sequence of tracks.
≥You cannot skip to tracks that have been played
in random or random repeat play (page 4).
≥During program play, 1-track repeat play, random
play and random repeat play (page 4), search operation is limited to the current track only.

Resume function notes
≥Opening the lid while in the stop mode or replacing the disc while in the off mode cancels the function. (It may remain active if you replace a disc in the off mode.)
≥Play may resume from the beginning of the next track if you stopped play near the end of a track.
≥The resume function works automatically and cannot be turned off.

3

This indication appears for about 10 minutes when the
cover is opened. (However, the indication does not appear when the unit is powered off.)

H

Resume function

Press during stop mode.

Rapid forward/
backward
(search function)

“*” indication

S-XBS TRAIN
RANDOM 1
M

To turn off the
unit Off mode

Skip forward/
backward
(skip function)

VOL

This indication appears for about 30 seconds if [1/;] is
pressed when no disc is loaded in the unit or if the disc
is not properly secured.

PUSH

Stop mode

Press again to restart play.
S-XBS TRAIN
RANDOM 1
M

To pause play

To stop play

Display/reference

For your reference:
“)” indication

Note!
Never insert foreign objects into the unit.

Auto power off function
If the unit is left in stop mode for approximately 10 minutes, the unit powers itself off automatically in order to
prevent the battery from running down.
(If no disc is loaded in the unit, it powers itself off in
about 30 seconds.)

Note on CD-R and CD-RW
This unit can play CD-DA format audio CD-R and
CD-RW that have been finalized§ upon completion
of recording. It may not be able to play some CD-R
or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording.
§Finalizing is a process that enables CD-R/CD-RW
players to play audio CD-R and CD-RW.

Other Play Methods
The letters such as B in the various illustrations refer to the descriptions in the “Location of Controls” section (see page 2).

Skip play

Program play

Repeat play/Random play

The disc plays from the specified track through to the
end, then play stops automatically.
Preparation: Put unit in stop mode.

Up to 24 tracks can be entered in the programmed sequence.
Preparation: Put unit in stop mode.

Press during play or stop mode.

1

1

Select the desired track.

B

B

2

2

1-track repeat (1 `)( ----------------]

Register in sequence.

H
MEMORY/RECALL

G

D

One track is repeated.
v

All-track repeat (`)

3

Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program all
the desired tracks.

4

|
|

|

All the tracks on the disc are repeated. |
v
|

Random (RANDOM)
The tracks play once each in random
order and then play stops.
v

Changing the sound quality

EQ

F

The setting is switched in the sequence indicated below
each time [MODE] is pressed.

(The indication “M” and the programmed sequence appear on the display.)

Press during play or stop mode.

MODE

Select the desired track.

|
|
|
|

Random repeat (RANDOM `) |
The tracks play repeatedly in random |
order.
v

|
|

Cancel (no indicator is shown) --------------}

When pressed during program play
The setting is switched in the sequence indicated below
each time [MODE] is pressed.

H

1-track repeat (1 ` M)(------------]
The setting switches in the sequence indicated below
each time [EQ] is pressed.
S-XBS>TRAIN>Cancel (no indicator is shown)

^==========b

One track is repeated.
v

∫ To program the same track in the sequence more than once
∫ After step 2, press [MEMORY/RECALL] desired
number of times.

∫ If “'” is displayed

Select this setting to boost the low-range response.

∫ No more tracks can be programmed.

∫ To confirm the contents of the program
Select this setting to avoid annoying other passengers
with noise from your headphones/earphones while riding on the train, or to reduce fatigue when listening for a
long period of time.

Note!
The setting returns to S-XBS when you disconnect the
power source.

|

The programmed tracks are repeated. |
v
|
Cancel (M) -------------------------------------------}

Note!

S-XBS:
TRAIN:

Memory repeat (` M)

|
|

∫ Press [MEMORY/RECALL] while the disc is playing.
(The numbers of the programmed tracks appear on
the display in sequence.)

∫ To delete the entire programmed sequence
∫ Press [∫].

Note!

≥You can select the first track to play in random play
and random repeat play by pressing [9] while the
disc is stopped. All the tracks are played.
≥You cannot select random play or random repeat play
during program play.
≥The resume function does not work when random or
random repeat are on.
≥The mode is canceled when you disconnect the power
source.

The repeat and random play modes are canceled after
steps 1 and 2.

Anti-Skip System
This system deals with skipping in a variety
of ways:
≥An anti-skip mechanism prevents skipping caused
when play speed changes due to swinging of the unit.
≥A recovery system immediately returns the laser pickup to its original position if it is knocked off the track by
a strong shock.
≥An anti skip memory (max. 48seconds) fills in interruptions caused by bumps and vibrations.
The anti-skip system works automatically while the
system is on and cannot be canceled.

4

When bumps continue repeatedly
The elapsed playing time disappears and sound is interrupted.
S-XBS TRAIN
RANDOM 1
M

E

C

VOL

Note!
≥While the system is on, the disc rotates at a higher
rate than usual in collecting extra audio data. This
could result in a slight increase in disc rotation noise.
≥The anti-skip memory compresses digital signals.

Using the Wired Remote Control
The remote control can be operated regardless of the
HOLD mode of the unit.

SL-SX390

Basic operation

Preparation:

Press once during off or stop mode.

Press during play.

Release the remote control from the HOLD mode.
Skipping
tracks

VOL

EQ

HOLD

To start play

(Press [:] twice to skip to the beginning of
the previous tracks.)
Backward
(Beep Beep Beep)

(Beep)
VOL

Press once during play.

HOLD

Forward
(Beep Beep)

Searching
through tracks

VOL

To stop play
Press and hold during play.

∫ Operation confirmation tones
» When an operation button is pressed, a confirmation

(Beep...Beep)

tone sounds. Refer to the parentheses in the illustration for the different types of confirmation tones.

VOL

Press and hold during play or stop
mode.

∫ Turning the operation tones off and on
» While stopped or during play
» Press and hold [EQ] on the remote control for 5 sec-

To turn off
the unit

onds until the unit's display appears. The tone
sounds when the setting is changed.

EQ

HOLD

EQ

To adjust the
volume

VOL

Decrease
(Beep)

VOL

Increase
(Beep)

≥The volume range is 0–25. (Press and hold
to change the volume successively.)
≥A tone (beep-beep) sounds when you
reach the minimum or maximum volume.

(Beep...Bee...p)

Changing the sound quality
(Beep)

Press during play or stop mode.

The setting switches in the sequence indicated below each time
[EQ] is pressed.
S-XBS>TRAIN>Cancel (no indicator is shown)

To turn the tone off

To turn the tone on

EQ

HOLD

EQ

^==========b
(Beep)

S-XBS:
Select this setting to boost the low-range response.

TRAIN:
Select this setting to avoid annoying other passengers with noise
from your headphones/earphones while riding on the train, or to
reduce fatigue when listening for a long period of time.

Note!
The setting returns to S-XBS when you disconnect the power
source.

Using the Unit with Optional Accessories
Using the unit with an audio system
Turn off this unit and the other equipment before connection.
SL-SX390

Using the unit with a car audio
system

1 Connect the remote control to [Ë] on the unit.
2 Connect the stereo connection cable to the

remote control and the other equipment.
≥The unit may malfunction if you connect directly to
[Ë] on the unit.
≥Do not connect the cable to the PHONO jacks on
the amplifier.
3 Turn the operation tones off (see above) so they
are not heard when you press buttons on the remote control.
4 Set the volume to 10.
Make further volume adjustments with the other
equipment.

Items to be purchased

Headphone jack (Ë)

EQ

VOL

MEM

ORY

/RECAL

L

For connection to the car audio system
Car stereo cassette adaptor (SH-CDM10A)

MODE

Other equipment
HO

LD

OPEN

(White) L To CD or
AUX
(Red) R terminals

SL-SX388

1 Connect the stereo connection cable to [Ë] on the
unit.
2 Set the volume to 10.
Make further volume adjustments with the other
equipment.

Note!
≥Obtain the optional connecting cable if the other equipment comes with mini-phone jacks.
SL-SX390

≥If you connect speakers (active or otherwise) directly to
the unit's headphone jack, ensure they have an impedance of 1 k≠ or less.

5

SL-SX390
VOL

Stereo connection cable (not included)

Connect the car stereo cassette adaptor to [Ë] on
the unit.
(When doing this, set this unit’s volume to 10.)
For securing the unit and connecting the power
supply:
≥Car adaptor (SH-CDC9)
≥Car mounting kit (SH-CDF20)
Note when using the car mounting kit (SH-CDF20)
1Remove the screw from
Bracket
the bracket at the rear
of the car mounting
base.
2Replace the screw in the
lower hole of the bracket.
Screwdriver

Note!
≥When you switch off the car, volume and sound quality
may return to the original settings and the resume
function may work even if you change the disc.
≥It may not be possible to use the unit with some types
of car stereos owing to restrictions imposed by the
construction of the car stereo cassette adaptor.
For further details, refer to the instructions of the part
concerned.

RQT6190

ONLY FOR U.S.A.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric
of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Audio Products Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

If your product listed below does not work properly because of a defect in materials or
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales
Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty
period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b)
replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be
made by the warrantor.

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship,
and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty
ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are
caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance,
power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use
of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

Product or Part Name

Parts

Labor

Radio, Clock Radio, Radio with Tape Player or
Recorder, Portable CD Player, Headphone
Stereo, Tape Recorder, Speaker

One (1) Year

One (1) Year

Rechargeable batteries (in exchange for
defective item)

Ten (10) Days

Not Applicable

Ninety (90) Days

Not Applicable

SD Memory Card (in exchange for
defective item)

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts”
warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must mail-in your product during
the warranty period. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries,
antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended
only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase
receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.

To obtain service in the USA please contact:
Panasonic Services Company, Panasonic Plus Department
20421 84th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032
Tel: 1-800-833-9626 Fax: 1-800-237-9080
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or
fax (787)-768-2910.
When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and
preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a
day time phone number where you can be reached.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED
WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT
OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for
lost time, cost of having someone remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable,
travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other
memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration
only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not
apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled
to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's Consumer Affairs Department at the
addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer Services Directory
For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request,
Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquiries please contact:
1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm;
Saturday–Sunday 9 am–7 pm, EST.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by
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Service in Puerto Rico
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales
Company/Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910
Accessory Purchases:
1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only)
Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(6 am to 5 pm Monday–Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST)
(Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)

Product Service
1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service per-

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sonnel if:
(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.
Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts
specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the
original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks
to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

Maintaining the Lens
Open the lid and clean the lens as shown in the figure. Use a cotton swab to gently
wipe off any finger-prints.
Recommended product: Lens cleaner kit (SZZP1038C)
Lens
Air blower for
camera lens
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OPEN

Lens

Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or email consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505,
web site (www.panasonic.ca.), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER

CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS
FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON
THE APPARATUS.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:

CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the
user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

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Specifications
Audio
No. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequency response:
20 to 20,000 Hz
(i0 dB to j7 dB)
DA converter:
1 bit, MASH
Headphone
output level: RMS max. 8 mWi8 mW/
16 ≠ (adjustable)
Pickup
Light source:
Semiconductor laser
Wavelength:
780 nm
General
Operational temperature
range:
0 eC–40 eC
(32 eF–104 eF)
Power supply:
DC 4.5 V with optional
AC adaptor RP-AC46

Troubleshooting Guide
Play time:
[When used in hold mode with EQ
canceled, at 25 eC (77 eF), on a flat,
stable surface]
Batteries used

2 alkaline batteries

Play time

Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of
the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262,
or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com,
or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-6245505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to
you.

About 40 hours

Problem
≥The play time may be less depending
on the operating conditions.
≥Play time will be considerably reduced
when playing CD-RW.
Dimensions
(WaHaD):
128a26.3a131.5 mm
(51⁄16za11⁄32za53⁄16z)
Mass:
243 g (8.6 oz.) (with batteries)
197 g (6.9 oz.) (without batteries)
Note:
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.

Check this

Cannot close the cover. Is the disc properly secured in place?
Cannot play discs.

≥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?

Tracks on disc do not
play in order, starting
with the first track.

≥Is the random play mode on?
≥Did you stop play in the middle of the disc last
time?

Cannot hear music—
too noisy.

≥Are the plugs dirty? (Wipe away dirt on plug.)
≥Separate the unit from mobile phones.
SL-SX390

≥Have the headphone/earphone and the wired
remote control plugs inserted firmly?
SL-SX388

≥Has the headphone plug inserted firmly?

TV picture is distorted.
Radio reception is
noisy.

Are you using the unit too near a TV or tuner?
(Keep the unit away from the TV or tuner.)

Cautions
Listening caution

EST. 1924

Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise
against continuous extended play.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is
illegal in many areas.
You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-air type designed to let you hear
outside sounds, don’t turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around
you.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your
hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level 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 comfortably and clearly, and without
distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
≥Leave it there.
Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the headphones, earphones or
any other parts that directly contact your skin. Continued use may cause rashes
or other allergic reactions.

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Care of dry cell batteries
To prevent battery damage, electrolyte leakage and short-circuiting, heed the following points.
≥Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if the covering has been
peeled off.
≥Align the poles + and - correctly when inserting the batteries.
≥Do not mix different types of batteries or old and new batteries.
≥Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time.
≥Do not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble, or subject to excessive heat.
≥Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
≥Do not allow metal objects to touch the battery terminals as this may cause shortcircuiting which is dangerous.
≥When carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no metal objects such as necklaces are placed together with them. Contact with metal may cause short-circuiting
which can cause a fire.

When driving a car
In the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unit while driving.



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