Panasonic SL-SW890 User Manual

(Anti-skip OFF)

No. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequency response:

20 to 20,000 Hz

(

i

0.5 dB, 

j

1.5 dB)

Output voltage:

0.6 V (50 k

≠

)

S/N:

More than 94 dB

§

Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
DA converter:

1 bit, MASH

Headphones 

output level:

Max. 9 mW

i

9 mW/

16 

≠

(adjustable)

Light source:

Semiconductor laser

Wavelength:

780 nm

Operational 

temperature range:

0 

e

C–40 

e

C 

(32 

e

F–104 

e

F)

Rechargeable 

temperature range:

5 

e

C–40 

e

C 

(41 

e

F–104 

e

F)

Power supply:

DC 4.5 V

Power consumption:

When recharging:

Approx. 4.4 W

Play time:
[When used in hold mode with EQ
canceled, at 25 

e

C (77

e

F), on a flat,

stable surface]

The play time may be less depending on
the operating conditions.
Recharging time

(P-3GAVA/2B):

About 3 hours

Dimensions 

(W

k

H

k

D):

133

k

24.7

k

141.5 mm

(5

1

⁄

4

qk

31

⁄

32

qk

5

9

⁄

16

q

)

Mass:

327 

g

(11.5 oz.) (with batteries)

282 

g

(10.0 oz.) (without batteries)

§

These specifications were measured in
the anti-skip OFF mode.

Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.

Power consumption in standby mode : 2.0W

2.2 W/ 2.4 W

AC adaptor

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If rechargeable battery play time is short after recharg-
ing, the batteries have reached the end of their service
life. Replace them with the recommended replace-
ments.

≥

Play time may be shorter than usual after recharging
batteries 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 to
normal.

∫ 

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 or makes 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 termi-
nals as this may cause short-circuiting which is dan-
gerous.

≥

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-circuit-
ing which can cause a fire. For safety, carry the
rechargeable batteries in the battery carrying case.

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

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 905-624-
5505, or web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre nearest
you.

Is the disc properly secured in place?

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≥

Is the unit in HOLD status?

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≥

Is the disc properly secured in place?

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Is the disc dirty or scratched?

≥

≥

Is there moisture condensation on the lens? 
(Wait for about an hour and then try again.)

Is the [MODE] (play mode) slider in the [NORMAL] 
position?

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Is the headphone plug inserted all the way?

≥

≥

Is the plug dirty?(Wipe away dirt on plug.)

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≥

Separate the unit from mobile phones.

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

≥

Do not wear the headphones with the VMSS unit to
the front.

≥

Do not allow children  or people who are  unwell or
not in full control of their faculties to wear these
headphones.

≥

If you feel nauseous while using the headphones,
discontinue use immediately.

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 vol-
ume 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 dis-
continue 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 harm-
ful 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 com-
fortably and clearly, and without distortion. 

Once you have established a comfortable sound
level: 

≥

Set the dial and leave it there. 

This unit is splash-proof and is not designed to be used
under water.
Please note the following points to avoid possible dam-
age to the unit and the included headphones.

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≥

≥

≥

≥

If the unit or the headphones get wet with water or
sweat, dry them with a soft cloth.

≥

Do not open the disc lid near water or sand. Before
opening or closing the disc lid, be sure to wipe off
water, dust or sand on the unit and operate with a dry
hand.

≥

Make sure there is no sand or dust around the disc lid.
The disc lid will not seal properly if there is, and water
may get into the unit, possibly causing a malfunction.

≥

Do not expose the unit or the headphones to salt
water. If the unit and headphones are immersed in salt
water, wash them with a little fresh water then dry with
soft cloth. Never wash them under running water.

≥

Do not place the unit and the headphones for a long
period of time in high temperature and high humidity
areas such as bathrooms or damp basements, etc.

≥

The dual locks may freeze in low temperatures. Allow
the unit to return to the operational temperature range
(0 

e

C–40 

e

C, 32 

e

F–104 

e

F) before opening the dual

locks.

∫ 

As a safety precaution, the portable CD players made
by Panasonic are constructed so it is impossible to
recharge ordinary batteries.
Only batteries especially designed for this unit can be
recharged.
Special rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries:

For details, check with your dealer.

Special rechargeable
batteries

Ordinary dry cell batteries/
rechargeable batteries

2 alkaline batteries

Optional
rechargeable
batteries
(P-3GAVA/2B)

About 20 h/25 h

About 10 h/12 h

Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the
headphones/earphones. Continued use may cause
rashes or other allergic reactions.