Compact Disc Player
Operating Instructions
Model No. SL-PG4
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufac-
turer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normal-
ly, or has been dropped.
the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat reg-
isters, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that pro-
duce heat.
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center
at 1-800-211-7262, or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care
or an authorized Servicentre nearest you.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particu-
larly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
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 commu-
nications. 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 re-
ceiver.
¡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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Connections
Turn off all components before making any connections.
Stereo connection cable
White (L)
Red (R)
Amplifier or receiver (not included)
You can also connect the AC power supply cord to the AC outlet on a
receiver or amplifier.
CD
L
Connection to a digital amplifier
R
Remove the dust cap before use. If the terminal is not going to be
used, reattach the dust cap to prevent exposure to dust.
L
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Control reference guide
To household
AC outlet
This unit
No.
Name
Reference page(s)
Standby/on switch ( H/ I POWER ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In
standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.
Standby indicator ( H ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
When the unit is connected to the AC power supply, this indicator
lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.
Repeat button ( REPEAT ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Random play button ( RANDOM ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Program button ( PROGRAM ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Disc tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Numbered buttons ( 1–9, 0, ≥10 ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Dust cap
Digital amplifier, etc. (not included)
LINE OUT DIGITAL
OPTICAL
OUT
DIGITAL
INPUT INPUT
L
OPTICAL
R
Disc tray open/close button (
Skip/search buttons (
OPEN/CLOSE ) . . . 6
) . . . . . . . . 6
Optical-fiber cable (not included)
,
Play button (
Pause button (
Stop button (
) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Clear button ( CLEAR ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Remote control signal sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Program recall button ( RECALL ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Time display mode button ( TIME MODE ) . . . . . . . 11
Peak search button ( PEAK SEARCH ) . . . . . . . . . . . 9
COMPACT DISC PLAYER
POWER
1
2
3
REPEAT
RANDOM PROGRAM
multi-stage noise shaping
OPEN/CLOSE
4
5
8
0
6
9
/
PEAK SEARCH TIME MODE RECALL
7
CLEAR
≥10
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The remote control
Button guide
With the exception of buttons
to , the buttons on the remote
control function the same as the buttons on the main unit.
No.
Name
Reference page(s)
LEVEL
Level control ( – LEVEL + ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Auto cue button ( AUTO CUE ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
CD edit record buttons
1
2
5
3
6
9
4
7
≥10
• Tape length button ( TAPE LENGTH ) . . . . . . . . .
9
9
• Tape side select button ( SIDE A/B ) . . . . . . . . . .
8
0
• Time fade button ( TIME FADE ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
A-B repeat button ( A-B REPEAT ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7
TIME
MODE
PROGRAM
CLEAR
RECALL
AUTO
CUE
A-B REPEAT REPEAT RANDOM
Batteries
TAPE LENGTH SIDE A/B TIME FADE PEAK SEARCH
Insert so the poles (- and +) match those in the remote control.
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Do not;
•mix old and new batteries.
•use different types at the same time.
•heat or expose to flame.
SEARCH
SKIP
OPEN/CLOSE
•take apart.
•short circuit.
•attempt to recharge manganese batteries.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any
part of your body.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period
of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even when
held close to the front panel.
Use
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 meters
directly in front of the unit.
•Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.
•Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.
(R6,AA,UM-3)
Do not;
•put heavy items on the remote control.
•take the remote control apart.
•spill liquids onto remote control.
Remote control signal sensor
COMPACT DISC PLAYER
POWER
1
4
2
5
8
0
3
6
REPEAT
RANDOM PROGRAM
multi-stagnoise shaping
OPEN/CLOSE
/
PEAK SEARCH TIME MODE RECALL
7
9
CLEAR
≥10
30˚
30˚
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Normal play
1
2 3
1 Press [ H/ I POWER] to turn the unit on.
•“no diSC” indicates you haven’t inserted a CD.
POWER
•Play starts automatically if a CD is loaded.
2 Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the
tray.
Insert a CD label up on the tray.
Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray.
(If you press [
] instead, the tray closes and play starts.)
3 Press [ ] to start play.
Play stops after all tracks have been played.
POWER
To stop play
Press [ ].
To pause play
Press [
]. Press [ ] to resume play.
To skip tracks
Press [
] (backward) or [
] (forward).
Press [
] twice to skip to the beginning of the previous track.
OPEN/CLOSE
To search through tracks
During play
Press and hold [
] (backward) or [
] (forward).
Label up
For your reference
“
” is displayed if there are 17 or more tracks on the disc.
Total playing time
•You cannot skip to tracks already played in random play ( page 7).
•Skipping is done in the selected order in program play ( page 8).
•You can search only within a track in random and program play.
Total number of tracks
CD selection and care
Choose discs with this mark: (
)
Playing 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.
Track currently playing Index number
Elapsed time
Do not:
•use irregularly shaped CDs ( ).
•attach extra labels and stickers.
•use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with adhesive
exuding from under labels and stickers ( ).
•attach scratch-proof covers or any other kind of accessory.
•write anything on the CD.
•clean CDs with liquids. (Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.)
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RANDOM
1
9
0
≥10
Other play modes
Direct access play:
Starts normal play from a selected track
POWER
Press the numbered buttons.
For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [≥10] and the two digits.
For example, to select track 12, press [≥10] then [1] and [2].
REPEAT
Random play:
Plays all tracks or programmed tracks once each in random order
Press [RANDOM].
1
9
0
≥10
Random play is canceled when play stops.
To cancel
Press [RANDOM]. “RANDOM” goes out.
Repeat:
Repeats all tracks or programmed tracks
RANDOM
Press [REPEAT] before or during play.
To cancel
Press [REPEAT]. “
” goes out.
To repeat only one track or specific tracks
1. Start program play ( page 8).
2. Press [REPEAT].
REPEAT
A-B repeat:
Repeats a section between two specified points
Remote control only
LEVEL
1
During play
1
2
5
3
6
9
Press [A-B REPEAT] at the start point.
4
7
≥10
8
0
TIME
MODE
PROGRAM
CLEAR
RECALL
2 Press [A-B REPEAT] at the end point.
AUTO
CUE
A-B REPEAT REPEAT RANDOM
The segment between the two points plays repeatedly.
1,2
TAPE LENGTH SIDE A/B TIME FADE PEAK SEARCH
SEARCH
SKIP
OPEN/CLOSE
To cancel
Press [A-B REPEAT].
A-B repeat does not work during random and program play.
For your reference
You can return to point A at any time by pressing [
have to specify a point B.
]. You do not
You can search ( page 6) beyond A and B without canceling A-B
repeat.
A-B REPEAT
A-B REPEAT
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RANDOM
Other play modes
1
2
3
Program play:
Select up to 20 tracks to play in the order you choose
POWER
1 Press [PROGRAM].
The track playing is programmed as the first track if you press
the button during play.
REPEAT RECALL
CLEAR
2 Press the numbered buttons to enter
the track number.
For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [≥10] and the two dig-
its.
Press [CLEAR] if you enter a number in error (while stopped).
Repeat this step to program the tracks in the required order.
PROGRAM
3 Press [ ].
All the tracks are played in the selected order.
To cancel program mode
Press [PROGRAM].
“
” is displayed
You have programmed 20 tracks and cannot program any more.
“
” is displayed
1
9
0
≥10
Total playing time of the program exceeds 99 minutes and 59 sec-
onds. You can still program and play tracks.
Total playing time of program
To check the contents of the program
Press [RECALL].
The track numbers and their programmed positions are displayed each
time you press the button.
To program additional tracks
Press the numbered buttons.
Last track number
programmed
Program position
To clear tracks from the program
From the last track Press [CLEAR] while stopped.
A particular track
Press [RECALL] to display the track, then
press [CLEAR].
All tracks
Press [
] while stopped.
Program play is also canceled.
For your reference
•The program remains in the memory after play finishes. Press [
to play the same program again.
]
•To play the program repeatedly
Press [REPEAT] after starting program play.
•To play the program randomly
Press [RANDOM] after programming the tracks.
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CD edit recording
LEVEL
You can specify the length of the tape and the unit divides the tracks
on the CD between the two sides so they aren’t cut off.
1
2
5
3
6
9
1
9
0
A four-second interval is added between tracks so that tape program
sensor functions that find the beginnings of tracks will work correctly.
There is also a peak search feature that makes it easier to adjust the
recording level on the cassette deck.
4
7
≥10
8
0
TIME
MODE
PROGRAM
CLEAR
RECALL
AUTO
CUE
A-B REPEAT REPEAT RANDOM
TAPE LENGTH SIDE A/B TIME FADE PEAK SEARCH
Preparation: Prepare the cassette deck and tape.
Refer to the cassette deck’s operating instructions.
If it is a double-sided deck, set the reverse mode to single-sided re-
cording and the play direction to “ ”.
1
SEARCH
SKIP
OPEN/CLOSE
SIDE A/B
1
Remote control only
Press [TAPE LENGTH] to specify the
tape length.
The tape length changes each time you press the button.
→ C-46 → C-60 → C-90 → C---
2-3.
3
2-1.
The unit programs the tracks to go on sides A and B.
•To select an irregular tape length, select “ C--- ”, then press
the numbered buttons to enter the total length of the tape (1
to 99 minutes). For example, for a five-minute tape, press [0]-
[5]. Press [TAPE LENGTH] to select “ C--- ” again if you
enter the wrong time.
POWER
•To add tracks to the extra space, see below.
•To show the information for side B, press [SIDE A/B].
2 Adjust the recording level.
1. Press [PEAK SEARCH].
TAPE LENGTH
The search takes about one and a half minutes for a 60-
minute CD. The unit repeatedly reproduces a 6-second seg-
ment around the peak.
2. Adjust the recording level.
Refer to the cassette deck’s operating instructions.
3. Press [ ] to stop the CD.
Time remaining on side A
Number of tracks on side A
Last track on side A
3 Press [ ] at the same time you begin
recording.
Track numbers on side A
Track numbers on side B
•When the tracks allotted to side A finish playing
Play pauses at the beginning of the first track for side B. Allow the
cassette deck to record to the end of side A.
•To continue recording on side B
PEAK SEARCH
1. Eject the tape and wind on the leader.
2. For a double-sided deck
Reinsert the tape and set the play direction to “ ”.
For a single-sided deck
Turn the tape over and reinsert it.
3. Press [ ] at the same time you begin recording.
1.
3.
To cancel CD edit mode
Press [ ].
For your reference
•You cannot edit more than 20 tracks.
To record in these cases, start normal play and recording at the
same time.
•You can record specific tracks by programming them first ( page
8, steps 1 and 2).
•Discs have multiple peaks so a different peak may be found each
time you perform a search.
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CD edit recording
LEVEL
To add tracks to the extra space
1
2
5
3
6
9
4
7
≥10
Remote control only
Before starting recording
2 2
8
0
TIME
MODE
PROGRAM
CLEAR
RECALL
AUTO
CUE
A-B REPEAT REPEAT RANDOM
1
TIME FADE
1 Press [SIDE A/B] to select the side.
TAPE LENGTH SIDE A/B TIME FADE PEAK SEARCH
1
SEARCH
SKIP
OPEN/CLOSE
2 Press the numbered buttons to specify
the track number.
3
A minus sign appears if the track is longer than the remaining time.
To fade out at the end of the tape when the minus sign is
displayed
Press [TIME FADE].
SIDE A/B
Other functions
Auto cue
Remote control only
1
9
0
≥10
The unit pauses at the beginning of each track. Use this feature when
you want to play or record immediately.
Minus sign
1 Press [AUTO CUE].
2 Press the numbered buttons to select
the track number.
Play pauses.
Instead of selecting a track, you can program tracks (
8, steps 1 and 2), or start random play ( page 7).
page
AUTO
CUE
3 Press [ ].
Sound is heard immediately.
Play pauses again at the beginning of the next track.
To cancel
Press [AUTO CUE] during play.
1
9
0
≥10
Auto cue may not work correctly if tracks begin softly or have a lot of
noise.
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PROGRAM
CLEAR
RECALL
Other functions
LEVEL
LEVEL
Output level control
1
2
5
3
6
9
2
4
7
≥10
Remote control only
This lowers the output level to temporarily reduce the volume.
8
0
TIME
CLEAR
TIME
MODE
MODE
AUTO
CUE
A-B REPEAT REPEAT RANDOM
TAPE LENGTH SIDE A/B TIME FADE PEAK SEARCH
Press [– LEVEL].
1
3
The output level reduces by 2 dB each time you press the button,
down to a maximum of –12 dB.
SEARCH
SKIP
OPEN/CLOSE
0 dB → – 2 dB → – 4 dB …→ –12 dB
To raise the level again
Press [LEVEL+].
The level returns to normal (0 dB) when you turn the unit off.
LEVEL
For your reference
During CD edit recording ( pages 9 and 10), in order to maintain a
constant recording level, the output level cannot be adjusted.
Output level decreased by 2 dB
Time fade
Remote control only
Volume fades out and play pauses after a selected time between 5
seconds and 99 minutes 59 seconds.
TIME FADE
1
While stopped or paused
Press [TIME FADE].
1
9
0
2 Press the numbered buttons to enter
the time.
For example, to fade out after 25 minutes and 30 seconds,
press [2], [5], [3], [0].
Press [CLEAR] and start again if you enter the wrong time.
3 Press [ ].
“T.FADE” starts flashing five seconds before the set time, the
volume fades out, and play pauses. Time fade is also canceled.
To stop play and cancel time fade
Press [ ].
TIME MODE
To check the time remaining until fade out
Press [TIME MODE] three times during play.
POWER
Time fade may not work if the disc is scratched or dirty.
Time display
While paused or playing
Press [TIME MODE].
The display changes in the order shown each time you press the button.
Elapsed time of track being played (normal display)
Time remaining on disc
Time remaining on track being played
Elapsed time of entire disc
The normal display is shown after you stop and start play again.
•During program play,
and shows the elapsed time of the program.
•During random play, times are not shown for
shows the time remaining in the program
and
.
•During edit recording ( page 9),
the side recording.
shows the remaining time on
•During time fade, the time until fade out is shown between
and
.
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Troubleshooting guide
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 web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
Servicentre nearest you.
Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers
.
The tray won’t close.
Ensure the disc is inserted correctly.
The display is wrong or play won't start.
Ensure the disc is inserted correctly.
Wipe the disc.
Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or nonstandard.
There may be condensation inside the player. Wait for an hour and try again.
Some parts are not played correctly.
Wipe the disc.
The remote control doesn’t work.
Check the batteries are inserted correctly.
Replace the batteries if they are flat.
Specifications
•Audio
•Pickup
No. of channels
Frequency response
Output voltage
Dynamic range
S/N
2 (left and right, stereo)
Wavelength
780 nm
2–20,000 Hz, 1 dB
2 V (at 0 dB)
•General
Power supply
Power consumption
94 dB
100 dB
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
10 W
Harmonic distortion
Total harmonic distortion
Wow and flutter
DA converter
0.004% (1 kHz, 0 dB)
0.005% (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Below measurable limit
MASH (1 bit)
Dimensions (W
X
H
X
D)
430
X
92
X
290 mm
(
1615
/
16 "
X
35
/
8"
X
1113/32")
Mass
3.2 kg(6.8 lb.)
Output impedance
Load impedance
1 kΩ
More than 10 kΩ
Power consumption in standby mode:
2.6 W
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
Product service
Maintenance
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair the unit yourself.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
•Never use alcohol, paint thinner, or benzine to clean this unit.
•Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that
came with the cloth carefully.
Product information
For product service, product information or assistance with prod-
uct operation, refer to the servicenter directory.
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. (“PSC”)
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985
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2001 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Germany
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