Panasonic RX-D500 Portable Stereo CD System Instruction Manual

Panasonic RX-D500 Portable Stereo CD System

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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

[For_Continental_Europe]

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

Manufactured by:
Panasonic Corporation
Kadoma, Osaka, Japan

Authorized Representative in Europe:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Panasonic Testing Centre
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Panasonic Corporation

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.

☐  [For_the_United_Kingdom_and_Ireland]
1 AC mains lead
(K2CT2YY00146)

☐ [For_Continental_Europe]
1 AC mains lead
(K2CQ2YY00164)

• Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.
• Product numbers provided in these operating instructions are correct as of January 2021. These may be subject to change.

Safety precautions

WARNING

Unit

• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
  – Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
  – Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.
  – Use the recommended accessories.
  – Do not remove covers.
  – Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
  – Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
  – Do not place heavy items on this unit.

AC mains lead

• ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
  – Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.
  – Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.
  – Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
  – Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
  – Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the plug.
  – Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
• The mains plug is the disconnecting device.
  Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

CAUTION

Unit

• This unit 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 place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit.
• This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone.
• This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.
• Be careful when adjusting the antenna or in handling the unit, always keep the antenna away from your face to avoid an injury.

Placement

• Place this unit on an even surface.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
  – Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
  – Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
  – Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.

Avoid the use in the following conditions

• High or low extreme temperatures during use, storage or transportation.
• Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type.
• Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.
• Extremely high temperature and/or extremely low air pressure that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

Battery

• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
•  Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may cause a fire.
  – Remove all batteries from the unit when not in use for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
  – Do not heat or expose to flame.
  – Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
  – Do not take apart or short circuit.
  – Do not recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
  – Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not use different types of batteries at the same time.
• When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Caution for AC Mains Lead

(For the AC mains plug of three pins)
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

Before use
Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
   
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover
   

Power sources

Using the household mains socket

Connect the AC mains lead firmly to the unit and the household mains socket.

• Do not use any other AC mains lead except the supplied one.
  

Using the batteries (not supplied)

Use alkaline or manganese batteries.

Install the batteries so that the poles (r and s) align with those in the unit.

• When using batteries as the power source:
  – the volume is comparatively lower.
  

Battery indicator

When the batteries are weak, “” light up on the display.

• When “” flashes, replace all the batteries with new ones.
• While the unit is on, do not switch the power source from AC to battery power, or vice versa. Press [/ ] to switch the unit to standby mode before switching power sources.

Battery removal
Do not pull the battery out from the end placed against the spring. Remove the battery by lifting its positive end (+).

 

Basic play

Disc support: CD audio in CD-DA format or a CD that contains MP3 files

1. Press [CD] to select “CD”.
2. Press to start playback.

Listening to FM radio

Preparation

• Press [FM] to select “FM”.

Manual tuning

1. Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “TUNE MODE”.
2. Press or to select “MANUAL” and then press .
3. Press or [ to tune in to the station.
   To tune automatically, press and hold the button until the frequency starts changing quickly.

Troubleshooting

Before requesting service, refer to troubleshooting in “Operating Instructions (PDF format)”. If the problem remains unresolved, consult your dealer for instructions.

Specifications

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

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More detailed information is contained in “Operating Instructions (PDF format)”.

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our RE products from our DoC server: http://www.ptc.panasonic.eu
Contact to Authorized Representative:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany