Panasonic SL-S361C Car/Portable CD Player with Backlit LCD Display

by Panasonic

Product Details

Product Manual [729kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 5.1 x 1.1 x 5.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00000J3I8
• Item model number: SLS361C
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required.
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

The Panasonic SL-S361C is a versatile, value-packed choice for consumers who are seeking a moderate-priced player that functions as both a portable CD unit and an in-car CD player. While the sound quality is crisp and clear, this player also has several impressive features that could easily go unnoticed at first glance.

One such feature is the automatic backlighting on the LED screen when you connect the unit to an external power source. When you are running the SL-S361C on batteries, this feature is disabled to extend battery life.

The Panasonic SL-S361C also uses anti-skip technology, which pre-scans your music 40 seconds before you hear it to ensure smooth playback. Panasonic gives you the option of turning the anti-skip feature on or off, which is useful since the technology uses slightly more battery power. These battery-saving features are a plus, but the Panasonic SL-S361C can operate up to a lengthy 25 hours on 2 AA alkaline batteries.

Besides the extras, Panasonic's SL-S361C includes all the essential CD features, including repeat track, CD pause, 24-track programmability, and random play. For deeper bass performance, there is an optional Super Extra Bass System (XBS). The Panasonic SL-S361C also comes with stereo headphones, an AC adapter, a car cassette adapter, and a DC (cigarette lighter) cord.

Pros:

• Great sound, compact design
• 40 seconds of anti-shock memory for skip-free playback
• Car cassette adapter included

Cons:

• None

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

105 of 108 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars this review is for Panasonic SL-S200 - bad durability, November 23, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Panasonic SL-S361C Car/Portable CD Player with Backlit LCD Display (Electronics)

I bought the SL-S200 in august, and it has intermittently skipped since new, a friend who has the SL-S361C had the same problem, and someone else who has the SL-S361C reviewed it and said that his was constantly skipping after 1 week

58 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Quality problems, October 25, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Panasonic SL-S361C Car/Portable CD Player with Backlit LCD Display (Electronics)

I purchased this model and had to return it immediately. It would play for awhile for random amounts of time and then power down, especially when operated on the car adapter. It wouldn't always power up immediately afterward.

Sound quality when operating was OK.

Controls are a bit awkward/confusing and LCD display is hard to read under most outdoor lighting conditions.

I definitely recommend AGAINST this model based on my experience with it. I own several other Panasonic consumer products and have been very satisfied with them, so was very disappointed with the SL-S361C.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars SL-S361C has worked well in the car for me, December 22, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Panasonic SL-S361C Car/Portable CD Player with Backlit LCD Display (Electronics)

I purchased this product about a month ago and have used it exclusivley in my car for my 45 min. commute to/from work. It has worked very well for me so far - good sound quality, no skipping with the AntiShock feature on, and no problems with the cassette adapter ( I drive a 98 Volvo ). I like the "Resume" feature that keeps track of what song the CD is on when you turn it off, so when you turn it back on ( i.e. for the ride home ) it continues where it left off.