Panasonic RRUS065 User Manual

Operating Instructions

HOLD

FOLDER/ MENU

IC Recorder

Model No.

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

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RR-US065

RQT8524-B

H0206WM0

Before use

Hint

Release hold

before use

* There is no power button. * After use, switching to hold

is recommended to save the batteries and prevent accidental operations. (The display will turn off.)

* Press [g STOP] to stop the operation midway/

cancel the setting.

* The unit returns to standby if there is no

operation during each setting after 10 seconds have elapsed.

HOLD

Hint

Recorded

contents are

FOR

MEETING

stored in

folders

File

FOR

DICTATION

* A maximum of 99 files can be stored

in each folder.

Folder

Hint

Important business

Urgent business

MEETING

RECORDING

* By combining settings, you

can record the sound that best suits your needs.

Meeting recording

Dictation recording

DICTATION

RECORDING

* Because the settings are

automatically set, you can record easily to take notes.

Combining stereo/monaural, microphone directional and microphone sensitivity

Microphone

Recording settings

Stereo

Monaural

Microphone directional [OFF]

(multiple sound sources)

Monaural

Microphone directional [ON]

(one-way sound source)

Recording mode and approximate total recording time of all folders

High quality sound

High

( )

quality

Fine

( )

quality

Standard

( )

play

sensitivity

Large-scale meeting etc.

A normal meeting etc.

A lesson, lecture etc.

10 hours 10 minutes 19 hours 30 minutes

19 hours 30 minutes 39 hours

33 hours 20 minutes 66 hours 50 minutes

LO (Close)HI (Distance)

A language lesson etc.

A symposium etc.

An interview during a meeting etc.

Stereo Monaural

Long recording time

Menu display

Stereo/monaural

ɦ 1

setting

While

()

stopped

Use [ ] to change the menu and [

q/ g

Press

and hold

More than

()

1 second

Microphone

sensitivity

the time

ɦ 1 Not displayed during dictation recording. ɦ 2 Displayed only when there is a recorded file. ɦ 3 Displayed only when the time is set.

Setting

ɦ 1

File lock

Timer

play

ɦ 2 ɦ 3

ɦ 2

Preventing

unnecessary

recording

q/ g

Timer

recording

] to enter

ɦ 3

Continuous

play

Operation

beep

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of February 2006. These may be subject to change.)

1 Stereo earphones............................................................................ (L0BAB0000172)

2 CD-ROM (Voice Editing Ver.1.0 Premium Edition)

1 USB cable ...................................................................................... (K2KZ4CB00010)

1 Dictation cord .................................................................................(K2KC2CA00003)

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Preparation

LR03, AAA battery (not included)

* If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable batteries manufactured by Panasonic are

recommended. (Rechargeable batteries may not last as long as regular batteries.)

The battery indicator (displayed during operation)

Full Empty

* Replace the batteries within 30 seconds to preserve the settings. The clock however will stop until

the batteries have been inserted. Recordings remain intact.

Preparation

* When the year is flashing (e.g. on the display), begin from step ⊄ below.

While setting the time, the clock will return to standby if there is no operation after 10 seconds

have elapsed. If this happens set again from the start.

Flashes until the time is set.

1 2

Enter the menu mode

Select “ ”

Set the time

* The clock has

a monthly accuracy of

+/– 60 seconds

at room temperature.

Inserting batteries

Replace the batteries

Setting the time

Stereo/monaural setting

Press and hold

Use [ ] to select

g Year

Use [ ] to select

g Month

Use [

g Day

Use [ ] to select

g Time display (12/24H)

Use [ ] to select

g Time

Use [ ] to select

] to select

* A menu is displayed.

(⏺ refer to “Menu

display” on page 4)

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

Recording

Select meeting or dictation

recording

Meeting recording

Dictation recording

Playing/Erasing

Select the folder

g A-D folder

Playing

g Dictation folder

Erasing

Organizing

Play the file

Move

]

File lock

Select the folder

g A-D folder

g Dictation folder

Select the folder

Each time you press

Folder

(When dictation recording, the following settings are automatically set.)

Dictation folder HQ mode Dictation recording modeMonaural recording

Dictation folder

Play

Each time you press

The dictation

()

folder is selected

Erase

Select the recording

mode

Each time you press

Recording mode

( ⏺ refer to “Recording mode and approximate total recording time of all folders” on page 3)

Select file or folder

Use [ ] to select

File number

After selecting, information at the time of recording is displayed.

Press and hold

You cannot restore files you erase.

Select stereo or

monaural

„

[

]

q/ g

‟

[ ]

†

Stereo Monaural

[

q/ g

]

‡

(ENTER)

Use [ ] to select

g Selected file

g All files in a folder

g All folders

Enter the move mode

Press and hold

Destination folder

Number of files in destination folder

Select the file

21 3 4

Use [ ] to select

Press and hold

Select the microphone

sensitivity

„

[ ]

‟

[

†

q/ g

[ ]

‡

Recording

( )

from a distance

[

•

q/ g

Press and hold

(ENTER)

]

Recording

( )

up-close

(ENTER)

]

Select the destination folder

Use [ ] to select

You cannot move a file from A-D folder to dictation folder, however you can move it from dictation folder to A-D folder.

Enter the menu mode

Press and hold

g To unlock

Recording

g To record a one-way

sound source more clearly

(microphone directional)

[REC/PAUSE]

(START REC)

Stereo Monaural

* Press to pause

recording.

Press again to

restart the same file.

Play/Erase

[

]

q/ g

(PLAY)

(ERASE)

Select “ ”

Use [ ] to select

Do the above steps and select the file to unlock in step 2.

g To adjust the

Increase 20

[g STOP]

(STOP REC)

* Recording

information is displayed.

(Recording date)

(Recording start time)

(Recording time)

(Total number of files)

volume

Decrease 0

* Is effective with dictation

recording or monaural sound.

g To listen to the

recorded audio

Use the included stereo earphones. ( ⏺ refer to “Other play methods” on page 4)

g Basic operations during

play

Play/Stop

* While stopped, press again

to begin play from where last stopped.

Backward

* Press to return to the

beginning of the file. (Press twice to return to the previous file)

* Press and hold to search.

[

]

q/ g

(ENTER)

Stop

Forward

* Press to

go to the beginning of the next file.

* Press and

hold to search.

Move

[

]

q/ g

(ENTER)

Lock

[

]

q/ g

(LOCK)

Other recording methods

Recording automatically pauses when there is no sound.

Preventing unnecessary recording

VAS: voice

activated

( )

system

g Checking the remaining available

recording time

During

( )

recording

* Press again to return to the elapsed

recording time display.

Available recording time also appears when the remaining time becomes very short.

1 Enter the

menu mode

Press and hold

g To turn the function off

Turn the function off when recording impor tant files. The first three seconds (approximately) are always recorded.

Available recording time

2 Select “ ”

[ ][]

g Recording through an external

[

]

q/ g

(ENTER)

Select “

microphone (not included)

Plug type: ø 3.5 mm stereo mini plug (

The built-in microphone

switches off.

Use a plug in power compatible microphone stereo.

” in step 3.

)

3 Select “ ”

MIC

()

Other play methods

Plays the

1 Enter the

menu mode

files in the folder continuously

(Continuous play)

the file

Press and hold

To play a file repeatedly

(File repeat play)

To play one

g To turn the function off

Press [

q/g

disappears on the display.

1 Play the

file

2 Set the start

segment of a file repeatedly

(A-B repeat play)

Listening with the earphones

g Changing the playback speed

During

()

playing

[

q/ g

Press

and hold

* To return to normal playback speed

Move [SPEED CONTROL] to [OFF].

Select the speed

[ ]

]

(×0.5/×0.75/×1.0/×1.5/×2.0)

Slow Fast

2 Select “

[ ]

g To turn the function off Select “ ” in step 3.

2 Set repeat

]

q/ g

] once to stop. Then press and hold [

Press and hold

” 3 Select “ ”

]

[ ]

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

3 Play1 Select

[

(PLAY)

q/g

3 Set the end

point (A)

Press Press Press

Plug type: ø 3.5 mm stereo mini plug

* There will be no sound output from the speaker.

Cutting excessive noise

(Playback equalizer)

During

( )

playing

On Off

To check the current mode

point (B)

Press and hold

Press [REC MODE] briefly.

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

PLUG IN POWER

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

][

q/ g

] until “ ”

g To turn the

function off

* “ ”

disappears on the display.

Long cord to the right

Stereo earphones (included)

Checking the remaining play time

During

( )

playing

Remaining play time

* Press again to return

to the elapsed play time display.

]

Using the timer

Connecting to other equipment

Using the unit with a computer

(Save and edit sound ﬁ les you have recorded with the unit.)

Preparation: Select the folder and recording mode (⏺refer to “Recording” on pages 2, 3)

Enter the

Select “ , ”

3 Set the time

menu mode

[

]

Use [ ] to

Timer recording

Press

and hold

[ ]

q/ g

(ENTER)

„ġ

select “ ”

Use [ ] to

‟ġ

select the start time

[

†ġ

Use

select the end time

]

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

]

Preparation: Select the file ( ⏺ refer to “Playing” on pages 2, 3)

Timer play

Enter the menu mode

Select “ , ”

[ ]

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

3 Set the time

Use [ ] to

„ġ

]

select “ ”

Use [ ] to

‟ġ

select the start time

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

]

Press

and hold

g To cancel the timer Select “ ” in step 3-„. g To confirm the set time From the menu (

select “

⏺

refer to “Menu display” on page

, ” or “ , ” and press [

4), ].

Even when “ ” or “ , ” are displayed during timer play, the continuous play and file repeat play functions cannot be used.

Various functions

Cancelling the operation beep

Preventing accidental button presses

(HOLD)

1 Enter the

menu mode

Press

and hold

g To turn operation beep on Select “ ” in step 3.

In order to prevent accidental operations while recording or while stopped, button operations are ignored.

Move up

g To release

Move down

After use, switching to hold is recommended to save the batteries. (The display will turn off.)

2 Select “ ” 3 Select “ ”

[ ][]

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

]

* “ ” is displayed

if a button is pressed while hold is on.

[

q/ g

(ENTER)

]

Recording

Recording to a cassette tape recorder

OPEN

Stereo MIC

Audio cable (not included)

Stereo mini plug Stereo mini plug

Audio cable (not included)

etc.

Monaural MIC

Select the track to dub and play

Recording from a cassette tape recorder etc.

OPEN

Headphone jack

Audio cable (not included)

Stereo mini plug Stereo mini plug

Audio cable (not included)

Monaural mini plug Stereo mini plug

* Read the operating instructions of the connected equipment. * The recorded sound quality may differ from the original recording. * Adjust the recording volume on the source to the desired level.

Part names

Display

Main unit

Select the file to

dub and play

[

]

q/ g

Stereo mini plugMonaural mini plug

Recording

[REC/PAUSE]

MIC

PLUG IN

()

POWER

g Installing Voice Editing

1 Start Windows. 2 Insert the included CD-ROM #1 into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.

The program installer starts automatically.

When the installer does not automatically start

ӱ!From the “Start” menu click “Run”. Ӳ!Type “ ɦ :\Launcher\VEdV1Launcher.exe” and click “OK”.

ġɦ is the CD-ROM drive ID.

3 Click “Voice Editing Ver.1.0”.

Installation starts. Follow on-screen instructions for any subsequent operations.

The voice recognition engine and text to speech/Translation engine should start installing while Voice Editing is

being installed. (Alternatively, you can install them afterwards.)

Change the CD-ROM #1 for #2 according to the message that will appear in the middle of installation. Installation continues automatically.

Change the CD-ROM #2 for #1 according to the message that will appear when installation of #2 is complete.

4 Click “Finish” from the InstallShield Wizard Complete screen.

Selecting “Yes, I want to restart my computer now” automatically re-starts the computer and completes installation.

g Connecting this unit to a computer with the USB cable

This unit cannot be operated.

USB cable (included)

Connect one IC Recorder only while using Voice Editing. This software does not support simultaneous use of multiple IC Recorders.

When connected to a computer, “ ” appears. When transferring data, “ ” flashes.

Do not disconnect the USB cable while this is flashing.

Caution: Use only the included USB cable with a ferrite core when connecting to computer.

g Starting Voice Editing

Double-click the “Voice Editing” icon on the desktop.

After double clicking, follow the on-screen instructions.

Using the operating instructions (PDF file)

In the Windows “Start” menu, click “All programs” “Voice Editing” “Voice Editing Operating Instructions” or in the “Help (H)” menu in the Voice Editing main screen, click “Operating Instructions (H)”.

Note

If DirectX 8.1 or later is not installed on your computer, follow the instructions that appear on-screen.

Adobe Acrobat Reader is necessary to view the operating instructions (PDF file). on your computer, it is automatically installed at the same time as Voice Editing. Acrobat Reader restart message may appear. Ignore this and continue installing Voice Editing.

Uninstall the following before installing Voice Editing Ver.1.0 (included). You cannot install two versions of Voice software on the same computer.

-Voice Editing Ver.1.0 Professional Edition -Voice Editing Ver.1.0 Standard Edition

- Voice Editor 3 - Voice Editor 2

- Previous versions of Voice Editing software (for Panasonic IC Recorder RR-US360/RR-US361)

- SD Voice Editor Ver.1.x - Other editions of Voice Editing Ver.1.0

Sound files made with previous versions will remain intact, but you should back them up to be sure.

If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed

Depending on the computer, an Adobe

You will need an IBM PC/AT computer with the following attributes or equivalent, and the following software and hardware in order to use this application. OS : Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional ɦ Only available when the user is logged in as the system administrator. Cannot be used by multiple users. (Windows®

2000 / Windows

This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows® 3.1, Windows® 95, Windows® 98 (except for Windows® 98 SE) and Windows NT®.

Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS.

This software is not Macintosh compatible.

Hardware :

CPU : Windows® 98 SE / Windows® Me : Intel® Pentium® II 333 MHz or higher Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP : Intel® Pentium® III 500 MHz or higher RAM : Windows® 98 SE / Windows® Me : 128 MB or more Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP : 256 MB or more Free hard disk space : 100 MB or more

Drive : CD-ROM drive (for installation) CD-R/RW drive (required to use the CD-R writing function in Windows® XP) Sound : Windows compatible sound device Display : High Color (16 bit) or more. Desktop resolution of 800 ȿ 600 pixels or more. (1024 ȿ 768 pixels or more recommended) Interface : USB port (Operation cannot be guaranteed if you use a USB hub or extension cable.) Other requirements : Mouse or equivalent pointing device

Note

The following hardware limitations should be noted.

This software is not compatible with a multi-CPU environment.

This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.

This software may not run properly on 64-bit computers.

Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers can not be used.

This software may not run properly on home-made computers.

The following limitations should be noted.

Voice recognition, text-to-speech, and translation engines are installed on the same drive as the operating system (usually the C drive).

The operating system must support the languages of the voice recognition, text-to-speech, and translation engines.

Before voice recognition, the speaker’s voice must be registered in a training process. Sound ﬁ les of speakers whose

voices have not been registered in training cannot be converted to text correctly.

Necessary software : DirectX® 8.1 or later / Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

Microsoft Office 2000/XP/2003 (support for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required when using the Office Add-in)

Microsoft and its logo as well as Windows, Windows NT and DirectX are either registered trademarks or

trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S.

Intel, Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Nuance Communications, the Nuance Communications logo, and RealSpeak Solo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications Inc. or its afﬁ liates in the United States and/or other countries.

FineSpeech(TM).

Adobe and its logo, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

Other system names and product names appearing in this document are in general the registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective developer companies. Note that the “TM” mark and “

Recording and operating problems may occur on some computer systems. Please note that Panasonic and Panasonic dealers cannot be held liable for any lost audio data or other direct or indirect damage except in cases of intentional or gross negligence.

Translation (interpreter) results are merely one example of translation (interpreter), and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. We cannot be liable for the translation (interpreter) results in any way. Additionally, please refrain from publishing, selling, or distributing unedited translation (interpreter) results, which may violate copyright law.

XP only)

Additional free hard disk space may be necessary depending on the Windows® version and voice file being used.

Additional free space is required to install Acrobat® Reader®, DirectX® 9.0c, and voice recognition/ text-to-speech/translation engines (all included), as well as “Voice Editing Launcher” (Office Add-In and Internet Explorer Contextual Menu Add-In).

Additional free space is temporarily required for sound waveform display, voice recognition, text-to-speech conversion, translation, sound recording, CD-R recording (Windows® XP only), and “Voice Editing Launcher”.

Installing all Voice Editing functions and engines for all languages requires approximately 1.5 GB of free space.

System requirements

” mark do not appear in this document.

Care and Use

To reduce risk of radio interference caused by headphone-, earphone- or microphone cable, only use adequate accessories with cable length less than 3 m.

g Unit

Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not leave it in an automobile exposed to direct

sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

To avoid product damage, do not expose this product to rain, water or other liquids.

The unit’s speaker does not have magnetic shielding. Do not place the unit near televisions, personal

computers, magnetized cards (bank cards, commuter passes) or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.

g Batteries

Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if the covering has been peeled off.

Align the poles țȼ and țȽ correctly when inserting the batteries.

Do not mix different types of batteries or old and new batteries.

Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be used for a long time.

Do not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble or subject to excessive heat.

Do not recharge dry cell batteries.

Battery mishandling 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.

Keep out of reach of small children. Accidental swallowing of batteries can result in stomach and

intestinal damage.

g Allergies

Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the earphones or any other parts that directly contact your skin. Continued use may cause rashes or other allergic reactions.

g Precautions for listening with the Headphones or Earphones

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.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

Maintenance

If the surfaces are dirty, wipe this unit 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.

Troubleshooting Guide

Before requesting service, make the following 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, consult your dealer for instructions.

Symptom Checkpoints

No operation.

Operation is not possible when “hold” appears on the display.

“U01” appears on the display.

“2006” flashes.

“EE:EE” is displayed. Available recording time does not increase

correspondingly after erasing files. There is no sound from the earphone

or it is difficult to hear or noisy.

Recording stops.

“––––” appears instead of the recording date.

Playback speed is too fast or slow.

“FULL” appears.

No sound from the speaker.

Cannot erase a file or folder.

Cannot move a file.

A recording disappeared.

Cannot set timer recording/playback.

Timer recording/playback does not work.

Cannot set timer recording/playback at the same time.

Timer recording does not work.

Cannot use a battery that can be used on other equipment.

Cannot select a folder.

Sound is distorted.

Sound is distorted when listening to the recorded audio with the stereo earphones.

Voice Editing does not start or does not work correctly.

Cannot confirm sound on the computer because of poor microphone sensitivity despite using the included Dictation cord.

Cannot successfully convert audio to text with Voice Editing.

Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted.

You cannot operate when the unit is connected to a computer. ( ⏺ page 7)

The hold function is on. ( ⏺ page 5)

The battery has run down.

Set the time. ( ⏺ page 1)

This can occur after repeatedly recording and erasing files.

-Unlock all your files, then erase all folders to remedy this. ( ⏺ pages 2, 3)

Ensure the plug is inserted firmly.

Wipe the plug clean.

VA S ( ⏺ page 4) may have functioned.

Set the time. ( ⏺ page 1)

Set play speed to normal. ( ⏺ page 4)

There are 99 files in the folder.

There is no remaining recording time.

-Erase unneeded files.

There is no sound when you have connected earphones.

The file is locked. ( ⏺ pages 2, 3)

The folder is already empty.

You cannot move files to folders that already contain 99 files.

You cannot move files from A-D folder to Dictation folder. (⏺pages 2, 3)

Recordings can disappear if the unit receives a shock (e.g. it is

dropped), or the batteries come out during recording.

You can set the timers within 24 hours of the current time.

Set the time. ( ⏺ page 1)

The settings are cancelled if the batteries are removed and the clock settings clear.

When you set both, only the one you set last works.

You cannot set the timer if there is less than one minute of available recording time.

This unit determines the battery empty even if there is actually life left in it. This is to preserve the clock and other memory items.

Press [

FOLDER/ MENU] briefly. You will enter the menu mode if

you hold the button down for 1 or more second.

When sound other than voice is recorded, this may occur during playback.

Reduce the volume.

Separate the stereo earphones and the microphone you are using.

Make sure that “PC” is on this unit’s display, and that this unit is

recognized as a drive in Voice Editing. If it is not, disconnect the USB cable from this unit, then reconnect it.

The connection may not work if you connect via a USB hub or USB extension cable.

Adjust the volume on the IC Recorder. Depending on your computer, you may also be able to improve the sensitivity by reversing the

“Straight mini plug” and the “L-shaped mini plug” connections.

Text conversion will be inaccurate if you record in “MEETING” mode, especially if you also use stereo. Set the [MEETING, DICTATION] switch to “DICTATION”. Your recording will be monaural. (Refer to the Voice Editing operating instructions (PDF ﬁ le).)

Specifications

Power requirement: DC 3 V (2 AAA/LR03 size batteries) Power output: 350 mW (max.) Frequency response: 280 Hz to 5,200 Hz (HQ mode)

270 Hz to 3,400 Hz (FQ/SP mode)

S/N: 35 dB (Stereo/HQ mode) Jack: Output jack; Input jack; Mic, ø 3.5 mm; 0.56 mV plug in power Speaker: 20 mm 8 Ϯ Dimensions (Wȿ Hȿ D): Max dimensions; Cabinet dimensions; 29.8 mm ȿ 118.5 mm ȿ 14.2 mm Mass: with batteries; without batteries; 38 g Operational temperature range: 0 ɋC to 40 ɋC Battery life: [When used at 25 ɋC on a flat, stable surface]

Batteries Mode Stereo/Monaural Recording

Panasonic alkaline

batteries

The battery life may be less depending on the operating conditions.

Note:

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Mass and dimensions are approximate.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for fur ther details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Earphone, ø 3.5 mm; 0.5 mW + 0.5 mW 16 Ϯ

32.5 mm ȿ 118.8 mm ȿ 15.9 mm

61 g

Playback

FQ/SP

Stereo

Monaural

Stereo

Monaural

10 hours 30 minutes

12 hours 13 hours

13 hours 30 minutes

13 hours 30 minutes 16 hours 30 minutes

17 hours 22 hours

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.

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ONLY FOR AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND

Panasonic Warranty

1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or it's Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour if, in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period.

2. This warranty only applies to Panasonic products purchased in Australia and sold by Panasonic Australia or its Authorised Distributors or Dealers and only where the products are used and serviced within Australia or it's territories. Warranty cover o nly applies to service carried o ut by a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre and only if valid proof of purchase is presented when warranty service is requested.

3. T his warranty only applies if the product has been installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations (as noted in the operating instructions) under normal use and reasonable care (in the opinion of Panasonic). The warranty covers normal domestic use only and does not cover damage, malfunction or failure resulting from use of incorrect voltages, incorrect installation, accident, misuse, neglect, build-up of dirt or dust, abuse, maladjustment of customer controls, mains supply problems, thunderstorm activity, infestation by insects or vermin, tampering or repair by unauthorised persons (including unauthorised alterations), exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions or any foreign object or matter having entered the product.

4. This warranty does not cover the following items unless the fault or defect existed at the time of purchase:

(a) Video or Audio Tapes (d) Cabinet Parts (g) Microwave Oven cook plates. (b) Video or Audio Heads and Stylii resulting (e) User replaceable Batteries (h) Kneader mounting shaft unit

from wear and tear in normal use (f) Thermal Paper, Toner/Ink Cartridges, (bread bakery)

5. If warranty service is required you should:

Telephone Panasonic’s Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator for the name/address of the nearest Authorised Service Centre. Send or bring the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase receipt as a proof of purchase date. Please note that freight and insurance to and / or from your nearest Authorised Service Centre must be arranged by you. Note that home or pick-up/delivery service is available for the following products in the major metropolitan areas of Australia or the normal operating areas of the nearest Authorised Service Centres:

(a) Picture tube (CRT) based Television Receivers (screen (b) Convection/Combination Microwave Ovens sizes greater than 66cm); Rear Projection TV’s; Plasma/LCD (c) Whiteboard (except portable type) televisions / displays (screen size greater than 103 cm)

6. The warranties hereby conferred do not extend to, and exclude, any costs associated with the installation, deinstallation or re-installation of a product, including costs related to the mounting, de-mounting or remounting of any screen, (and any other ancillary activities), delivery, handling, freighting, transportation or insurance of the product or any part thereof or replacement of and do not extend to, and exclude, any damage or loss occurring by reason of, during, associated with, or related to such installation, de-installation, re-installation or transit.

Panasonic Authorised Service Centres are located in major metropolitan areas and most regional centres of Australia, however, coverage will vary dependant on product. For advice on exact Authorised Service Centre locations for your product, please telephone our Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator.

Unless otherwise specified to the consumer the benefits conferred by this express warranty are additional to all other conditions, warranties, guarantees, rights and remedies expressed or implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 and similar consumer protection provisions contained in legislation of the States and Territories and all other obligations and liabilities on the part of the manufacturer or supplier and nothing contained herein shall restrict or modify such rights, remedies, obligations or liabilities.

THIS WARRANTY CARD AND THE PURCHASE DOCKET (OR SIMILAR PROOF OF PURCHASE)

If you require assistance regarding warranty conditions or any other enquiries,

If phoning in, please ensure you have your operating instructions available.

SHOULD BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES

please visit the

www.panasonic.com.au or by phone on 132 600

Panasonic Australia Pty. Limited

PRO-031-F01 Issue: 3.0 23-11-2005

Film Cartridge, Printer Heads

Panasonic Australia website

ACN 001 592 187 ABN 83 001 592 187

Locked Bag 505, Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086

www.panasonic.com.au

November 2005

RQT8524