Panasonic RR-US380, RR-US360 User Manual

Audio cable (not included)

Audio cable (not included)

Monaural mini plug

Monaural mini plug Stereo mini plug

Monaural mini plug

Stereo MIC

Monaural MIC

Before use

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DICTATION

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This manual was printed
with soy based ink.

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Menu display

Operating Instructions

IC Recorder

Model No. RR-US380

RR-US360

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 these
instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

P

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

http://www.panasonic.com

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

www.panasonic.ca

C

2004 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Printed in Japan

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

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

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
communications. 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 receiver.
≥

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.

Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ, 07094 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262

This statement is applied to only Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

PC

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RQT7868-P

F1104KT2025

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Hint 1

Release hold
before operation

●There is no power button.

●

The unit returns to standby if there is no operation
after 10 seconds have elapsed.

●

Press [∫] to stop the operation midway/cancel the setting.

Recording

1

Meeting
recording

Dictation
recording

Hint 2

Recorded contents
are stored in folders

●A maximum of 99 files can

be stored in each folder.

Select meeting or
dictation recording

2

Folder

When dictation recording, the following settings are automatically set.

(Dictation folder is set)

For MEETING

For DICTATION

Select the
folder

Each time
you press

Dictation folder

File

Folder

Select the
recording mode

3

Recoding mode

(HQ mode is set)

Hint 3

Use HQ to record
with high sound
quality and SP for
long recordings

Recording mode and recording time
total of all folders

Long recording
time

16hours
30minutes

SP FQ

Standard

()

play

1

Each time
you press

2 (Enter)

3

4 (Enter)

(Dictation recording mode is set)

Hint 4

Change the micro­phone sensitivity
according to the
distance

RR-US380
RR-US360

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9hours

8hours

40minutes

10minutes

Fine

()

quality

4

[]

[]

Recording

()

from a distance

[]

4hours

4hours

50minutes

40minutes

2hours

High

20minutes

quality

HQ
High

()

quality

sound

When recording the source
from a distance: HI

Select the microphone
sensitivity

Press

and

hold

or

Recording

()

up-close

(START REC)

Recording

(Monaural recording)

5

When recording close to the
source: LO

or

[]

(STOP REC)

¥

Recording information is
displayed.

(Recording date)

(Recording start time)

(Total number of files)

v

v

(Recording time)

v

Preventing

unnecessary

REC
DATE

REC
DATE

※2

recording

HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

Timer play

REC
DATE

REC
DATE

File lock

HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

REMAIN

(While stopped)

Press and

hold

More than

()

2 seconds

E.g.: Microphone sensitivity

AMPMHMM DS

Use [ ] to change the menu and [ ] to enter

HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

Setting the time

※1

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

Play speed

HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

REMAIN

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HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

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※3

Timer recording

REC
DATE

REC
DATE

Other recording methods

Recording automatically pauses when there is no sound.

1

Preventing
unnecessary
recording

VAS : voice

activated

()

system

Enter the menu mode

Press

and

hold

∫ To turn the function off

Turn the function off when recording important files.
The first 3 seconds will always be recorded.

∫Checking the remaining recording

time available

During

recording

()

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

¥ Press again to return to the

elapsed recording time display.

Available
recording time

2Select “ ”

select “OFF” in step 3.

∫ Recording through an external

Use a plug-in power compatible microphone monaural.

3Select “On”

[]

(ENTER)

microphone (not included)

[][]

Plug type:

3.5 mm (

(The built-in microphone
switches off.)

Continuous play

HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

※3

Operation beep

[]

(ENTER)

1

in.) monaural

⁄8

REC
DATE

REC
DATE

Preparation

Supplied accessories

Product numbers correct as of November

2004. These may be subject to change.

RR-US380

USB cable (K1HA09BD0001)
CD-ROM (Voice Editing Ver.1.0

[RR-US360]

USB cable (K1HA09BD0001)
CD-ROM (Voice Editing Ver.1.0

≥Use numbers indicated when asking for

replacement parts.

For the U.S.A.
To order accessories, refer to
“Accessory Purchases” on page 8.
For Canada
To order accessories, call the dealer from
whom you have made your purchase.

Professional Edition)

Standard Edition)

Preparation

Flashes until the time is set.

1
2

3

The clock has a monthly accuracy of i/j 60 seconds at room temperature.
When replacing the batteries, the clock stops and restarts when you reinsert them and close the battery cover.

Inserting batteries

1

The battery indicator (displayed during operation)

Full Empty

Setting the time

2

¥When the year is flashing (e.g. 2005), begin from step 3 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.

Enter the
menu
mode

Select
“yEAr”

Use

∫Year

Press

and

hold

[]

[]

Use

Set the
time

∫Month

∫Day

∫Time

display

(12/24H)

∫Time

Use

Use

Use

Use

1

[]

[]

[]

[]

AAA, LR03 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.)

¥ Replace the batteries within 30 seconds

to preserve the settings.
Recordings remain intact.

Replace the batteries

E.g.: Microphone sensitivity

¥ A menu is displayed.

to select

[]

(ENTER)

to select

to select

to select

to select

to select

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(ENTER)

Playing/Erasing

Playing

Erasing

Organizing

()

Move

∫ A

File lock

∫ Dictation folder

Select the
folder

1

∫ A–D folder

∫ Dictation folder

The dictation

()

folder is selected

Play a file

1

Play the file you
want to move

Select the
folder

1

D folder

–

Select file or folder

2

Use

[]

File number

You cannot restore files
you erase.

Enter the
move mode

2

Press

and

hold

Destination
folder

Number of files in
destination folder

Select the file

2

Use

[]

SP

A B
CD

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DATE

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to select

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

Press

and

hold

Use

[]

∫Selected file

∫All files

in a folder

∫All folders

Select
the destination folder

3

Use

[]

to select

Enter the
menu mode

3

Play/Erase

3

[]

(Play)

∫ To adjust the

volume (0–20)

to select

(Erase)

4

to select

You cannot move a file from A–D folder
to the dictation folder.

Press

and

hold

∫ To unlock

[]

(ENTER)

4

Select “ ”

Use

[]

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

∫Basic operations during play

Play

¥

Press and hold to turn
one file repeat play On/Off.

You cannot use repeat when
setting continuous play.
(

➪ page 4)

Backward

¥

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

¥

Stop play

Press

(

[]

Forward

¥

Press to go to the
beginning of the next
file.

¥

Press and hold to search.

to resume play.)

∫Listen to the first 5 seconds of each file (Intro scan)

Press and hold

1Select the folder

➪ page 2)

(

Repeat play settings are automatically canceled.

2

(Press again to return to normal play.)

[]

Move

Lock

5

to select

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(ENTER)

FQ
SP

A B
CD

REMAIN

REC
DATE

Other play methods

1

Changing
the play
speed

(5 levels)

Continuous
play

Enter the menu mode

Press

and

hold

∫ To return to normal play

While stopped, press and hold (more than 3 seconds) [ ].

Plays the files in the folder continuously.

1

Enter the menu mode

Press

and

hold

Repeat play settings are automatically canceled.

∫ To turn the function off

2

Select “SPEEd”

[]

Select “

2

[] []

select “OFF” in step 3.

∫Displaying the remaining play time

During

playing

()

¥ Press again to return to the

elapsed play time display.

Remaining play time

Saving (dubbing)

Select the file to dub and play

[]

Recording to
a cassette tape
recorder

Recording

Recording from
a cassette tape

MIC

PLUG IN

( )

POWER

recorder

¥

Read along with the operating instructions of equipment you are connecting.

¥

The recorded sound quality may differ from the original recording.

¥

Adjust the recording volume on the source to the desired level.

Audio cable (not included)

Monaural mini plug

Audio cable (not included)

Monaural mini plug

2 3 4

3

Select the speed

[]

(ENTER)

”

,

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(Slow)

3 Select “On”

[]

(ENTER)

(Fast)

[]

(ENTER)

∫Listening with the earphones (not included)

Plug type:

1

3.5 mm (

in.) monaural

⁄8

Recording

Select the track
to dub and play

Stereo mini plug

Headphone

Monaural mini plug

jack

FOLDER/
MENU

HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

REC

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

Using the timer

SP

HQ
FQ
SP

AB
CD

REC
DATE

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

SP

A B

CD

REC

DATE

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

SP

A B

CD

REC
DATE

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

HOLD

HQ

FQ
SP

A B

CD

REC
DATE

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

Recording level
(When recording)/

Remaining memory

Recording
(play)
elapsed time

Battery
indicator

Recording
mode

Play indicator

File

Folder

Recording
indicator

DATE

REMAIN

REMAIN

FOLDER/
MENU

DATE

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

FQ
SP

AB
CD

REC

EST. 1924

Preparation: Select the folder and recording mode

Enter the

T

imer

recording

1

menu mode

FOLDER/
MENU

2

Select “ , rEC”

[]

[]

(ENTER)

Press

and

hold

Preparation: Select the file

Enter the

1

menu mode

Timer play

Press

and

hold

∫ To cancel the timer
∫ To confirm the set time

Even when “ ” or “

2

Select “ , PLAy”

[]

HQ
FQ
SP

AB

CD

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AMPMHMM DS

select “OFF” in step 3-

From the menu

” are displayed during timer play, the repeat play or continuous play cannot be used.

,

(

➪ page 2, 3)

(ENTER)

REC
DATE

[]

1.

(

➪ page 4)

Part names

Display

PMHM

MDS

Current time
(In standby mode)

M

I

C

P

LU

G

( 

IN

PO

)

W

ER

HOLD

Handstrap hole

Play/enter [1], stop [∫],

fast forward,
[: 9]

USB connector [

(➪ page 2, 3)

3Set the time

1

[]

Use

2

[]

Use

3

[]

Use

to select

to select

to select

“On”

the start time

the end time

DATE

AMPMHMM DS

3Set the time

1

Use [ ] to select

2

Use [ ] to select

, select “ , rEC” or “ , PLAy” and press [ ].

External microphone jack
Earphone jack

Hold
Clip

Battery cover

Display

Folder/menu

Erase

rewind/select

Speaker

]

ERASE

F

O

L

D

M

E

N

U

“On”

the start time

Built-in microphone

Recording indicator

Recording/stop

P
O
T
/S
C
E

Meeting/dictation

E

R

/

LR

MEETING DICTATION

O
V

Volume (i, j)

Recording

REC MODE

mode

A B

CD

REMAIN

AMPMHMM DS

REC
DATE

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(ENTER)

[]

(ENTER)

Various functions

Troubleshooting Guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or
if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on

1

Canceling
the opera­tion beep

Enter the menu mode

Press

and

hold

∫ To turn operation beep on

2

Select “bEEP”

[] []

[]

(ENTER)

3

Select “OFF”

[]

(ENTER)

select “On” in step 3.

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

¥

Preventing
accidental
button
presses

HOLD

move up

“hold” is displayed if
a button is pressed
while hold is on.

(HOLD)

∫ To release

¥

While stopped, switch to hold to save the batteries.

move down

Using the unit with a computer

1Install Voice Editing.

For details, read the installation
instructions for Voice Editing.

➪ page 5, 6)

(

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

Do not disconnect the USB cable while this is flashing.

2 Connect this unit to a computer

with the USB cable.

This unit can not 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.

page 8 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” below if you reside in Canada.

Symptom

No operation.

“U01” appears on the display.
“2004” or “2005” 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.
Voice Editing does not start or does not

work correctly.

Cannot successfully convert sound to text
on the computer.

≥The hold function is on. (
≥Make sure the battery cover is closed.
≥Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted.
≥

Make sure the

≥You cannot operate when the unit is connected to a computer.

battery

≥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.

≥Ensure the plug is inserted firmly.
≥Wipe the plug clean.

≥VAS (➪ page 4) may have functioned.
≥Set the time. (

➪

≥Set play speed to normal. (➪ page 4)
≥There are 99 files in the folder.

≥There is no remaining recording time.

– Erase unneeded files. (➪ page 2, 3)

≥There is no sound when you have connected an earphone.
≥The file is locked. (

≥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 the dictation folder

(➪ page 3)

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

dropped), or if the batteries and cover come loose during
recording.

≥You can set the timers within 24 hours of the current time.
≥Set the time. (➪ page 1)

≥The settings are canceled 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 2 or more seconds.

≥

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

≥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.

≥Refer to “Frequently Asked Questions” in the Voice Editing

operating instructions (PDF file).

Checkpoints

➪

page 6)

cover is attached to the rubber strap.

page 1)

➪

page 2, 3)

.
.

Maintenance



Caution:

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

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.

Specifications

Power output:
Frequency response:

S/N:

230 Hz – 3,400 Hz (FQ/SP mode)

Jack:

Output jack;
Input jack;

Speaker:

Earphone, 3.5 mm (

Mic, 3.5 mm (

Power requirement:
Dimensions (WtHtD):

Max dimensions;

35.0 mm k 100.2 mm k 24.0 mm

Cabinet dimensions;

Mass:

with batteries;
without batteries;

240 Hz – 5,100 Hz (HQ mode)

1

in.); 0.56 mV plug in power

⁄8

2 AAA size (LR03) batteries

32.8 mmk 99.3 mmk 22.5 mm

300 mW (max.)

36 dB (HQ mode)

1

in.); 0.5 mW 16 ≠

⁄8

⁄32

k 3

k 3

3

15

⁄16

29

⁄32

28 mm (1

3

(1

⁄8

9

(1

About 62 g (2.2 oz.)
About 39 g (1.4 oz.)

⁄32

k

k

in.) 8 ≠
DC 3 V

15

⁄16

7

⁄8

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.

∫ 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 the doors and windows closed.

≥To avoid product damage, do not expose this product to

rain, water or other liquids.

≥Do not keep this unit and magnetized cards (bank

cards, commuter passes, etc.) close together.

≥The speaker does not have magnetic shielding. Do not

place it near televisions, personal computers or other
devices easily influenced by magnetism.

∫ Batteries

≥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 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 sub-

ject to excessive heat.

≥Do not attempt to recharge dry cell 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.

≥Keep out of the reach of small children. Accidental

swallowing of batteries can result in stomach and
intestinal damage.

∫ 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.

Operational temperature range:

0 oC – 40 oC (32 oF – 104 oF)

Battery life:

[When used at 25 oC (77 oF) on a flat, stable surface]

Batteries

Panasonic

alkaline

batteries

mode

FQ/SP

HQ

Play back

About 9 hours
30 minutes

About 11 hours
30 minutes

Recording

About 14 hours
30 minutes

About 19 hours
30 minutes

≥The battery life may be less depending on the

operating conditions.

in. )

Note:

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

in. )

∫ Listening caution

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.

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 harmful 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 comfort-

ably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
≥ Leave it there.

Installing V oice Editing

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

∫ Installing Voice Editing

1Start Windows.
2Insert the included CD-ROM into your

computer’s CD-ROM drive.

The program installer starts automatically.

• When the installer does not automatically start

1 From the “Start” menu click on “Run”.
2 Type “※:\Launcher\VEdV1Launcher.exe” and click on “OK”.

※ is the CD-ROM drive ID.

3Follow the on-screen instructions.

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•
Editing is being installed. If they do not install, open the CD-ROM drive. Double click on
“※:\SAPI5\SAPI5_Common.msi”and “※:\SAPI5\SAPI5_English.msi” to install the voice
recognition engine. After it is installed, double click on
“※:\Speech\RealSpeak_Solo_Common_for_Panasonic.msi” and
“※:\Speech\RealSpeak_Solo_English_for_Panasonic.msi※1” to install the text to speech engine.
(The order can be reversed.)

※is the CD-ROM drive ID.

※1

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.

∫ Starting Voice Editing

Double click on the “Voice Editing” icon on the desktop.
After double clicking, follow the on-screen instructions.

∫ Using the operating instructions (PDF file)

From the Windows “Start” menu, click on “All programs” . “Voice Editing” . “Voice Editing Operating
Instructions” or from the “Help (H)” menu in the Voice Editing main screen, click on “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). If Adobe Acrobat Reader is
not installed on your computer, it is automatically installed at the same time as Voice Editing. Depending on the
computer, an Adobe Acrobat Reader restart message may appear. Ignore this and continue installing Voice
Editing.
Uninstall the following before installing Voice

•
You cannot install two versions of Voice software on the same computer.

- 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 versions of Voice Editing Ver.1.0

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

The voice recognition engine and text to speech engine should start installing while Voice

Double-click your preferred language icon.

Editing Ver.1.0

5

(included).

System Requirements

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 : MicrosoftRWindowsR98 Second Edition

※

Only available when the user is logged in as the system administrator (Windows

• This software is not compatible with Microsoft WindowsR3.1, WindowsR95, WindowsR98 (except for WindowsR98SE)
and Windows NT

• Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS.

• This software is not Macintosh compatible.

Hardware :

CPU : Windows
RAM : Windows
Free hard disk space :

Drive : CD-ROM drive (for installation)
Sound : Windows compatible sound device

Display : High Color (16 bit) or more. Desktop resolution of 800 k600 pixels or more.
Interface : USB port (Operation cannot be guaranteed if you use a USB hub or extension cable.)

Other requirements :

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.

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• The voice recognition engine and text to speech engine are installed on the same drive(usually the C:drive) as the OS.

• The operating system must support the language used by the voice recognition engine and text to speech
engine in order to run them.

Necessary software :

R

Microsoft
MicrosoftRWindowsR2000 Professional
MicrosoftRWindowsRXP Home Edition/Professional

Windows
Windows
100 MB or more

• Additional free hard disk space may be necessary depending on the Windows

• Approximately 25 MB of additional free hard disk space when installing Acrobat

• Approximately 50 MB of additional free hard disk space when installing DirectX

•

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WindowsRMillennium Edition

R

.

R

98 SE / WindowsRMe : IntelRPentiumRII 333 MHz or higher

R

2000 / WindowsRXP : IntelRPentiumRIII 500 MHz or higher

R

98 SE / WindowsRMe : 128 MB or more

R

2000 / WindowsRXP : 256 MB or more

※

being used.

[RR-US360]

Temporary additional free hard disk space may be necessary when using the Waveform feature function.

※

R

2000 / WindowsRXP only)

R

version and voice file

R

ReaderR (included).

R

9.0c (included).

• Approximately 60 MB of additional free hard disk space when installing the voice recognition engine
(included).

• Approximately 40 to 100 MB of additional free hard disk space per language when installing the text
to speech engine (included).

• Temporary additional free hard disk space may be necessary when using the Waveform feature
function, voice recognition function, text to speech function, CD-R writing function (Windows

R

XP only)

and sound recorder function.

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CD-R/RW drive (required to use the CD-R writing function in Windows

R

XP)

(1024 k768 pixels or more recommended)

Mouse or equivalent pointing device

The following limitations should be noted.

R

8.1 or later / Internet Explorer 5.5 or later

DirectX

6 7 8

Product Service

1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

1. (a) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or

1. (b) The unit has been exposed to rain; or

1. (c) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

1. (d) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other

servicing to authorized servicing personnel.

3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or
parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper
working condition.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 8.
For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:

In Puerto Rico contact Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH
A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF
PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH
PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Also, the purchaser will be responsible for shipping the unit to the above address.
In Canada, content the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, or visit the website

(www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

≥ Microsoft and its logo as well as Windows, WindowsNT and DirectX are either registered trademarks or
≥ 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
≥ Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. of the U.S. and other countries.

≥ ScanSoft, the ScanSoft logo, and RealSpeak Solo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ScanSoft, Inc. or its
≥ 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

Panasonic Services Company - Customer Servicenter
Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive
McAllen, TX 78503

Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone]

The serial number of this product can be found on the back of the cas­sette compartment cover or inside the battery compartment.
Please note it in the space provided below and keep as a permanent
record of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.

MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

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

other countries.

affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.

trademarks of the respective developer companies. Note that the “TM”mark and
document.

“R”

mark do not appear in this

ONLY FOR U.S.A.

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

P

anasonic Portable Audio Products Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which
starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b)
replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

All Portable Audio Products except item listed below
Rechargeable batteries (in exchange for defective item)

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts.
You must mail-in your product during the warranty period. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries, antennas, and
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty
is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.

Mail-In Service

For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:

Panasonic Services Company
Customer Servicenter
Suite B
4900 George McVay Drive
McAllen, TX 78503

For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax [phone].
When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing
the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES
RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER
WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cos­metic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products
not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modifi­cation, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the
product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and

from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are
for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERI­OD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the
problem is not handled to

PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Product or Part Name

your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

Customer Services Directory

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance;
locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts
and Accessories; or make Customer Service and
Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Parts

One (1) Year

Ten (10) Days

Labor

One (1) Year

Not applicable

Accessory Purchases

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all
Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
or, send your request by E-mail to: [e-mail]
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday –
Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Services Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express,
and Personal Checks)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone [phone], Fax [phone]

F1104

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