Panasonic RX-ES20 User Manual

Portable Stereo CD System

Operating Instructions

Model No. RX-ES25

RX-ES20

EB GN

Note:

The “EB” indication shown on the packing case indicates United Kingdom.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

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Dear Customer

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

Note

Dear Customer

Precautions

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Table of Contents

Before use

Supplied Accessories.......................................................... 2

Precautions ......................................................................... 2

Caution for AC Mains Lead................................................. 3

Use of Batteries .................................................................. 4

Power Sources.................................................................... 4

Before use

Memory Batteries ................................................................ 4

Location of Controls ............................................................ 5

The Remote Control............................................................ 6

Setting the Clock ................................................................. 7

Using Headphones.............................................................. 7

Listening

The Radio........................................................................... 8

CDs ................................................................................... 10

Cassettes ......................................................................... 13

Recording

Tips on Recording ............................................................. 13

Recording CDs ................................................................ 14

Recording the Radio ....................................................... 16

Sound Quality and Sound Field

Sound Quality.................................................................... 17

3-D sound with the Sound Virtualizer................................ 17

Timer

The Play and Record Timer .............................................. 18

The Sleep Timer................................................................ 19

The Timer Fader................................................................ 19

Reference

• Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not lea ve it

in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long time with the doors and windows closed as this may deform the cabinet.

• Avoid cuts, scratches, or poor connections in the AC mains lead,

as they may result in possible fire or electric shock hazard. Also, excessive bending, pulling or splicing of the lead should be avoided.

• Do not unplug the AC mains lead by pulling on the lead. To do so

may cause premature failure or shock hazard.

• Do not operate this unit on AC mains in a bathroom, as a potential

shock hazard may result.

• When not in use, disconnect the AC mains lead from the house-

hold AC outlet.

In these operating instructions “unit off” is defined as follows: “Standby” when AC power is used. “Battery power off” when batteries are used.

(Back of product)

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

DANGER

AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING, NÅR SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE

ADVARSEL

ER UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING. AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA

VARO!

NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN. OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH

VARNING

SPÄRREN ÄR URKOPPLAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN. USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS

ADVARSEL

BRYTES. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN. UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET.

VORSICHT

NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

(Inside of product) (Indersiden at apparatet) (Tuotteen sisällä) (Apparatens insida) (Produktets innside) (Im Inneren des Gerätes)

Maintenance...................................................................... 19

Troubleshooting.................................................... Back cover

Technical Specifications ....................................... Back cover

Supplied Accessories

AC mains lead...................................................................... 1pc.

The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.

For United Kingdom: For Australia and New Zealand: (VJA0733) (RJA0035-X)

Remote control transmitter (EUR648251)............................ 1pc.

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Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT 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 OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN, SPLASHING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.

Caution for AC Mains Lead

(For United Kingdom)

(“EB” area code model only)

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 m or the BSI mark o 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.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL n OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

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.

Figure A

Before use

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

Figure B

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse cover

Fuse (5 ampere)

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Use of Batteries

Before use

AC IN

(R20/LR20, D, UM-1)

12 7

43 6

AC mains lead (included)

To household AC outlet

Inner row

Outer row

• If this unit is not used for a long period of time or is used only from an AC power source, remove all the batteries to prevent potential damage due to possible battery leakage.

• Align the poles (+ and –) properly when inserting the batteries.

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

• Do not recharge ordinary dry cell batteries.

• Do not heat or disassemble the batteries. Do not allow them to

contact flame or water.

• Do not keep together with metallic objects such as necklaces.

• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can damage other items, cause damage to the unit, and may cause a fire through short-circuiting or electrolyte leakage. If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer. Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of your body.

Power Sources

Operating the unit on AC power

FOR UNITED KINGDOM ONLY BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE CONNECTION.

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(R6/LR6, AA, UM-3)

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Connect the AC mains lead.

Using batteries (not included)

Disconnect the AC mains lead from the unit to operate on battery power. The remote control cannot turn the unit on when batteries are used.

Removing the batteries

Open the battery cover, insert a finger into the hole in the bottom of the unit and push out.

Battery life

“ ” flashes on the display when the batteries are running down. Then, the unit turns itself off and displays “U01”. Replace all the batteries with new ones.

Memory Batteries

Memory batteries retain memory (clock/timer/CD/radio settings) during power supply interruption. These batteries do not power the unit.

Replacing the batteries

• The memory batteries last about one year.

• Connect the unit to AC power before replacing the batteries.

• Extend the memory battery life by always pressing [

the unit off before disconnecting the unit from the AC mains or replacing the power batteries.

Removing the batteries

Lift the negative end of the number 4 battery to remove batteries.

(not included)

] to turn

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Location of Controls

12 3

Basic controls

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Number Designation Reference Page

1 Standby/on switch (

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 .

2 Preset equalizer button (PRESET EQ)..................... 17

3 Play timer/record timer button

(

PLAY/REC)............................................................. 18

4 Clock/timer button (CLOCK/TIMER) .................... 7, 18

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Standby indicator ( )

When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.

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Standby/on indicator ( /I)

The indicator lights green when the unit is turned on. When the AC power supply is used, it functions as an AC

connection indicator. (The indicator colour changes to red when the unit is turned off.)

6 Volume control buttons (+, – VOLUME) ......... 8, 10, 13

7 Display panel 8 Time adjust/preset channel select/CD track select dial

(TIME/PRESET TUNE

9 Remote control signal sensor (SENSOR) ................. 6

0 Speaker

Note

These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.

)

CD SKIP ).......... 7, 9, 10, 18

Before use

Tuner/CD controls

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™

≤

(

∞

Number Designation Reference Page

umber Designation Reference Page

! Band button (TUNER BAND) .................................. 8, 9

@ CD play/pause button (6 CD) ................................10

# CD recording mode button (CD REC MODE) .... 15, 16

$ CD program/clear, tuner preset button

•

(

MEMORY –CLEAR) ............................................ 9, 12

% CD tray ^ Tuning/CD search buttons

(REW / – / Q

& CD mode select/stop button (9 T APE/CD) ......... 10, 11

* Preset channel select/CD track select dial

(TIME/PRESET TUNE

( CD tray open/close button (0 CD) ........................... 10

Cassette deck controls

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Number Designation Reference Page

) Deck eject button (0 DECK) ..................................... 13

¡ Record/record pause button ( ™ Cassette play button (

£ Tape mode select/stop button (9 TAPE/CD)...... 13, 14

≤ Deck ∞ Rewind/fast-forward buttons

(REW / – / Q

, R / + / FF) ................................ 8, 10

CD SKIP ) ................... 9, 10

[

/ ; ) .............. 14, 15, 16

TAPE) ................................ 13

, R / + / FF) ..................................... 13

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The Remote Control

Buttons

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Before use

17 ,

≥

•

⁄

PRESET EQ

S.VIRTUALIZER

AUTO SCAN

–

SLEEP TIMER FADER DISPLAY

56≥104

8907

C RESET RANDOM REPEATFM MODE/BP

TAPE TUNER CD

REW

PRESET TUNE

VOLUME

PGM/-CLEAR

CD SKIP

‹

›

ﬁ

ﬂ

‡

R6, AA, UM-3

Number Designation Reference Page

§ Sleep timer button (SLEEP)....................................... 19

≥ Numbered buttons............................................ 9, 11, 12

• FM mode/BP button (FM MODE/BP) ..................... 8, 16

ª Tape counter reset button (C-RESET)....................... 13

º Sound virtualizer button (S.VIRTUALIZER).............. 17

⁄ Auto scan button (AUTO SCAN).................................. 8

¤ Timer fader button (TIMER FADER) .......................... 19

‹ Display select button (DISPLAY)........................... 7, 13

› Repeat button (REPEAT)............................................ 11

ﬁ Random play button (RANDOM) ............................... 11

ﬂ T uning/re wind/fast-forward buttons

(REW/–

‡

Preset tuning/preset scan/CD skip/search buttons

( S /

When the unit is supplied with AC power, buttons 1 , 2 , 6 , 11 ,

12 , 14 , 17 , 22 and 23

main unit. To save power, the unit cannot be turned on from the remote control when batteries are used.

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Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control. 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.

, +/FF).......................................................... 8, 13

/ T) ................................................... 9, 10

function in the same way as the controls on the

Batteries (not included)

SENSOR

30° 30°

Transmission window

Use

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Aim at the sensor, av oiding 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.

Do not

• put heavy objects on the remote control.

• take the remote control apart.

• spill liquids onto the remote control.

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