Panasonic RX-ES50 User Manual
Panasonic’
Portable Stereo CD System
RX-ES50
Operating Instructions
Note:
The "EB” indication shown on .the outside packing case indicates
United Kingdom.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely. Please save this manual.
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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.
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Table of Contents
Before use
Caution for AC Mains Lead
Precautions .................................................................................... 4
Supplied Accessories
Memory Back-up Batteries
Power Sources............................................................................... 5
Concerning the Remote Control..................................................... 5
Location of Controls
Operations
Setting the Clock ........................................................................... 7
Selecting the Display
Listening to CDs
Listening to the Radio
Listening to Tapes ................................................13
Selecting the Equalizer Effects......................................................15
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CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORM
ANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI
FIED 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 BOOK
CASE, BUILT IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED
SPACE IN ORDER TO KEEP WELL VENTILATED CON
DITION. ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION
HOLES TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING.
Recording
Recording from CD
Recording Radio Programs
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Timer
Using Play Timer ..........................................................................21
Using Recording Timer..................................................................22
Using the Sleep Timer ..................................................................24
Using Two Timer Functions ..........................................................24
General information
Using an External Unit...................................................................25
Quick Reference of Remote Control Operations ..........................26
Troubleshooting Guide
Concerning Compact Discs
Concerning Cassette Tapes..........................................................30
Maintenance................................................................................ 31
Technical Specifications................................................................31
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WARNING:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING.
(For United Kingdom)
(“EB” area code mode! 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 ASIA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASIA mark <%> or the BSI mark ^ 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 ELECTRI
CAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS IN
SERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be con
nected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with
the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances should either of these wires be
connected to the earth terminai of the three pin plug,
marked with the letter E or the Earth Symboi i.
Before use
Remove the connector cover as follows.
How to replace the fuse
1. Remove the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring
code as shown 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 the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the coloured mark
ings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
The wire which is coioured BLUE must be connected to
the terminai in the plug which is marked with the letter
N or coioured BLACK.
2. Replace the fuse and attach the fuse cover.
Precautions
• 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.
• Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not leave 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 power cord, as
they may result in possible fire or electric shock hazard. Also,
excessive bending, pulling or splicing of the cord should be avolded.
• Do not unplug the AC power cord by pulling on the cord. To do so
may cause premature failure or shock hazard.
• Do not operate this unit on AC power in a bathroom, as a potential
shock hazard may result.
•When not in use, disconnect the AC power cord from the household
AC outlet.
Use of batteries
• Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types
(manganese and alkaline, etc.).
•Always remove old, weak or worn-out batteries promptly and dis
pose of them properly.
• Never subject batteries to excessive heat or flame: do not attempt
to disassemble them, and be sure they are not short-circuited.
• If this unit is not to be used for a long period of time or is used only
from an AC power source, remove the batteries and store them in a
coot, dark place.
• If a battery leaks, remove ail batteries and dispose of them properly.
•Thoroughly clean the battery compartment before inserting new
batteries.
• if the electrolyte comes into contact with skin or clothes, flush with
water immediately.
•Keep batteries out of reach of children.
• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries,
•Batteries installed with incorrect polarities may leak and damage
the unit.
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS
LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE THE FOLLOWING
CONNECTION.
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Accessories
Piease check and identify the supplied
accessories.
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□ AC power cord
(For United Kingdom: RJA0038-U)
(For Australia and N.2.: RJA0035) .
□ Remote control transmitter
(EUR643823)
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1 pc.
1 pc.
Memory Back-up Batteries
It is recommended that the memory back-up batteries (not in
cluded) be installed first to prevent the memory contents from
being lost when the power fails, the power cable has been
disconnected or the batteries have become flat.
Battery installation
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in these operating instructions, “unit off' is defined as the
following mode.
“Standby" when AC power is used.
“Battery power off’ when batteries are used.
•The service life of these batteries is approximately one year.
To preserve the memory contents, connect the power cable to the
household AC outlet before replacing all the back-up batteries with
new ones.
•When disconnecting the power cable, first turn the unit off by
pressing POWER.
The service life of the memory back-up batteries is reduced if the
power cable is disconnected from the household AC outlet with the
power still supplied.
Power Sources
To operate on AC power
The configuration of the AC power cabie and househoid power outiet
differ according to area.
To operate on battery power
Remote Control
Battery installation
Battery installation
Battery life
To remove the batteries, pull out the @ side.
Battery life
The battery iife is about one year.
Although the battery life varies depending on how often the device is
used, the batteries should be replaced about once every year on the
average.
The batteries should be replaced if commands from the remote
control transmitter do not operate the unit even when transmitter is
held close to the front panel.
Correct method of use
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When the battery check indicator goes off (or dims) during play,
replace aii the batteries with new ones.
•Do not place obstacles between the remote control signal sensor
and remote control unit.
• Do not expose the remote control signal sensor to direct sunlight or
to the bright light of an invertor fluorescent light.
•Take care to keep the remote control signal sensor and end of the
remote control unit free from dust.
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Basic/Tuner controls
No.
Band select button (BAND)
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Standby indicator [STDBY ci) (AC)]
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indica
tor lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is
turned on.
Preset equalizer button (PRESET EQ)
@ Battery check indicator (BATT/POWER) 5
Name
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15
CD/Cassette deck controls
No. Name
(0) Stop/ciear button (l/CLEAR)
© Play/pause button (^/11)
@ Disc lid
© Disc lid open button (A)
@ Skip/Search buttons
(CD/TUNEyriME ►►]/+, «◄/-)
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d) Power “STDBY (!) (AC)/ON” switch
(POWER)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is stilt consuming a small amount of
power.
@ Speakers
@ Time set/Tuning buttons
(CD/TUNEA-IME ►►(/+, «◄/-)
Time adjust button
(CLOCK/TIMER, ADJUST)
(9) Timer button (TIMER)
@ Volume control buttons (VOLUME +, —)
This portable stereo can play and record with the touch of a
single button. Therefore, in order to keep from accidentally
recording over important tapes, we recommend that you
remove the recording-protection tabs from your tapes (see
page 30).
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8,11,13
© CD rec mode button
(CD REC MODE AUTOZONE)
© Tape eject button (A)
@ Tape play/direction button (◄ ►)
© Tape stop button (■)
@) Rec/rec pause button
(•/•II REC/PAUSE)
@ Rewind/TPS button (REW iiEi)
@ Fast forward/TPS button i fr^ FF) 14
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16,20
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Settmg the Clock
The clock has a 24-hour display.
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Example; Setting the clock to 16:20;
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CLOCK/
TIMER
fADJUST
CD/rUNEmUE
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Press POWER.
(This turns the unit on.)
Press ADJUST so that “CLOCK” is displayed.
Clock
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Original display «-Timer time to finish
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
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Press ►►!/+ or K^/— to Show desired time.
The time display can be changed in one
minute units by tapping the buttons, and
quickly by holding down the buttons.
>Timer time to start
(Available only from the remote control)
This operation comes In handy to check the present time during
play or the tape counter display during recording.
DISPLAY
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DISPLAY
Play status (CD/Radio)-> Present time^Tape counter
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(The display changes each time the button is pressed.)
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” appears on the tape counter display when a tape has not
been loaded.
Press DISPLAY.
CLOCK/
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While the time display is flashing,
Press ADJUST.
(The clock now starts operating, and the
display returns to its original status.)
listening to CDs
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Press POWER.
(Only when the batteries are used for the power supply)
Press H/CLEAR.
Indicates that there is
no disc loaded.
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Press A, insert a CD and close the lid.
Insert the CD with its label surface facing
up.
Total playtime
Total number of
tracks I
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POWER
• interference may affect radio or TV reception when CDs are piayed
close to a radio or TV set. if this occurs, piace the unit as far away
from the radio or TV.
•When the batteries are used for the power supply, pressing
POWER on the remote control can not turn the unit on.
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If a CD is loaded, pressing ►/! I wil automatically turn the unit on and
start play (only when AC power is supplied).
To skip tracks
CDmJNEmME
Press to skip to the
start of the next track.
Press K^/“ to skip to the start of the present track.
Press the button repeatedly to skip tracks
in the number that corresponds to the
number of times you press the button.
To stop play:
To stop temporarily, press ^/11.
To resume play, press ►/!! again.
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Press ►/! I.
Play starts from track 1 and continues to
the last track, after which it automaticaiiy
stops.
Elapsed play time of
track in play
Track number
in play I
Cd
DC /
Press B/CLEAR.
To search forward or backward
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During play:
Continuously press ^/+ to search forward.
Continuously press to
search backward.
Release the button at the desired po
sition.
To repeat tracks
Random play
(Available only from the remote control)
REPEAT
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REPEAT
To repeat only one track
Press REPEAT.
1-0
(The display changes each time the but
ton is pressed.)
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► /II
(Available only from the remote control)
RANDOM
Press RANDOM in the stop mode.
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Lights.
REPEAT
Press REPEAT to turn
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Lights.
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To repeat all tracks on the CD
REPEAT
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Press REPEAT to turn
I ALL-(PI on the display.
Lights.
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To repeat program tracks
0 Program desired tracks (see steps 1 to 4 on
page 10).
@ Press REPEAT to turn I all-o 1 on the display.
(3) Press ►/! I to start.
2
Press^/l I to start.
All the tracks are played at random, and
play automatically stops.
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To clear random play:
Press RANDOM to turn off the Irandqmi indicator.
•Random play cannot be used in combination with program play.
•Skipping is not possible to track which have been played (see
page 8).
•Search (see page 8) is possible only within the track in play.
To release the repeat function:
Press REPEAT to turn off both f""l"-"cb I and i ALL-O I.
Listening to CDs
Selecting and listening to your favorite tracks (Program play)
(Available only from the remote control)
Up to 36 tracks can be programmed.
■ 2
5
■/CLEAR
MEMORY
Press H/CLEAR.
Press RANDOM on the remote control if
IRANDOMl indicator is on.
Press ^ or to select de
sired track.
Track number
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Press MEMORY.
Play sequence
Cd 3 —o /
Programmed track
Repeat steps 2 and 3.
To clear program play:
Press ■/CLEAR in the stop mode.
“CLEAR" appears on the display and all the programmed contents
will be cleard.
When “—:—” appears:
This means that the total play time of the programmed tracks has
exceeded 120 minutes. Tracks can stiii be programmed and played.
When “FULL" appears:
This means that the total number of the programmed tracks has
exceeded 36. No more tracks can be programmed.
Memory retention of programmed tracks:
The programming of the tracks will be retained in the memory even if
play is stopped at any time or the unit is turned off.
“P” appears on the display indicating that programmed memory
remains.
Cd"P IBS
The programmed memory will be cancelled in the following
cases;
•When A is pressed
•When you disconnect the power cord without installing the memory
back-up batteries
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Total play time of
Programmed tracks
Press ►/! I.
The programmed tracks are played in the
programmed sequence, and play stops
automaticlly.
To check what has bean programmed:
While "P” is on the display, press or in the stop mode. Each
time these buttons are pressed, a track nufnber and its play se
quence can be checked.
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