Panasonic RX-FT510 User Manual

Operating

Instructions

stereo Radio Cassette Recorder

MODEL NO. RX-FT510

Panasonic

Read these instructions completely before operating this unit.

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Thank you for purchasing this unit.

For optimum performance, follow these operating instructions carefully.

PRECAUTIGNS

«If the set is not used for a tong period of time or is used only from an AC power source, remove ali the batteries to prevent potentlai 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 avoided.

•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 the set on AC power in a bathroom, as a potential shock hazard may result.

•When not in use, disconnect the AC power cord from the AC power outlet.

•The Function Selector switch does not separate entire unit from mains even if in ”TAPE/[OFF1” position.

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WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CASSETTE TAPES

Use only good-quality tapes up to the length of C-90. Do not use C-120 tapes with this unit because these tapes can easily become broken or stretched if not used with extreme care and may get tangled with the Capstan and Pressure roller.

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	If the tape loosens, take up the
	slack by turning the reel in the
	proper directions.

Notes:

• Use normal type of cassette tapes only, if other tapes are used, you may not obtain optimum performance.

•Cassettes, both recorded and unrecorded, should not be stored in locations with high temperature, high humidity or direct sunlight. Never place a recorded cassette near a magnetic source, such as a magnet or a TV set as this may affect tape performance.

Do not handle, or puli the tape out of the cassette.

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■Battery Operation

1.Open the Battery Compartment cover as shown in the figure.

2. Insert 6 UM-1 size (Panasonic R20/LR20 or equivalent) batteries into the Battery Compartment, making sure that the proper polarities are maintained, and that the batteries are installed in the specified numerical order.

•Battery life

When the batteries are weak, the tape speed will stow down, the sound will become distorted, and the volume will decrease.

Set the Function Selector to ‘‘TAPE/To^’'. Press the Playback Button. When the sound is distorted, it is time to replace all the batteries with new ones.

Upper Shelf

Lower Shelf

3. Replace the compartment cover.

Notes;

•Batteries installed with incorrect polarities may leak and damage this unit.

•Do not mix batteries (old and new) or types (carbon and alkaline).

•Battery removal

Remove as shown in the figure below.

Upper Shelf

PUSH UP

Lower Shelf

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To Prevent Possible Damage to This Unit

•Load new batteries with their polarities (® and ©) aligned correctly.

•Do not apply heat to batteries, or internal shortcircuit may occur.

•If this unit is not to be used for a long period of time, or used on AC power source, remove ail batteries and store them in a cool and dry place.

•Remove spent batteries immediately.

•Do not use old and new batteries together. Also never use an alkaline battery with a manganese battery.

If the set 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.

■ AC Power Operation

Connect the included AC power cord to the AC Socket in the unit and your household AC power outlet.

	AC power cord
ACIN-	AC power outlet

Note;

To operate on battery power, unplug the AC power cord from the household AC power outlet and the AC Socket on the unit.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

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0	Headphones Jack (PHONES)	0 Editing Mode Selector/Beat Proof Switch
0 Built-In Microphone (MIC)		(EDITING/B.P)
0 CD/Llne Input Jacks frcol/LINE IN)		0 Band Selector (BAND)
O Volume Control (VOLUME)		0 Tuning Control (TUNING)
0 Tone Control (TONE)		0 Deck 1 Cassette Compartment
0	Deck 1 (For Playback)	0 FM Stereo Indicator (FM STEREO)
		0 Deck 2 Cassette Compartment
	Pause Button (I I PAUSE)	0 Speakers [Woofer]
	Stop/Eject Button (BSTOP/EJECT)	0 Speakers [Tweeter]
	Fast Forward/Cue Button {«¡CUE)	0 Handle
	Rewind/Revfew Button (P^^/REV)	0 Telescopic Antenna
	Playback Button (◄ PLAY)	0 Battery Compartment
O Function Selector (SELECTOR)		0 AC Socket (AC IN-)
	Deck 2 (For Recording and Playback)
	f Pause Button (I I PAUSE)	^
	Stop/Eject Button (QSTOP/EJECT)

Fast Forward/Cue Button (^^/CUE)

Rewind/Review Button (►►/REV)

Playback Button PLAY)

Record Button (• i RECORD il

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