Operating
instructions
Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder
MODEL NO.
RX-FT560
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Panasonic
Bead these instructions completely before operating this unit.
Thank you for purchasing this unit.
For optimum performance, follow these operating instructions carefully.
o|f 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.
«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/ro^’' position.
Max. 40“C
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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS
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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.
Do not handle, or pull the tape
out of the cassette.
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.
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B Battery Operation
1. Open the Battery Compartment cover as shown in the
figure.
2. insert 8 UM-1 (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.
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•Battery life
When the batteries are weak, the tape speed will slow down,
the sound wiil become distorted, and the volume will
decrease.
Set the Function Selector to “TAP&fo^". Press the
Playback Button. When the sound is distorted, it is time to
replace all the batteries with new ones.
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3. Replace the compartment cover.
•Battery removal
Remove as shown in the figure below.
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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 alt 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.
REPLACE
B 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
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AC power outlet
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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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0 Headphones Jack (PHONES)
O Built-in Microphone (MIC)
O CD/Llne Input Jacks flC^LINE IN)
DECK 1 (For Playback)
Deck 1 Reverse Mode Selector
(JlO*Z3REV MODE)
Stop/E)ect Button (SSTOP/EJECT)
Fast Buttons (◄◄—FAST—►►)
Playback Button (◄ ► PLAY)
^Direction Button (DIR)
@ Extra Bass System Switch (XBS)
O Graphic Equalizer Controls
(GRAPHIC EQUALIZER)
O Volume Control (VOLUME)
O Function Selector (SELECTOR)
O Editing Mode/Beat Proof Selector
(EDITING/B.P)
® Deck 2 (For Recording and Playback)
Pause Button (I I PAUSE)
Stop/Eject Button ( B STOP/EJECT)
Fast Forward/Cue Button (-^^/CUE)
Rewind/Review Button (P-^/REV)
Playback Button {M PLAY)
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(p Band Selector (BAND)
0 Tuning Control (TUNING)
0 Speakers [Tweeter]
0 Speakers [Woofer]
0 Deck 1 Cassette Compartment
0 FM Stereo Indicator (FM STEREO)
0 Deck 2 Cassette Compartment
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