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Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.
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Caution for AC Mains Lead
Figure A
Figure B
Fuse cover
Figure A
Fuse
(5
ampere
)
Figure B
Fuse
(5
ampere
)
(For the AC mains plug of three pins)
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 Ï or the BSI mark
Ì
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.
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.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the
fuse cover.
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Safety precautions
∫ WARNING
Unit
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product
damage,
• Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping
or splashing.
• Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on this unit.
• Use only the recommended accessories.
• Do not remove the cover except disassembling
for discarding.
• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing
to qualified service personnel.
AC mains lead
The mains plug is the disconnecting device.
Install this unit so that the mains plug can be
unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.
∫ CAUTION
Unit
• Product identification marking is located on the
bottom of the unit.
• Do not throw.
• Do not hit this unit to anything. Do not apply
strong pressure to this unit. External case may
break when strong impact is applied, causing to
damage or malfunction.
• Do not leave the unit in a car exposed to direct
sunlight for a long period of time with doors and
windows closed.
• This unit may receive radio interference caused
by mobile telephones during use. If such
interference occurs, please increase separation
between this unit and the mobile telephone.
• Keep the volume knob out of reach of children to
prevent swallowing.
• Do not keep this unit and magnetized cards (bank
cards, commuter passes, etc.) close together.
AC adaptor
• The AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V
and 240 V. But obtain a suitable plug adaptor if
the plug does not fit the AC mains socket.
• The unit is in the standby condition when the AC
adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is
always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is
connected to an electrical o utlet.
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery
pack)
This unit has a built-in battery.
The following is the caution for removing the battery
when disposing of this unit (> 18, 19).
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not short circuit.
• Do not disassemble, crush.
• Do not re-use.
• Do not place in microwave ovens.
Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries
Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying
documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and
batteries must not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products
and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection
points in accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on
human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling, please
contact your local municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this
waste, in accordance with national legislation.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom symbol):
This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In
this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the
chemical involved.
English
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC
server:
http://www.doc.panasonic.de
Contact to Authorised Representative: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH,
Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
This product is intended for general consumer. (Category 3)
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About Bluetooth
®
Panasonic bears no responsibility
for data and/or information that is
compromised during a wireless
transmission.
Frequency band used
This unit uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band.
Certification of this device
• This unit conforms to frequency restrictions and
has received certification based on frequency
laws. Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary.
• The actions below are punishable by law in some
countries:
– Taking apart/modifying the unit.
– Removing specification indications.
Restrictions of use
• Wireless transmission and/or usage with all
Bluetooth® equipped devices is not guaranteed.
• All devices must conform to standards set by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
• Depending on the specifications and settings of a
device, it can fail to connect or some operations
can be different.
• This system supports Bluetooth
features. But depending on the operating
environment and/or settings, this security is
possibly not sufficient. Transmit data wirelessly to
this system with caution.
• This system cannot transmit data to a Bluetooth
device.
Range of use
Use this device at a maximum range of 10 m.
The range can decrease depending on the
environment, obstacles or interference.
Interference from other devices
• This unit may not function properly and troubles
such as noise and sound jumps may arise due to
radio wave interference if this unit is located too
close to other Bluetooth® devices or the devices
that use the 2.4 GHz band.
• This unit may not function properly if radio waves
from a nearby broadcasting station, etc. is too
strong.
Intended usage
• This unit is for normal, general use only.
• Do not use this system near an equipment or in
an environment that is sensitive to radio
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frequency interference (example: airports,
hospitals, laboratories, etc).
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®
security
Licenses
• Android and Google Play are trademarks of
Google Inc.
• The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by Panasonic
Corporation is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are those of
their respective owners.
• aptXR software is copyright CSR plc or its
group companies. All rights reserved.
The aptXR mark and the aptX logo are
trademarks of CSR plc or one of its group
companies and may be registered in one or
more jurisdictions.
Maintenance
Turn off the power of this unit and wipe with dry soft
cloth. Disconnect the AC adaptor when the AC
adaptor is used.
• When it get very dirty, wipe off dirt with a cloth
immersed in water and wrung strongly, and then
wipe with dry soft cloth.
• Solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, oil,
detergents, etc., may cause the external case to
be altered or the coating may come off, so do not
®
use them.
• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the
instructions that came with the cloth carefully.
Table of contents
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• To operate the knob, place your
thumb on the knob as indicated by
A, and turn it vertically.
• When the maximum or minimum
volume is reached, you will be
notified by a beep sound.
10 Standby/on switch [Í/I]
11 Bl ueto oth
®
pairing button (> 10)/
Play button/Pause button/Call
button (> 14)
12 LP button
[LP]
13 Microphone (> 14)
Place the unit so that its bottom will
fit in the anti-slip groove.
How to use the coverOperation of the unit
Cover
When operating the unit, hold it with
hand to prevent it from falling.
∫ How to use the cover and operation of the unit
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About the power of this unit
AC mains lead
(supplied)
[NA30]
[NA10]
AC adaptor
(supplied)
To a household
mains socket
Rear view
This unit has a built-in battery. Please charge the battery before using this unit for
the first time.
∫ Charging the battery
1Connect the AC mains lead to
the AC adaptor.
• The AC mains lead must be
connected in order of 1 to 2.
Insert all the way in.
2While the unit is turned off,
connect the AC adaptor to the
DC IN terminal.
• If charging is necessary, the
Battery indicator (red) lights. When
charging is complete, the Battery
indicator goes off.
About the battery status
Battery indicator (red)
(> 6, 7)
Fast blinking
(at approximately
1 second intervals)
Slow blinking
(at approximately
2 second intervals)
*1
These battery statuses of the unit serve only as an approximation, and may vary according to
the conditions of use.
Battery life in use/Battery charge time/Rechargeable times
Battery life in use
Battery life in use (LP mode)
Battery Charge time
*2
*3
Rechargeable times
Measured by the test method established by the company [while connecting with Bluetooth®,
using at the surrounding temperature of 25 oC]
When charging at the surrounding temperature of 25 oC after the battery is depleted.
∫ Using the unit by connecting it to a household mains socket
Press [Í/I] to turn on the unit. Connecting the AC adaptor before turning on the
unit allows you to supply power from a household mains socket during use.
• It takes longer to charge while this unit is turned on.