Using the unit with a computer

(Save and edit sound files you have recorded with the unit.)

 

Troubleshooting Guide

Care and Use

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)

gInstalling Voice Editing

1 Start Windows.

2

For the U.S.A.

Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.

 

 

System requirements

You will need an IBM PC/AT computer with the following attributes or equivalent, and the following software and hardware in order to use this application.

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” (page 10-b) if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information” (page 9-d) if you reside in Canada.

Symptom

Checkpoints

To reduce risk of radio interference caused by headphone-, earphone- or microphone cables, only use adequate accessories with the cable length less than 3 m.

gUnit

• Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Portable Audio Products Limited Warranty

 

 

F o r

C a n a d a

Insert the included CD-ROM #1 into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.

 

The program installer starts automatically.

 

 

• When the installer does not automatically start

 

 

ġFrom the “Start” menu click “Run”.

 

 

ġType “

:\Launcher\VEdV1Launcher.exe” and click “OK”.

3

 

ġ ġ

is the CD-ROM drive ID.

Click “Voice Editing Ver.1.0”.

Installation starts.

 

Follow on-screen instructions for any subsequent operations.

 

• The voice recognition engine and text to speech/Translation engine should start installing while Voice

 

 

Editing is being installed. (Alternatively, you can install them afterwards.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F o r

C a n a d a

 

Change the CD-ROM #1 for #2 according to the message that will appear in the middle of installation. Installation continues automatically.

Change the CD-ROM #2 for #1 according to the message that will appear when the installation of #2 is complete.

4Click “Finish” from the InstallShield Wizard Complete screen.

Selecting “Yes, I want to restart my computer now” automatically re-starts the computer and completes installation.

gConnecting this unit to a computer with the USB cable

This unit cannot be operated.

Connecting a computer to the recharging cradle housing IC Recorder

Align the jack orientation

Insert straight

Slanted

i n w i t h t h e

 

arrow facing

 

upward

 

 

Arrow side facing

OS: Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition

Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition

Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional

Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional

Only available when the user is logged in as the system administrator. Cannot be used by multiple users. (Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP only)

This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows® 3.1, Windows® 95, Windows® 98 (except for Windows® 98SE) and Windows NT®.

Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS.

This software is not Macintosh compatible.

Hardware:

 

CPU:

Windows® 98 SE / Windows® Me: Intel® Pentium® II 333 MHz or higher

 

Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP: Intel® Pentium® III 500 MHz or higher

RAM:

Windows® 98 SE / Windows® Me: 128 MB or more

Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP: 256 MB or more

Free hard disk space:

 

100 MB or more

 

• Additional free hard disk space may be necessary depending on the Windows® version and voice

 

file being used.

 

• Additional free space is required to install Acrobat® Reader®, DirectX® 9.0c, and voice

 

recognition/text-to-speech/translation engines (all included), as well as “Voice Editing Launcher”

 

(Office Add-In and Internet Explorer Contextual Menu Add-In).

 

• Additional free space is temporarily required for sound waveform display, voice recognition,

 

text-to-speech conversion, translation, sound recording, CD-R recording (Windows® XP only), and

 

“Voice Editing Launcher”.

 

• Installing all Voice Editing functions and engines for all languages requires approximately 650 MB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(

For the U.S.A.

) or 1.5 GB (

F o r C a n a d a

) of free space.

Drive:

CD-ROM drive (for installation)

 

CD-R/RW drive (required to use the CD-R writing function in Windows® XP)

Sound:

Windows compatible sound device

Display:

High Color (16 bit) or more. Desktop resolution of 800 ȿ 600 pixels or more.

(1024 ȿ 768 pixels or more recommended)

Interface: USB port (Operation cannot be guaranteed if you use a USB hub or extension cable.) Other requirements:

“U01” appears on the display.

• The battery has run down.

 

 

• Set the unit in and out of the recharging cradle several times. ( page 2-a)

No operation.

• Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted.

 

• You cannot operate when the unit is connected to a computer.

 

(

page 6-a)

 

 

Cannot recharge the batteries.

• Recharging may take dozens of seconds to start when you use

 

rechargeable batteries that had not been used for a long time.

Playback does not last long despite

• When playback using recharged batteries ends extremely fast,

recharging.

it means the battery is at the end of life. (Roughly speaking,

 

rechargeable batteries can be refreshed about 300 times.)

Operation is not possible when “hold”

• The hold function is on. (

page 4-d)

appears on the display.

 

 

 

 

“2006”, “12:00” flashes.

• Set the time. (

page 3-a)

 

“EE:EE” is displayed.

• This can occur after repeatedly recording and deleting files.

Available recording time does not increase

-Unlock all your files, then delete all folders to remedy this.

correspondingly after deleting files.

(

page 3-d)

 

 

There is no sound from the earphone

• Ensure the plug is inserted firmly.

or it is difficult to hear or noisy.

• Wipe the plug clean.

 

Recording stops.

• VAS may be functioning. (

page 4-b)

“-- --” appears instead of the recording

• Set the time. (

page 3-a)

 

date.

 

 

 

 

Playback speed is too fast or slow.

• Set the play speed to normal. ( page 5-c)

“FULL” appears.

• There are 99 files in the folder.

 

• There is no remaining recording time.

 

-Delete unneeded files. (

page 3-d)

No sound from the speaker.

• There is no sound when you have connected earphones.

Cannot delete a file or folder.

• The file is protected. ( page 3-d)

 

• The folder is already empty.

Cannot move a file.

• You cannot move files to folders that already contain 99 files.

 

• You cannot move files from A through D folder to the dictation folder.

A recording disappeared.

• Recordings can disappear if the unit receives a shock (e.g. it is

 

dropped), or the batteries go out during recording.

Cannot set a file to move.

• Settings for moving a file are cancelled if you adjust the playback

 

speed while making the settings.

 

for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

To avoid product damage, do not expose this product to rain, water or other liquids.

The unit’s speaker does not have magnetic shielding. Do not place the unit near televisions, personal

 

computers, magnetized cards (bank cards, commuter passes) or other devices easily influenced by a magnet.

gBatteries

Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use the batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Align the poles ( and ) correctly when inserting the batteries.

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

Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time.

Do not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble or expose batteries to excessive heat.

Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.

Battery mishandling can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire. If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer. Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of your body.

Keep batteries out of reach of small children. Accidental swallowing of batteries can result in stomach and intestinal damage.

When carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no metal objects such as necklaces are placed together with them. Contact with metal may cause short-circuiting which can cause a fire. For safety, carry the rechargeable batteries in the battery carrying case.

g AC adaptor

This AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V.

But

In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only.

When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration. Remove the plug adaptor from the household AC outlet when you do not use it.

With the appropriate outlet adaptor plug (not included), it is also possible to use it in other countries.

It is recommended to unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet when not in use for a prolonged period of time.

gAllergies

Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the earphones or any other parts that directly contact your skin.

Continued use may cause rashes or other allergic reactions.

g Listening caution

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puer to Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either

(a)repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

Product or Part Name

Parts

Labor

 

 

 

All Portable Audio Products

One (1) Year

One (1) Year

except item listed below

 

 

 

 

 

Rechargeable batteries (in

Ten (10)

Not

exchange for defective item)

Days

applicable

 

 

 

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must mail-in your product during the warranty period. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.

Mail-In Service

For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:

Panasonic Services Company

Customer Servicenter

Suite B

4900 George McVay Drive

McAllen, TX 78503

For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.

When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE. AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.

THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

USB cable

downward

(included)

 

Connecting a computer to IC Recorder

Inser t straight in w i t h t h e a r r o w

Mouse or equivalent pointing device

Note

The following hardware limitations should be noted.

This software is not compatible with a multi-CPU environment.

This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.

This software may not run properly on 64-bit computers.

Cannot set timer recording.

• The timer covers 24 hours from the present time only.

 

• You cannot set a recording period longer than 24 hours using the timer.

 

• Set the time. ( page 3-a)

 

• You cannot set the timer if there is less than 1 minute of available

 

recording time.

Timer recording does not work.

• The settings are cancelled if the batteries are removed and the

 

clock settings are cleared.

EST. 1924

Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play.

If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.

Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.

Customer Services Directory

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

Accessory Purchases

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com You may also contact us directly at:

1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)

facing left

Slanted

Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal

 

computers cannot be used.

This software may not run properly on home-made computers.

The following limitations should be noted.

 

• Timer recording does not work if the unit is used for playback or

 

another operation at a set time.

Cannot use a battery that can be used • This unit considers the battery as empty even if there is actually

on other equipment.

power left in it. This is to preserve the clock and other memory items.

Sound is distorted.

Non-voice recordings such as music on CDs may become

You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-air type designed to let you hear outside sounds, don’t turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around you.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what

You may also contact us directly at:

1-800-211-PANA (7262),

Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

Panasonic Services Company

20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032

(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

Align the jack orientation

USB cable

Arrow side facing

right

(included)

 

Connect one IC Recorder only while using Voice Editing.

This software does not support simultaneous use of multiple IC recorders.

When connected to a computer, “ ” appears. When transferring data, “ ” flashes.

Do not disconnect the USB cable while this is flashing.

Caution:

Use only the included USB cable with a ferrite core when connecting to computer.

gStarting Voice Editing

Double-click the “Voice Editing” icon on the desktop.

After double clicking, follow on-screen instructions.

gUsing the operating instructions (PDF file)

In the Windows “Start” menu, click “All Programs” “Voice Editing” “Voice Editing Operating Instructions” or in the “Help (H)” menu in the Voice Editing main screen, click “Operating Instructions (H)”.

Note

If DirectX 8.1 or later is not installed on your computer, follow instructions that appear on-screen.

Adobe Acrobat Reader is necessary to view the operating instructions (PDF file). If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, it is automatically installed at the same time as Voice Editing. Depending on the computer, an Adobe Acrobat Reader restart message may appear. Ignore this and continue installing Voice Editing.

Uninstall the following before installing Voice Editing Ver.1.0 (included). You cannot install two versions of Voice software on the same computer.

-Voice Editing Ver.1.0 Professional Edition

-Voice Editing Ver.1.0 Standard Edition

- Voice Editor 3

- Voice Editor 2

-Previous versions of Voice Editing software

(for Panasonic IC Recorder RR-US360/RR-US361)

-SD Voice Editor Ver.1.x

-Other versions of Voice Editing Ver.1.0

Sound files made with previous versions will remain intact, but you should back them up to be sure.

Voice recognition, text-to-speech, and translation engines are installed on the same drive as the operating system (usually the C drive).

The operating system must support the languages of the voice recognition, text-to-speech, and translation engines.

Before voice recognition, the speaker’s voice must be registered in a training process. Sound files of speakers whose voices have not been registered in training cannot be converted to text correctly.

Necessary software:

DirectX® 8.1 or later / Internet Explorer 6.0 or later

Microsoft Office 2000/XP/2003 (support for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required when using the Office Add-in)

Microsoft and its logo as well as Windows, Windows NT and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S.

Intel, Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Nuance Communications, the Nuance Communications logo, and RealSpeak Solo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications Inc. or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.

Adobe and its logo, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

Other system names and product names appearing in this document are in general the registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective developer companies.

Note that the “TM” mark and “®” mark do not appear in this document.

F o r C a n a d a

• FineSpeech(TM).

Recording and operating problems may occur on some computer systems.

Please note that Panasonic and Panasonic dealers cannot be held liable for any lost audio data or other direct or indirect damage except in cases of intentional or gross negligence.

Translation (interpreter) results are merely one example of translation (interpreter), and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. We cannot be liable for the translation (interpreter) results in any way. Additionally, please refrain from publishing, selling, or distributing unedited translation (interpreter) results, which may violate copyright law.

Maintenance

Do not use such solvents as benzine, paint thinner and alcohol for cleaning.

Remove rechargeable batteries and unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet in advance.

Solvents may cause casing to deform and coating to go off.

Wipe dust and fingerprints off using a soft, dry cloth. Soak the cloth in water, wring it thoroughly and use it for cleaning when the unit is very dirty. Wipe moisture off with a dry cloth after removing tough dirt.

Do not use kitchen detergents or chemically-enhanced cleaning cloths.

 

distorted in playback.

Sound is distorted when listening to the

• Lower the volume.

recorded audio with the stereo earphones.

• Keep the stereo earphones and the microphone you are using separate.

The battery indicator flashes when you • Make sure batteries used are the specified type.

use the unit with the AC adaptor.

• The battery indicator flashes during recording and playback

 

when you use dry cell batteries.

I hear noises.

• Move the mobile telephone away from this unit when you use the

 

two in the same area.

Voice Editing does not start or does

• Make sure that “PC” is on this unit’s display, and that this unit is

not work correctly.

recognized as a drive in Voice Editing. Set the USB cable in and

 

out of IC Recorder’s USB jack several times when the unit is not

 

recognized as a drive.

 

• The connection may not work if you connect via a USB hub or a

 

USB extension cable.

I used the “Dictation cord” supplied

• Adjust the volume on the IC Recorder. Depending on your

with the unit, but microphone

computer, you may also be able to improve the sensitivity by

sensitivity did not improve. Computer

reversing the “Straight mini plug” and the “L-shaped mini plug”

voice recognition level is still low.

connections.

Cannot successfully convert audio to

• Audio files in stereo contain sounds simultaneously made in the

text with Voice Editing.

surroundings in addition to the speaker’s voice. These sounds

 

cause voice recognition software to operate poorly. You should

 

use IC Recorder in the dictation recording mode. You can make

 

better recordings for voice recognition (monaural recordings) in

 

this recording mode ( page 2-c). (Refer to the Voice Editing

 

operating instructions (PDF file).)

Specifications

Power requirement:

DC 2.4 V (2 AAA size rechargeable batteries)

AC adaptor input:

DC 3.0 V (2 AAA size/LR03 batteries)

AC 100 V to 240 V 50/60 Hz

Power output:

350 mW (max.)

Frequency response:

320 Hz to 5,300 Hz (HQ mode)

S/N:

310 Hz to 3,500 Hz (FQ/SP mode)

35 dB (Stereo HQ mode)

Output jack:

Earphone, ø 3.5 mm (1/8 in.); 0.6 mW + 0.6 mW 16 Ϯ

Input jack:

Mic, ø 3.5 mm (1/8 in.); 0.56 mV plug in power

Speaker:

20 mm (1 3 /32 in.) 8 Ϯ

Dimensions (W x H x D):

 

Max dimensions;

34.3 mm x 119.3 mm x 16.1 mm (1 11/32 in. x 4 23/32 in. x 21/32 in.)

Cabinet dimensions;

33.6 mm x 119 mm x 14.9 mm (1 5/16 in. x 4 11/16 in. x 19/32 in.)

Mass:

65 g (2.29 oz.)

With rechargeable batteries;

Without batteries;

40 g (1.41 oz.)

Operational temperature range:

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

Rechargeable temperature range:

5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)

Recharging time:

approx. 3 hours

Memory capacity:

128 MB

Battery life: [When used at 25 °C (77 °F) on a flat, stable surface]

The battery life may be less depending on the operating conditions.

Batteries

Recording mode

Playback

Recording

Panasonic nickel-metal

Stereo

HQ

8 hours

8 hours 30 minutes

FQ/SP

9 hours

10 hours 30 minutes

hydride rechargeable

 

 

HQ

8 hours 30 minutes

10 hours

batteries

Monaural

FQ/SP

9 hours 30 minutes

12 hours 30 minutes

 

 

sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.

Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts. To establish a safe level:

Start your volume control at a low setting.

Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

Leave it there.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones or other products during operation. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone or other product.

A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased.

R B R C

 

Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

N i - M H

 

T M

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

Product Service

1.Damage requiring service – The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

(a)The AC adaptor has been damaged; or

(b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or

(c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or

(d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

(e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2.Servicing – Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.

3.Replacement parts – When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4.Safety check – After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation:

In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” (page 10-b).

For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:

Panasonic Services Company- Customer Servicenter

Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive

McAllen, TX 78503

In Puerto Rico contact the Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Tel. (787) 750-4300

Fax. (787) 768-2910

When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE, CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Also, the purchaser will be responsible for shipping the unit to the above address.

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park,

Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)

Panasonic Canada Inc.

PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

Technics Audio Product

One (1) year, parts and labour

Panasonic Audio & DVD Product

One (1) year, parts and labour

Accessories including rechargeable batteries

Ninety (90) days

In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized Panasonic service facility.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.

This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.

WARRANTY SERVICE

FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact:

Our Customer Care Centre:

Telephone #:

(905) 624-5505

 

1-800 #:

1-800-561-5505

 

Fax #:

(905) 238-2360

 

Email link:

“Contact Us” on www.panasonic.ca

FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca:

Link: “Servicentres™ locator” under “Customer support”

Panasonic Factory Service:

 

Richmond British Columbia

Mississauga Ontario

Panasonic Canada Inc.

Panasonic Canada Inc.

12111 Riverside Way

5770 Ambler Drive

Richmond BC V6W 1K8

Mississauga ON L4W 2T3

Tel: (604) 278-4211

Tel: (905) 624-8447

Fax: (604) 278-5627

Fax: (905) 238-2418

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

 

Stereo

HQ

10 hours 30 minutes

11 hours 30 minutes

Panasonic alkaline

FQ/SP

13 hours

14 hours 30 minutes

 

batteries

Monaural

HQ

12 hours

14 hours

 

FQ/SP

13 hours 30 minutes

18 hours

 

 

Power consumed by the recharging cradle when the unit is not connected is 0.2 W.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Mass and dimensions are approximate. Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.

In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

The serial number of this product can be found

User memo:

 

on the back of the cassette compartment cover or

 

 

DATE OF PURCHASE

 

 

inside the battery compartment.

 

 

 

Please note it in the space provided below and

 

 

DEALER NAME

 

 

keep as a permanent record of your purchase to

 

 

DEALER ADDRESS

 

aid identification in the event of theft.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MODEL NUMBER

RR-US500

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TELEPHONE NUMBER

 

SERIAL NUMBER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

RQT8310

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