Panasonic RR-US470 Handheld Digital Transcriber / Recorder
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1. Security functions of this unit This unit has 2 security functions Password set in this unit Authentication key set with Voice Editing See Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Operating Instructions PDF file Folder S and password Folder S is used to secure files Once set a password is necessary for playing files in this folder The password is a 4 digit number You can set the password using any combination of numbers To play files in folder S enter the password you set You can move files in other folders to folder S but you cannot move files in folder S to any of the other folders unless the password matches Setting the password Display 2 Select sJ 3 Select fi Set x the menu the password DD Press and hold Turn N and Turn E N and Turn N to FOLDER MENU press P W to press P W to select a number Cnn for 1 second or confirm confirm Press p gt Hl to ous longer e move to the next digit Ts After entering the ian REAN beep fourth number press ey gt Mi to confirm Press STOP 1 w Write down the password in the MEMO space above to keep it in memory To initialize the password select HFF in step 3 and enter the password you set To move among digits tilt the joystick to lt gt in step 4 Ce naa D M lt P HOLD ERASE eFOLDER ZOOM STOP REC PAUSE et tt TT fe Ce Playback using the2. Make sure the batteries face the right directions Replace the batteries within 30 seconds to preserve the settings Recordings remain intact The clock however will stop until the batteries have been inserted if rechargeable batteries are to be used rechargeable batteries manufactured by Panasonic are recommended When batteries are inserted 7007 flashes on the display Set Hold off gt page 5 and set the time gt page 11 The battery indicator Displayed during recording playback an CU gt CI gt A Replace the batteries 2 2 indicates flashing When 1 is displayed replace the batteries Before use Point 1 Before operating switch Hold off when finished switch Hold on Remove the seal from the display before use ZOOM gt STOP REC PAUSE HOLD ERASE FOLDER v Na utr Hold Slid i i up Hold off Slide down Hold function This function prevents accidental operation when you put the unit in your pocket or bag It also prevents battery loss from accidental unit operation When you set Hold on Button operations are ignored even if you press buttons by mistake When you set Hold on while recording or playing ho id appears for 2 seconds and the recording or playing display reappears When you set Hold on while th
3. SPEED ___ a i TAr SPEED flashes when selected HQ sts To return to the press gt Ml to confirm and then normal playback turn GN to select the playback When playing speed move the speed back at the flashing bars to the The unit performs playback at the double speed center in the way selected speed instructed at left Basic use RQT8824 O RQT8824 Other playing methods E Playing files successively Files stored in the same folder are played successively Display Select ALL Select ii Pla the menu 2 3 4 y Press and hold Turn E N and press Turn N and Press P M FOLDER MENU gt H to confirm press D gt Il to for 1 second or confirm longer o Press STOP The unit plays all files in order from the selected one to the last one When the last file finishes playback stops automatically Press STOP twice to stop successive play midway To cancel select DFF in step 3 E Listening with earphones Connect earphones not included Insert securely Sounds are monaural Plug type 3 5 mm 1 8 in mini plug Li The speaker is automatically turned off Pua 9 when earphones are used Organizing files WH Deleting a file all files in a folder all folders except S all folders Display 2 Select a file or folder 3 the deleting menu Turn W X l a TE c IE Vaya cyt
4. N step 3 press and hold and press and press wer FOLDER gt E to a D E to DFE MENU for 1 confirm un confirm madi second or longer Press STOP Preparation g RQT8824 gt N RQT8824 Recording Meeting recording Using different combinations of recording modes and microphone sensitivity levels you can adjust audio quality according to recording situations Select a Meeting Recording folder A B C or S Press FOLDER MENU Each time you press A B C SJ M Select the microphone sensitivity level Press gt H to display microphone sensitivity Turn N and press gt I to confirm Press STOP Display the recording mode menu Press and hold FOLDER MENU for 1 second or longer After making sure the display at right press gt Ml to confirm 5 Record Press REC PAUSE Carag Select ee Sash the recording SENS H mode a l rau Turn Ng N Do i HQ FQ lt SP AMPM t f Press b gt mg HQ High quality to confirm FQ Fine quality SP Standard play The factory setting is HQ Display during recording Display changes depending on recording levels Light stays on while recording Flashes while paused ZOOM MIC Recording elapsed time Flashes while paused 1 282 Dictation recording As the dictatio
5. Set the time gt page 11 EE EE is displayed e This can occur after repeatedly recording and deleting files Available recording time does not Unlock all your files then delete all folders to remedy this increase correspondingly after gt page19 deleting files There is no sound from the earphone or e Ensure the plug is inserted firmly it is difficult to hear or noisy e Wipe the plug clean Recording stops e VAS may be functioning gt page 15 appears instead of the e Set the time gt page 11 recording date Playback speed is too fast or slow Set the play speed to normal gt page 17 FULL appears e There are 99 files in the folder e There is no remaining recording time Delete unneeded files gt page 19 Symptom Checkpoints No sound from the speaker e There is no sound when you have connected earphones Cannot delete a file or folder e The file is protected gt page 19 e The folder is already empty Cannot move a file e You cannot move files to folders that already contain 99 files e You cannot move files from folder A B C or S to the dictation folder e You cannot move files from folder S unless the password matches Cannot play You tried to play secured files in folder S You must enter a password set on this unit to play files in folder S gt pages 20 and 21 A recording disappeared Cannot set
6. as benzine paint thinner and alcohol for cleaning e Solvents may cause casing to deform and coating to go off e 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 e Do not use kitchen detergents or chemically enhanced cleaning cloths 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 CAUTION P H P i Danger of explosion if battery C ei eebe an C PASONG is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the Panasonic manufacturer s instructions RR US450 Care and use 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 9 8 ft E Unit e Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat Do not leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed e To avoid product damage do not expose this product to rain water or other liquids e The unit s speaker does not hav
7. earphones Organizing files Lock file protection Security functions Security functions of this Folder S and password Setting the password When you forget the password ee re Recording to from a cassette tape 22 Using the unit with a computer cc0ee 23 Troubleshooting guide 30 Specifications 33 Maintenance 34 Care and use Product service 3 Limited Warranty ONLY A ics 40 Limited Warranty ONLY FOR CANADA ANA 42 Preparation g RQT8824 Ja RQT8824 Supplied accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories BA Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking v for replacement parts Product numbers correct as of December 2006 These may be subject to change For the U S A For Canada 1 CD ROM O 2 CD ROM Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Premium Edition Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Premium Edition 1 CD ROM 1 CD ROM Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Standard Edition Standard Edition 1 Dictation cord O 1 Dictation cord K2KC2CB00001 K2KC2CB00001 1 USB cable O 1 USB cable K2KZ4CB00010 K2KZ4CB00010 Only for the U S A To order accessories refer to Accessory Purchases gt page 41 Only for Canada To order accessories call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase Inserting batteries F not included
8. environment Choosing stronger noise cancellation in the available range 1 5 may lower the volume of the recorded voice and may change its sound characteristics e 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 Includes features for use in conjunction with Dragon NaturallySpeaking dictation software sold separately from Nuance Communications Inc For details on Dragon NaturallySpeaking visit the Nuance Communications website http www nuance com dragon Reference RQT8824 N 9 RQT8824 Troubleshooting guide 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 gt page 41 if you reside in the U S A or refer to Product information gt page 38 if you reside in Canada Symptom Checkpoints U01 appears on the display e The battery has run down No operation e Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted e You cannot operate when the unit is connected to a computer gt page 23 Operation is not possible when e The Hold function is on gt page 5 hold appears on the display 2007 12 00 flashes e
9. my TA s o amp m Press gt Ak ge apk ea gni ERASE ped R poe pa ae uh ine lt a ALL Selecting Allfilesin All folders All folders a file afolder except S E Moving Preparation Play the file to be moved gt page 16 Files can be need me Display 2 Select the destination folder ways among folders A the movin and C menu 9 Turn WANI Files can be moved from Press and hold Ao er folder M to folders A B C FOLDER ahi ragi Destination folder and S but files cannot be MENU for 1 LIC Number of files in the destination folder moved to folder M E Lock file protection Display 2 Select LOCK 3 Select the file you the menu Press and hold Turn E N OTum e Njand A FOLDER and press press Djo pO MENU for 1 gt to confirm See second or longer confirm Press STOP second on longer Delete Press and hold ERASE for Dy 1 second or NE longer y When a file is deleted M Deleted files cannot be recovered Protected files cannot be deleted Move Press and hold DAM for 1 second or longer Play will stop and the file is moved to the end of the selected folder Preparation Select a folder containing a file to protect want to lock To unlock select the file you want to unlock then confirm Basic use Advanced use RQT8824 RQT8824 o Security functions vevo Password This unit Authentication key Voice Editing
10. timer recording e Recordings can disappear if the unit receives a shock e g it is dropped or the batteries go out during recording e The timer covers 24 hours from the present time only e You cannot set a recording period longer than 24 hours using the timer e Set the time gt page 11 e You cannot set the timer if there is less than 1 minute of available recording time Timer recording does not work e The settings are canceled if the batteries are removed and the clock settings are cleared e Timer recording does not work if the unit is used for playback or another operation at a set time Files created through timer recording are shorter than periods set with the timer e VAS may be On gt page 15 Cannot use a battery that can be used on other equipment e This unit considers the battery as empty even if there is actually power left in it This is to preserve the clock and other memory items Recorded sounds contain noise that makes them difficult to catch e Reduce noise gt page 16 Noise is reduced and listening becomes easier Recording in the HQ mode is recommended This unit is designed for extended recording of human voice It is not suited for recording music Reference RQT8824 o 1 Troubleshooting guide Symptom Checkpoints Sound is distorted e Non voice recordings such as music on CDs may become distorted in playback Sound is distorted w
11. you click Electric Industrial Co Ltd How RICE ecco am Cae eo Uae a can help you en r Sa authentication key settings unplug e Write down the authentication key in the MEMO space gt page 20 to keep it in memory Click Settings in the IC Recorder Authentication Key Settings dialog box Click Yes in the confirmation dialog box See Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Operating Instructions PDF file for how to use Voice Editing and other information not provided in this manual E Using the Operating Instructions PDF file In the Windows Start menu click All Programs Panasonic gt gt Voice Editing gt Voice Editing Operating Instructions or in the Help H menu in the Voice Editing main screen click Operating Instructions H Reference RQT8824 N 5 RQT8824 Oo Using the unit with a computer E System requirements through page 29 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 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 e Not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3 1 Window
12. 4 Align the jack orientation gt Insert straight in gt Upside down with USB symbol USB cable USB symbol facing L facing downward J included upward J N M Connect one IC Recorder only This software does not support simultaneous use of multiple IC recorders Caution Use only the included USB cable with a ferrite core when connecting to computer e When connected to a computer Ff appears When transferring data PI flashes ir Do not disconnect the USB cable while this is flashing 3 Starting Voice Editing S B Double click the Voice Voice Editing Voice Editing Editing icon on the desktop Standard Complete the initial authentication settings for IC recorders supporting After double clicking a dialog box for entering authentication for security Here specify the authentication key to the authentication key appears identify the IC recorder Enter up to 128 characters IC Recorder Authentication Key Settings Enter the authentication key IO e Enter an authentication key that has 1 to 128 characters The authentication key is required if you connect the IC recorder We recommend that you use a phrase that is AN aee e io remaner E AnA reen te MD ane ara easy to remember for the authentication key rnio banii orinis authentication key will be registered on Example Good morning this is Matsushita the IC recorder when you click the Settings button If
13. H LOCK a LocK ee LOK gt a aj I ewan REAN E REMAN ia r EL AMPM M D AMPM M AMPM M D Operation beep Successive play Setting the time Remaining recording time gt page 11 gt page 18 gt page 15 gt page 11 gt page 13 HQ Ha SENSE H SENSE H SENSE H s 5 LOCK LOCK LOCK 9 1 14 gt a _ REMAIN ae REMAN tbs REIN ip a lr AMPM M D AMPM M D CAMPM M2 D x1 Displayed only when a Meeting Recording folder A B C or S is selected x2 Displayed only when there is a recorded file 3 Displayed only when the clock is set Setting the time The clock operates P lt with the monthly Set Hold 2 Display the menu 3 Select YEH error margin of off 4 60 seconds at gt page 5 While stopped press and UEH E N to select room temperature hold eFOLDER MENU Ht Hr and press When the year is for 1 second or longer p a to confirm flashing e g P0 Y on the display begin from step 4 4 Set the time The clock returns ai to standby when Turn N and press W to confirm Press STOP after confirming you perform no time yYear Month Day pg AN Time setting operation for 60 seconds If this happens restart setting the time Canceling the operation beep Display 2 Select BEEP 3 Select HFF To use the operation the menu beep select Ha in While stopped Turn E N Turn E
14. OM or CD ROM 1 into your computer s CD ROM drive The program installer starts automatically e When the installer does not automatically start 1 From the Start menu click Run 2 Type x Launcher VEdV1Launcher exe and click OK x is the CD ROM drive ID Click Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Installation starts Follow on screen instructions for any subsequent operations D For the U S A For Canada he voice recognition engine and text to speech translation engine should start installing while oice Editing is being installed Alternatively you can install them afterwards W For Canada e Change the CD ROM 1 for 2 according to the message that will appear in the middle of installation Installation continues automatically e Change the CD ROM 2 for 1 according to the message that will appear when the installation of 2 is complete Click Finish from the InstallShield Wizard Complete screen Selecting Yes want to restart my computer now automatically re starts the computer and completes installation S lt Advanced use Reference RQT8824 N x RQT8824 D Using the unit with a computer A Connecting this unit to a computer with the USB cable You cannot operate the unit while it is connected to a computer e Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one P gt SE Slanted
15. RRANTIES 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 Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 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 Customer Services Directory Obtain Produc
16. Table of contents Instruction flow Chatt ccccessssssseeeeeeeees 2 Supplied accessories 4 Inserting batteries 4 B fore 40 oo eee 5 Point 1 Before operating switch Hold of when finished switch Hold on ceeeee 5 Point 2 Recordings become audio files and the files are stored in folders 6 Point 3 Choose a recording method that best suits the situation 7 Part names 8 How to use the quick search dial 9 List Of MONUS isisisi 10 Setting the time Canceling the operation beep Basic use Recording issiiiiisissssississiiiiisissanianisasaananaanaanaa 12 Meeting recording cccccccecesescsvstisisavasepenuees sieeecenacccnceds 12 Display during recording 12 Dictation recording 13 Stop and pause 13 Confirming the remaining time 13 Other recording methods 14 Zoom recording recording target voice clearly 14 Recording through an external microphone 14 Listening to the recording in progress 14 Preventing unnecessary recording VAS 15 Timer recording saa s aia gawaa Kaga AN NGANAKAKEN EEN 15 PLAYING T 16 While a file is being played Adjusting the volume Moving forward moving backward A Making recorded sounds easier to catch reducing noise 16 Other playing methods 17 Searching points for listening fast forwi Changing the playback speed Playing files successively Listening with
17. ZOOM MIC The illustration shows RR US470 Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product For optimum performance and safety please read these instructions carefully Before connecting operating or adjusting this product please read the instructions completely Please keep this manual for future reference P PC Panasonic Operating Instructions IC Recorder Model No RR US470 RR US450 RR US430 If you have any questions contact In the U S A 1 800 21 1 PANA 7262 In Canada 1 800 561 5505 For U S A only The warranty can be found on pages 40 and 41 For Canada onl The warranty can be found on pages 42 and 43 RQT8824 P NO RQT8824 Instruction flow chart The correct instruction Instruction flow chart manual you should refer to Recordin 9 9 D For IC Recorder operation 4 This unit For instructions on connecting IC Recorder to a computer installing Playback instructions etc lo Connecting IC Recorder to a computer for editing saving USB cable included i O E jiji N Dictation cord included for RR US470 Playback voice recording on computer Save on computer backup Edit voice recording etc These Operating Instructions For Voice Editing instructions Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Operating Instructions PDF file Computer
18. e developer companies Note that the TM mark and mark do not appear in this document J Install and use Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Premium Edition with RR US470 and RR US450 Uninstall the following before installing this software You cannot install two versions of Sound File Management Software on the same computer Voice Editing Ver 1 0 Premium Edition Voice Editing Ver 1 0 Light Edition for D snap Audio Voice Editing Ver 1 0 Professional Edition Voice Editor 3 Voice Editing Ver 1 0 Standard Edition Voice Editor 2 Previous versions of Voice Editing software for Panasonic IC Recorder RR US360 RR US361 SD Voice Editor Ver 1 x Install Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Standard Edition when you use RR US430 Previous versions do not work with RR US430 Standard Edition can be installed on the same computer on which a previous version is already installed 53 If you install it on the same computer note that the new desktop icon is as shown at right Zu To use only one edition uninstall both editions and then reinstall the desired edition bala e Translation and interpretation results are merely one example and accuracy cannot be guaranteed We cannot be liable for the translation results in any way Additionally please refrain from publishing selling or distributing unedited translation results which may violate copyright law e Noise cancellation may not be effective in some cases depending on the recording
19. e 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 H Batteries e Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use the batteries if the covering has been peeled off e Align the poles and correctly when inserting the batteries e Do not mix different types of batteries or old and new batteries e Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time e Do not heat or expose to flame e Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries e 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 e Keep batteries out of reach of small children Accidental swallowing of batteries can result in stomach and intestinal damage e 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 Reference RQT8824 o 5 RQT8824 e gt Care and use H Allergies Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the earphones or any other parts that directly contact your skin Continued u
20. e unit is stopped hg d appears for 2 seconds and the display turns off gt 2 seconds later noid This unit has no power button You can make batteries last longer by setting Hold on and turning the display off Preparation g O1 RQT8824 RQT8824 Before use A new audio file is created each time yi N Point 2 you record EA Recordings become audio files and the files are stored in folders The created file is stored in a folder MEETING FOLDERS A B C and S DICTATION i f 99 fil t i h folder A maximum of 99 files can be stored in each folder FOLDER Remaining recording time gt page 13 may become shorter than periods listed in this table Approximate total recording time of all folders RR US470 RR US450 RR US430 Recording mode HQ High quality 39 hours 19 hours 10 minutes 9 hours 40 minutes FQ Fine quality 78 hours 10 minutes 38 hours 30 minutes 19 hours 30 minutes SP Standard play 134 hours 66 hours 33 hours 20 minutes Point 3 Choosea recording method that best suits the situation EN M MEETING RECORDING Using different combinations of recording modes and microphone a sensitivity levels you can adjust sat 4 audio quality according to recording situations Using the zoom function you can also record target voice clearly gt page 14 To record a low lev
21. ed area Record pause Erase External Stop Quick search dial microphone jack How to use the quick search dial Basic operations In this manual Dial Turn NGA Turn the dial to right or left to select an item Joystick Press gt W to confirm Press to confirm the item Avoid pressing too much when you turn the quick search dial a gt Joystick operations see above for the confirming operation Playback gt pages 16 and 17 x You can also select items by tilting the joystick This Password entry gt pages 20 and 21 manual explains dial operations in most sections CES kn soko ilang Tilt the joystick to lt gt Volume control Tilt the stick up and a F E down gt Tilt the joystick to A V J Preparation g O0 RQT8824 gt RQT8824 List of menus Press and hold FOLDER MENU for 1 second or longer while stopped to display menus Turn E N and press p H to confirm M Press STOP to stop an operation midway cancel the setting If an operation is not started within 60 seconds unfinished settings are canceled Recording mode Microphone sensitivity Security Lock 2 Timer recording gt page 12 gt page 12 gt page 20 gt page 19 gt page 15 HaFasp HQ Ha awed SENSE L SENSE H SENSE
22. el sound source e Place the unit on a desk etc closer to the source e Use L microphone sensitivity for close proximity hand held recording Meeting recording settings no zoom recording for RR US430 Microphone sensitivity H Far L Near Zoom 1977 A normal meeting A meeting held in a small room recording TON A lesson lecture An interview during a meeting Recording mode HQ high quality FQ fine quality SP standard play DICTATION RECORDING As the dictation recording settings Dictation recording settings are all factory set dictation can be recorded quickly and simply Use Mu Dictation Recording level fixed this mode when computer voice recognition software is to be used EEE HO high quality fixed Preparation g RQT8824 09 RQT8824 Part names 20 Me o 0 re pas 7 N yi 2 o 2 5 E wad GA OOM gt 0606 agU D ERASE r Display during recording Microphone sensitivity Recording mode Recording level Zoom AA aE Hold Battery cover C l sp a Battery indicator P A Folder ale Pia A oS Recording elapsed time Built in microphone Display Speaker Headphone earphone jack Recording indicator Folder menu USB jack Zoom microphone dent
23. file Specifications Power reguirement DC 3 0 V 2 AAA size LRO3 batteries Power output 300 mW max Frequency response 300 Hz to 5 000 Hz HQ mode 300 Hz to 3 400 Hz FQ SP mode S N 37 dB HQ mode Output jack Earphone 3 5 mm 1 s in 0 5 mW 16 Q Input jack Mic 3 5 mm 1 8 in 0 56 mV plug in power Speaker 20 mm 29 32 in 8 Q Dimensions W x H x D Max dimensions 39 3 mm x 105 5 mm x 17 2 mm 1 9 16 in x 4 5 32 in x 11 16 in Cabinet dimensions 38 8 mm x 105 mm x 14 mm 1 17 32 in x 4 1 8 in x 9 16 in Mass With dry cell batteries Approx 62 g or 2 17 oz RR US470 61 g or 2 13 oz RR US450 60 g or 2 11 oz RR US430 Without batteries Approx 39 g or 1 37 oz RR US470 38 g or 1 33 oz RR US450 37 g or 1 31 oz RR US430 Operational temperature range 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Memory capacity 256 MB RR US470 128 MB RR US450 64 MB RR US430 Battery life When used at 25 C 77 F ona flat stable surface The battery life may be less depending on the operating conditions Batteries Recording mode Playback Recording HQ 12 hours 21 hours When not zoom recording Panasonic alkaline batteries Monaural FQ SP 15 hours 30 hours When not zoom recording e Specifications are subject to change without notice Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit Reference RQT8824 ow 3 RQT8824 A Maintenance Do not use such solvents
24. h can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution To assure continued compliance follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or peripheral devices Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Panasonic Model no RR US470 RR US450 RR US430 Responsible party Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus NJ 07094 Support Contact Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company 1 800 211 7262 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This statement is applied to only Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Panasonic Consumer Electr
25. hen listening to the recording in progress with earphones e Keep earphones and the microphone you are using separate Message appears when connecting to a computer hear noises A message appears when you connect this unit to a computer for the first time It asks you to enter an authentication key The key is used for authenticating the unit and the computer e Move the mobile telephone away from this unit when you use the two in the same area Voice Editing does not start or does not work correctly e Make sure that PC is on this units display and that this unit is recognized as a drive in Voice Editing Set the USB cable in and out of IC Recorders USB jack several times when the unit is not recognized as a drive e The connection may not work if you connect via a USB hub or a USB extension cable l used the Dictation cord supplied with the unit but microphone sensitivity did not improve Computer voice recognition level is still low e Depending on your computer you may also be able to improve the sensitivity by reversing the Straight mini plug and the L shaped mini plug connections RQT8824 N Cannot successfully convert audio to text with Voice Editing e You should use IC Recorder in the dictation recording mode You can make better recordings for voice recognition in this recording mode gt page 7 Refer to the Voice Editing Operating Instructions PDF
26. ice Editing Ver 2 0 Operating Instructions PDF file This security function is only to limit a playback function for files by password not by encryption We do not guarantee any kind of loss in case your password gets broken up Advanced use RQT8824 N 1 RQT8824 N Recording to from a cassette tape Read the operating instructions for the connected equipment E Recording to a cassette tape recorder etc Select the file to copy and play gt Record Audio cable not included gt Monaural Stereo mini plug mini plug Mit jack Monaural Monaural Monaural i mini plug mini plug MIC jack _ _ _ Audio cable not included E Recording from a cassette tape recorder etc Start playing gt Record Audio cable not included Press REC PAUSE aiaa Stereo Monaural mini plug mini plug Monaural Monaural Headphone mini plug mini plug jack Audio cable not included The recorded sound may differ from the original recording Adjust the recording volume on the source to the desired level Using the unit witha computer wvoice Editing Ver 2 0 Premium Edition hereinafter 27 is included for RR US470 and RR US450 Voice Editing Ver 2 0 Standard Edition hereinafter is included for RR US430 There are 2 CD ROMs for 7 for Canada 9 for the U S A and for both countries occupy 1 CD ROM only E Installing Voice Editing Start Windows Insert the included CD R
27. iginal 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 address on page 38 In Canada contact the Panasonic Canada Inc Customer Care Centre at 1 800 561 5505 or visit the website www panasonic ca or an authorized Servicentre closest to you The model number and serial number of this User memo product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit DATE OF PURCHASE Please note them in the space provided below DEALER NAME and keep for future reference DEALER ADDRESS MODEL NUMBER TELEPHONE NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER Reference RQT8824 o RQT8824 Limited Warranty ONLY FOR U S A Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Ave 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Portable Audio Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly beca
28. n recording settings are all factory set dictation can be recorded quickly and simply Use this mode when computer voice recognition software is to be used Select folder Record 17 2 Press FOLDER Press Confirming the remaining time MENU REC PAUSE Each ti When you press FOLDER MENU acn time you while recording the remaining recording press time appears Aj BI C SI t M Stop and pause Press STOP to stop recording The following recording information is displayed when recording is stopped To return to the initial menu press FOLDER MENU again Recording _ Recording _ Recording _ The number of Remaining recording time also date start time time files in folder appears when the time becomes very short While recording press REC PAUSE to pause Press it again to resume recording Recording continues in the same file Basic use RQT8824 gt Ja RQT8824 Other recording methods E Zoom recording recording target voice clearly Not on RR US430 Zoom recording enables you to clearly record sounds coming from the direction this unit is aimed at It is suitable for recording lectures and interviews Select Meeting Recording folders gt page12 HQ OOMJOD Aim this unit to the SENSE i sound you want to record and slide ZOOM is displayed ZOOM b toward when zoom recording is the arrow being used D Do not block the zo
29. o 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 WA
30. om microphone gt page 8 intentionally with your fingers or other items Zoom recording can be switched on and off even when Hold is on The zoom function does not work when you select folder M or when you use an external microphone E Recording through an external microphone When you attach an external microphone the built in microphone automatically goes off Plug type 3 5 mm 1 8 in monaural mini plug E Listening to the recording in progress Connect earphones not included Sounds are monaural Plug type 93 5 mm 1 8 in mini plug The volume is fixed for recording Insert securely One External microphone not included ANANG Insert h 4 securely An HOLD ERASE ol fese E Preventing unnecessary recording VAS Voice Activated System Recording is automatically paused if there is no sound for more than 3 seconds Display 2 Select g the menu Press Turn E N and and hold press gt gt Hl to FOLDER confirm je MENU for 1 second or longer E Timer recording Timer recording can be set to make 1 recording at a specified time After setting the timer you can keep the unit on standby by setting hold on gt page 5 Preparation Select the folder to be recorded to and the recording settings gt page 12 2 Select 3 Select fn 4 Set the time Display the menu Press Turn E N and and hold press g
31. onics Company Panasonic Canada Inc Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3 ED One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 www panasonic ca http www panasonic com 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Printed in Malaysia RQT8824 P Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park H1206wwo Carolina Puerto Rico 00985
32. password 1 Select folder S Select a file Enter When the password matches The password is temporarily to be played the password released and the selected file in Press Turn E N Enter the FOLDER Press gt Hl 4 digit MENU to confirm password Select S Press gt Hi folder S is played When the password is wrong The unit beeps twice gt page 11 and the password entry display reappears M When the password matches the security function using the password is suspended for 10 minutes M When the password is released and no operation is performed automatically set and files in folder S become unplayable for 10 minutes the password is When wrong passwords are entered 5 times in succession the unit stops accepting password entry for 15 minutes When you forget the password Initialize the password by taking the steps below 8 Password is not set Release all locks set on files in folder S gt page 19 8 Password is set Delete all files in folder S Deleted files cannot be recovered E During password entry password release playback Enter the security menu and set the password as DEE Il Password release to end in 10 seconds How folder S is displayed You can also keep the files in folder S and just delete the password Connect this unit to a computer and use the computer to delete the password See Vo
33. roduct One 1 year parts and labour Panasonic Portable Clock Radio without Tape CD MD One 1 year parts and labour Panasonic Audio SD Audio Product One 1 year parts and labour Panasonic DVD Product One 1 year parts and labour Panasonic Combination DVD Player VCR One 1 year parts and labour Panasonic Combination DVD Recorder VCR One 1 year parts and labour Accessories including rechargeable batteries Ninety 90 days 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 limi
34. roduct service 1 Damage requiring service The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if a Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit or b The unit has been exposed to rain or c The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or d 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 gt page 41 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 or
35. s 95 Windows 98 except for Windows 98 SE and Windows NT e Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS e Not compatible with Mac OS Hardware CPU Windows 98 SE Windows Me Intel Pentium 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 LA 70 MB or more For the U S A or 150 MB or more For Canada e Additional free hard disk space may be necessary depending on the Windows version and voice file being used e 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 e 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 e Installing all Voice Editing functions and engines for all languages requires approximately 650 MB For the U S A or 1 5 GB For Canada of free space 60MB or more For the U S A or 120MB or more For Canada Additional free hard disk space may be necessary depending on the Windows version and voice file being used eApproximately 25MB of addi
36. se may cause rashes or other allergic reactions H Listening caution 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 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 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 e Start your volume control at a low setting e Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly and without distortion Once you have established a comfortable sound level e 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 Reference RQT8824 o 7 RQT8824 P
37. se voices have not been registered in training cannot be converted to text correctly About Windows Vista e Visit the following website for information about Voice Editing and using it on Windows Vista http panasonic net support Necessary software DirectX 8 1 or later Internet Explorer 6 0 Microsoft Office 2000 XP 2003 support for Word Excel and PowerPoint is required when using the Office Add in These features are not available in B e Microsoft and its logo as well as Windows Windows Vista Windows NT and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries e IBM and PC AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U S e Intel Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries e Nuance the Nuance logo the Dragon logo Dragon NaturallySpeaking and RealSpeak are trademarks and or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications Inc or its affiliates in the United States and or other countries e Noise cancellation features of this software incorporate technology of ANIMO LIMITED e Adobe and its logo Acrobat and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated e FineSpeech TM e Other system names and product names appearing in this document are in general the registered trademarks or trademarks of the respectiv
38. t gt I to FOLDER confirm MENU for om 1 second or RAN AL longer rEe AMM M D Turn the function off when recording important files Record gt page 12 To turn the function 3 Select n Turn E N ag flashes off select DFF and press when in step 3 gt H to oy the VAS confirm NINA function is Press Ste active STOP T M You can stop timer recording in progress but you cannot bring it to a pause To confirm the Turn N and OStart time recording start press gt B to Tum Kf and and finish time contirm press b ll to perform step 2 confirm To cancel the Finish time timer select DFF in step 3 To close the menu press STOP Turn W X and press gt lll to confirm Basic use RQT8824 Playing 1 Select the folder 2 Select the file 3 Play Press Turn NAN Press gt W eFOLDER MENU Pe 4 VI When you press Each time you press After selection DAH again D AI B C S information at the playback pauses AJ BJ QJ S time of recording Press once MJe is displayed more to resume PAS layback E While a file is being played pane Adjusting the volume Tilt the joystick to A V Volume range is 0 to 20 Factory setting is 13 Moving forward Tilt the joystick to gt Tilt and hold to search gt page 17 Moving backward Til
39. t 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 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 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 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 Reference RQT8824 A 1 RQT8824 N Limited Warranty ONLY FOR CANADA Panasonic Canada Inc PANASONIC 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 P
40. t the joystick to lt Tilt it twice to play the previous file Tilting once starts the playback of the previous file when it has been playing for less than 3 seconds Tilt and hold to search gt page 17 Making recorded sounds easier to catch reducing noise Press FOLDER MENU while playing Turn E N to select EA EA flashes when selected and press p gt W to confirm Turn N to select in and press gt Ml to confirm To cancel select fF F in step RQT8824 gt Other playing methods E Searching points for listening fast forward and fast backward Quick search Turn XN while playing You can search forward backward quickly without sound except the operation beep The fast forward and fast backward speed changes according to the dial turning speed To return to normal playback stop turning Slow search While playing tilt the joystick to lt gt and hold it in the position for 1 second or longer You can search slowly with sound To return to normal playback release your finger E Changing the playback speed Playback is available at 5 different speeds Press me The playback speed rises as the flashing FOLDER a 2 bars move right The illustration shows the The bar flashes when listening at a eae display for the normal speed playback playback speed other than normal while playing ee Turn N to select
41. tation 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 Customer support on www panasonic ca FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre at www panasonic ca Link Servicentres locator under Customer support 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 Reference RQT8824 A 3 THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY INTHE U S A FCC Note U S only This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception whic
42. tional free hard disk space when installing Acrobat Reader included eApproximately 50MB of additional free hard disk space when installing DirectX 9 0c included 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 X 600 pixels or more 1024 X 768 pixels or more recommended Interface USB port Operation cannot be guaranteed if you use a USB hub or extension cable Other requirements Mouse or equivalent pointing device Note The following hardware limitations should be noted e Not compatible with multiprocessor computers or multiboot environments e Operation not guaranteed on user built computers e Operation not guaranteed on 64 bit computers e Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled some personal computers cannot be used The following limitations should be noted e Voice recognition text to speech and translation engines are installed on the same drive as the operating system usually the C drive Reference RQT8824 N 7 RQT8824 Using the unit with a computer e The operating system must support the languages of the voice recognition text to speech and translation engines e Before voice recognition the speaker s voice must be registered in a training process Sound files of speakers who
43. use of a defect in materials or workmanship Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto 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 except item listed below One 1 Year One 1 Year 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 Puert
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