Technics Microcassette Recorder RR US430 User Manual

Operating Instructions  
IC Recorder  
Model No.  
RR-US490  
RR-US470  
RR-US450  
RR-US430  
If you have any questions contact  
In the U.S.A.:1-800-211-PANA(7262)  
In Canada:1-800-561-5505  
The illustration shows RR-US470.  
Dear customer  
For U.S.A. only  
The warranty can be found  
on pages 40 and 41.  
For Canada only  
The warranty can be found  
on pages 42 and 43.  
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.  
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Table of contents  
Instruction flow chart.......................................  
Supplied accessories.......................................  
Inserting batteries ............................................  
Before use.........................................................  
Playing............................................................... 16  
Preparation  
While a file is being played  
2
4
4
5
* Adjusting the volume .............................................. 16  
* Moving forward/moving backward .......................... 16  
*
Making recorded sounds easier to catch (reducing noise)... 16  
Other playing methods .................................... 17  
Searching points for listening (fast forward and fast backward) ..... 17  
Changing the playback speed .................................... 17  
Playing files successively ........................................... 18  
Listening with earphones............................................ 18  
Advanced use  
Organizing files................................................. 19  
Deleting ...................................................................... 19  
Moving........................................................................ 19  
Lock (file protection) ................................................... 19  
Security functions ............................................ 20  
Security functions of this unit...................................... 20  
Folder S and password............................................... 20  
Setting the password .................................................. 20  
Playback using the password ..................................... 21  
When you forget the password ................................... 21  
Recording to / from a cassette tape................ 22  
Before operating, switch Hold off,  
Point 1  
when finished, switch Hold on .......................  
5
6
Recordings become audio files  
Point 2  
and the files are stored in folders...................  
Choose a recording method  
Point 3  
that best suits the situation............................  
7
8
9
Part names ........................................................  
How to use the quick search dial....................  
List of menus .................................................... 10  
Setting the time................................................. 11  
Canceling the operation beep ......................... 11  
Basic use  
Recording.......................................................... 12  
Meeting recording....................................................... 12  
Display during recording............................................. 12  
Dictation recording...................................................... 13  
Stop and pause ......................................................... 13  
Confirming the remaining time.................................... 13  
Reference  
Using the unit with a computer....................... 23  
Troubleshooting guide..................................... 30  
Specifications ................................................... 33  
Maintenance...................................................... 34  
Care and use..................................................... 35  
Product service................................................. 38  
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.).............. 40  
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)............ 42  
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 .......................................................... 15  
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Supplied accessories Inserting batteries  
Please check and identify the supplied  
accessories.  
Use numbers indicated in parentheses  
when asking for replacement parts.  
(Product numbers correct as of March  
2008. These may be subject to change.)  
3
1
2
AAA (LR03) batteries  
(not included)  
RR-US490  
: 2  
Make sure the batteries face the right directions.  
RR-US470  
RR-US470  
RR-US450  
RR-US450  
For the U.S.A.  
For Canada  
: 1  
: 2  
*
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.  
CD-ROM (Voice Editing Ver.2.0 Premium Edition)  
RR-US430  
*
*
: 1  
CD-ROM (Voice Editing Ver.2.0 Standard Edition)  
RR-US490 RR-US470  
Dictation cord [K2KC2CB00001]  
All models  
USB cable [K2KZ4CB00012]  
: 1  
*
When batteries are inserted, “  
display. Set Hold off ( page 5) and set the time (  
” or “  
” flashes on the  
page 11).  
: 1  
The battery indicator  
(Displayed during recording/playback)  
Only for the U.S.A.  
:
To order accessories, refer to  
“Accessory Purchases” ( page 41).  
Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the  
dealer from whom you have  
made your purchase.  
Replace the batteries.  
” indicates flashing.  
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* When “ ” is displayed, replace the batteries.  
Before use  
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.  
Point  
1
Before operating,  
switch Hold off,  
when finished,  
switch Hold on.  
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, “  
” appears for 2  
seconds and the recording or playing  
display reappears.  
*
When you set Hold on while the unit is  
stopped, “  
” appears for 2 seconds  
and the display turns off.  
Hold  
(Slide up)  
Remove the seal from  
the display before use.  
2 seconds  
later  
Hold off  
(Slide down)  
This unit has no power button.  
* You can make batteries last longer  
by setting Hold on and turning the  
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display off.  
5
Before use  
A new audio file is  
created each time  
you record.  
Point  
2
File  
Recordings  
become audio  
les and the  
les are stored  
in folders.  
The created file is  
stored in a folder.  
MEETING  
FOLDERS  
(A, B, C and S)  
DICTATION  
FOLDER  
(M)  
* A maximum of 99 files can be stored in each folder.  
* Remaining recording time ( page 13) may become  
shorter than periods listed in this table.  
File  
Approximate total recording time of all folders  
Model  
RR-US490  
RR-US470  
RR-US450  
RR-US430  
Recording mode  
HQ (High quality)  
FQ (Fine quality)  
79 hours 10 minutes  
39 hours  
19 hours 10 minutes  
9 hours 40 minutes  
158 hours 30 minutes 78 hours 10 minutes 38 hours 30 minutes 19 hours 30 minutes  
134 hours 66 hours 33 hours 20 minutes  
SP (Standard play) 271 hours 30 minutes  
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MEETING RECORDING  
Using different combinations of  
recording modes and microphone  
sensitivity levels, you can adjust  
audio quality according to recording  
situations. Using the zoom function,  
you can also record target voice  
clearly ( page 14).  
Point  
3
Choose a  
recording method  
that best suits  
the situation.  
To record a low-level sound source…  
Place the unit on a desk etc. closer to the source.  
Use “Lmicrophone sensitivity for close proximity  
hand-held recording.  
Meeting recording settings (no zoom recording for RR-US430)  
H (Far) L (Near)  
Microphone sensitivity  
[OFF] A normal meeting A meeting held in a small room  
[ON] A lesson, lecture An interview during a meeting  
Zoom  
recording  
Recording mode  
HQ (high quality)/ FQ (fine quality)/ SP (standard play)  
DICTATION RECORDING  
As the dictation 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.  
Dictation recording settings  
Microphone sensitivity  
Dictation Recording level (fixed)  
Recording mode HQ (high quality) (fixed)  
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Part names  
bn  
bo  
1
Display  
(during recording)  
Microphone sensitivity  
Recording mode  
Recording level  
2
3
MIC  
PO  
(PLUG  
I
N
WER  
)
Battery indicator  
Folder  
4
File  
5
bp  
bq  
M
NU  
6
7
Recording elapsed time  
8
9
bk  
Hand strap hole  
bl  
bm  
1Built-in microphone  
2Recording indicator  
3Record/ pause  
4Stop  
6Display  
7Folder/menu  
8Erase  
9Quick search dial  
blSpeaker  
bmUSB jack  
bnExternal  
boHeadphone/ earphone jack  
bpZoom microphone (dented area)  
Not on RR-US430  
microphone jack  
bqBattery cover  
bkHold  
5Zoom  
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How to use the quick search dial  
Basic operations  
In this manual  
A: Dial:  
Turn the dial to right or left  
to select an item.  
A:Turn [  
].  
B: Joystick:  
Press to confirm the item.  
*Avoid pressing too much when you turn the quick search dial.  
B:Press [  
/
] to confirm.  
q g  
Joystick operations (see above B for the conrming operation)  
Ú You can also select items by tilting the joystick. This  
manual explains dial operations in most sections.  
Playback ( pages 16 and 17)  
Password entry ( pages 20 and 21)  
C: Tilt the stick to left and  
C: Tilt the joystick to [p/o].  
right.  
Volume control  
D: Tilt the stick up and  
down.  
D: Tilt the joystick to [[/]].  
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[
]
[
]
HOLD  
ERASE  
FOLDER  
ZOOM  
STOP  
REC  
/PAUSE  
List of menus  
*
1 Press and hold [ FOLDER/ MENU] for 1 second or longer (while stopped) to display menus.  
2 Turn [  
] and press [  
/
] to confirm.  
q g  
Press [STOP] to stop an operation midway/cancel the setting.  
If an operation is not started within 60 seconds, unfinished settings are canceled.  
Recording modeÚ1 Microphone sensitivityÚ1  
LockÚ2  
page 19)  
Timer recordingÚ3  
page 15)  
Security  
page 20)  
(
(
page 12)  
(
page 12)  
(
(
Operation beep  
page 11)  
VAS  
page 15)  
Setting the time  
page 11)  
Remaining recording time  
Successive play  
page 18)  
(
(
(
page 13)  
(
(
Ú1 Displayed only when a Meeting Recording folder (A, B, C or S) is selected.  
Ú2 Displayed only when there is a recorded file.  
Ú3 Displayed only when the clock is set.  
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Setting the time  
” on the display), begin from step 4.  
* When the year is flashing (e.g. “  
” or “  
*
*
The clock operates  
with the monthly  
error margin of  
+/– 60 seconds at  
room temperature.  
The clock returns  
to standby when  
you perform no time  
setting operation  
for 60 seconds. If  
this happens restart  
setting the time.  
Set Hold off  
Display the menu  
Select “  
1 (  
2 While stopped, press and 3 Turn [  
page 5)  
] to select  
*
hold [ FOLDER/ MENU]  
for 1 second or longer.  
[
” and press  
] to confirm.  
/
q g  
Set the time  
4
Turn [  
1Year  
] and press  
[
/
q g  
]
to confirm. (Press [STOP] after confirming  
5.)  
2Month  
3Day  
4
Time display (12/24H) 5Time  
Canceling the operation beep  
Display  
Select “BEEP”  
Select “  
*
To use the operation  
1 the menu  
2
3
beep, select  
” in  
step 3.  
While stopped,  
press and hold  
[ FOLDER/  
Turn [  
and press  
]
1 Turn [  
]
and press  
[
/
]
to  
*
q g  
confirm.  
[
/
] to  
q g  
confirm.  
MENU] for 1  
2
Press [STOP].  
second or longer.  
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[
]
[
]
HOLD  
ERASE  
FOLDER  
ZOOM  
STOP  
REC  
/PAUSE  
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  
Display  
Select  
1 Recording folder  
2 the recording  
3 the recording  
(A, B, C or S)  
mode menu  
mode  
*
Press [ FOLDER/  
1P[ rFeOssLDanEdRh/ old  
1
Turn [  
].  
*
MENU].  
MENU] for 1  
second or longer.  
2Athfteerdimspalkaiyngatsure  
Each time you  
press  
HQ: High quality  
FQ: Fine quality  
SP: Standard play  
2
Press  
to confirm.  
[
/
]
q g  
right, press  
*
The factory  
[
q/  
g] to confirm.  
setting is “HQ”.  
Select the microphone  
Record  
Display during recording  
4 sensitivity level  
5
Display changes depending on recording levels.  
Press  
[REC/PAUSE].  
1Press  
[
/
]
to  
q g  
Light stays on  
while recording.  
(Flashes while  
paused.)  
display microphone  
sensitivity.  
2Turn [  
press  
] and  
to  
Recording  
[
/
]
q g  
confirm.  
elapsed time  
(Flashes while  
paused.)  
H: Far  
3Press [STOP].  
L: Near  
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Dictation recording  
As the dictation 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  
M
Record  
1
2
*
Press [ FOLDER/  
Press  
Confirming the remaining time  
MENU].  
[REC/PAUSE].  
*
When you press [ FOLDER/ MENU  
]
Each time you  
press.  
while recording, the remaining recording  
time appears  
.
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  
date  
Recording  
start time  
Recording  
time  
The number of  
files in folder  
*
Remaining recording time also  
appears when the time becomes very  
short.  
[REC/PAUSE]  
to pause. Press it again  
*
While recording, press  
to resume recording. (Recording continues in the same file.)  
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Other recording methods  
g Zoom recording (recording target voice clearly)  
Not on RR-US430  
Aim this unit to the  
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.  
sound you want to  
record and slide  
“ZOOM” is displayed  
when zoom recording is  
being used.  
[ZOOM ] toward  
q
Select Meeting Recording folders ( page12).  
the arrow.  
Do not block the zoom microphone ( 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.  
*
*
g
Recording through an external microphone  
Insert  
securely  
* When you attach an external microphone, the  
built-in microphone automatically goes off.  
External  
microphone  
(not included)  
Plug type: ø3.5 mm (1/8 in.) monaural mini plug  
MIC  
WER)  
(PLUG IN PO  
g
Listening to the recording in progress  
Connect earphones (not included).  
(Sounds are monaural.)  
Insert  
securely  
Plug type: ø3.5 mm (1/8 in.) mini plug  
* The volume is fixed for recording.  
MIC  
(PLUG IN P  
OW  
E
R
)
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[
]
[
]
HOLD  
ERASE  
FOLDER  
ZOOM  
STOP  
REC  
/PAUSE  
g Preventing unnecessary recording (VAS: Voice Activated System)  
Turn the function  
off when recording  
Recording is automatically paused if there is no sound for more than 3 seconds.  
important files  
.
Display  
Select “  
Select “  
Record  
1 the menu  
2
3
4
*
To turn the function  
(
page 12)  
” flashes  
off, select “  
Press  
and hold  
Turn [  
] and  
to  
1Turn [  
and press  
to  
]
in step 3.  
press  
[
/
]
when  
q g  
confirm.  
*
[ FOLDER/  
[
/
]
the VAS  
function is  
active.  
q g  
confirm.  
2Press  
[STOP].  
MENU] for  
1 second or  
longer.  
g 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 ( page 5).  
You can stop  
timer recording  
in progress, but  
you cannot bring  
it to a pause.  
Preparation: Select the folder to be recorded to and the recording settings (  
page 12).  
Display  
Select “  
Set the time  
Select “  
1 the menu  
2
3
4
* To confirm the  
recording start  
and finish time,  
Press  
Turn [  
] and  
to  
Turn [  
press [  
] and  
g] to  
1Start time  
and hold  
press  
[
/
]
q/  
Turn [  
press [  
confirm.  
] and  
q g  
confirm.  
*
[ FOLDER/  
confirm.  
q
/
g
] to  
perform step 2  
To cancel the  
timer, select  
.
MENU] for  
1 second or  
longer.  
*
2Finish time  
” in step 3.  
Turn [  
press [  
] and  
] to  
*
To close the menu,  
press [STOP].  
q
/
g
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confirm.  
[
]
[
][[/]][p/o]  
HOLD  
ERASE  
FOLDER  
ZOOM  
STOP  
REC/PAUSE  
Playing  
Select the folder  
Select the file  
Play  
1
2
3
Press  
Turn [  
].  
Press  
[
/
].  
q g  
* When you press  
] again,  
*
[ FOLDER/ MENU].  
[
/
Each time you press  
*Af ter selection,  
information at the  
time of recording  
is displayed.  
q g  
playback pauses.  
Press once  
more to resume  
playback.  
g While a file is being played  
Adjusting the volume  
Tilt the joystick to [[/]]. (Volume range is 0 to 20. Factory setting is 13.)  
Moving forward  
Tilt the joystick to [o].  
Tilt and hold to search ( page 17).  
Moving backward  
Tilt the joystick to [p].  
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 ( page 17).  
Making recorded sounds easier to catch (reducing noise)  
*
1Press [ FOLDER/ MENU] while playing.  
2
Turn [  
] to select “  
” (“  
” flashes when selected) and press [  
/
] to confirm.  
q g  
3Turn [  
*To cancel, select “  
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] to select “ ” and press [  
/
] to confirm.  
q g  
” in step 3.  
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Other playing methods  
g Searching points for listening (fast forward and fast backward)  
Quick search  
Turn [  
] 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 [p/o] 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.  
g Changing the playback speed  
Playback is available at 5 different speeds.  
Press  
[ FOLDER/  
MENU]  
while  
playing.  
The playback speed rises as the flashing  
bars move right. The illustration shows the  
display for the normal speed playback.  
*
* The bar flashes when listening at a  
playback speed other than normal.  
Turn [  
] to select “SPEED”  
* To return to the  
(“SPEED” flashes when selected),  
normal playback  
press [  
turn [  
speed.  
/
] to confirm, and then  
g
] to select the playback  
q
speed, move the  
flashing bars to the  
center in the way  
instructed at left.  
When playing  
back at the  
double speed  
The unit performs playback at the  
selected speed.  
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[
]
[
]
Other playing methods  
HOLD  
ERASE  
FOLDER  
ZOOM  
STOP  
REC  
/PAUSE  
g Playing files successively  
Files stored in the same folder are played successively.  
Display  
Select “ALL”  
Select “  
Play  
1
2
3
the menu  
4
Press  
[
/
q g  
].  
Turn [  
] and press  
to confirm.  
1Turn [  
] and  
]
Press and hold  
[
/
q g  
]
press  
[
/
to  
*
q g  
confirm.  
2Press [STOP].  
[ FOLDER/ MENU]  
for 1 second or  
longer.  
* 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.  
3
.
* To cancel, select  
” in step  
g Listening with earphones  
Connect earphones (not included).  
(Sounds are monaural.)  
Plug type: ø 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) mini plug  
Insert  
securely  
* The speaker is automatically turned off  
when earphones are used.  
MIC  
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Organizing files  
g Deleting (a file/ all files in a folder/ all folders except S/ all folders)  
Display the  
1 deleting menu  
Press [ERASE].  
Select a file or folder  
Delete  
2
3
Press and hold  
[ERASE] for  
1 second or  
longer.  
Turn [  
].  
When a file is deleted.  
Selecting All files in All folders All folders  
a file a folder except S  
Deleted files cannot be recovered.  
Protected les cannot be deleted.  
*
g Moving  
Preparation: Play the file to be moved ( page 16).  
Files can be moved both  
ways among folders A, B  
and C.  
Files can be moved from  
folder M to folders A, B, C  
and S, but files cannot be  
moved to folder M.  
Display  
1the moving  
menu  
Select the destination folder  
Move  
2
3 Press and hold  
Turn [  
].  
[
/
] for 1 second  
q g  
Press and hold  
or longer.  
Destination folder  
*
[ FOLDER/  
Play will stop and the  
file is moved to the end  
of the selected folder.  
Number of files in  
the destination folder  
MENU] for 1  
second or longer.  
Preparation: Select a folder containing a file to protect.  
g Lock (file protection)  
Display  
Select “LOCK”  
Select the file you want to lock  
1 the menu  
2
3
Press and hold  
Turn [  
]
1Turn [  
] and  
] to  
* To unlock, select  
the file you want  
to unlock, then  
confirm.  
*
[ FOLDER/  
and press  
press [  
confirm  
q/  
g
MENU] for 1  
second or longer.  
[
/
] to  
.
q g  
confirm.  
2Press [STOP].  
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MEMO  
Security functions  
Password (This unit)  
Authentication key  
(Voice Editing)  
Security functions of this unit  
This unit has 2 security functions.  
1Password set in this unit  
2Authentication 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  
Select “  
Select “  
Set  
1 the menu  
2
3
4 the password  
Press and hold  
Turn  
[
] and  
to  
Turn  
[
] and  
to  
1Turn [  
select a number.  
2Press [  
move to the next digit.  
After entering the  
] to  
*
[ FOLDER/ MENU]  
press  
[
/
]
press  
[
/
]
q g  
confirm.  
q g  
confirm.  
for 1 second or  
longer.  
/
] to  
q g  
fourth number, press  
[
/
] to confirm.  
q g  
3Press [STOP].  
Write down the password in the MEMO space (above) to keep it in memory.  
* To initialize the password, select “ ” in step 3 and enter the password you set.  
* To move among digits, tilt the joystick to [ ] in step 4.  
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p o  
[
]
[
][p/o]  
HOLD  
ERASE  
FOLDER  
ZOOM  
STOP  
REC  
/PAUSE  
Playback using the password  
When the password matches  
Select folder S  
Select a file  
to be played  
Enter  
The password is temporarily  
released and the selected file in  
folder S is played.  
1
2
3
the password  
1Press  
1Turn [  
Press  
].  
]
1Enter the  
4-digit  
*
[ FOLDER/  
2
[
/
q g  
to confirm.  
When the password is wrong  
MENU].  
password.  
Press  
The unit beeps twice (  
page 11) and  
2
[
/
q g  
].  
2Select “  
”.  
the password entry display reappears.  
When the password matches, the security function using the password is suspended for 10 minutes.  
When the password is released and no operation is performed for 10 minutes, the password is  
automatically set and files in folder S become unplayable.  
When wrong passwords are entered 5 times in succession, the unit stops accepting password entry for  
15 minutes.  
When you forget the password  
How folder S is displayed  
Password is not set  
Password is set  
During password entry/ password release/playback  
Password release to end in 10 seconds  
Initialize the password by taking the steps below.  
1Release all locks set on files in folder S ( page 19).  
2Delete all files in folder S. (Deleted files cannot be recovered.)  
3Enter the security menu and set the password as “  
”.  
* 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 Voice 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.  
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Recording to/from a cassette tape  
Read the operating instructions for the connected equipment.  
g Recording to a cassette tape recorder etc.  
Select the file to copy and play  
Audio cable (not included)  
Record  
Monaural  
mini plug  
Stereo  
mini plug  
Stereo  
MIC jack  
Monaural  
MIC jack  
Monaural  
mini plug  
Monaural  
mini plug  
MIC  
WER)  
(PLUG IN PO  
Audio cable (not included)  
g Recording from a cassette tape recorder etc.  
Record  
Start playing  
Press [REC/PAUSE]  
Audio cable (not included)  
Stereo  
mini plug  
Monaural  
mini plug  
Monaural  
mini plug  
Monaural  
mini plug  
Headphone  
jack  
MIC  
(PLUG  
IN PO  
WER)  
Audio cable (not included)  
* The recorded sound may differ from the original recording.  
* Adjust the recording volume on the source to the desired level.  
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Using the unit with a computer  
*
*
Voice Editing Ver.2.0 Premium Edition (hereinafter  
Voice Editing Ver.2.0 Standard Edition (hereinafter  
) is included for RR-US490, RR-US470 and RR-US450.  
) is included for RR-US430.  
RR-US490  
There are 2 CD-ROMs for  
RR-US470 RR-US450  
There are 2 CD-ROMs for  
*
.
RR-US430  
*
for Canada.  
for the U.S.A. and  
for both countries occupy 1 CD-ROM only.  
Installing Voice Editing  
1Start Windows.  
1
2Insert the included CD-ROM (or CD-ROM #1) into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.  
The program installer starts automatically.  
• When the installer does not automatically start  
(1) From the “Start” menu click “Run”.  
(2) Type “ :\Launcher\VEdV1Launcher.exe” and click “OK”. is the CD-ROM drive ID.  
Ú
Ú
3Click “Voice Editing Ver.2.0”.  
Installation starts. Follow on-screen instructions for any subsequent operations.  
For the U.S.A. For Canada  
• 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.)  
RR-US490  
RR-US470/RR-US450 for Canada  
• 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.  
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Using the unit with a computer  
Connecting this unit to a computer with the USB cable  
You cannot operate the unit while it is connected to a computer.  
2
• Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.  
Slanted  
Align the jack  
orientation.  
Insert straight in  
with USB symbol  
facing downward.  
Upside down  
(USB symbol facing  
upward)  
USB cable  
(included)  
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.  
• When connected to a computer, “  
” appears. When transferring data, “  
” flashes.  
Do not disconnect the USB cable while this is flashing.  
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Starting Voice Editing  
3
1D  
ouble-click the “Voice  
Editing” icon on the desktop.  
After double clicking, a dialog box for entering  
the authentication key appears.  
2Enter the “authentication key”.  
• Enter an “authentication key” that has 1 to  
128 characters.  
We recommend that you use a phrase that is  
easy to remember for the “authentication key”.  
Example:Good morning, this is Panasonic  
Corporation. How can I help you?  
Write down the authentication key in the MEMO  
space (  
page 20) to keep it in memory.  
3
C
lick “Settings” in the “IC Recorder  
Authentication Key Settings” dialog box  
lick “Yes” in the confirmation dialog box.  
.
4C  
See Voice Editing Ver. 2.0 Operating Instructions (PDF file) for how to use Voice Editing and other  
information not provided in this manual.  
gUsing the Operating Instructions (PDF file)  
In the Windows “Start” menu, click “All Programs”  
“Panasonic”  
“Voice Editing”  
“Voice Editing Operating Instructions” or in the “Help (H)” menu in the Voice Editing main screen,  
click “Operating Instructions (H)”.  
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Using the unit with a computer  
System requirements (through page 29)  
g
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 Ú  
Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional Ú  
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Only available when the user is logged in as the system administrator. Cannot be used by multiple users.  
(Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP only)  
• Not compatible with Microsoft Windows® 3.1, Windows® 95, Windows® 98 (except for Windows® 98 SE)  
and Windows NT®.  
• Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS.  
• Not compatible with Mac OS.  
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:  
70 MB or more (  
) or 150 MB or more (  
)
For the U.S.A.  
RR-US490 RR-US470/RR-US450 for Canada  
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  
(
) or 1.5 GB (  
) of free space.  
For the U.S.A.  
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60MB or more (  
) or 120MB or more (  
)
For the U.S.A.  
RR-US490 RR-US470/RR-US450 for Canada  
• Additional free hard disk space may be necessary depending on the Windows® version and voice file  
being used.  
• Approximately 25MB of additional free hard disk space when installing Acrobat® Reader® (included).  
• Approximately 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 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:  
Mouse or equivalent pointing device  
Note  
The following hardware limitations should be noted.  
• Not compatible with multiprocessor computers or multiboot environments.  
• Operation not guaranteed on user-built computers.  
• Operation not guaranteed on 64-bit computers.  
• Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal  
computers cannot be used.  
The following limitations should be noted.  
• Voice recognition, text-to-speech, and translation engines are installed on the same drive as the  
operating system (usually the C drive).  
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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.  
About Windows Vista  
• Visit the following website for information about Voice Editing and using it on Windows Vista.  
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  
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.  
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, 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.  
• Noise cancellation features of this software incorporate technology of ANIMO LIMITED.  
• Adobe and its logo, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.  
• FineSpeech(TM).  
• 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.  
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Install and use Voice Editing Ver.2.0 Premium Edition with RR-US490, 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 Professional Edition - Voice Editor 3  
- Voice Editing Ver.1.0 Standard Edition - Voice Editor 2  
- Voice Editing Ver.1.0 Light Edition for D-snap Audio  
- 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.  
If you install it on the same computer, note that the new desktop icon is as shown at right.  
To use only one edition, uninstall both editions and then reinstall the desired edition.  
• 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.  
• Noise cancellation may not be effective in some cases, depending on the recording 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.  
• 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:  
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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” ( page 41)  
if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information” (  
page 38) if you reside in Canada.  
Symptom  
Checkpoints  
“U01” appears on the display.  
No operation.  
• The battery has run down.  
• Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted.  
You cannot operate when the unit is connected to a computer  
page 23).  
(
Operation is not possible when • The Hold function is on ( page 5).  
“hold” appears on the display.  
“2008” or “2007”, “12:00” flashes. • Set the time ( page 11).  
“EE:EE” is displayed.  
• This can occur after repeatedly recording and deleting files.  
-Unlock all your files, then delete all folders to remedy this  
page19).  
Available recording time does not  
increase correspondingly after  
deleting files.  
(
There is no sound from the earphone or • Ensure the plug is inserted firmly.  
it is difficult to hear or noisy.  
Recording stops.  
• Wipe the plug clean.  
• VAS may be functioning ( page 15).  
“-- --” appears instead of the • Set the time ( page 11).  
recording date.  
Playback speed is too fast or slow. • Set the play speed to normal ( page 17).  
“FULLappears.  
• There are 99 files in the folder.  
• There is no remaining recording time.  
-Delete unneeded files ( page 19).  
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Symptom  
Checkpoints  
No sound from the speaker  
Cannot delete a file or folder.  
• There is no sound when you have connected earphones.  
• The file is protected ( page 19).  
• The folder is already empty.  
Cannot move a file.  
Cannot play  
You cannot move files to folders that already contain 99 files.  
You cannot move files from folder A, B, C or S to the dictation folder.  
You cannot move files from folder S unless the password matches.  
You tried to play secured files in folder S.You must enter a password  
set on this unit to play files in folder S (  
pages 20 and 21).  
A recording disappeared.  
Cannot set timer recording.  
Recordings can disappear if the unit receives a shock (e.g. it is dropped), or the batteries go out during 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 11).  
You cannot set the timer if there is less than 1 minute of available recording time.  
Timer recording does not work.  
The settings are canceled if the batteries are removed and the clock settings are cleared.  
Timer recording does not work if the unit is used for playback or another operation at a set time.  
• Timer recording setting is canceled once timer recording is  
performed. Set the timer again when necessary ( page 15).  
Files created through timer recording are  
shorter than periods set with the timer.  
• VAS may be “On” ( page 15).  
Cannot use a battery that can be This unit considers the battery as empty even if there is actually  
used on other equipment. power left in it. This is to preserve the clock and other memory items.  
Recorded sounds contain noise Reduce noise (  
page 16). Noise is reduced and listening becomes easier.  
that makes them difficult to catch.  
Recording in the HQ mode is recommended. (This unit is designed for extended  
recording of human voice. It is not suited for recording music.)  
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Symptom  
Checkpoints  
Sound is distorted.  
• Non-voice recordings such as music on CDs may become  
distorted in playback.  
Sound is distorted when listening • Keep earphones and the microphone you are using separate.  
to the recording in progress with  
earphones.  
Message appears when connecting • A message appears when you connect this unit to a computer  
to a computer.  
I hear noises.  
for the first time. It asks you to enter an authentication key. The  
key is used for authenticating the unit and the computer.  
• 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  
• Depending on your computer, you may also be able to improve  
the sensitivity by reversing the “Straight mini plug” and the  
with the unit, but microphone  
sensitivity did not improve. Computer “L-shaped mini plug” connections.  
voice recognition level is still low.  
Cannot successfully convert audio You should use IC Recorder in the dictation recording mode. You  
to text with Voice Editing.  
can make better recordings for voice recognition in this recording  
mode (  
page 7). (Refer to the Voice Editing Operating  
Instructions (PDF le).)  
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Specifications  
Power requirement:  
Power output:  
DC 3.0 V (2 AAA size/LR03 batteries)  
300 mW (max.)  
Frequency response:  
S/N:  
300 Hz to 5,000 Hz (HQ mode), 300 Hz to 3,400 Hz (FQ/SP mode)  
37 dB (HQ mode)  
Output jack:  
Earphone, ø 3.5 mm (1/8 in.); 0.5 mW 16  
Mic, ø 3.5 mm (1/8 in.); 0.56 mV plug in power  
20 mm (25 /32 in.) 8 Ω  
Input jack:  
Speaker:  
Dimensions (W x H x D):  
Max dimensions;  
Cabinet dimensions;  
Mass (Weight):  
With dry cell batteries;  
39.3 mm x 105.5 mm x 17.2 mm (1 9/16 in. x 4 5/32 in. x 11/16 in.)  
38.8 mm x 105 mm x 14 mm (1 17/32 in. x 4 1/8 in. x 9/16 in.)  
Approx. 62 g or 2.17 oz. (RR-US490/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-US490/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 (MB means one million bytes. Usable capacity will be less.):  
512 MB (RR-US490)/256 MB (RR-US470)/128 MB (RR-US450)/64 MB (RR-US430)  
Operating Humidity:  
Battery life:  
20 % to 80 % (non-condensing)  
[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  
12 hours  
15 hours  
Recording  
21 hours (When not zoom recording)  
HQ  
Panasonic alkaline batteries  
Monaural  
30 hours (When not zoom recording)  
FQ/SP  
Product ldentification Marking is located on  
the bottom of unit.  
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Maintenance  
Do not use such solvents as benzine, paint thinner and alcohol for cleaning.  
• 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.  
-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  
Danger of explosion if battery  
is incorrectly replaced. Replace  
only with the same or equivalent  
t y p e r e c o m m e n d e d by t h e  
manufacturer.  
D i s p o s e o f u s e d b a t t e r i e s  
according to the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
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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.).  
g Unit  
• Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat.  
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.  
g Batteries  
• 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 heat or expose to flame.  
• Do not leave the batteries in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with  
doors and windows closed.  
• 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 children to prevent swallowing.  
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.  
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Care and use  
g Allergies  
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  
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.  
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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:  
• 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.  
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Product 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” ( page 41).  
For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:  
Panasonic Service and Technology 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  
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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 address on page 38.  
In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the  
User memo:  
The model number and serial number of this  
product can be found on either the back or the  
bottom of the unit.  
Please note them in the space provided below  
and keep for future reference.  
DATE OF PURCHASE  
DEALER NAME  
DEALER ADDRESS  
_______________________  
_______________________  
MODEL NUMBER  
SERIAL NUMBER  
TELEPHONE NUMBER  
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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 Infantería, Km. 9.5  
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
Panasonic Portable Audio Products Limited Warranty  
Limited Warranty Coverage  
Mail-In Service  
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs  
materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics please ship the product to:  
Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred  
Panasonic Service and Technology Company  
Customer Servicenter  
Suite B  
4900 George McVay Drive  
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  
McAllen,TX 78503  
new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace  
will be made by the warrantor.  
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.  
Product or Part Name  
Parts  
Labor  
All Portable Audio Products  
except item listed below  
One (1) Year One (1) Year  
Rechargeable batteries (in  
exchange for defective item)  
Ten (10)  
Days  
Not  
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”.  
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.  
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Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also  
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with  
or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may  
or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled  
damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs  
caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.  
which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY  
misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, AREYOUR RESPONSIBILITY.  
misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance,  
Customer Services Directory  
power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of  
sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office,  
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance;  
restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or  
locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts  
service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other  
and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature  
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.  
requests by visiting our Web Site at:  
or, contact us via the web at:  
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED  
UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.  
You may also contact us directly at:  
1-800-211-PANA (7262),  
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.)  
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:  
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE  
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE  
PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.  
or, send your request by E-mail to: [email protected]  
You may also contact us directly at:  
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.  
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)  
(Monday – Friday 9 am to 9 pm, EST.)  
Service in Puerto Rico  
Panasonic Service and Technology Company  
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032  
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American  
Express, and Personal Checks)  
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  
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(ONLY FOR CANADA)  
Limited Warranty  
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 Product  
One (1) year, parts and labour  
Panasonic Portable / Clock Radio (without Tape, CD, MD)  
Panasonic Audio / SD Audio Product  
Panasonic DVD Product  
Panasonic Combination DVD Player / VCR  
Panasonic Combination DVD Recorder / VCR  
Accessories including rechargeable batteries  
One (1) year, parts and labour  
One (1) year, parts and labour  
One (1) year, parts and labour  
One (1) year, parts and labour  
One (1) year, parts and labour  
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 limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the  
exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.  
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WARRANTY SERVICE  
FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact:  
Our Customer Care Centre:  
Telephone #:  
(905) 624-5505  
1-800 #:  
Fax #:  
1-800-561-5505  
(905) 238-2360  
Email link:  
“Customer support” on www.panasonic.ca  
Link : "ServicentresTM 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.  
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.  
FCC Note:  
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,  
which 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:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
• 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:  
Model No.:  
Panasonic  
RR-US490/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-PANA (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.  
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,  
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America  
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Canada Inc.  
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3  
En  
© Panasonic Corporation 2008  
Printed in Malaysia  
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.  
RQT8824-MP  
H1206WW2088  
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park,  
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985  
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