Panasonic RQ-SX40 User manual

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Panasonic
Stereo Cassette Player
RQ-SX40
Operating Instructions
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Supplied Accessories
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SERIAL NUMBER -
Matsushita Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Matsushita
Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
Naw Jersey OF Ot
Panasonic Sales Company,
Divisian of Matsushita Electric of
Puerto Rico, Inc. (“ PSC")
Avo, 65 de Infanteria, Kr, 9.5
San Gabnet Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00085
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Track system: d4track, 2 channel, G) Earphones jack i0)
sterea E Dalby moise reduction awitsh (00 NR)
Frequency
range
i)
Volume
coniral
(VOL)
(Normal/High/Metal):
40~18,000
Hz
(--G
dB)
{4}
Blank
skip,
reverse
mode
selector
Output jack: PHONES (B.S 0ND, OFFI)
Power requirement: W Hold switch far main unit (HOLD)
Rechargeable i} Cassette holder open knob (OPEN)
battery: DG 1.2 V [included T Play, tape direction button (<4 P}
facharqeanla
battery)
8}
Stop
button
(E)
Battery; DG 15 V fone AA site a) Fast forward button {FF}
(RELARG) battery] ‘it Rewind button {REW}
Bimensions ([WĦHS Di 119.0%75.82 1:8 mm ai Connection terminal for battery case
(Arg ee r] ih Rechargeable battery compartment cover
Waight: TBS g (6,7 Oz) (with ih Earphones jack
rechargeable
battery)
T
Ona-répeat/tone
contral
button
{= 1-APT/EQ)
Charger 412 Display
Input; AG 120 V, 5060 Hz Jë Rewind, fast forward buttons
Output: DG S40 ma, Le Y i(REW/—, FFi+)
ih Main (play, change direction, stop) button
Nola: dt Plig
Spenllgastions are subject io change witira ia Clip
notice ai Valume contra! (VOL)
Weight and dimensions ant approximate. g5 Hold switch for ramote controller (HOLD)
oa Slider
When not muse: Slide Lia ihe Hider to prevent
anlanglement:of the cord,
w Plug

| Power Sources |
Rechargeable battery
For its initial use after purchasing or after a long time interval (more than three
months), be sure to recharge the rechargeable battery.
Normally 2 hours recharging will give approximately 10 hours tape playback
{at 25°C).
2 Insert the charged battery
into the unit.
1 Recharge the
rechargeable
battery.
Dry cell battery
1
insert
one
AA
battery
2
Attach
the
battery
(R6/LR6
or
equivalent,
not
case
to
the
unit.
included) into the battery ae
case.
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E To extend the playback time
Install both types of battery (rechargeable and dry cell batteries) in the unit.
E Battery condition indicator
While the unit is operating, the remaining
battery charge is indicated on the display
pane! of the remote controller.
Since flashing of the indication tells the weak
of the battery, recharge the rechargeable
battery or replace the battery with new one.
Accidental Operation Prevention
Function (HOLD mode)
To hold
a}
To release
% 9 OS
©
o @ HOLD
2 SY }
To release
ln
This function prevents the unit from operating even if one of the buttons is
pressed in error.
Use this function to prevent the following situations:
While not in use, the play inadvertently starts and the battery runs down.
#Play is interrupted while the unit is in use.
B To use the hold function
Set HOLD to the hold position (hold state).
®When the remote controller is in the hold state, the display shows “EIE”.
@Both the main unit and remote controller have a HOLD switch, and each of
them works individually.
| Tape Playback |
1 Insert a cassette tape.
Normal position/TYPE 1 EA
High position/TYPE H Eoi
Metal position/TYPE [V eal
ı front cover.
f The type of tape is automatically de-
tected.
Closing the cover, playback will
be expected to start from the
side A.
© Push the knob
while pressing the
Unless the earphones and remote
controller are firmly inserted into the Q)
jack, the sound may become
intermittent, or operation using the
remote controller may become
impossible.
4 Press <4 P>.
(Playback is started.)
eee
CL a»
Press.
5 Adjust the volume.
To stop playback:
Press E.
Volume control
Be sure to adjust the volume control
on the main unit to “S—7” position.
E illuminated remote controller
Pressing any button on the remote controller or the unit lights the display for
approximately 5 seconds, enabling easy use even in dark areas.
@ The operation and confirmation tones
(Only using the remote controller)
The operation tone sounds following situations.
“Beep” sounds whenever the remote control button is pressed.
The beep tone, which is emitted when the button is pressed once in the stop
mode, indicates that a cassette is not inserted.
The confirmation tone sounds after the operation tone.
Parentheses in the illustration represent confirmation tones.
E Automatic side A/B detection function
This unit has a function that detects which side is
being played, using the cutout screw hole on side A
of the cassette.
lf there is no cutout on the cassette, the cutout is on
side B, or depending on other features of certain
cassette types, the side may not be correctly de-
tected.

| Convenient Function |
Preparation: Release the hold state.
During playback
Press.
To change the tape
direction
To fast forward or rewind in the stop mode
Press. Press.
© ©
To start playback
Press «q >.
During playback
Press up to 9 times.
© ©
(REW TPS) (FF TPS)
To find the beginning of a
song [TPS"]
To listen the tape recorded
with Dolby NR (type B)*?
During playback
Press and hold.
(Beep)
In the stop mode
REW
(Beep Beep
Beep)
To start playback
Press main button.
During playback
Press up to 9 times.
ofr ONDONR
To change the play mode
continuously.
Both sides of the cassette are played
—h.]
02)
B.S OFF DONC)
The forward and reverse sides of the
cassette are played once and the playback
stops.
Blank-skip function
a
B.S OFFFDONKD
To fast forward a silent part
to the opposite side
[BLANK-SKIP*]
During play
Press and hold.
To repeat a current song
{ONE-REPEAT] (Bee...p)
Press and hold.
p a
B.S OFF DONC
To cancel
pa
0 0)
B.S OFF OND
Only remote controller
To cancel
(Beep)
ONE-REPEAT is also cancelled
when tape operations are switched.
In the stop mode
Press and hold. (Bee. ..p)
To search a song on the
cassette
(INTRO-SCAN™]
To change the tone
[EQ effect’)
To resume a normal playback
Press.
Each time you press æ 1-RPT/EQ during
playback, EQ effect will change as follows in turn.
NOR————— S-XBS————>. TRAIN
(Beep)
(Beep Beep}
(Beep Beep Beep)
E TPS: Tape Program Sensor”
You can skip as many songs as the number of
times {up to 9) the button is pressed.
To change the number of times to skip songs:
Press FF or REW during TPS.
To stop TPS:
Press <€ > or main button.
(Normal playback is started.)
E 25x high-speed search
The unit employs a power-saving high-speed
motor to increase the fast forwarding and rewind-
ing speed to approximately 25 times that of nor-
mal playback. This feature is really useful when
using the TPS or intro-sean function.
The tape may not travel at the high speed if
either of these operations is performed in the
middle of the tape or close to its end.
E Dolby noise reduction system’
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under
license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol OO are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
@ BLANK-SKIP (8.S)*
When a silent part of more than 13 seconds is
detected during playback, fast-forwarding auto-
matically starts and then playback of the opposite
side of the cassette starts from the beginning.
®When playback is started at the point close to
the end of the last song, it may not work prop-
erly.
eWhen smal sound continues for more than
13 seconds, the unit may start fast-forwarding.
When you listen to a classical music, set the
selector to the OFF/—> position to release the
Blank-skip function.
@ INTRO-SCAN”
Allows you to fisten to the beginning portion (intro)
of the songs for about 10 seconds each, in order.
Since making use of the silent part between
songs, the TPS, ONE-REPEAT and the Intro-
scan function may fail to function properly in the
following situations:
When the silent part between songs is less than
4 seconds or has noise.
When the next silent part is less than 10 sec-
onds away.
When there is a long silent part or particularly
low or small sound in the song.
During TPS or intro-scan, the unit automatically
reverses when the end of the cassette tape is
reached and operation continues. However, if the
end of a cassette tape is detected three times, the
tape automatically stops.
E EQ effect"
NOR:
The EQ effect is cancelled.
$-XBS:
Boosts the low frequency range.
elf the sound distortion occurs, turn down the
volume.
TRAIN:
Gives a more natural quality to the sound and
reduces strain and fatigue when you listen for a
long time. It also cuts down the audible level of
sound which disturbs people around you.

|
Cautions
|
eTo avoid product damage, do not expose this product to
rain, water or other liquids.
Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do
not leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight
for a tong period of time with the doors and windows
closed, as this may deform the cabinet.
Rechargeable battery and charger
eUse only the included charger when recharging.
During recharging, it is normal for the charger and the
rechargeable battery to get slightly warm.
Do not leave the charger tumed on for more than
12 hours at one time, otherwise, the rechargeable bat-
tery life may be shortened.
eAvoid recharging or placing the rechargeable battery
near sources of heat or humidity.
eThe included rechargeable battery can be recharged
about 300 times. After that, its operation time becomes
shortened, which will be the time to replace it.
eDo not peel of the plastic covering on the batteries.
Short-circuiting may result which is dangerous.
Dry cell battery and rechargeable battery
Load new battery with their polarities (G) and ©) aligned
correctly,
Do not apply heat to batteries, or internal short-circuit
may occur.
elf this unit is not to be used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store them in a cool and dry
place.
e Remove spent batteries immediately.
Carrying batteries around
When putting dry batteries and rechargeable battery ina
pocket or bag, ensure that no other metal objects such as
a necklace be packed together with them. Contact with
metal may cause short-circuiting which, in turn, may
cause a fire. The same caution needs to be heeded with
the battery case containing a dry battery. When carrying
the rechargeable battery around, be absolutely sure to
place it inside the included rechargeable battery carrying
case.
Listening caution
Q
Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high
volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous ex-
tended play.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or
discontinue use.
Oo not use while operating a motonzed vehicle. It may
create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
You should use extreme caution or temporarily discon
tinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Even if your headphones or earphones is an open-air
type designed to let you hear outside sounds, don’t tum
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:
eStart your volume control at a low setting.
Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfort-
ably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
Sat the dial and leave it there.
| Product Service |
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair
the unit yourself. Refer servicing to qualified per-
sonnel only.
Product information
For product service, product information or assis-
tance with product operation, refer to the ser-
vicenter directory.
(In U.S.A. consult MSC Authorized Servicenters
for detailed instructions or call 1-800-545-2672 for
the address of an authorized factory servicenter.}
POWERED BY NICKEL-CADMIUM BAT-
TERY.
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF
PROPERLY.
ATTENTION:
The product that you have purchased is pow-
ered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is
recyclable. At the end of it’s useful life, under
various state and focal laws, it may be illegal to
dispose of this battery into the municipal waste
stream.
Check with your local solid waste officials for
details in your area for recycling options or
proper disposal.
Maintenance
Head care
To ensure good sound quality for tape operation,
be sure to clean the head after approximately
every 10 hours of use.
Clean the portions which contact the tape (the
shaded portions in the figure below) with a cotton
swab dampened with a little alcohol.
Do not bring metal articles or magnetic material,
such as a screwdriver, near the head assembly.
CAUTION:
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 op-
eration.
Main unit
Clean it with a cloth, dampened in a mild solution
of soap and water.
Do not clean the cabinet with benzine or thinner.
Avoid excessive moisture.
Avoid spray aerosol type cleaner. Some cleaners
contain corrosive chemicals that may cause inter-
nal damage and cabinet deformation.
Head demagnetization
In order to maintain good sound quality, it is rec-
ommended that the head assembly be demag-
netized when distortion or poor sound quality
persists after cleaning the head. If the head as-
CAUTION:
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 Rutes.
These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment gen-
erates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in ac-
cordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. if
this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment
sembly becomes magnetized, it could create loss
of high end frequency response.
Several types of head demagnetizers are avail-
able and may be purchased separately at local
electronics supply stores. Follow the instructions
that are supplied with the device.
Do not bring any type of metal objects or tools,
such as magnetic screwdrivers, in contact with the
head assembly.
Earphones and remote controller plug
If sound is punctuated by breaks or noise is heard
when earphones and remote controller plug is
rotated, wipe away dirt on plug.
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
@Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equip-
ment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the re-
ceiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for heip.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment would void the user's authority
to operate this device.