Panasonic RX-5085 User manual

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FM-AM-FM Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder
voce RX5085.
Read these instructions completely before operating this set.

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Radio Cassette Recorder.
For optimum performance follow these operating instructions
carefully. CONTENTS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT PRECAUTIONS ............0-.00000 cee eae 1
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. RECORD PREVENTION TABS
CAUTIONS: (KNOCK-OUT TABS) .............02..., 1
eVoltage ranges 110-115 V, 200-220 V and
230-250 V are not for use in USA. (in USA use LOCATION OF CONTROLS ........-. 0.4, 2
115-127 V) POWER SOURCE ............0-.0:00000- 3
@Operation at a voltage setting higher than 125 V
AC may require the use of a different AC plug. RADIO eee aS, GF eine WE, coca eat aa Se, ace a, loreal ean Oe 4
Please contact either a local or foreign TAPE PLAYBACK eran 5
Panasonic Authorized Servicenter for assis- {| [| CCC TUTTe Terres
tance in selecting an alternate plug adaptor. TAPE RECORDING ..........0. 0000.00 eee 6
The serial number of this product may be found on the label MAINTENANCE .... 2-00-2002 0seeeee eee 7
inside the battery compartment. CONNECTIONS ...............20000 05 8
You should note the serial number of this unitinthe space Jo fs
provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your SUGGESTIONS FOR SAFETY .... Back cover
purchase to aid in identification in the event of a fire or theft.
PRODUCT SERVICE ............ Back cover
MODEL NUMBER: RX-5085
SERIAL NUMBER:
PRECAUTIONS
® Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not leave it
in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long time with the max. 104°F (40°C)
doors and windows closed as this may deform the cabinet.
@Cassettes should not be stored in direct sunlight or in very hot or
humid locations.
Avoid using C-120 cassette tapes with this unit because they can
be easily broken, stretched or twisted if not used with extreme
care.
@For added safety, disconnect the Pencil
power cord from the AC power
outlet when not using the unit.
@Tape looseness can be corrected
by inserting a pencil through one
of the cassette reels and turning
it to take up the slack.
RECORD PREVENTION TABS (KNOCK-OUT TABS)
Cassettes are provided with plastic tabs {as illustrated) to prevent
accidental erasing of a recording. :
Recordings can be made only when the tab is intact. NO
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LOCATION
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CONTROLS
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Dolby NR
This unit includes Dolby Noise Reduction which reduces tape
noise to a remarkable degree.
Briefly, the system works as follows:
At low sound levels (where tape noise is most noticeable), the
high frequency (treble) portion of the sound is recorded at a
higher level.
During playback, the same high frequency portion of the
sound is played back at a lower level. Since tape noise is
introduced during recording and consists mainly of high fre-
quencies, the tape noise is also reduced during playback. In
effect, the sound is boosted during recording, then the sound
along with the tape noise is reduced during playback. The .
result is unaltered sound with reduced tape noise. ,
*“Dolby”’ and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
*Noise reduction system manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Sa oem pep OES
@ Volume Control (VOLUME)
@ Bass Control (BASS)
© Treble Control (TREBLE)
@ Balance Conirol (BALANCE)
@ Mode Selector/Beat Proof Switch
(MODE/BEAT PROOF)
@ Function Selector (SELECTOR)
@ Tape Selector (TAPE)
© Dolby Noise Reduction Switch (DOLBY NR)
© Band Selector (BAND)
@ Record Muting Button (REC MUTE)
@® Headphone Jack (PHONES)
® Tweeters (Treble Speakers)
® Built-in Microphones (MICROPHONE)
@ Tuning Control (TUNING)
® Woofers (Bass Speakers)
© Dolby Noise Reduction Indicator (DOLBY NR)
@ Tape Program Sensor (TPS) Indicator
@® Cassette Compartment
@ Record Button (0 )
@ Rewind Button ( ¢<¢ REWIND)
@ Fast Forward Button ( >> FF)
® Playback Button (> PLAY)
® Stop/Eject Button (i STOP/ 4 EJECT)
@ Pause Button (11PAUSE)
@ Level Meter (LEVEL)
@ Tape Counter and Reset Button (COUNTER)
@ FM Stereo Indicator (FM STEREO)
® Handle
€) Microphone Jacks (MIC)
@ Line Input Jacks (LINE IN)
@ Line Output Jacks (LINE OUT)
® Telescopic Antenna
@ External Speaker Jacks [EXT SP (3-80)]
@® Voltage Selector (VOLTAGE SELECTOR)
€ AC Socket (AC IN ~ )
® Power/Battery Check indicator (POWER/BATT) @ Battery Compartment
POWER SOURCE
Battery Operation: ®Battery removal
1) Open the battery compartment cover as shown in the figure
below by pressing in on the two retaining tabs and pulling toward
you.
2) Insert 8 ‘‘D”’ size (Panasonic UM-1 or equivalent) batteries into
the battery compartment, making sure that the batteries are
installed in the designated numerical order and that the proper
polarities (® and ©) are maintained.
3) Replace the compartment cover.
Remove the batteries as shown in the figure below.
Note:
To operate on battery power, unpiug the AC power cord from
the household AC power outlet and the AC Socketon the unit
as the AC Socket automatically switches the batteries.

®Baittery life
When the batteries are weak, the tape speed will slow down, the
sound will become distorted, and the volume will decrease.
Set the Function Selector to “TAPE”’.
Depress the Playback Button. When the Battery Check Indicator
goes out or dims, it is time to replace ail the batteries with new ones.
POWER/BATT -C)- NORMAL
POWER/BATT @ REPLACEMENT
Note:
When the Function Selector or other controls are switched,
the indicator may light up. This does not indicate that
anything is wrong with the set.
@ AC Power Operation:
1) First, check the AC Voltage Selector to insure that it is set to the
voltage which corresponds to your household AC voltage. lf not,
select the proper voltage by inserting a small screwdriver into the
slot provided and turning the screwdriver until the desired
voltage appears through the opening.
110-115 V 115-127 V 200-220 V
230-250 V
2) Connect the accessory AC power cord to the AC Socket in the
unit and your household AC power outlet. Upon plugging the
power cord into the AC Socket, the unit will automatically switch
from battery to AC operation.
AC power outlet
AC power cord
RADIO
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1) Set the Function Selector to “‘“RADIO”’.
©The Power Indicator will light.
2) Set the Band Selector to the desired radio band (AM or FM),
3) Set the Mode Selector to “AMBIENCE”, “STEREO” or
“MONO”.
4) Set the Volume Control for the desired sound level.
5) Tune in your favorite station using the Tuning Control.
Adjust the Tuning Control for optimum sound quality.
6) Adjust the Volume, Balance, Bass and Treble Controls.
7) The radio can be turned off by setting the Function Selector to
“POWER [OFF]”.
FM AFC
This unit utilizes an Automatic Frequency Control (AFC) circuit
which locks the tuned station during FM and FM stereo reception.
This assures additional stability without frequency drift.
Notes:
@To receive FM stereo broadcasts, set the Mode Selector to
“AMBIENCE” or “STEREO”’. The FM Stereo Indicator will
fight during stereo broadcasts.
@lf FM stereo reception is poor (excessive noise, FM Stereo
Indicator flickers). Set the Mode Selector to “MONO”. This
will reduce the noise and provide clear reception; however,
the broadcast will not be heard in stereo.
& Ambience
The Ambience Sound System enhances the sound from a normal
stereo sound source.
This unit increases the stereo imaging, thereby broadening the
listening area of the stereo sound. Therefore, you can enjoy the
stereo sound as if you were in a concert hall.
Antennas:
FM:
@Pull out the Telescopic Antenna and adjust its length and angle for
optimum reception.
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AM:
®The sensitive ferrite core antenna inside the set will provide
excellent AM reception in most areas. For optimum reception, turn
the set in the direction which gives the best results since the ferrite
core antenna is directional.
& Level Meter
The Level Meter lights to indicate the source level in each mode:
radio, tape playback and recording, and even when using the unit a:
an amplifier with extreme sound sources. :

TAPE PLAYBACK
1) Open the Cassette Compartment cover by depressing the Stop/
Eject Button. insert the cassette as shown in the figure, and then
close the Cassette Compartment cover.
Full reel of tape
Note:
Make sure the exposed part of the cassette tape is face
down. if itis upside down, the Cassette Compartment cannot
be closed.
2) Set the Function Selector to “TAPE”.
3) Set the Tape Selector as shown in the table, according to the
cassette tape used.
®Tape Selector Settings for Various Tapes
Tape Selector position Tape |
Metal tape
CrOz High bias chromium tape
or equivalent
NORMAL Low bias ferric oxide tape |
4) Set the Mode Selector to “AMBIENCE”, “STEREO” or
“MONO”.
5) Depress the Playback Button, and playback will begin.
@The Power Indicator will light.
6) Set the Dolby Noise Reduction Switch to ‘‘IN” to play back a tape
recorded with Dolby Noise Reduction. The Dolby Noise Reduc-
tion Indicator will light. For other tapes, set the switch to “OUT”.
7) Adjust the Volume, Balance, Bass and Treble Controls.
8) To stop playback, depress the Stop/Eject Button. Otherwise, at
the end of the tape, the Playback Button will release and the
power will shut off automatically.
e@Tape Counter and Reset Button
The digits return to ‘‘000”’ when the Reset Button is depressed. The
digits advance with the tape to provide a reference to quickly find a
desired part of the tape.
@ Pause Button
The Pause Button can be used to temporarily stop the tape from
moving during recording or playback.
Before beginning a recording, first depress and lock the Pause
Button. Then, depress the Record Button. (The tape will not move.)
When ready to record, depress the Pause Button to release it. This
will start the tape movement for immediate recording.
Note:
Do not use the Pause Button to stop the tape for along period
of time.
The power is not turned off when the Pause Button is
depressed. Always use the Stop/Eject Button to turn the
power off.
@ Fast Forward and Rewind
The tape will rapidly advance in the forward direction when the Fast
Forward Button is depressed.
The tape will rapidly advance in the reverse direction when the
Rewind Button is depressed.
REWIND FF
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Note:
Do not depress the Playback Button during fast forward or
rewind operation, as this may jam the tape. Always depress
the Stop/Eject Button first, between functions.
@ Full Auto Stop
When the tape reaches the end during playback, recording, fast
forward or rewind, the automatic stop system will release all the
buttons and automatically turn the power off.
Note that the power is not turned off if the Function Selector is set to
“LINE IN” or “RADIO”; the Function Selector must be set to
“POWER [OFF]”.
Note:
The Full Auto Stop will not function while the Pause Button is
depressed.

@ Tape Program Sensor (TPS)
The Tape Program Sensor can be set to automatically find and play
back a predetermined selection on a recorded cassette tape.
Procedure:
1) Follow the same procedure as described in steps (1)—(7) of
“TAPE PLAYBACK” on page 5.
2) While in the play mode, depress the Fast Forward or Rewind
Button. The TPS Indicator will light.
e@Depress the Fast Forward Button. The tape will advance to the
next program and automatically begin to play.
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Depress the Rewind Button. The tape will rewind to the
beginning of the present program and begin to play.
REWIND PLAY
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TPS Intervals
The TPS function will operate with most pre-recorded tapes. For self
recorded tapes, follow the procedure below.
1) Set the unit to the recording mode (refer to ‘TAPE RE-
CORDING’”).
2) Depress and hold the Record Muting Button for 4-6 seconds
after a program has been recorded. (No sound will be recorded
while depressed, but the Level Meter will function.)
3) Depress the Pause Button.
4) Release the Record Muting Button.
5) Depress to release the Pause Button to record again.
in the following instances, the Tape Program Sensor may not
operate normally. This does not, however, indicate a failure.
eWith tapes of conversations having a great many gaps in the
dialog.
e@With tapes having tracks with extremely low sound levels.
e@With tapes having portions among the tracks where no sound has
been recorded.
With tapes having intervals of less than 3 seconds long.
@With tapes having a high level of noise during the intervals.
When less than 10 seconds separate the program you are listening
to and the next program when you want to move on to listen to the
next program.
TAPE RECORDING
@This unit has an Automatic Level Control (the recording level is
automatically adjusted).
®This unit has a variable-sound monitor system, which means that
the monitor sound can be adjusted using the Volume Control
without affecting the recording itself.
@This unit comes with a one-touch recording mechanism.
This means that when recording you need depress only the
Record Button. (In other words, you do not have to depress the
Playback Button.)
@ Recording Radio Broadcasts
1) Follow the procedure described in “RADIO” on page 4.
2) Insert the cassette into the Cassette Compartment.
3) Set the Tape Selector according to the cassette tape used.
4) Depress the Pause Button and then depress the Record Button.
®@The Dolby Noise Reduction Indicator will light if the Dolby Noise
Reduction Switch is set to “IN”.
5) Depress to release the Pause Button and the recording will
begin.
6) To stop the recording, depress the Stop/Eject Button.
7) Set the Function Selector to “POWER [OFF]” toturn the unit off.
@Beat-Proof Switch
When an AM broadcast is recorded, the Beat-Proof Switch can be
used to reduce unwanted “‘beat’’ signals (whistle} which are some-
times present. Set the switch to whichever position best reduces
these “‘beat”’ signals.
@ Recording through the Built-in Microphones
The condenser microphones in this unit are omni-directional (all
directions), so that recordings can be made from any direction.
1) Set the Function Selector to “TAPE”.
2) Set the Mode Selector to “STEREO” or “MONO”.
3) Follow the procedure described in steps (2)—(6) of ‘Recording
Radio Broadcasts’’, above.
| Note:
When recording through the Built-in Microphones, set the
| Volume Control to its minimum position.
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& Recording through External Microphones
1) Connect the optional external microphones to the Microphone
Jacks. The Built-in Microphones will be automatically dis-
connected.
2) Follow the procedure described in ‘‘Recording through the Built-
in Microphones” on page 6.
Notes:
Use two microphones which have the same specifications.
@When only one extemal microphone is used for recording,
the sound will be heard only from the channel (left or right) to
which the microphone is connected.
To prevent recording of sounds through the Built-in.
Microphone for the channel (left or right) to which the |
external microphone is not connected, connect an erase
plug (QJP0959, optional) into the Microphone Jack not
being used.

@ Recording from External Equipment
(Refer to page 8)
1) Connect the output terminal of the external equipment to the
Microphone Jacks or Line Input Jacks.
2) Set the Function Selector to the position which corresponds to
the source. ‘
3) Follow the procedure described in steps (2)—(7) of ‘Recording
Radio Broadcasts”.
Notes:
®@When recording from a TV, telephone, etc., the sound will
be recorded through the Built-in Microphone corresponding
to the side to which the connection is not made. To prevent
this, connect an erase plug (QUP0959, optional) into the
Microphone Jack not being used.
@lf the volume {evel of the TV or other equipment is too loud
during recording, the recorded sound will be distorted. Set
the volume of the TV or other equipment to the usual
listening level.
@ Monitoring
The monitor system enables you to listen, through the Built-in
Speakers, headphones or external speakers, to the sound as it is
being recorded. Sound can be monitored in the following ways:
@When recording from the radio, the sound being recorded can be
monitored through the Built-in Speakers, headphones or external
speakers.
eWhen recording from a sound source connected to the
Microphone Jacks or Line Input Jacks, the sound being recorded
can be monitored through the Built-in Speakers, headphones or
external speakers.
®To prevent feedback (howling) when recording through the Built-in
Microphones, the sound being recorded cannot be monitored
through the Built-in Speakers, headphones or external speakers.
@When recording through external microphones, use headphones
to monitor the sound.
If it is necessary to adjust the volume level of the sound being
monitored, do so by using the Volume Control.
Note:
{f external microphones are placed too close to the speakers
in the unit, feedback (howling) may be heard. If so, place the
microphones as far away from the speakers as possible, or
reduce the volume.
@ Erasure of Recordings
When recording, previously recorded signals on the tape will be
erased automatically.
To erase a tape without re-recording, use the following procedure.
(Make no connections to the Line Input Jacks).
1) Set the Function Selector to “LINE IN”.
2) Set the Tape Selector according to the cassette tape used.
3) Depress the Record Button.
MAINTENANCE
The head assembly, capstan and pressure roller are in constant
contact with the tape. If these parts are dirty, the sound quality will be
impaired. Get into the habit of cleaning the parts regularly (after
every 10 hours or so of use) in accordance with the procedure
outlined below.
1) Open the Cassette Compartment cover by depressing the Stop/
Eject Button.
Depress the Playback Button.
The Recording/Playback Head, Erase Head, Capstan and the
Pressure Roller can be seen. Clean them with a cotton swab, ora
piece of wood with a soft cloth wound around it.
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Notes: .
elf the heads are extremely dirty, clean them with a soft cloth
dampened with a little alcohol.
®Do not clear the capstan and pinch roller with alcohol.
Alcohol can cause premature aging of the pinch roller.
@The use of cleaning tapes is not recommended, as some
are abrasive and may cause premature wear of the heads.
Simply, clean the head assembly as described above.
The use of a tape head demagnetizer is not necessary. The
heads will demagnetize automatically after each recording.
®Do not bring metal articles or magnetic material such as a
screwdriver near the head assembly.
Do not clean the plastic cabinet with benzine or thinner.
Clean it with a solution of soap and water.
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Telephone
& Amplifier Operation
[EE CED 1) Connect the caupatert to be amplified to the Line Input Jacks.
ib 2) Set the Function Selector to “LINE IN”.
3) Adjust the Volume, Balance, Bass and Treble Controls.
Stereo cassette deck 4) To turn the power off, set the Function Selector to “POWER
& Stereo Cassette Deck Operation
Function Selector... “LINE IN” (for recording)
“TAPE” (for playback)
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PHONES
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Headphones
Notes:
®Some audio material is copyrighted. Recordings of such
material must be limited to personal use.
It is illegal to record telephone conversations unless all
persons being recorded are advised beforehand.
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SUGGESTIONS FOR SAFETY |
7.
Before using this unit, be sure to read applicable items of the
Operating instructions and these safety suggestions carefully; and
afterwards keep them handy for future reference. Take special care
to follow the warnings indicated on the unit itself as well as in the
Operating instructions.
1. Avoid places where there is water or humidity.
Do not use this unit near a bathtub, washbasin, swimming pool,
or the like. Damp basements should also be avoided.
2.-Don’t allow water or any foreign object to get inside this
unit.
Don’t place small metal objects or anything containing liquid on
or near the unit.
3. Avoid placement of the unit where it will be exposed to the
direct rays of the sun, or where ventilation is inadequate.
Don’t place this unit in a bookcase or between cabinets, or
where curtains or furniture may obsiruct the ventilation holes.
4. Place this unit away from heat-emitting appliances.
Never place this unit near a radiator, heat register, stove, or any
other heat-emitting equipment. (Including Amplifiers).
5. Placement
Place the unit on a stable, vibration-free, level shelf or stand.
6. Check the voltage rating of this unit before connecting the
unit to a power supply.
Be sure to connect the unit only to the type of power supply
indicated in the operating instructions, or as indicated on the
unit itself.
10.
11.
Care of the power cord and plug.
Take care that the cord is not bent sharply (especially near its
connection to the unit or near the plug), that nothing is placed on
it, and that it is not pinched or crushed. Never take hold of the
plug or cord if your hand is wet, and always be sure to grasp the
plug body when connecting or disconnecting it.
. If the unit will not be used for along period of time:
Be sure to disconnect the power cord.
. Maintenance
Refer to the operating instructions for details.
Never attempt repairs yourself:
(a) If the power cord or plug is damaged.
(b) if a foreign object or liquid falls into the unit.
(c) If the unit is exposed to rain.
(d) Ifthe unit does not function normally, or if operation shows
an unusual change.
(e) If the unit has been dropped and the cabinet or chassis are
damaged ... etc.
Unplug the power cord and consult with a qualified technician
(or the dealer from whom the unit was purchased or the nearest
service center).
Repairs ,
Except for adjustments explained in the operating instructions,
do not attempt any repairs yourself. Be sure to request service
from a qualified technician (or your dealer or nearest service
center).
PRODUCT SERVICE
. Should your Panasonic product ever require service, refer to
enclosed Directory for an Authorized Panasonic Servicenter or
consult your authorized Panasonic dealer for detailed instructions.
SERIAL NUNBER: Located on the label affixed to the inside of the
battery compartment.
Panasonic Company
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Hawaii Inc.
91-238 Kauhi St. Ewa Beach P.O. Box 774
Honolulu, Hawaii 96808-0774
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