Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read these instructions completely. Please keep
this manual for future reference.
Supplied Accessories
The serial number of this product can be found inside
of the battery compartment.
Please note them in the space provided below and
keep as a permanent record of your purchase to aid
identification in the event of theft.
Stereo Radio Cassette Player
Model No. RQ-SW99V
RQ-SW88V
CAUTION:
Carrying case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RFC0056-K
Stereo headphones with remote control
(RQ-SW99V only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RFEV506P
Stereo headphones (RQ-SW88V only) . . . . . RFEV712P
Remote control (RQ-SW88V only) . . . . . RFEV015PCKS
Neck strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RKHT0003-Y
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
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.
≥To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web
site (http://www.panasonic.com).
≥Use numbers indicated when asking for replacement
parts.
≥Be sure to give the model number and color of the unit
when purchasing replacement headphones.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
p
Attaching the neck strap (included)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of
America
The unit is easier to carry
around if you attach the
neck strap.
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
Panasonic Sales Company, Division of
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)
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.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial
Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
©2000 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd.
Operating Instructions
Printed in Taiwan
RQTT0383-P
F0100NK0
P1
1
INSTALL A BATTERY.
One R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
(not included) battery
1
e
3
BATTERY CONDITION
CHANGING THE BASS
While playing a tape
or FM radio with selector to [MAIN]
BATT
CHECK
In the stop mode
µ5
Full
Empty
< RQ-SW99V >
“S-XBS”
“VMSS”
“
BATT
CHECK
µ5
< RQ-SW88V >
“S-XBS”
” (OFF)
“
” (OFF)
TAPE
2
RADIO
VOLUME
5
4
OPEN, LOCK
d
3
SELECTOR
TO [MAIN].
2
SELECTOR
TO [MAIN].
Plug type:
3.5 mm (1⁄8q) stereo
OFF
»
2
1 SET THE
1 SET THE
CONNECT THE
HEADPHONES.
MAIN
SUB
HOLD
MAIN
SUB
HOLD
< RQ-SW99V >
2 INSERT A
L
2 SELECT THE
3 PRESS
ADJUST THE
VOLUME.
[1, TAPE2 1].
STATION.
OCK
FF/µ
F
“AM”
4
TAP
E
PEN
LOC
2
K O
¤
⁄
/∂
Playback side
1
3
R EW
L
VOLUME
3
OPEN
R
3 SELECT THE
BA
Forward side
1
L
< RQ-SW88V >
BAND.
ND
CASSETTE.
5
A
R
RAD
IO O
N/
Plug in
firmly.
“FM”
Remote control
Basic Operation (From the main unit)
TAPE PLAYBACK
∫ How to use the remote control
You can use normal position type tapes only.
[MAIN, SUB, HOLD]
Selector
Function
Operation
Stop
[MAIN]
During playback, press [2, OFF ∫].
Fast forward (FF) or rewind (REW)*
[MAIN]
In the stop mode, press [3, FF/r] or [4, REW/s].
Tape Program Sensor (TPS)*
You can skip as many programs
as the number of times (up to 3)
the button is pressed.
[MAIN]
During playback, press [3, FF/r] or [4, REW/s].
Reverse tape direction
[MAIN]
Before operation, be sure to release hold.
< RQ-SW99V >
Press and hold.
TAPE
Main
HOLD
Volume
HOLD
RADIO
r , s
Main
r , s
Reception
Stop
Stop
Playback
Stop
Playback
FF, REW*
TPS*
Reception
During playback, press [1, TAPE21].
< RQ-SW88V >
Press [1, TAPE21] .
*To switch to playback
Operation
[MAIN, SUB, HOLD] Selector
[MAIN]
During reception, press [2, OFF ∫].
r s Volume Main button
Reverse
tape
direction
during FF, REW or TPS
Press the main button.
Station
1,.2,.3···10
^""""""J
HOLD
RADIO RECEPTION
Off
Press.
Main button s r
VOL
*To switch to playback during FF, REW or TPS
Function
Before using the volume on the remote control, adjust
[VOLUME] on the main unit so the numbers "5", "6", or "7"
can be seen on the control.
AM
FM
Troubleshooting Guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart for a possible cause of the
problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor adjustment on your
part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
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 the directory of Authorized Service Centers
(enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer
for instructions.
For detailed instructions, contact an authorized servicenter 1-800-211-7262 or
web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
BEFORE
CALLING
PROBLEM
CHECKPOINT
Radio operates but tape doesn’t.
Is the battery worn?
No operations.
≥Is the unit in the hold state?
≥Has the battery been installed with its polarities (+, -)
reversed?
≥No sounds.
≥VMSS does not function.
≥(RQ-SW99V only)
≥A gritty noise is heard.
≥Is the headphone plug firmly connected to the Ë jack?
≥Is the plug dirty?
VMSS is not working very well.
(RQ-SW99V only)
Is the volume down too low? (The VMSS system functions
better when the volume is at a higher level.)
Cannot hear music–too noisy.
Separate the unit from mobile phones.
HOLD
≥Align the poles (+ and -) properly when
Concerning the hold function
This function prevents the unit from operating inadvertently.
BATTERY
During hold state on the main unit
≥The function on the main unit and the remote control are independent of each
other.
If a button on the main unit is pressed...
inserting the batteries.
≥Do not recharge ordinary dry cell batteries.
≥Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be
used for a long time.
≥Do not use the batteries if the covering has
been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the
Battery condition indicator
The indicator is shown whenever the radio
is on or a tape is traveling.
TAPE
When the cassette holder is closed
Playback will be ready to start from the forward side.
Auto reverse
Unless [2, OFF∫] is pressed, the unit plays
3 sides of the tape and then automatically
stops.
RADIO
Note:
≥When closing the cassette holder, be sure
to push the cassette holder firmly against
the unit, and turn [OPEN, LOCK] until it
locks.
≥Do not open the cassette holder during
tape operation.
BATT
≥When you start a tape or radio reception,
the indicator scrolls 2 times before it lights.
≥When you press [BATT CHECK r5] in the
stop mode, the indicator scrolls 2 times
and lights for about 5 seconds.
≥The indicator may show a lower amount of
charge during some operations.
To obtain better reception
FM RECEPTION
Extend the
headphone cord. NORMAL
When the battery is weak
The indicator will flash and then:
BATT
CAUTION
FM:
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.
≥If rechargeable batteries are to be used,
rechargeable batteries manufactured by
Panasonic are recommended.
AM:
CITY
≥Avoid using or placing this unit near
sources of heat. Do not leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long
period of time with doors and windows
closed.
≥To avoid product damage, do not expose
this product to rain, water or other liquids.
≥Leaving the unit in this condition erases
the contents of the memory.
≥Replacing the batteries within 30 seconds
will retain any stored information.
Caution when using the included headphones (RQ-SW99V only)
≥Do not wear the headphones with the
VMSS unit to the front.
≥Do not allow children or people who are
unwell or not in full control of their faculties
to wear these headphones.
≥If you feel nauseous while using the headphones, discontinue use immediately.
Listening caution
∫ When a station is tuned in
How to receive an FM broadcast clearly
Set [FM RECEPTION] to [NORMAL].
When the FM reception is impaired, or there
is interference from a powerful station, set it
to [CITY].
FM
TUNING
EST. 1924
Do not play your headphones or earphones
at a high volume. Hearing experts advise
against continuous extended play.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
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.
Preset tuning
Frequencies of up to 20 radio stations (10
each for AM and FM) can be stored in the
memory.
∫ Memory presetting
∫ (Available only from the main unit)
1. Tune in the station to be stored.
2. Set [MAIN, SUB, HOLD] to [SUB].
3. Press and hold one of the memory
buttons ([1], [2], [3], [4], [5]) for about
2 seconds.
Memory
buttons
3. 3 beeps can be heard.
Memory
channel
M
To select a memory channel from 6 to 10
1. Press [BATT CHECK r5].
5
2. Within 10 seconds press and hold one of
the memory buttons for about 2 seconds.
For example (Memory channel 7):
[BATT CHECK r5] # [2]
∫ To recall a preset station
(From the main unit)
1. Set [MAIN, SUB, HOLD] to [SUB].
2. Press a memory button.
2. To select a memory channel from 6 to
10, press [BATT CHECK r5] and within
10 seconds press a memory button.
2. ≥Release the memory button within 2
seconds.
(From the remote control)
During reception, press [r] or [s].
MAINTENANCE
When using overseas
Every time the following procedure is performed, the allocation setting changes as
follows:
FM 0.2 MHz, AM 10 kHz(------]
(original setting)
|
;
|
FM 0.1 MHz, AM 10 kHz
|
;
|
FM 0.05 MHz, AM 9 kHz----------}
Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Matsushita
Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way,
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine
to clean this unit.
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read
the instructions that came with the cloth
carefully.
For a cleaner crisper sound
Clean the heads regularly to assure good
quality playback.
Use a cleaning tape(not included).
Product Service
Allocations need to be changed according to
the area.
VMSS (RQ-SW99V only) or S-XBS does not
function for AM reception.
If you press [BATT CHECK r5, VMSS/
S-XBS] (RQ-SW99V) or [BATT CHECK r5,
S-XBS] (RQ-SW88V) during AM reception,
“E.” is shown on the display.
VMSS (RQ-SW99V only)
Boosts the low frequency range.
The VMSS unit of the included
headphones vibrate, making the
sound seem more vigorous.
Raising the volume intensifies the effect.
If the surfaces are dirty
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry
cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft
cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution or
a weak detergent solution.
Note:
Pressing [BATT CHECK r5] while "r5" is
displayed clears it.
BASS
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:
≥Set the dial and leave it there.
VMSS
unit
∫ How to adjust the allocation
settings
∫ (Available only from the main unit)
While playing the radio
1. Set [MAIN, SUB, HOLD] to [MAIN].
2. While pressing [BATT CHECK r5],
press and hold [5, RADIO ON/BAND] for
about 3 seconds.
≥The changed allocation settings (FM and
then AM) are displayed.
Note:
Converting the allocation erases the stations
previously stored in memory.
≥The effect may be reduced with some
sources.
≥The best effect is obtained by allowing the
VMSS unit to directly contact the neck.
Depending on how the unit is worn, the effect can be reduced.
≥If you experience a ringing or discomfort in
your ear while listening in VMSS mode, reduce volume or turn the VMSS mode OFF.
S-XBS
Boosts the low frequency range.
≥If distortion occurs, turn down the volume.
Panasonic Audio Products
Limited Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company
(collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will repair this product with new or refurbished parts in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship, free of
charge, in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico as follows ( all time periods start from the
date of original purchase ) :
COMPACT DISC PLAYERS, RADIOS, VIDEO CD PLAYERS, RADIO CASSETTE PLAYERS/RECORDERS (with and without CD Players), CASSETTE
RECORDERS, MICROCASSETTE RECORDERS/TRANSCRIBERS AND IC
RECORDERS—labor and parts for one (1) year.
ACCESSORIES—HEADPHONES, CARTRIDGES,
MICROPHONES, ADAPTERS— labor and parts for ninety (90) days.
BATTERIES—(when applicable)—New rechargeable batteries in exchange for
defective rechargeable batteries for ten (10) days. Non-rechargeable batteries
are not warranted.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACKS—(when applicable)—New rechargeable
battery packs in exchange for defective rechargeable battery packs for ninety
(90) days. Non-rechargeable battery packs are not warranted.
Carry-in or mail-in service in the U.S.A. can be obtained during the warranty
period by contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory
Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory. Or call toll free, 1-800-211-7262 to
locate a PASC authorized Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-in service in Puerto Rico
can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales
Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or
other proof of date of original purchase will be required before warranty service is
rendered.
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during normal use and does not cover normal wear to the stylus
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair the unit yourself. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
∫ Product information
For product service, product information or assistance with product operation, refer to the servicenter directory.
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
Technical Specifications
Radio frequency range:
Frequency range:
Tape speed:
Jack:
Power requirement:
Dimensions (WtHtD):
Mass (without battery):
FM; 87.9–107.9 MHz
(0.2 MHz steps)
87.5–108.0 MHz
(0.1 MHz/0.05 MHz steps)
AM; 520–1710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
522–1629 kHz (9 kHz steps)
40–18000 Hz (Normal)
4.8 cm/s (17⁄8 ips)
Output; HEADPHONES
Battery; DC 1.5 V
(R6/LR6, AA, UM-3 battery)
81.1a111.3a28.5 mm (33⁄16qa43⁄8qa11⁄8q)
180 g (6.3 oz.)
Play time:
[When used in hold mode, at 25oC (77oF)
on a flat, stable surface]
Panasonic alkaline dry
cell battery; Tape; About 28 hours
Radio; About 32 hours
≥The play time may be less depending
on the operating conditions.
Note:
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate.
Panasonic Sales Company, Division
of Matsushita Electric Corporation
of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de InfanterÍa, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park,
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
(when applicable) or a dealer installed cartridge or stylus. The warranty does not
cover damages which occur in shipment or failures which are caused by products
not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accident, misuse,
abuse, neglect, mishandling, faulty installation, misapplication, set-up adjustments, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper operation or maintenance,
improper antenna, inadequate signal reception or pick-up, alteration, modification, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning damage, commercial
use, such as; hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
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 above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you
may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the Panasonic Consumer Call Center at the company address above or call toll free 1-800-211-7262.
If you ship the product
Carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original
carton.
Attach a postage-affixed letter, detailing the complaint, to the outside of the carton.
Do NOT send the product to the Executive or Regional Sales offices. They are NOT
equipped to make repairs.
Customer’s Record
Model
No.
Dealer’s
Name
Serial
No.
or
Code
No.
Dealer’s
Address
Date
of
Purchase
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