Panasonic
Stereo Radio Cassette Player
RQ-SW20
Operating Instructions
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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read these instructions completely.
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SPECIFICATIONS
FM, 87.5-108 MHz
AM; 522-1811 kHz
Battery; DC 3 Y (Two
Radio Frequency Range:
Power Requirement:
R&/LAS, UM-3
batteries)
AG; with optional AC
adaptor RP-AC31
Power Output: 20 mW-+20 ;mY...AMS
(max)
Frequency Range a
{Normal/CrOa Metal): .40-16000 Hz (—6 dB)
Jack:
mput DC IN; SV
Output; HEADPHONES
Dimensions:
(WxHxD) 91,0x120.7x38.5 mm
Weight: 260 g without batteries
Note:
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530-91 , Japan
Printed in Taiwan ROTTO:04-1E FO19500
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Supplied accessories mn
© Stereo headphones (RFEV703P-, AS)
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& Beil clip (RGUTO005-G)
Power sources
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Battery compartment IS inside the cassette holder.
eWhen the batteries are weak, the OPR/BATT indicator
will become dim or turn off during operation, and this unit
will turn off to protect the ‘memorized contents. When
replacing the batteries, manage it within 30 seconds, or
the memorized contents will be cancelled.
e For AC power operation, take off the attached rubber cap
and connect the AC adaptor (RP-AC31, optional) to the
DC IN jack,
If you disconnect the AC adaptor unit from the AC power
outlet, the memorized contents for the radio will be
cleared,
Water resistant (Splash proof)
This unit is splash-proof and is not designed to be used
under water.
Please note the following points to avoid possibie damage
to the unit and the included headphones.
"Do not drop them into water and dash much water.
| the unit of the headphones get wet with water or sweat,
dry them with a soft cloth,
eDo not open the cassette holder near water or sand.
- Before opening or closing the cassette holder, be sure to
wipe off water, dust orsand on the unit and operate with
a dry nand.
eMake sure of no sand and dust around the cassette
holder. If there is sand or dust the cassette holder will not
close properly and water will get into, which may cause a
trouble.
® 0g not expose ine unit or ine headphones io sait water. If
the unit and headphones are immersed in salt water,
wash them in a little fresh water then dry with soft cloth.
Never wash them under running water.
e Since water in the headphones jack may cause damage,
cover it with attached rubber cap when the headphones
are not in use.
eDo not place the unit and the ‘headphones for a long
period of time in high temperature and high humidity area
such as bathrooms or damp basements, etc.
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attached rubber cap.
Attaching the belt clip m
This apparatus was produced to BS 800. _ |
Cautions
* Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do
hol icave it if an auioimoniie exposed ic direct suniight for
a long period af time with the doors and windows closed,
as this may deform the cabinet.
e\When not in use, disconnect the AC adaptor from the AC
power outlet.
To prevent possible damage to this un nit
eLoad new batteries with their polarities (® and ©)
aligned correctly.
e Do not apply | heat lo batteries, ar internal sHortcircuit may
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elf this unit is not to be used for a long period of time, or
used on AC mains supply, remove the bafteries and store
them ima cool and dry place,
* Remove spent batteries immediately.
eDo not use old and new batteries together. Also never
use an alkaline battery with a manganese battery.
Precautions for Listening with the Headphones
*Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing
expénts advise against continuous extended play.
elf you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or
discontinue use.
sDo not use while operating à motorized vehicle, It may
create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
e YOU should use extreme caution or temporarily discon-
tinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
e Even if your headset is an 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.
Maintenance
elf the head assembly is extremely dirty, clean it with a soft
cloth dampened with a little alcohol.
e Do not bring metal articles or magnetic material, such as
a screwdriver, near ihe head assembiy.
e Do not clean the cabinet with benzine or thinner.
Clean it with a solution of soap and water.
® Avoid spray aerosol type cleaner, Some cleaners contain
corrosive chemicals that may cause internal damage and
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FM MODE/TAPE selector
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VOLUME control
XBS, VMSS switch
DIR selector OPR/BATT indicator
Stop button (IM) ) —— TUNING indicator
— > TUNING buttons (+, —)
— e FM/AM,
= MODE button
Playback button (- №)
Fast БыНоп5 (<<, >»)
‚7... Memory buttons
OPEN, LOCK screw (1.234 5
HOLD switch RADIO ON/OFF button
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E Connecting the headphones H
Ш To prevent unwanted operation В
You cannot activate front panel buttons when the HOLD
switch is set to "HOLD" (Hold state}. @
Before using any of the front panel buttons, move the
HOLD switch to release the hold state. )
Listening to the radio
1. Release the Hold state.
2. Press RADIO ON/OFF to switch on the radio.
The OPR/BATT indicator will illuminate and the fre-
quency display will appear.
3. Press «FM/AM to select the band (FM or AM).
4. Press the + or — button to tune in your favorite
station.
The frequency display will change. (AM step by 9 kHz,
FM step by 0.05 MHz)
When tuning into a station, the TUNING indicator will
illuminate. If itis an FM stereo broadcast, “STEREO” will
be shown on the display.
5. Adjust the VOLUME control.
N To stop the radio
Press RADIO ON/OFF.
EN Antennas
FM:
Since the headphones cord serves as the FM antenna, be
- sure to use it extended, not coiled.
AM:
— The built-in ferrife core AM antenna is directional. Tum the
unit to obtain optimum reception.
E FM mode selector
To receive FM stereo broadcasts, set the FM MODE selec-
tor to “ST”. If the reception is poor (excessive noise), set to
“MONO”. This will reduce the noise and provide clear re-
ception, however, the broadcast will not be heard in stereo.
E Preset tuning
Total 20 stations can be stored.
You can store each station separately as follows,
MODE1: FM: 1,2,3,4,5 AM: 1,2345
MODEZ: FM: 1,234,5 AM: 1.2345
It is recommended that you use MODET for daily, and
MODEZ for travel.
Mode selecting
Press and hold «== MODE for more thar 2 seconds.
or is shown on the display.
Memory presetting
1. Tune in a station to be stored. - - 0 a
2. Press and hold one af the memory butions (1,2, 3,4.5)
for more than 2 seconds.
3 beeps can be heard.
Memory tuner operation
Press one of the memory buttans (1,2,3,4,5).
Notes:
Tape playback
1. Insert the cassette. [1
When closing the cassette holder, turn the screw until it
locks with the cassette holder pushed against the unit.
To remove the cassette IF
- Open the holder fully until vou hear click, and slide up
the casseite.
2. Set the TAPE selector, according to the tape used.
NCR: Normal type
CrOz [MTL]: Chromium and metal type
3. Press Ap,
The OPR/BATT indicator will illuminate.
“TAPE” appears on the display.
4. Adjust the VOLUME control.
e Play will be continued, locping forward and reverse side,
until is pressed.
e Tape direction can be reversed manually using the DIA
selector.
M To stop playback
Press E.
E To fast forward and rewind
Press «dor > button.
The tape will rapidly move in the direction of the arrow.
«Do not open the cassette compartment cover during tape
operation. a
— eBetween functions (during play, fast forward or rewind),
always press IN first to avoid jamming the tape.
eWhen the tape reaches the end after fast forward or
rewind, press M to release the button.
elf you press RADIO ON/OFF to switch on the radio during
tape operation, the button will not be released even
though the motor has stopped. In this case, press IN to
release the button.
Changing the tone
XBS ~~
Boosis the low frequency range.
«if the sound distortion occurs, turn down the volume.
VMSS
Boosts the low frequency range. Also, the vibration of the
earpieces of the included headphones makes sound vig-
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Raising the volume level makes the VMSS effect intensify.
#VMSS does not function for AM reception.
-*VMSS may not be effective according to the source.
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