Panasonic RQV152 - Manual (Page 2)

ENGLISH
POWER SOURCE
•Insert two UM-3 (Panasonic R6/LR6 or equivalent,
not included) batteries into the Battery Compart­
ment, making sure of proper polarities.
•When the batteries are weak, the tape sound will
become distorted, and the volume will decrease.
•For AC power operation, use only Panasonic AC
adaptor (RP-AC33, optional).
RADIO
1. Connect the included stereo earphones to the
^ Jack,
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2. Set the SELECTOR Switch to “RADIO".
3. Set the BAND Selector to the desired radio band.
•To receive FM stereo broadcast, set the BAND
Selector to "FM ST".
4. Tune in your favorite station using the TUNING
Control.
The FM ST Indicator will light during FM stereo
broadcast.
5. Adjust the volume using the VOLUME Control.
6. The radio can be turned off by setting the
SELECTOR Switch to “TAPE f^’’.
Note:
•If FM stereo reception is poor (excessive noise. FM
ST Indicator flickers), set the BAND Selector to
“FM". This will reduce the noise and provide more
clear reception; however, the broadcast wilt not be
heard in stereo.
■ Graphic Equalizer
It allows you to tailor the frequency response of the
unit. The overall tone can be altered by adjusting the
controls which control the following frequency
bands: 100 Hz, 1 kHz, 10 kHz. Positioning the
control to the “+" side of the detent will intensify the
corresponding
frequency band; the side will
attenuate it.
Antennas
FM
The stereo earphones cord serves as the FM
antenna, hence be sure to use it extended, not
coiled.
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
ll^^rectional.
■ Fast Forward and Rewind
The tape will rapidly advance in the forward or
reverse direction when one of the FAST Buttons is
pressed.
•When the tape reaches the end by pressing one of
the FAST Buttons, the tape movement stops, but
the unit is not turned off. Do not leave the set in this
condition. Be sure to press the STOP Button.
•Do not press the PLAY Button during fast forward or
rewind, as this may jam the tape. Always press the
STOP Button first, between functions.
MAINTENANCE E)
Get into habit of cleaning the head assembly (after
every 10 hours or so) with a cotton swab dampened
with a little alcohol.
NOTES
•Batteries installed with incorrect polarities may leak
and damage this unit.
•Do not mix batteries (old and new) or types (carbon
and alkaline).
•If the set is not used for a long period of time, or is
used only from an AC power source, remove all the
batteries to prevent potential damage due to possi­
ble battery leakage.
•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 the
doors and windows closed, as this may deform the
cabinet.
•Avoid spray-type insecticides. Some insecticides
contain chemicals that could cause cabinet de­
formation.
Precaution for Listening with the Headphones
•Do not play your headset 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.
•Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle,
it may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in
may areas.
•You should use extreme caution or temporarily
discontinue use in potentially hazardous situa­
tions.
•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.