Panasonic Ic Recorder Rr-us050 Operating Instructions

							


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Operating Instructions
IC Recorder
RR-US050Model No.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca
© 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Japan
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Dear customerThank you for purchasing this product. 
For optimum performance and safety, please 
read these instructions carefully. 
Before connecting, operating or adjusting 
this product, please read the instructions 
completely. Please keep this manual for future 
reference.
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 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 or more 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.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to 
operate this device.
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.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ, 07094 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This statement is applied to only Canada
Preparation1Inserting batteries
The battery indicator (displayed during operation)
1
2Supplied 
accessories
Stereo earphones 
(L0BAB0000172)
CD-ROM (Voice Editing Ver.1.0 
 Professional Edition)
USB cable  (K2KZ4CB00008)
Dictation cord  (K2KC2CA00003)
* 
For the U.S.A.
To order accessories, refer to 
the “Limited Warranty”  on  page 
10.
For Canada
To order accessories, call the 
dealer from whom you have 
made your purchase.* If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable 
batteries manufactured by Panasonic are recommended. 
(Rechargeable batteries may not last as long as regular 
batteries.)
* Replace the batteries within 30 seconds to preserve the 
settings. The clock however will stop until the batteries 
have been inserted. Recordings remain intact.AAA, LR03 
battery 
(not included)
Replace the batteries
Hint 2
Recorded 
contents are 
stored in 
folders
Before use
Hint 3
Meeting
recording
Dictation
recording
* Press [
g STOP] to stop the operation midway/
cancel the setting.
* The unit returns to standby if there is no 
operation during each setting after 10 seconds 
have elapsed.
* Because the settings are 
automatically set, you can 
record easily to take notes. * By combining settings, you 
can record the sound that 
best suits your needs.
LO (Close) HI (Distance)
Stereo
Microphone
 sensitivity
Microphone 
directional [OFF] 
(multiple sound sources)
Microphone 
directional [ON] 
(one-way sound source)
Monaural
Monaural
An interview during 
a meeting etc.
A symposium 
etc. A language 
lesson etc.
A lesson, 
lecture etc. A normal 
meeting etc. Large-scale 
meeting etc.
Recording 
settingsHint 1
Release hold 
before use
HOLDHOLDHOLD
FOR 
MEETING
* A maximum of 99 files can be stored 
in each folder.Folder
FOR 
DICTATION
File
Combining stereo/monaural, microphone 
directional and microphone sensitivity
2 hours 30 minutes High quality sound
SP
Standard
play(            )
FQFine
quality(          )
HQHigh
quality(          )
Long 
recording time 4 hours 50 minutes
4 hours 50 minutes
9 hours 40 minutes
8 hours 10 minutes16 hours 30 minutes
Stereo
MonauralPress 
and hold
(While stopped)
  Stereo/monaural 
settingf1Continuous 
playPreventing 
unnecessary 
recording File lock
f2
Operation 
beep Setting 
the time
f1 Not displayed during dictation recording.
f2 Displayed only when there is a recorded file.
f3 Displayed only when the time is set. Use [
] to change the menu and [q/ g] to enter
Timer
playf2f3Timer 
recordingf3
Recording
1
Select meeting 
or dictation 
recording
2
Select 
the folder
3
Select the 
recording 
mode
4
Select 
stereo or 
monaural
5
Select the 
microphone 
sensitivity
6Recording
Each time 
you press
Dictation folder HQ mode Dictation recording modeMonaural recording
(When dictation recording, the following settings are automatically set.)
* Press to pause 
recording.
  Press again to 
restart the same 
file.* Is effective with dictation 
recording or monaural 
sound.
Folder
A
B
C
D
Recording mode
[
g STOP]
(STOP REC)
Dictation folder
Meeting 
recording
Dictation 
recording
g To record a one-way 
sound source 
more clearly
(microphone directional)
StereoMonaural
StereoMonaural
Each time 
you press
 
 
 [
q/ g] (ENTER)
   []
 ! [
q/ g] (ENTER)
Press
and hold Press
and 
hold
  []
   [
q/ g] (ENTER)
 ! []
  [
q/ g] (ENTER)
Recording 
from a distance(                         )Recording 
up-close(                 )
or
or
* Recording 
information 
is displayed.
(Recording date)k(Recording start time)k(Recording time)k(Total number of files)
[REC/PAUSE]
(START REC)
g To adjust the volume 
Increase 20
Decrease 0
HQ
FQ
SP
Playing/Erasing
Playing
Erasing
1
Select the 
folder
2Select file or folder3Play/Erase
g Selected file
g All files in a folder
g All folders
After selecting, information at the time of 
recording is displayed.
g A-D folder
g Dictation folderUse [] to select
Use [
] to select
(PLAY)
[ q/ g ]
Press 
and hold
You cannot 
restore files you 
erase.
File numberA
B
C
D
(ERASE)
The dictation 
folder is selected()
Play
Erase
Organizing
1Play the file2
Enter the 
move mode
3
Select the 
destination folder
4Move
Move
1Select the folder3
Enter the 
menu mode
4Select “”5Lock
g A-D folder
g Dictation folder
File lock
Destination folder
Number of files in 
destination folder
Use [] to select
g To unlockDo the above steps and select the file to unlock in step 2.
You cannot move a file from A-D folder to 
dictation folder, however you can move it 
from dictation folder to A-D folder.
Press 
and hold
Press 
and hold
2Select the file
Use [] to select
Use [] to select
(LOCK)[ q/ g ]
(ENTER)[ q/ g ]
(ENTER)[ q/ g ]
Other recording methods
g Checking the remaining available 
recording time
Press 
and 
hold
Available 
recording time
* Press again to return to the elapsed 
recording time display.Recording automatically pauses when there is no sound.
1 Enter the 
menu mode3 Select “”
g Recording through an external 
microphone (not included)
Plug type: 
3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo
(The built-in microphone 
switches off.)
Preventing 
unnecessary 
recording
VA S :  voice 
activated 
system
(                        )
Use a plug in power 
compatible microphone 
stereo.
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
2 Select “     ”
g To turn the function offSelect “” in step 3.
Turn the function off when recording important files.
During 
recording(                 )
Available recording time also appears when 
the remaining time becomes very short.
[][]
PLUG IN POWER()
MIC
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
g  Basic operations 
during play
Backward
* Press to return to the beginning 
of the file. (Press twice to return 
to the previous file)
* Press and hold to search.Forward
* Press to 
go to the 
beginning of 
the next file.
* 
Press and hold 
to search. 
Play/Stop
* While stopped, press again to begin 
play from where last stopped.
Stop
MEETING 
RECORDING
Microphone 
sensitivityf1
or
A
B
C
D
Recording mode and approximate total recording time of all folders
Use numbers indicated when 
asking for replacement parts. 
(Product numbers correct as of 
December 2004. These may be 
subject to change.)
Each time 
you press
Important
business
Urgent
business
DICTATION 
RECORDING
(#úrefer to “Recording mode and approximate 
total recording time of all folders” on page 3)
More than 
1 second()
The first three seconds are always recorded.
Part names
Display
Current time  
(In standby mode)
Built-in 
microphone
Display
[
q/
 g] 
Play, Stop/
Enter
[
u i] 
Forward, 
Backward/Select
Folder/
Menu EraseRecording/
Pause Recording 
lamp
[
g] Stop
Recording 
mode/
Playback 
equalizer
Meeting/
Dictation
A-B repeat
Speed 
control
Handstrap hole
(Handstrap not included)Earphone 
jack [
W] Microphone directional
Speaker Hold
Volume (+, 
-)Clip
External 
microphone 
jack
USB 
connector
[         ]
Battery 
cover
Recording level (When recording)/
Remaining memory
Recording 
indicator Battery 
indicator
Stereo/
Monaural
Play  
indicatorRecording  
mode
Folder
File
Recording  
(play) 
elapsed time
Using the timer
 
!Use [] to 
select “”
 
!Use [] to 
select the start time
  
!Use []
 to 
select the end time
Timer
recording
Timer 
play
Preparation: Select the file (#úrefer to “Playing” on pages 2, 3)
Preparation: Select the folder and recording mode (#úrefer to “Recording” on pages 2, 3)
[]
3 Set the time
3 Set the time
1 Enter the 
menu mode2 Select “, ”
 
!Use [] to 
select “”
 
!Use [] to 
select the start time
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
Press 
and hold
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
[]
Press 
and hold
2 Select “, ”
g To cancel the timer     Select “” in step 3- .
g To confirm the set time      From the menu (
#úrefer to “Menu display” on page 4), 
select “, ” or “ ” and press [
q/ g].
Even when “” or “, ” are displayed during timer play, the continuous play and file repeat play functions cannot be used.
1 Enter the 
menu mode
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
OPEN
OPENOPEN
Headphone
jackAudio cable (not included)
Audio cable (not included) Stereo mini plug Stereo mini plug
Monaural mini plug Stereo mini plug
Connecting to other equipment
OPEN
OPENOPEN
Stereo MIC
Monaural MIC
Audio cable (not included)
Audio cable (not included) Stereo mini plug Stereo mini plug
Stereo mini plug Monaural mini plugRecording 
to a cassette 
tape recorder 
etc.
Recording 
from a 
cassette tape 
recorder etc.
Select the track 
to dub and play
Recording
* Read the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
* The recorded sound quality may differ from the original recording.
* Adjust the recording volume on the source to the desired level.
Recording
[REC/PAUSE] Select the file to 
dub and play
[
q/ g]
Other play methods
3  Set the end 
point (B)
To play one 
segment 
of a file 
repeatedly
(A-B repeat play)
To play 
a file 
repeatedly
(File repeat play)
1  Play the 
file2  Set the start 
point (A)
3 Play1  Select 
the file2 Set repeat
Press 
and hold
Listening 
with the 
earphones
PressPress Press
Plays the 
files in 
the folder 
continuously 
(Continuous play)
1  Enter the 
menu mode2 Select “, ”3 Select “”
[
]
g To turn the function off    Select “” in step 3.
Press 
and 
hold(ENTER)[
q/ g][]
(ENTER)[
q/ g]
* “” 
disappears on 
the display.
g To turn the 
function off
* There will be no sound output from the speaker.
g  Changing the playback speed
Select the speed
(×0.5/×0.75/×1.0/×1.5/×2.0)
* To return to normal playback speed
Move [SPEED CONTROL] to [OFF].
Slow Fast
Press
and hold
[]
During 
playing()
[
q/ g]
g To turn the function off
Plug type:
3.5 mm (1/8 in.) stereo
g Cutting excessive noise 
(Playback equalizer)
Press and hold
On Off
*  To check the current mode
Press [REC MODE] 
briefly.
(PLAY)
[
q/ g] [
q/ g]
g  Checking the 
remaining play time
Remaining 
play time
* Press again to return 
to the elapsed play 
time display.
(           )During 
playing
Stereo earphones
(included)
(           )During 
playing
  Press [
q/ g] once to stop. Then press and hold [
q/ g] until “” disappears on 
the display.
PLUG IN POWER()
MIC
1
Enter 
the 
menu 
mode
* When the year is flashing (e.g.  on the display), begin from step „ below.
*  While setting the time, the clock will return to standby if there is no operation after 10 seconds 
have elapsed. If this happens set again from the start.
Stereo/monaural setting
Use [] to select
g Year
g Month
g Time display (12/24H)
g Time
Flashes until the 
time is set.
Select 
“
”2
Set the 
time
3
* The clock has 
a monthly 
accuracy of 
+/– 60 seconds 
at room 
temperature.
Use [] to select
Preparation2Setting the time
(ENTER)[ q/ g ]
Use [
] to select
Use [
] to select
Use [
] to select
Press 
and hold* A menu is displayed.
 (#úrefer to “Menu display” 
on page 4)
(ENTER)[ q/ g ]
(ENTER)[ q/ g ]
(ENTER)[ q/ g ]
(ENTER)[ q/ g ]
g Day
Use [] to select(ENTER)[ q/ g ]
Menu display
Various functions
1  Enter the 
menu mode2 Select “”3 Select “”
Canceling 
the 
operation 
beep
Preventing 
accidental 
button 
presses 
(HOLD)
In order to prevent accidental operations while recording or while stopped, button 
operations are ignored.
g To turn operation beep on     Select “” in step 3.
* “” is displayed 
if a button is pressed 
while hold is on.
g To release
Move down
* After use, switching to hold is recommended to save the batteries. (The display will turn off.)
[][]
Press 
and hold
Move up
(ENTER)[
q/ g](ENTER)[
q/ g]
Main unit
* There is no power button.
* After use, switching to hold 
is recommended to save 
the batteries and prevent 
accidental operations. (The 
display will turn off.)
g  To listen to the 
recorded audio
Use the included stereo 
earphones. 
(#úrefer to “Other play 
methods” on page 4)
Long cord to the right
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							For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:
            Panasonic Services Company- Customer Servicenter
             Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive
             McAllen, TX 78503
In Puerto Rico contact Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
                                 Tel. (787) 750-4300              Fax. (787) 768-2910
When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original 
carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be 
reached.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO 
FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE,
 AMOUNT 
PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE, CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT 
RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Also, the purchaser will be responsible for shipping the unit to the above address.
In Canada, refer to the “LIMITED WARRANTY”  on page 10.
Using the unit with a computer
1  Install Voice  Editing.
The serial number of this product can be found 
on the back of the cassette compartment cover or 
inside the battery compartment.
Please note it in the space provided below and 
keep as a permanent record of your purchase to 
aid identification in the event of theft.
MODEL NUMBER ________________________
SERIAL NUMBER ________________________
RR-US050
DATE OF PURCHASE _______________
DEALER NAME ____________________
DEALER ADDRESS ________________
__________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER _____________
User memo:
1.
2.
3.
4.
If the surfaces are dirty, wipe this unit with a soft, dry cloth.
* 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.
Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., refer to the “Limited Warranty” on page 10.
Power output:  350 mW (max.)Frequency response:  280 Hz – 5,200 Hz (HQ mode)
  270 Hz – 3,400 Hz (FQ/SP mode)
S/N:  35 dB (Stereo/HQ mode)Jack:
     Output jack;
  Earphone, 3.5 mm (1
08 in.); 0.5 mW + 0.5 mW 16 î     Input jack;  Mic, 3.5 mm (1
08 in.); 0.56 mV plug in powerSpeaker:  20 mm (1 3
032 in.) 8 î
Power requirement:  DC 3 V (2 AAA/LR03 size batteries)Dimensions (W?H?D):
     Max dimensions; 32.5 mm?118.8 mm?15.9 mm
 (1 9
032 in.?4 11
016 in.?5
08 in.)
     Cabinet dimensions; 29.8 mm?118.5 mm?14.2 mm
 (1 3
016 in.?4 21
032 in.?9
016 in.)
Mass:
     with batteries; 61 g (2.15 oz.)     without batteries; 38 g (1.34 oz.)
Operational temperature range: 0 KC – 40 KC (32 KF – 104 KF)Battery life: [When used at 25 KC (77 KF) on a flat, stable surface] 
Batteries mode Stereo/Monaural Recording
Panasonic alkaline 
batteriesHQ
13 hours 30 minutes
g Unit
g Listening caution
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.
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:
To reduce risk of radio interference caused by headphone-, earphone- or microphone cable, only use 
adequate accessories with cable length less than 3 m.
RQT7878
Product Service
Maintenance
Care and Use
Specifications
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Other system names and product names appearing in this document are in general the registered 
trademarks or trademarks of the respective developer companies. Note that the “TM” mark and “®” mark 
do not appear in this document.
Damage requiring service – The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:
(a) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(b) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(c) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
(d) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
Servicing – Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. 
Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.
Replacement parts – When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the 
manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes 
may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety check – After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit 
is in proper working condition.
g Batteries
g Allergies
Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the earphones or any other parts that directly contact your 
skin. Continued use may cause rashes or other allergic reactions.
* 
* * 
* * * * * * * 
* 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.
The unit’s speaker does not have magnetic shielding. Do not place the unit near televisions, personal 
computers, magnetized cards (bank cards, commuter passes) or other devices easily influenced by 
magnetism.
Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if the covering has been peeled off.
Align the poles < and = correctly when inserting the batteries.
Do not mix different types of batteries or old and new batteries.
Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be used for a long time.
Do not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble or subject to excessive heat.
Do not recharge dry cell batteries.
Battery mishandling can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the 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.
Keep out of the reach of small children. Accidental swallowing of batteries can result in stomach and 
intestinal damage.
* * 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:
* 
Leave it there.
The battery life may be less depending on the operating conditions.
Note:
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.* Mass and dimensions are approximate.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Portable Audio Products Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty  CoverageIf your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or 
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts 
with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it 
with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You 
must mail-in your pro duct during the warranty period. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries, antennas, and cosmetic 
parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended 
only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.
Mail-In Service 
For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:
Panasonic Service Company
Customer Servicenter
Suite B
4900 George McVay Drive
McAllen, TX  78503 
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.
When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing the 
complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/
PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE. AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic 
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied 
by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-
up adjust ments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of 
sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone 
other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. 
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS 
PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from 
the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for 
illustration only.) 
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF 
THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
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 exclusions 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 warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Product or Part Name Parts Labor
All Portable Audio Products except item listed below One (1) Year One (1) Year
Rechargeable batteries (in exchange for defective item) Ten (10) Days Not applicable
Customer Services Directory
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter ; purchase Parts and 
Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupportor, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfoYou may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: 
http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
or, send your request by E-mail to: [email protected] may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone)  1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)Panasonic Services Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
Service in Puerto Rico
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910
System Requirements
You will need an IBM PC/AT compatible personal computer with the following attributes or equivalent, and 
the following software and hardware in order to use this application.
OS :  Microsoft
® Windows® 98 Second Edition
   Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition
   Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional f
   Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional f
f  Only available when the user is logged in as the system administrator 
(Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP only)*  
This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows® 3.1, Windows® 95, Windows® 98 (except for 
Windows® 98SE) and Windows NT®.* 
Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS.* 
This software is not Macintosh compatible.
Hardware :
CPU :    Windows
® 98 SE / Windows® Me : Intel® Pentium® II 333 MHz or higher
     Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP : Intel® Pentium® III 500 MHz or higher
RAM :    Windows® 98 SE / Windows® Me : 128 MB or more
     Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP : 256 MB or more
Free hard disk space : 
   100 MB or more
  
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Approximately 25 MB of additional free hard disk space when installing Acrobat® Reader® 
(included).
  
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Approximately 50 MB of additional free hard disk space when installing DirectX® 9.0c 
(included).
  
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Approximately 60 MB of additional free hard disk space when installing the voice recognition 
engine (included).
  
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Approximately 40 to 100 MB of additional free hard disk space per language when installing 
the text to speech engine (included).
  
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Additional free hard disk space may be necessary depending on the Windows® version and 
voice file being used.
  
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Temporary additional free hard disk space may be necessary when using the Waveform 
feature function, voice recognition function, text to speech function, CD-R writing function 
(Windows
® XP only) and sound recorder function.
Drive :    CD-ROM drive (for installation)
   CD-R/RW drive (required to use the CD-R writing function in Windows
® XP)
Sound :   Windows compatible sound device
Display :    High Color (16 bit) or more. Desktop resolution of 800 ? 600 pixels or more. 
   (1024 ? 768 pixels or more recommended)
Interface : USB port (Operation cannot be guaranteed if you use a USB hub or extension cable.)
Other requirements : 
   Mouse or equivalent pointing device
Note
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This software is not compatible with a multi-CPU environment.* 
This software is not compatible with a multi-boot environment.* 
This software may not run properly on 64-bit computers.*  
Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal 
computers can not be used.
* 
This software may not run properly on home-made computers. *  
The voice recognition engine and text to speech engine are installed on the same drive (usually the 
C:drive) as the OS.
*  
The operating system must support the language used by the voice recognition engine and text to 
speech engine in order to run them.
Necessary software : 
 DirectX
® 8.1 or later / Internet Explorer 5.5 or later
ñ Start Windows.
ò Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
The program installer starts automatically.* 
When the installer does not automatically start
  From the “Start” menu click on “Run...”.
 Type “f:\Launcher\VEdV1Launcher.exe” and click on “OK”.  

!f is the CD-ROM drive ID.
ó Follow the on-screen instructions.* 
The voice recognition engine and text to speech engine should start installing while Voice 
Editing is being installed. 
If they do not start installing, open the CD-ROM drive. Double click on 
“f:\SAPI5\SAPI5_Common.msi” and 
“f:\SAPI5\SAPI5_English.msi” to install the voice recognition engine. 
After it is installed, double click on 
“f:\Speech\RealSpeak_Solo_Common_for_Panasonic.msi” and
“f:\Speech\RealSpeak_Solo_English_for_Panasonic.msi
f1” to install the text to speech 
engine. 
(The order can be reversed.)
f is the CD-ROM drive ID.
f1 Double-click your preferred language icon.
Note
* 
If DirectX 8.1 or later is not installed on your computer, follow the instructions that appear 
on-screen.
* 
Adobe Acrobat Reader is necessary to view the operating instructions (PDF file). 
  If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, it is automatically installed at the 
same time as Voice Editing.
  Depending on the computer, an Adobe Acrobat Reader restart message may appear. 
Ignore this and continue installing Voice Editing.
ô Click “Finish” from the Installshield Wizard Complete screen.
Selecting “Yes, I want to restart my computer now” automatically re-starts the computer and 
completes installation.
16 hours 30 minutesMonauralPlayback
10 hours 30 minutes
12 hoursStereo
FQ/SP
17 hours
22 hours
Monaural
13 hours
13 hours 30 minutesStereo
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or 
if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the limited warranty for each are on 
page 10.
Symptom Checkpoints
No operation.
“U01” appears on the display.
“ 2005” flashes.
There is no sound from the earphone or 
it is difficult to hear or noisy.
Recording stops.
“––––” appears instead of the 
recording date.
Playback speed is too fast or slow.
“FULL” appears.
No sound from the speaker.
Cannot erase a file or folder.
Cannot move a file.
A recording disappeared.
Cannot set timer recording/playback.
Timer recording/playback does not 
work.
Cannot set timer recording/playback at 
the same time. 
Timer recording does not work.
Cannot use a battery that can be used 
on other equipment.
Cannot select a folder.
Sound is distorted.
Voice Editing does not start or does not 
work correctly.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted.
You cannot operate when the unit is connected to a computer. 
(#úpage 6)
The battery has run down.
Set the time. (#úpage 1)
Ensure the plug is inserted firmly.
Wipe the plug clean.
VA S  (#úpage 4) may have functioned.
Set the time. (#úpage 1)
Set play speed to normal. (#úpage 4)
There are 99 files in the folder.
There is no remaining recording time. 
-Erase unneeded files.
There is no sound when you have connected earphones.
The file is locked. (#úpages 2, 3)
The folder is already empty.
You cannot move files to folders that already contain 99 files.
You cannot move files from A-D folder to Dictation folder. 
(#úpages 2, 3)
Recordings can disappear if the unit receives a shock (e.g. it is 
dropped), or the batteries come out during recording.
You can set the timers within 24 hours of the current time.
Set the time. (#úpage 1)
The settings are canceled if the batteries are removed and the 
clock settings clear.
When you set both, only the one you set last works.
You cannot set the timer if there is less than one minute of 
available recording time.
This unit determines the battery empty even if there is actually 
life left in it. This is to preserve the clock and other memory 
items.
Press [
*FOLDER/MENU] briefly. You will enter the menu mode 
if you hold the button down for 1 or more second.
When sound other than voice is recorded, this may occur during 
playback.
Make sure that “PC” is on this unit’s display, and that this unit is 
recognized as a drive in Voice Editing. If it is not, disconnect the 
USB cable from this unit, then reconnect it.
The connection may not work if you connect via a USB hub or 
USB extension cable.
Cannot confirm sound on the computer 
because of poor microphone sensitivity 
despite using the included Dictation 
cord.* Adjust the volume on the IC Recorder. Depending on your 
computer, you may also be able to improve the sensitivity by 
reversing the “Straight mini plug” and the “L-shaped mini plug” 
connections.
Cannot successfully convert audio to 
text on the computer.* Refer to “Frequently Asked Questions” in the Voice Editing 
operating instructions (PDF file).
ONLY FOR U.S.A.(You can save and edit sound files, convert sound to text and have text read aloud using the included software.)
“EE:EE” is displayed. 
Available recording time does not increase 
correspondingly after erasing files.
* This can occur after repeatedly recording and erasing files. 
Unlock all your files, then erase all folders to remedy this. 
(#úpages 2, 3)
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC/ TECHNICS PRODUCT— LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship
and agrees to remedy any such defect, or at its option, replace the product for a period as stated
below from the date of original purchase.
Technics Audio Product One (1) year, parts and labour
Panasonic Audio & DVD Product One (1) year, parts and labour
Accessories including rechargeable batteries Ninety (90) days
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has
been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or
abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the
reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercial-
ly. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof
of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-
quential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions
may not be applicable.
WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation and information assistance, please contact your Dealer or our Customer
Care Centre at: Telephone #: (905) 624-5505 Fax #: (905) 238-2360 Web: www.panasonic.ca
For product repairs, please contact one of the following:
≥Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you.
≥Our Customer Care Centre at (905) 624-5505 or www.panasonic.ca
≥A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:
Richmond,Calgary, AlbertaMississauga, OntarioLachine, QuébecBritish Columbia
Panasonic Canada Inc. Panasonic Canada Inc. Panasonic Canada Inc. Panasonic Canada Inc.
12111 Riverside Way 6835-8
th St. N. E. 5770 Ambler Dr. 3075, rue Louis A. Amos
Richmond, BC Calgary, AB Mississauga, ON Lachine, QC
V6W 1K8 T2E 7H7 L4W 2T3 H8T 1C4
Tel: (604) 278-4211 Tel: (403) 295-3955 Tel: (905) 624-8447 Tel: (514) 633-8684
Fax: (604) 278-5627 Fax: (403) 274-5493 Fax: (905) 238-2418 Fax: (514) 633-8020
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.
ONLY FOR CANADA
This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones or other products during 
operation. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the 
mobile telephone or other product.
Sound is distorted when listening to 
the recorded audio with the stereo 
earphones.* * Reduce the volume.
Separate the stereo earphones and the microphone you are 
using.
3  Starting Voice  Editing.
Double click on the “Voice Editing” icon                      on the desktop. 
After double clicking, follow the on-screen instructions.
g Converting sound to text
Connect this unit to a computer with the supplied Dictation cord to convert audio spoken into the 
microphone to text.
MicrophoneStraight 
mini plugL-shaped mini plug
Earphone jack
  Using the operating instructions (PDF file)
From the Windows “Start” menu, click on “All programs”  “Voice Editing”  
“Voice Editing Operating Instructions” or from the “Help (H)” menu in the Voice Editing main 
screen, click on “Operating Instructions (H)”.
Connect one IC Recorder only while using Voice Editing.
This software does not support simultaneous use of multiple IC recorders.
When connected to a computer “” appears, and when transferring data “” flashes.
Do not disconnect the USB cable while this is flashing.
Caution
Use only the included USB cable with a ferrite core when connecting to computer.
USB cable 
(included)
2  Connect this unit to a computer with the USB cable.
This unit cannot be operated.
Dictation cord 
(included)
Operation is not possible when “ hold” 
appears on the display.* 
The hold function is on. (#úpage 5)
Note* 
Uninstall the following before installing Voice Editing Ver.1.0 (included). 
You cannot install two versions of Voice software on the same computer.
  - Voice Editor 3
  - Voice Editor 2
  - SD Voice Editor Ver.1.x
 -  Previous versions of Voice Editing software 
(for Panasonic IC Recorder RR-US360/RR-US361)
  - Other editions of Voice Editing Ver.1.0
* 
Sound files made with previous versions will remain intact, but you should back them up to be sure.
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