Panasonic Ic Recorder Rr-xr320 Operating Instructions

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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
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2000 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Japan
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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please
read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual
for future reference.
≥SD logo is a trademark.
≥Portions of this product are protected under copyright law and
are provided under license by ARIS/SOLANA/4C.
Follow these steps to save from an SD Memory Card to
your computer.
1.Connect the USB Reader/Writer to your personal
computer.
2.Install the SD Voice Editor software from the CD-ROM.
Read the operating instructions for SD Voice Editor for
details.
IC Recorder
Operating Instructions
Model No.
RR-XR320
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: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ, 07094 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
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Dear CustomerThank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.Optional accessoriesªUSB Reader/Writer
Replacement part number:BN-SDCAPU/1B
Table of contents
Before use
Basic operations
Advanced operations
References
LIstening caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Inserting the batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Hold function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Setting the time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Inserting SD Memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Selecting modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
The operation tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Deleting files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Locking files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Formatting cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Adding and deleting folders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Dividing files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Moving files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Titling folders and files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Using the timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Product service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Care and use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Control guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
SD Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Servicenter list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Panasonic Audio Products Limited Warranty
. . . 42
DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER User memo:
Supplied accessoriesPlease check and identify the supplied
accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when
asking for replacement parts.
To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368
or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
SD Memory card 16MB
USB Reader/WriterRefer below for this replacement part number.CD-ROM
§(RFE0074)
§Read the operating instructions for SD Voice
Editor for details.
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 
RR-XR320
SERIAL NUMBER 
Before use 
						

							Inser ting the batteries
Listening caution
45
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2
1
3
If strong impacts or dropping of the unit cause the
batteries, battery cover, card and card cover to come
loose while recording:
≥Recording can be lost.
or 
≥The card may not be read correctly. (Reinsert the
batteries and card.) ≥Use alkaline batteries. Manganese batteries cannot be
used. 
≥Do not press any of the buttons while inserting the batteries.≥Ensure the battery cover is completely closed to avoid
malfunction. The display goes out if the cover is open.
≥If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable
batteries manufactured by Panasonic are recommended.ªIf the cover comes loose
Insert the cover’s hinges into the slots in the
battery compartment. 
The year display starts flashing after you insert
the batteries.
Set the date and time (
‘page 7, from step 2, 2).
If the display doesn’t flash, remove the
batteries and reinsert them ensuring the poles
are correctly aligned.
Ensure the card
cover is closed.
LR03, AAA, AM-4 batteries
(not included)
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1Slide the battery cover in the direction of
the arrow.
2Open the cover.
3Insert the batteries and close the cover.
For your reference
Note
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
the 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:
≥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.ELECTRONICINDUSTRIES
•ASSOCIATION•
EST. 1924
Before use 
						

							Full
Low
MODE
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Inser ting the batteries
Hold function
The battery indicator
The indicator is shown during operation.This prevents accidental operation causing the
batteries to run down. 
When switched on
‘‘HOLD’’ appears for a few
seconds and then the display
goes out. Switch hold on
when not using the unit to
preserve the batteries.
Release hold before operation. Replace the batteries when the indicator starts
flashing.
(Flashes)
≥The unit indicates the batteries are low even
when there is still some life left in them. This is
to preserve the contents of the memory. 
≥Replace the batteries within 30 seconds to
preserve the clock settings. Recordings remain
intact.
Setting the timeSet the time to keep track of when recordings were made. Start from step 2, 2after inserting the
batteries. Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy. (Monthly accuracy i/j60 seconds)
1To select
2To confirm
selection1
Press [MODE].
You can now select a mode 
(‘page 9, “Selecting modes”).
2
1Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER] up
or down so “TIME ADJ”
flashes.
2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
The year display flashes.
3
Using the operations
described in 1and 2, set
the year, month, and day.
“12 H” flashes.
4
1Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER] up
or down to select 12 or 24
hour display.
2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
The time display flashes.
5
Using the operations described
in 1and 2, set the time.
ªIf the normal display appears
before you finish
Start again from step 1.The clock stops when you replace the
batteries but starts again when you insert
the batteries and close the battery cover.
Hold Release
HQ
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Note
Push up
or down
Press
NoteNormal
display
Before use 
						

							ªAfter you insert a card
‘‘Welcome to Panasonic’’
appears on the display. 
The unit creates four new folders
if you insert a new, unused card.
ªTo remove the card
While the unit is stopped, open the cover and
press on the center of the card to unlock it.Do not remove the card or batteries while the unit is
performing operations. This can cause data to be
destroyed. 
Read the notes on SD Memory Cards on page 35.
You can use MultiMedia Cards in place of SD Memory
Cards, but you must format them before use.
Modes
“FILE LOCK” (File lock)‘See page 19
“QUALITY” (Recording quality)‘See page 11
“MIC SENSE” (Microphone sensitivity)
‘See page 13
“VAS SET” (VAS function)‘See page 13
“BEEP SET” (Operation tone)‘See page 17
“TIMER REC” (Timer recording)‘See page 29
“TIMER PLAY” (Timer play)‘See page 30
“TIME ADJ” (Time setting)‘See page 7
“EDIT TITLE” (Title editing)‘See page 25
“FORMAT ALL” (Format card)‘See page 20
≥The normal display is restored after 10 seconds.
≥Press [STOP] to cancel.
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1
Slide the cover in the direction indicated by
the arrow.
2
Insert label-up with the cut-off corner facing
in.
3
Press on the center of the card so it locks
into place and close the cover.
MODEST STOP
OP
Use this operation to enter the various setting modes.1
Press [MODE].
You can now select a mode.
2
1Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER] up or down so
the mode flashes.
2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
Refer to the pages indicated for further details.
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Inser ting SD Memory cards
Selecting modes
For your reference
Note
Note
1To select
2To confirm
selectionPush
up or
down
Press
Before use 
						

							ªRecording quality
The total recording time depends on the recording quality
you select. HQ (high quality) is factory setting and provides
the best sound quality.Approximate recording times on the included 16 MB SD Memory CardªTo change the quality(‘ illustration on page 9)
This example  shows how to set quality to HQ.1
Press [MODE].
2
1Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER] up or
down so “QUALITY” flashes.
2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
3
1Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER] up or
down to select a mode.
2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
“HQ MODE SET” is displayed.HQ mode
30 min.
LP mode
150 min.
SP mode
60 min.
Recording
3
Press [STOP] to stop recording.
The file information is shown in the
following order.
(File title and recording
time)
(Recording date and
time)
(Folder and file title)
Files are given titles automatically, but you
can change them (‘page 25).
ªTo pause recording
Press and hold [REC, PAUSE] until the
recording indicator starts flashing.
Press to resume recording.
$REC REC
%P  A U  S  E
P  A U  S  Eyyyyyyy
yyyyyyy

ST
STOP
OPFOLDER
FOLDER
Preparation
Select the recording quality (‘page 11)1
Press [FOLDER] to select a
folder to record into. 
The folder changes with each press.The initial four folders are titled: 1MEMO, 2MEETING,
3TO DO, 4PRIVATE. You can change the titles
(‘page 25).
2Press [REC, PAUSE] to start
recording.
The recording indicator lights and
sound is recorded through the
built-in microphone. Files are kept in folders. The unit creates
four folders when a new card is used and
you can create another five for a maximum
of nine (‘page 21). Each folder can hold
up to 99 files.
HQHQ
HQHQHQ
Plug-in power microphone jack
Built-in
microphone Recording
indicatorFolder number
File number
Recording level meterRecording timeRecording
quality Folder title
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Basic operations 
						

							ªChecking the remaining
recording time
Press [MODE] while recording.
Press again to return to the
previous display. 
The above display is shown automatically when the
remaining recording time becomes very short. Press
[MODE] to show the recording time in this case.
ªChecking the remaining
memory on the card
While the unit is stopped, press
and hold [STOP] for 2 seconds.
The meter reduces from right
to left as the remaining
memory reduces.
ªConnecting external microphone
Connect the microphone to the [MIC (PLUG IN
POWER)] jack. The built-in microphone is turned off. 
Plug type: 3.5 mm (
1/8in.) monaural
ªWhen a “NO MORE...” display appears
There are nine folders, there are 99 files in the folder,
or the card is out of memory.
Delete unneeded folders, and files or use another
card.You can set sensitivity to high (to record relatively
softer sounds) or low (to record only relatively
louder sounds) to suit the circumstances. The
recording level meter can help you determine
which level is needed. The sensitivity also works if
you have connected external microphone.
This example shows how to set sensitivity to “HIGH”.
1
Press [MODE].
You can now select a mode.
2
1Within 10 secondsPush [SELECT, ENTER] up
or down so “MIC SENSE”
flashes.2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
3
1Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER]
up or down so “SENS
>
H?” flashes.
2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
“SENS=HIGH SET” is displayed.The digital voice activating system (VAS) pauses
recording during periods of silence and so prevents
recording unnecessarily. VAS works better when
microphone sensitivity is set to “LOW”.
1
Press [MODE].
You can now select a mode.
2
1Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER]
up or down so “VAS
SET” flashes.
2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
3
1Within 10 secondsPush [SELECT, ENTER] up or
down to select “VAS>
ON?”.2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].“VAS=ON SET” is displayed and “      ” lights.
ªTo turn VAS off
Select “VAS >
OFF?” in step 
3and press [SELECT, ENTER].
Turn VAS off when making important recordings.
MODE MODE
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Remaining
recording time
Memory meter
Recording
1To select
2To confirm
selectionPush
up or
down
Press
Changing microphone sensitivity
Using the voice activating system to
prevent unnecessary recording
Basic operations 
						

							Preparation
Select the folder containing the file you want to play.1
Push [SELECT, ENTER] up or down to select the
file.
The file information is shown in the following order.
2
Press [SELECT, ENTER] to start
play.
3
Press [VOLUME (r, s)] to adjust the volume. 
ªTo stop play
Press [STOP].
Press [SELECT, ENTER] to resume play from where you
stopped.
Play
FOLDER
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STOP
Volume may change during cue/review and after dividing files.ªControlling play with [SELECT, ENTER]
To stop playPress during
play
Push down
oncePush up oncePush and hold in
position To skip to
the next file
during playTo return to
the start of the
file playingCue and review
To play a recording you just made, start
from step 2. When play of a file finishes,
play stops and the next file number is
displayed.
HQ
Press again to
resume play
from where
you stopped.
The speed increases
in three steps when
held in position.
To return to the
start of the previous
file, push within the
first two seconds.
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Plug in 
firmly.
HQ
HQ
HQ
File title and
recording timeRecording date
and timeFolder and file
title
Play time 1To select
2To confirm
selectionPush
up or
down
Press
Note
Note
Up
(Review)
Down
(Cue)
ªUsing an earphonePlug type:3.5 mm (
1/8in.) monaural
≥Leave some slack in the
earphone cord if you wind it
around the unit. 
≥The speaker is off while the
earphone is connected.
≥If a gritty noise is heard, wipe
away the dirt on the plug.
Basic operations 
						

							Play
There are three play speeds. The speed is factory set to
normal.
ªChecking the remaining play time
Press [MODE] during play.
Press again to return to
the previous display. 
ªScanning the files: Intro-scan
This plays the first five seconds of all the
files in a folder in order.
While stopped, press and hold [SELECT,
ENTER] for about two seconds.
When you find the file you want to play,
press [SELECT, ENTER]. The file is played
through to the end.This example shows how to turn the tone off.
1
Press [MODE].
You can now select a mode.
2
1Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER] up or
down so “BEEP SET”flashes.
2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
3
1Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER] up or
down so “BEEP>
OFF?”
flashes.
2Within 10 seconds
Press [SELECT, ENTER].“BEEP =  OFF SET” is displayed.
ªTo turn the tone on
Select “BEEP>
ON?” in step3, 1 and press [SELECT,
ENTER]. The tone is factory set to on, but you can
turn it off.
MODE
HQ
PLAYBACK SPEED

NOR

FAST SLOW
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Remaining play time
Changing the play speedSlow
Fast
The operation tone
1To select
2To confirm
selectionPush
up or
down
Press
Basic operations 
						

							Deleting files
3
Press [ERASE].
If you deleted one file, the file numbers afterthat file decrease by one.
ªTo cancel partway through
Press [STOP] before step 3.
≥If you have selected an empty folder, “File
Erase?” will not be displayed when you press
and hold [ERASE]. 
≥You cannot delete locked files. Unlock the files
before deleting them (‘right, Locking files).
≥After repeatedly recording and deleting files, the
total possible recording time may be reduced.
You can remedy this by reformatting the card
(‘page 20).Note
Preparation
Select the folder containing the file(s) you want to delete.
Do not open the battery or card covers or remove
the card during the deleting process.1
Press and hold [ERASE] for 2 seconds.
“FileErase?” is displayed.
2
Within 10 seconds
Push [SELECT, ENTER] up or down to select the
item you want to erase.
The display changes as follows. You can delete individual files or all files at
once. You cannot restore files that you
have deleted.
FOLDER
ERASE
STOP
Locking files prevents them from being deleted in
error. 
Preparation
Select the file you want to lock.1
Press [MODE].
You can now select a mode.
“FILE LOCK” flashes.
2
Press [SELECT, ENTER].
3
1Push [SELECT, ENTER]
up or down to select
“LOCK>
ON?”.
2Press [SELECT, ENTER].
“  LOCK SET” is
displayed and “     ” is
displayed in front of the
file name.
ªTo cancel partway through
Press [STOP] before step 3, 2.
ªTo unlock the file
Select “LOCK>
OFF?” in step 3, 1and press
[SELECT, ENTER].
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aFirst file in the folder
dAll files in all folderscAll files in the folder bLast file in the folder
Locking files
1To select
2To confirm
selectionPush
up or
down
Press
Important
Basic operations