User manual PANASONIC RN202

[. . . ] A full charge, which takes about 2 hours enables you to enjoy about 41/2 hours recording and 31/2 hours playback. Recharge the rechargeable batteries (included), then insert the batteries into the unit. Basic operation Function C 1 2 3 Stop Fast forward or rewind Temporary stop To play faster than usual To change the tone During playback, press [ G STOP, EJECT]. In the stop mode, press [5 FF, CUE] (Fast forward) or [6 REW, REV] (Rewind). Set [TONE] to [HIGH] or [LOW]. Recording Cue and review Sound can be monitored at a high speed as long as [5FF, CUE] (cue) or [6REW, REV] (review) is held down during playback. When the button is released, normal playback will start. [. . . ] Have the tape's accidental erasure prevention tabs been broken out? Recording for a long time ª Program time (with RT-60 MC microcassette tape) At [1. 2]: 1 hour on one side At [2. 4]: 30 minutes on one side No sounds. No recording. OTHER To record with the VAS (Voice Activated System) function The sound is recorded automatically, so there is no tape waste. To use VAS function, select [VAS] in step 2 of Recording and adjust [VAS LEVEL]. No sound is recorded at the "0" position. After using VAS function, set [VAS] to °. 1-3: 4-7: 8-10: If you wish to record only the louder sounds. If you wish to record normal level sounds. If you wish to record lower levels of sound than usual. BATTERIES AND CHARGER Rechargeable batteries and charger Use the included charger when recharging. During recharging, it is normal for the charger and the rechargeable batteries to become slightly warm. Avoid recharging or placing the rechargeable batteries near sources of heat or humidity. Batteries Align the poles (+ and -) properly when inserting the batteries. 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. Monitoring The sound can be heard with an earphone (not included) plugged into [MONIT(8 )]. Plug type: 3. 5 mm (1/8 in. ) monaural Note: Any change made to the volume during recording (when [VAS] is set to °) will not affect the recorded sound. Do not adjust the volume when recording with the VAS function or the VAS level will change. 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. Erasure prevention Removing the tab(s) of the cassette (with a small screwdriver) will prevent accidental erasure. Small screw driver Side A Tab for side A Side B To record again, cover the hole of the tab with adhesive tape. 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. Follow up recording Recording can be started during playback by simply pressing [¥REC]. Quick review To listen to the sound you have recorded, press and hold [6REW, REV]. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]