Operating instructions

Recording and operating problems may occur on some computer systems.
Please note that Panasonic and Panasonic dealers cannot be held liable for any lost audio data or
other direct or indirect damage except in cases of intentional or gross negligence.
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
Headphone
jack
Audio cable (not included)
Audio cable (not included)
Stereo mini plug Stereo mini plug
Monaural mini plug Stereo mini plug
Using the timer
„ġ
Use [ ] to
select “ ”
‟ġ
Use [ ] to
select the start time
†ġ Use
[
]
to
select the end time
Timer
recording
Timer
play
Preparation: Select the file ( ⏺ refer to “Playing” on pages 2, 3)
Preparation: Select the folder and recording mode ( ⏺ refer to “Recording” on pages 2, 3)
[ ]
3 Set the time
3 Set the time
1 Enter the
menu mode
2 Select “ , ”
„ġ
Use [ ] to
select “ ”
‟ġ
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 (
⏺ refer 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
]
Connecting to other equipment
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
Stereo MIC
Monaural MIC
Audio cable (not included)
Audio cable (not included)
Stereo mini plug Stereo mini plug
Stereo mini plugMonaural mini plug
Recording
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.
Using the unit with a computer
1 Install Voice Editing.
Various functions
1 Enter the
menu mode
2 Select “ ” 3 Select “ ”
Cancelling
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
]
Part names
Display
Current time
(In standby mode)
Built-in
microphone
Display
[
q/
g
]
Play, Stop/
Enter
[
u i
]
Forward,
Backward/Select
Folder/
Menu
Erase
Recording/
Pause
Recording
lamp
[
g
] Stop
Recording
mode/
Playback
equalizer
Meeting/
Dictation
A-B repeat
Speed
control
[
W
]
Headphone
/
earphone
jack
Microphone directional
Speaker
Hold
[+,
- ] Volume
Clip
External
microphone
jack
[ ]
USB
connector
Battery
cover
Handstrap hole
(Handstrap not included)
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, consult your dealer for instructions.
Symptom Checkpoints
No operation.
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*
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.
g Unit
To reduce risk of radio interference caused by headphone-, earphone- or microphone cable, only use
adequate accessories with cable length less than 3 m.
RQT8098
Troubleshooting Guide
Maintenance
Care and Use
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Microsoft and its logo as well as Windows, Windows NT and DirectX are either registered trademarks
or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S.
Intel, Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United
States and other countries.
ScanSoft, ScanSoft logo, and RealSpeak Solo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ScanSoft,
Inc. or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.
Adobe and its logo, Acrobat, and Acrobat Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
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.
g Batteries
g Allergies
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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 țȼ and țȽ 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.
Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted.
You cannot operate when the unit is connected to a computer. ( ⏺ page 7)
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
ɦ
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP Home Edition/Professional
ɦ
ɦ Only available when the user is logged in as the system administrator (Windows
®
2000 / Windows
®
XP only)
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This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows
®
3.1, Windows
®
95, Windows
®
98 (except for Windows
®
98 SE)
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).
*
Approximately 50 MB of additional free hard disk space when installing DirectX
®
9.0c (included).
*
Approximately 45 to 60 MB of additional free hard disk space per language when installing the voice
recognition engine (included).
*
Approximately 40 to 100 MB of additional free hard disk space per language when installing the text to
speech engine (included).
*
Additional free hard disk space may be necessary depending on the Windows
®
version and voice file being used.
*
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 ȿ 600 pixels or more.
(1024 ȿ 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
*
This software is not compatible with a multi-CPU environment.
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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.
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The voice recognition engine and text to speech engine are installed on the same drive (usually the C:drive) as the OS.
*
The Chinese voice recognition engine can be used only with a Chinese operating system.
*
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
Recording
[REC/PAUSE]
Select the file to
dub and play
[
q/ g
]
ӱ
Start Windows.
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Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
The program installer starts automatically.
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When the installer does not automatically start
From the “Start” menu click on “Run...”.
Type “ ɦ :\Launcher\VEdV1Launcher.exe” and click on “OK”.
ɦ is the CD-ROM drive ID.
ӳ
Follow the on-screen instructions.
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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
“ ɦ :\SAPI5\SAPI5_Common.msi” and
“ ɦ :\SAPI5\SAPI5_English.msi
ɦ 1
” to install the voice recognition engine.
After it is installed, double click on
“ ɦ :\Speech\RealSpeak_Solo_Common_for_Panasonic.msi” and
“ ɦ :\Speech\RealSpeak_Solo_English_for_Panasonic.msi
ɦ 1
” to install the text to speech engine.
(The order can be reversed.)
ɦ is the CD-ROM drive ID.
ɦ 1
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.
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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.
Recording level (When recording)/
Remaining memory
Recording
indicator
Battery
indicator
Stereo/
Monaural
Play
indicator
Recording
mode
Folder
File
Recording
(play)
elapsed time
2 Connect this unit to a computer
with the USB cable.
This unit cannot be operated.
Connect one IC Recorder only while using Voice Editing.
This software does not support simultaneous
use of multiple IC Recorders.
USB cable
(included)
When connected to a computer “
”
appears, and when transferring data
“ ” flashes.
Do not disconnect the USB cable
while this is flashing.
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.
Microphone
Straight
mini plug
L-shaped
mini plug
[W]
Headphone/
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)”.
Caution
Use only the included USB cable with a ferrite
core when connecting to computer.
(You can save and edit sound files, convert sound to text and have text read aloud
using the included software.)
g Precautions for listening with the Headphones or Earphones
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*
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.
This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such
interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile
telephone.
PLUG IN
POWER
()
MIC
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.
Main unit
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; 0.5 mW + 0.5 mW 16 Ϯ
Input jack; Mic, 3.5 mm; 0.56 mV plug in power
Speaker: 20 mm 8 Ϯ
Power requirement: DC 3 V (2 AAA/LR03 size batteries)
Dimensions (WȿHȿD):
Max dimensions;
32.5 mm ȿ 118.8 mm ȿ 15.9 mm
Cabinet dimensions; 29.8 mm ȿ 118.5 mm ȿ 14.2 mm
Mass:
with batteries;
61 g
without batteries; 38 g
Operational temperature range: 0 ɋC – 40 ɋC
Battery life: [When used at 25 ɋC on a flat, stable surface]
Batteries Mode Stereo/Monaural Recording
Panasonic alkaline
batteries
HQ
13 hours 30 minutes
Specifications
The battery life may be less depending on the operating conditions.
Note:
*
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
*
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
16 hours 30 minutes Monaural
Playback
10 hours 30 minutes
12 hours
Stereo
FQ/SP
17 hours
22 hours
Monaural
13 hours
13 hours 30 minutes
Stereo
“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.
“EE:EE” is displayed.
Available recording time does not increase
correspondingly after erasing files.
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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The battery has run down.
Set the time. ( ⏺ page 1)
Ensure the plug is inserted firmly.
Wipe the plug clean.
VAS ( ⏺ page 4) may have functioned.
Set the time. ( ⏺ page 1)
Set play speed to normal. ( ⏺ page 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. ( ⏺ pages 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. ( ⏺ pages 2, 3)
Recordings can disappear if the unit receives a shock (e.g. it is
dropped), or the batteries come out during recording.
This can occur after repeatedly recording and erasing files.
Unlock all your files, then erase all folders to remedy this.
( ⏺ pages 2, 3)
You can set the timers within 24 hours of the current time.
Set the time. ( ⏺ page 1)
The settings are cancelled 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 with Voice Editing.
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Text conversion will be inaccurate if you record in "MEETING" mode,
especially if you also use stereo. Set the [MEETING, DICTATION]
switch to "DICTATION". Your recording will be monaural. (Refer to
the Voice Editing operating instructions (PDF fi le).)
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.
Dictation cord (included)
Operation is not possible when “ hold”
appears on the display.
*
The hold function is on. ( ⏺ page 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
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Sound files made with previous versions will remain intact, but you should back them up to be sure.
Panasonic Warranty
1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty
Panasonic or it's Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts
or labour if, in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period.
2. This warranty only applies to Panasonic products purchased in Australia and sold by Panasonic Australia or its
Authorised Distributors or Dealers and only where the products are used and serviced within Australia or it's
territories. Warranty cover only applies to service carried out by a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre and only
if valid proof of purchase is presented when warranty service is requested.
3. This warranty only applies if the product has been installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations (as noted in the operating instructions) under normal use and reasonable care (in the opinion of
Panasonic). The warranty covers normal domestic use only and does not cover damage, malfunction or failure
resulting from use of incorrect voltages, incorrect installation, accident, misuse, neglect, build-up of dirt or dust,
abuse, maladjustment of customer controls, mains supply problems, thunderstorm activity, infestation by insects
or vermin, tampering or repair by unauthorised persons (including unauthorised alterations), exposure to
abnormally corrosive conditions or any foreign object or matter having entered the product.
4. This warranty does not cover the following items unless the fault or defect existed at the time of purchase:
(a) Video or Audio Tapes (d) Cabinet Parts (g) Microwave Oven cook plates.
(b) Video or Audio Heads and Stylii resulting (e) User replaceable Batteries (h) Kneader mounting shaft unit
from wear and tear in normal use (f) Thermal Paper, Toner/Ink Cartridges, (bread bakery)
(c) Shaver Heads or Cutters Drums, Developer, Film (Ink/Ribbon),
Film Cartridge, Printer Heads
5. If warranty service is required you should:
Telephone Panasonic’s Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre
Locator for the name/address of the nearest Authorised Service Centre.
Send or bring the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase
receipt as a proof of purchase date. Please note that freight and insurance to and / or from your nearest
Authorised Service Centre must be arranged by you.
Note that home or pick-up/delivery service is available for the following products in the major metropolitan
areas of Australia or the normal operating areas of the nearest Authorised Service Centres:
(a) Picture tube (CRT) based Television Receivers (screen (b) Convection/Combination Microwave Ovens
sizes greater than 66cm); Rear Projection TV’s; Plasma/LCD (c) Whiteboard (except portable type)
televisions / displays (screen size greater than 103 cm)
6. The warranties hereby conferred do not extend to, and exclude, any costs associated with the installation, de-
installation or re-installation of a product, including costs related to the mounting, de-mounting or remounting of
any screen, (and any other ancillary activities), delivery, handling, freighting, transportation or insurance of the
product or any part thereof or replacement of and do not extend to, and exclude, any damage or loss occurring by
reason of, during, associated with, or related to such installation, de-installation, re-installation or transit.
Panasonic Authorised Service Centres are located in major metropolitan areas and most regional centres of Australia,
however, coverage will vary dependant on product. For advice on exact Authorised Service Centre locations for your
product, please telephone our Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre
Locator.
Unless otherwise specified to the consumer the benefits conferred by this express warranty are additional to all other
conditions, warranties, guarantees, rights and remedies expressed or implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 and
similar consumer protection provisions contained in legislation of the States and Territories and all other obligations
and liabilities on the part of the manufacturer or supplier and nothing contained herein shall restrict or modify such
rights, remedies, obligations or liabilities.
November 2005
THIS WARRANTY CARD AND THE PURCHASE DOCKET (OR SIMILAR PROOF OF PURCHASE)
SHOULD BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES
If you require assistance regarding warranty conditions or any other enquiries,
please visit the
Panasonic Australia website
www.panasonic.com.au or by phone on 132 600
If phoning in, please ensure you have your operating instructions available.
Panasonic Australia Pty. Limited
ACN 001 592 187 ABN 83 001 592 187
Locked Bag 505, Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086
www.panasonic.com.au
PRO-031-F01 Issue: 3.0 23-11-2005
ONLY FOR AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND
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