Panasonic ° Portable Stereo CD System Operating Instructions .... '_-k - JO _Js f Modet No.RX-ES25 RX-ES20 ,_Befo_-econnecting, operating or ad usting this product, please read these irt_t;'ilt,ti_ne ,'ompletely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
uear cuslomer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit. EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING PERSONNEL.
Table of Contents Precautions THE FOLLOWING Supplied Accessories .............................................. Precautions ............................................................... Use of Batteries ........................................................ Power Sources ......................................................... 2 3 5 6 Memory Batteries ..................................................... Location of Controls ................................................ The Remote Control .....
Before using this unit please read these operating instructions carefully• Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit itself as well as the safety suggestions listed below. Afterwards keep them handy for future reference. Placement 1. Ventilation--The I) m 1. Power Source--The unit should be connected to power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. 2.
• if this unit is not used for a long period of time or is used only from an AC power source, remove all the batteries to @ • • • • Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industdes Association's Consumer of your equipment Electronics Group want you to get the most out by playing it at a safe level.
Power _p Household AC outlet (AC 12_ 60Hz) u_ o_w_;rcor!nduded) Sources Connect the AC power cord. Conserving power The unit consumes 3.1W for RX-ES25 and 2.1W for RX-ES20 even when it is turned off with [_)]. To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the househo_d AC outlet. Remember to reset the radio stations and any other memory items before using the unit again if you haven't inserted memory batteries.
Number Designation Reference Page (_ Standby/on switch (F_Uff_) Pressto switchthe unitfrom on tostandbymodeor vice versa.In standby mode,the unitis still consuminga smallamount of power (_ Preset equalizer button (PRESET EQ) ..................... 19 (_ Play timer/record timer button (_)PLAY/REC) ............................................................. 20 (_ Clock/timer button (CLOCK/rIMER) .................... 9, 20 Volume control buttons (+,-VOLUME) .......
".3 f Number f O0 O --® 4 5 6 _10 7 8 9 0 tit e_ @@- -@@ of© & -®® @VOLUME O Designation Reference Page (_ Sleep timer button (SLEEP) ....................................... Numbered buttons .......................................... 11, 13, FM modeJBP button (FM MODE/BP) ................... 10, Tape counter reset button (C-RESET) ....................... 21 14 18 15 Sound virtualizer button (S.VIRTUALIZER) .............. 19 Auto scan button (AUTO SCAN) ...............................
This is a twelve hour clock. The example shows how to set the clock to 1:30 p.m. I_ll Press [P'_'_F_W_] to turn the unit on. ] Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select Each time you press me outton: clock. I} Clock --> iON _PLAY -_--> _@PLAY OFF" E'orl0ioa, dispo. . coFp: ] Within 10seconds Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE --CD SKIP--] to set the time. L_I Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to start the clock. The original disptay is restored shorl_yafler.
Preparation: ] (when using batteries) Press [_ ]. Press [TUNER BAND] to select "FM" or "AM". (Uni'_comes on when using AC power.) Each time you press the button: AM _ FM ] Press tion. [ P,EW/-/_II_I] "_" ] or [I|H)'-/+/FF ] to select a sta- is displayed during FM stereo broadcasts. Press [+, - VOLUME] to adjust the volume. Remote control only You can search for a station by listening to all tuned-in stations for 8 seconds each. ] Press [TUNER] to select "FM" or "AM". F_ Pressscanstarts.
Preparation: (when using bafteries) Press [_ ]. Tuning is simpler if you preset stations. You can preset 12 FM and 12 AM stations. [] Presetting Preparation: 7 (_) _ _ stafions ] Press [-MEMORY-CLEAR]. [] While" _"is flashing Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE "-- B radio _/_ ___\ 1 Tune to the station you want to preset. (._ page 10) --CD SKIP _] to select aCLEAR].on channel the remote and control press [*MEMORY Press the numbered button(s) to enter the station _- into a channel (1 to 12).
] Press [_ACD] to open the tray. (The unitcomeson.) Load a CD and press [_ CO] to close the tray• ] Press [1_/11COl to start play. Plays to the and of the CD and stops. ]Press [+, -VOLUME] to adjust the volume. To stop play Press [11TAPF_JCD]. One touch play (When using AC power) When a CD is loaded, press [1_/11 CO]. The unit comes on and play starts, TO pause play Press [1_/11 COl during play.
/, f fB 0 Qoo CS_ CSS_ 4 Numbered buttons 5 Preparation: Press [m] to switch to CD mode. Remote control only 6 C_ C_ C9 7 8 9 ->11 Direct _ 0 • _1 I_EAT : -- Q •E]I access play Startsplay from a selectedtrack Select the track with the numbered buttons. For two-digit tracks, press [_>10],then the two digits• ,a.o -- _.._ - Repeat Press [REPEAT] & II play P_ayso frock or all tracks repeatedly before or during play to select a mode.
Program play Selectup to 36 tracksto play in the orderyouchoose. On the main Preparation: ,," Track number d :3 unit Press [i TAPEJCD] to switch to CD mode• g Turn [TIME/PRESET the track. TUNE --CD ] Press [.MEMORY-CLEAR]. SKIP--] to select Play time '-/:35 ®4r , Repeat steps [] ] Programmed track Play sequence and [] to program other tracks. Press [1_/I I CD] to start play. On the remote control Preparation: Press [i] ] Press "_" [PGM/°CLEAR]. appea_ on the display. Enter tons.
Cassettes ] _; " _ Press [_ DECK] to open the deck. (The unitcomeson.) Load a cassette and close the deck by hand• ] Press [1_ TAPE] to start play. ] Press [+,-VOLUME] to adjust the volume. II To stop play Press [11TAPE/CD]. / i_, _! "! i_ J_ One touch play (When using AC power) When a cassette is loaded, press [1_ TAPE]. The unit comes on and play starts. Side to be played back facing up Fast-forward Press [REW /-] Insert the cassette with the exposed tape facing you.
IEI To protect tapes against further recording _Side A _ Erasure prevention I "_@ The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent recording. To record on the tape again, cover as shown. Tab for side "B" Tab for side "A" [] Normal position tape (_ sive Tor -,ecord Adphee Erasing re(:ord;ngs ! Insert the cassette with the side to be erased facing up. (_) Press [I TAPF_/CD] to switch to TAPE mode. (_) Press [l/ll]. Recording CDs Preparations: • Insert a CD (,_ page 12).
Records the whole CD or selected tracks. When the tape finishes before CD, recording and CD pauses for you to resume recording on the opposite side. Preparation: Insert a CO (,_ page 12). ] Press [BTAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode. ] Press [CD REC MODE] to display"ALL-REC". Each time youpressthe button: ALL-REC --* 1-REC --* OFF + I The display shows the tape length needed. =C .... " indicates the tape needed exceeds 100 minutes.
Records a selected track from the CD and stops. Preparations: Insert a CD (,=l. page 12) and a cassette (-1, page 15). Wind the tape on to where you want to start recording. ] Press [IITAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode. ] Press [CD REC MODE] to display"l-REC'. Each time you press the button: ALL-F_EC--> 1-REC "--* OFF + I ] Turn ['TIME/PRESETTUNE _- CD SKIP _] the track you want to record. ] Press [o/11] to start recording, CD playand recording start at the same time.
C You can choose one of four types of sound quality. (_) XBS: Adds punch to rock _) Clear: Cladfies higher sounds © Soft: For background music (_ Vocal: Adds gloss to vocals Press [PRESET EQ] to select a setting. Each time you press the button: F© XBS --) _) Clear_ © Soft--_© EQ-OFF (cancelled) _- Vocal 1_ J Changes to sound quality do not affect recordings. _! 3-D sound with the Sound Virtualizer Remote control only You can create a three-dimensional stereo sound.
! |e_l The Play and Record Timer You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you up (play timer) or to record a radio station (record timer). Preparations: Turn the unit on and set the clock. (,,,_ page 9) • For play timer, prepare the music source (tape/CD/radio) tening, and set the volume. for lis- • For record timer, check the cassette's erasure prevention tab (=,i_ page 16: [] ) and load the cassette with the side for recording facing up.
Remote control only You can set the unit to turn off after certain time. (e.g. when you want to fall asleep while listening to music.) Press [SLEEP] to select the time Each time you press the button: (minutes). rs,. P SL %%o--'SLEEP L?p 120-_ To cancel Press [SLEEP] to select =SLEEPOFF" SI_EP Time se_ing t :c _EEI To check the remaining time Press [SLEEP] once.
Troubleshooting Before requesting service, check the points below. If you can't fix the unit as described below, or if something not listed here occurs, refer to the enclosed directory to locate an Authorized Service Center convenient to you or contact your dealer, For detailed instructions, contact an authorized serWcenter in the U.S.A. and Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre in Canada. In the U.S.A. 1-800-211-7262 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com) In Canada 905-624.5505 or web site (www.
Product Service Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair the unit yourself. Re- I Product information fer servicing to qualified personnel only. I For productservice, productinformationor assistancewith product operation,referto the servicenterdirectory, ONLY FOR U.S.A.
Specifications Radio Frequency FM range 87.9-107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps) 87.5-108.0 MHz (1(30 kHz steps) 520-t710kHz (10 kHz steps) AM CD player Sampling frequency Decoding Beam source No. of channels Wow and flutter D/A converter 44.
