Portable Stereo CD System Operating Instructions Model No. RX-EX1 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Dear customer Before use Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit. Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference. MODEL NUMBER! RX-EX1 SERIAL NUMBER CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
Table of contents THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.: Supplied Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . Use of batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory Back-up Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Location of Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Remote Control . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. Environment Before use Safety 1. Power source—Connect the unit to a power source of the type described in these instructions or as marked on the unit. 2. Polarization—The unit is equipped with a polarized power plug where one blade is wider than the other.
Dear customer Listening caution EST. 1924 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 Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
Power Sources Operating the unit on AC power Connect the AC power cord. Before use Using batteries AC IN~ Household AC outlet (AC 120V, 60Hz) (not included) The unit cannot be powered by batteries if the AC power cord is connected. The remote control cannot turn the unit on when batteries are used. AC power cord Removing the batteries Open the battery cover, insert a finger into the hole in the bottom of the unit and push out.
Location of Controls Basic controls Designation Reference Page Standby/on switch (POWER, ) . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. Power indicator (POWER) The indicator lights red when the unit is turned on. Volume control (– "VOLUME#+) . . . . . . 10,13,15 Harmonic enhancer sound (H.E.S) . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Display panel Remote control signal sensor (SENSOR) . . . . . .
The Remote Control Buttons Number Y Designation Reference Page Before use Sleep timer button (SLEEP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Numbered buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–12,14 Auto scan button (AUTO SCAN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Tape counter reset button (C-RESET) . . . . . . . . 15 Clock/timer button (CLOCK/TIMER) . . . . . . . . . 9,19 Play timer/ record timer button ( PLAY/REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Sound virtualizer button (S.
Setting the Time This is a twelve hour clock. The example shows how to set the clock to 1:30 p.m. Remote control only ] to turn the unit on. Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”. Each time the button is pressed: CLOCK ON PLAY OFF PLAY Original display OFF REC ON REC Within 10 seconds Press [REW/–/ time. ] or [ Before use Press [ /+/FF] to set the Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to start the clock. The original display is restored shortly after.
CDs Press [POWER, ] to turn the unit on. 9 TAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode. Press [9 Each time the button is pressed CD TAPE / CD] to open the tray, load a CD, and Press [/ / CD] to close the tray. press [/ B/; ; CD] to start play. Press [B Plays to the end of the CD and stops. Listening Turn [– "VOLUME#+] to adjust the volume. To stop play Press [ PLAY 1 RE FADER SLEEP ALL 1-REC ST REC PGM RANDOM TAPE/CD].
CDs Y Other modes of play Preparation: Press [ ] to switch to CD mode. Remote control only Direct access play Starts normal play from a selected track Select the track with the numbered buttons. Repeat play Plays a track or all tracks repeatedly Press [CD PLAY MODE] before or during play to select the mode. Listening For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [ 10] then the two digits.
CDs Y Program play: Select up to 36 tracks to play in the order you choose Preparation: Press [ ] to switch to CD mode. Remote control only Press [PGM/ CLEAR ]. Enter the track number with the numbered buttons. Listening For tracks numbered 10 and over, press [ 10] then the two digits. Repeat this step to program the tracks in the required order. Press [CD]. All the tracks are played in the selected order. The program remains intact even if play is stopped or the unit is turned off.
The Radio: manual tuning Press [POWER, ] to turn the unit on. Press [TUNER BAND] to select FM or AM. Each time the button is pressed: AM FM Press [TUNE MODE] to select the manual tuning mode. Make sure that “ Press [REW/–/ station. “ ” is not displayed. ] or [ /+/FF] to select a ” is displayed during FM stereo broadcasts.
The Radio: preset tuning Presetting radio stations Y Remote control only Tuning is simpler if you preset stations. You can preset 12 FM and 12 AM stations. Preparation: Tune to the station you want to preset. ( page 13) Press [PGM/ CLEAR ]. RE PLAY 1 FADER SLEEP REC PGM EQ ON ALL 1-REC ST RANDOM MONO While “ ” is flashing Listening Press the numbered buttons to enter the station into a channel (1 to 12).
Cassettes Press [POWER, ] to turn the unit on. Insert a cassette into the deck. Play starts from the side facing up. Turn [– "VOLUME#+ ] to adjust the volume. To stop play Press [7 TAPE/CD]. Listening Press [3 TAPE] to start play. To eject tape Stop tape play, then press [0 TAPE]. One touch play (When using AC power) When a cassette is loaded, press [3 TAPE]. The unit comes on and play starts. Fast-forward and rewind ] (rewind) or [ /+/FF] (fast-forward).
Before Recording Side A Erasure prevention Tab for side “B” Tab for side “A” The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent recording. To record on the tape again, cover as shown. To re-record Normal tape Erasing recording Insert the cassette with the side to be erased facing up. Press [ TAPE/CD] to switch to TAPE mode. Press [ ]. Adhesive tape Recording CDs Recording Preparation: page 9) • Insert a CD ( • To record from the beginning of the tape Wind on the leader tape.
Recording CDs You can record the whole CD (ALL-REC) or a selected track(1-REC). ALL-REC Preparation: Insert a CD ( page 10) 9 TAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode. Press [9 Press [CD REC MODE] so “ALL-REC” is displayed. Each time the button is pressed ALL-REC 1-REC OFF The display shows the length of tape needed. “C-- -- -- --” indicates the tape needed exceeds 100 minutes. You can still record, but some tracks may not be recorded if the tape isn’t long enough.
Recording the Radio Preparation: •Wind on the leader tape. •To record from part way through the tape Wind the tape on to where you want to start recording. Insert a cassette with the side for recording facing up. Tune to the station ( Recording Press [ PLAY 1 RE FADER SLEEP PGM RANDOM ] to start recording. To stop recording EQ ON Press [ ALL 1-REC ST REC pages 13 and 14). TAPE/CD].
Using the Timer Remote control only SLEEP TIMER FADER DISPLAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you up (play timer) or record a radio station (record timer). PGM CLEAR Preparations: Turn the unit on and set the clock. ( page 9). •For play timer, prepare the music source (tape/CD/ radio) for listening, and set the volume.
Using the Timer To check the settings (when unit is off) Press [CLOCK/TIMER]. The settings are shown in the following order: Start time, Finish time Source Volume Y Clock To change the settings (when unit is on) PLAY 1 RE FADER SLEEP EQ ON ALL 1-REC ST REC PGM RANDOM MONO To change the times Do steps , , , and . To change the source or volume 1. Press [ PLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator. 2. Make changes to the source or volume. 3. Do steps to .
Warranty (U.S.A.) ONLY FOR U.S.A. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Portable Audio Limited Warranty This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser.
Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you can’t fix the system 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 servicenter in the U.S.A. and Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre in Canada. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-211-7262, e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or visit www.panasonic.
Product Service 1. Damage requiring service —The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or (b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or (e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged. 2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”) One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. RQT5671-1P © 2000 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
