Operating Instructions IC Recorder

Model No.

RR-US950 RR-US750
The illustration shows RR-US750.

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum perfor mance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

RQT9124-B

Enjoy with This Unit

Recording

Supplied accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of January 2008. These may be subject to change.)

Meeting

Lesson Lecture

Dictation

Playing back to listen
Recorded file MP3 music file with speaker or earphones (not included)
1 USB cable [K2KZ4CB00012] 1 AAA-type nickel-metal-hydride rechargeable battery (Battery case: RXQ0449) Other rechargeable batteries cannot be charged on this unit. Make sure to buy [HHR-4AGE/2B] for Europe or [HHR-4AGT/2B] for Asia and use one of the pair when replacing the rechargeable battery. Exclusive rechargeable battery Ordinary rechargeable battery (For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland) To order accessories, refer to Sales and Support Information ( page 40).
Connecting this unit to a computer
Using a computer Charge the battery Copy/Organise (Delete) recorded files/ Play back to listen From a computer Transfer MP3 music files

RQT9124

Table of contents

Preparation

Enjoy with This Unit... 2 Supplied accessories... 2 Part names... 4 Inserting/Charging the battery.. 5 Hold function... 6 Turning ON/OFF the Power.. 6 Setting the time... 7

Basic Operations

Recording settings.. 8 Switching recording position.. 8 Recording.. 9 How to set the recording mode (XP/LP/EP).. 9 Playing... 10 Adjusting the volume.. 10 Operations during playback.. 10 Conrming the remaining time.. 10 Display while stopped.. 11 Listening to the audio during playback.. 11 Deleting recorded les.. 12 Locking recorded les (File protection). 13

Using with a computer

Connecting this unit to a computer.. 27 Opening the folder of this unit using a computer.. 28 Importing the recorded les in this unit to a computer/Organising les.. 29 Returning the les imported to the computer to this unit... 30 Listening to the music on this unit (Transferring MP3 music les to this unit).. 31 Listening to the music on this unit (Playing MP3 music les on this unit). 32 Creating MP3 music les.. 33

Others

System requirements... 34 Q & A (Frequently Asked Questions).. 35 Troubleshooting guide.. 36 Sales and Support Information (For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland). 40 Care and use... 42 Maintenance... 43 Specications... 44

Advanced Operations

Changing recording settings (Stereo/Monaural, Microphone sensitivity). 14 Changing recording settings (Zoom microphone). 15 Monitoring the recording in progress. 15 Timer recording.. 16 Preventing unnecessary recording (VAS). 17 Conrming possible (remaining) recording time.. 17 Setting the Playback speed control function. 18 Reducing noise (EQ setting).. 19
Slight return playback.. 19 Repeat play/Successive play.. 20 A-B Repeat play.. 20 Dividing les... 21 Index function... 22 Security functions... 24 Cancelling the operation beep. 26 Recording to other devices... 26

Part names

Main unit
Recording indicator (red) LCD display + (Volume) Zoom microphone (front) u (Fast backward) q/g (Play/Stop/Enter) (Volume) i (Fast forward) REC/PAUSE g (STOP) FOLDER/MENU INDEX/ DIVIDE REPEAT Bottom side ERASE Recording position switch (ZOOM/WIDE/MANUAL) USB jack Built-in microphone Headphone/earphone jack (W) HOLD Zoom microphone (back) Built-in speaker Battery cover Hand strap hole

Press STOP to stop the unit. Start the computer beforehand.
Insert the USB cable into this unit.
Insert the USB cable into the computer.
Insert the USB cable straight in the same direction as that of the terminal.

This unit

Computer USB cable (included) Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one.
Inserting the rechargeable battery
Display while charging (Rechargeable batteries can be refreshed about 300 times)

Hold function

Before operating, switch Hold off, when finished, switch Hold on.

g Hold function

Turning ON/OFF the Power
This unit has no power button.
Turning the power ON Press q/g o r any button, or operate [HOLD] switch while the power is off (the display is off), then the power turns on and the display turns on. Turning the power OFF When you switch Hold on while the unit is stopped, or you do not operate the unit for more than approx. 15 minutes while the unit is stopped, the power automatically turns off. * After use, we recommend switching Hold on after stopping the unit.

Hold off

This function prevents accidental operation when you put the unit in your pocket or bag. It also prevents battery loss from accidental unit operation.

g When you set Hold on

Button operations are ignored even if you press buttons by mistake. * When you set Hold on while recording or playing, appears and the or iginal display reappears. * When you set Hold on while the unit is stopped, appears and then the display and power turn off.

Setting the time

When is blinking When the time display is (blinking) or you change the time
Switch Hold off ( page 6). Press STOP to stop the unit.

FOLDER/ MENU STOP

Switch Hold off ( page 6).
Press +, to set the year and press q/g to enter.
Set month and day in the same way.

M D M D

1. Press and hold

FOLDER/ MENU

until the

(blinking)

menu screen is displayed. 2. Press +, to select year display ** and press q/g to enter. 3. Follow step 1 , 2 and 3 shown at left.
* Press STOP to stop the setting process midway. * The clock operates with the monthly loss/gain of 60 seconds at nor mal temperature. * The time setting is cleared, if the battery has been consumed completely. If blinks, press q/g to enter. (blinking) or is displayed.

Recorded audio data from the starting point to the ending point is saved as a file. The saved data is called a file.

(Recording starts).

Each time you press Pause Recording resumes Display during recording Light stays on. (Blinks while paused.)
The display changes depending on recording levels. In stereo Top side: ch-L/Bottom side: ch-R Recording elapsed time (Blinks while paused.)
How to set the recording mode (XP/LP/EP)

Press

to stop the unit.
* Even if you change the position of Recording position switch during recording, the setting will not be changed until the recording is complete. * Change the recording mode as necessary ( right).
2. Press q/g to enter. 3. Press u, i to select among XP, LP and EP and press q/g to enter.

To stop: Press

1. Press and hold FOLDER/ MENU until the menu screen is displayed.

(blinking) is displayed.

Slide recording position switch to select a position.

Playing

Switch Hold off ( page 6). Press STOP to stop the unit. Select a folder ( right). Select a file ( right).

Select a folder

The folder is switched each time you press FOLDER/ MENU. Select among , , , , . Select the folder that contains the file to play.
Press q/g (Playback starts).

Adjusting the volume

Turn up the volume: Press + Turn down the volume: Press Volume range is 0 to 20. (The factory setting is 13.)

Select a le

Press u, i to select. Each time you press, the file number changes. File number
Operations during playback

Jump (Skip):

Press u, i. Press u midway while playing a file and the playback jumps to the beginning of the file. To return to the previous file, press u again within 1 second.
Confirming the remaining time
1. Press and hold FOLDER/ MENU for 1 second or longer during playback.
The remaining time of the file which is being played is displayed.

ALL ALL

Fast backward/Fast forward (Search): Stop:
Press and hold u, i. Press q/g or
Remaining playback time To return to the original screen, press FOLDER/ MENU again. (When you do not press, the screen returns to the original one approx. 30 seconds later.)

Display while stopped

After the unit is stopped, the display is switched as below until the current time is displayed. Remaining memory ( page 17)

XPLPEP EP

Listening to the audio during playback
File number Playback elapsed time
Current recording setting Total number of files in folder A
g When the recording is stopped g When pressing u, i to select a file while stopped
Remaining memory ( page 17)

XPLPEP EP XPLPEP EP

Current time

File number

Current recording setting
Recommended additional earphones: Panasonic RP-HV250 (the product number is correct as of January 2008.) Insert securely.
e.g.) When you have recorded to folder A in ZOOM position with the recording mode XP
* The built-in speaker is turned off when earphones are connected.
Displayed in turn: Recording date Recording start time Recording time This information makes it easier to search for files.
Total number of files in folder A Current time
g When the playback is stopped
The audio during playback comes from the speaker. Listening may be difficult in noisy places due to the speaker output. In that case, connect stereo earphones (not included). Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo mini plug

Deleting recorded files

Select a folder ( page 10).
Press ERASE while playing or the unit is stopped. Press u, i to select the file.

Deleting one file

Press q/g to enter. Press u, i to select and press q/g to enter.
When deleting is complete, is displayed. It may take dozens of seconds until deleting is complete.
Deleting all files in one folder Deleting all files in folder A through D Deleting all files in all folders Formatting this unit

Formatting

If the unit is formatted, all existing files including protected files, music files and data files transferred from PCs, etc. are deleted.
: Protected files and files which cannot be played back on this unit cannot be deleted.
* Deleted files cannot be recovered. * Press STOP to stop the operation midway. * The file numbers displayed on this unit are moved forward after deleting files. * When you wish to delete some portion of a file, divide the file ( page 21) and delete the unnecessary file. * Yo u c a n n o t d e l e t e f i l e s w h e n t h e remaining battery display is .

Locking recorded files (File protection)
Locked files cannot be deleted on this unit (except formatting). Use this function to protect files. Select a folder ( page 10). Press STOP to stop the unit.
Press q/g to enter. Press u, i to select and press q/g to enter.
Press and hold until the menu screen is displayed.
Press +, and u, i to and press q/g select to enter.
(Press +, to move to and press i to select .)
Lock is performed. It may take dozens of seconds until locking is complete.
Press u, i to select the file.
Selecting one file Selecting all files in one folder Selecting all files in all folders

To cancel lock:

Follow step 1 to 4 , select 5 and enter. in step
* Press STOP to stop the setting process midway. * is displayed for the locked files when the file is selected. * is not displayed when there is no file in the selected folder.
Changing recording settings (Stereo/Monaural, Microphone sensitivity)
Switching Stereo/Monaural
Changing microphone sensitivity
Set the Recording position switch to MANUAL ( page 8). Press STOP to stop the unit.

Press and hold FOLDER/

the menu screen is displayed.
Press u, i to select and press q/g to enter.

XP LP EP P

Press +, to select press q/g to enter.
Press +, to select or and press q/g to enter.
Press u, i to select microphone sensitivity and press q/g to enter.

Low Normal High

Stereo Monaural (Recording more than (Recording one one persons voice) persons voice)
* Press STOP to stop the setting process midway. * If is selected and entered while is on ( page 15), ( disappears.)

turns off.

Changing recording settings (Zoom microphone)/Monitoring the recording in progress
Changing Zoom microphone setting
When the zoom is set to , the surrounding sound volume is lowered, and the sound in front is clearly recorded. When recording with zoom microphone, the audio becomes monaural.
Monitoring the recording in progress
Press and hold screen is displayed.

until the menu and

XP LP EP
Press u, i to select press q/g to enter.
Press u, i to select or press q/g to enter.

Zoom ON Zoom OFF

* Press STOP to stop the setting process midway. * Do not block the holes of the zoom microphone and built-in microphone ( page 4). * When is set ( page 14), you cannot set the zoom is not displayed on the menu screen. microphone and

g Adjusting the volume

You can adjust the volume by pressing +, , but the recording level is not affected.
Set the Recording position switch to MANUAL ( page 8). Set to (Monaural) ( page 14).
Connect stereo earphones (not included). Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo mini plug

Timer recording

Timer Recording can be set to make one recording at a specified time on this unit. A recording automatically starts at the start time and ends at the finish time. Set the time beforehand ( page 7). Select the folder for recording and recording position ( pages 8, 9). Press STOP to stop the unit. FOLDER/ MENU

Recording indicator STOP

Timer recording is cancelled if the unit is used for playback or another operation 30 seconds before the starting time. After setting the timer, press STOP to keep the unit stopped or off for standby.
Press +, to select and press q/g to enter. Press u, i to select and press q/g to enter. Press +, to select the start time and press q/g to enter.
Confirming the timer set:
Perform step 1 , 2 and 3. Select
Cancelling Timer recording:
in step 3 and enter. * Press STOP to stop the setting process midway. * The recording time cannot be set more than 24 hours ahead of the current time. * Maximum recording time that can be set by Timer recording function is 8 hours. (When only 4 hours of memory remain, maximum recording time is 4 hours.) * The unit automatically turns on for preparation 30 seconds before the recording start time, then and the Recording indicator blink. The unit does not accept key operations for this 30 seconds. At the start time, the recording indicator lights up and timer recording starts. * You can stop the recording while Timer recording is in progress, but you cannot pause the recording. * Timer recording setting is cancelled once timer recording is finished.
Set the finish time in the same way. (If the recording finish time is not set, you cannot set timer recording.)

ON (Start time)

OFF (Finish time)
is displayed after the timer recording is set.
Preventing unnecessary recording (VAS)/Confirming possible (remaining) recording time

and the playback elapsed time at that point blink for 2 seconds. After blinking, the playback resumes.
* You cannot add the Index within 3 seconds from the beginning of the file. * The Index cannot be added when the interval of Index points is less than 2 seconds. * is displayed for the file to which Indexes are added. * When the battery indicator shows , you cannot add the Index.

Cancelling the Index

Select a file or folder which has Index to be cancelled ( page 10). Press STOP to stop the unit.
Press q/g to enter. Press u, i to select press q/g to enter.
--- -- is displayed when cancelling Index is complete. It may take dozens of seconds until cancelling is complete.

Press and hold

menu screen is displayed.
Press +, to select and press q/g to enter. Press u, i to select the file.
Cancelling Indexes in one file
Cancelling Indexes in all files in one folder Cancelling Indexes in all files in all folders * Press STOP to stop the setting process midway. * If you divide or delete the files which have Indexes, those Indexes are cancelled. * If files with Indexes do not exist in the selected folder, is not displayed on the menu screen.

Security functions

If you set a password, password authentication is necessary when playing back this unit or connecting to a computer. When the unit is lost or stolen, the recorded data stored in this unit cannot be played or the computer does not recognise this unit as long as the password does not match. If you forget the password, you cannot 4 Press +, to select a number play files in folder A to D. Please write it and press q/g to enter. down in MEMO section ( right) not to Move to the next digit and select a FOLDER/ MENU forget. number. Repeat this until the 4th digit.
Setting the password (4-digit number)
(You can select a digit with u, i.) The password is determined when you finish entering the 4th digit. Then is displayed. MEMO Password If the password has been set and you press q / g to play a file, the password entry display appears ( page 25).
Press +, to select and press q/g to enter. Press u, i to select and press q/g to enter.
Enters the password entry display.
Cancelling the security lock:
Select in step 3 and enter. Perform step 4. (Enter the password.) * Press STOP to stop the setting process midway. * To change the password, cancel the security lock and set a password again from step 1.
Authenticating the password
(Enter the password.) Perform step 4 in page 24.
g When the password matches
* The security lock is temporarily released and the audio file can be played. ( blinks while temporarily cancelling.) * In the cases below, the security lock is set again. When you do not operate for more than approx. 15 minutes and the power turns off while the unit is stopped ( page 6) W h e n yo u sw i t c h H O L D o n d u r i n g n o operation and do not switch HOLD off for more than approx. 15 minutes ( page 6)

Importing recorded files to a computer
1. Select the recorded file in this unit, right-click and select [Copy]. 2. Select a folder in the computer, right-click and select [Paste] to import to the computer.
Folder in this unit Folder in the computer
Playing recorded files on the computer:
Select the recorded file in this unit, right-click and select [Play].
* Using [drag and drop], you can import the files to the computer as well. * If the file is deleted, file numbers displayed on this unit are moved forward. * (blinking) is displayed during the data transmission. Never remove the USB cable while is blinking. File data or this unit may be destroyed, or all the data in this unit may be lost. * When this unit is removed from the computer or the power is turned on afterwards, is displayed for a moment while updating the file data. * Do not format this unit using a computer. * When the file with Indexes is impor ted to a computer, those Indexes are cancelled.
Select the recorded file in this unit, right-click, select [Delete] and [Yes] to enter.
Delete unnecessary files using the computer:
Do not change the folder names If you change the names of folders (A, B, C, D, MUSIC) of this unit, new A, B, C, D and MUSIC folders are generated when this unit is disconnected from the computer. The files in the folders with changed names cannot be played on this unit.
Returning the files imported to the computer to this unit
Open the audio folder (A to D) of this unit beforehand ( page 28).
Returning recorded files to this unit from the computer
1. Select the recorded file imported to the computer ( page 29), right-click and select [Copy]. 2. Select the original folder in this unit, right-click and select [Paste] to return the recorded file.
* MP3 music files which were not recorded on this unit can be played only in MUSIC folder. If the file is returned to folder A to D, it cannot be played on this unit. (The file number is not displayed on the screen of this unit.) * Up to 99 files in folder A to D respectively can be played on this unit. Files over 99 cannot be played on this unit. * If you create folders in folder A to D, and put recorded files in the new folder, those files cannot be played on this unit. * The files that are returned to this unit are played back in the order the files are received. For example, even if the file is recorded first, the playback order becomes 5th if the file is reloaded from the computer at 5th.

Reload the files to the original folder which files were imported from. When you reload the files to other folders, those files cannot be played on this unit. (Confirm the first character (A to D) of the file name matches the folder name (A to D).)
Do not change the file names
If you change file names, those files cannot be played on this unit. Return the file name to the original one or move the file to MUSIC folder.
The file name consists of [Folder name (1 byte, 1 character (A to D)) + File number (1 byte, 3 characters + Recording date (1 byte, 4 numbers)]. e.g.) if the file is recorded as the first file in folder A on July 20, the name is A0010720.mp3. The second file on the same day is named as A0020720.mp3. If the file is divided ( page 21), A or B will be added at the end of the recording date.
File naming rules (for recorded files on this unit)
Listening to the music on this unit (Transferring MP3 music files to this unit)
You can enjoy music by transferring MP3 music files stored in the computer to this unit.
Transferring MP3 music files to this unit from the computer
Open MUSIC folder ( ) of this unit beforehand ( page 28).
Folder/file structure in MUSIC folder (example)
This is an example when M1 was loaded before M2 for M1 and M2, M1-1 was loaded before M1-2 for M1-1 and M1-2, C.mp3 was loaded before D.mp3 for C.mp3 and D.mp3.

MUSIC A M1 A M1-1 A

1. Select an MP3 music file or folder which has MP3 music files in the computer, right-click and select [Copy]. 2. Select MUSIC folder of this unit, right-click and select [Paste] to transfer to this unit.
* The files in the folder that was created into the MUSIC folder are playable. However, note that playable folders are the ones on the 1st hierarchy and 2nd hierarchy only. Folders on the 3rd hierarchy and after are not playable. * The audio files and folders that are loaded to this unit are played back in the order the files and folders are received. But in case of the structure at right, files in M2 are played after all files in M1 are played since the loaded order of 1st hierarchy takes priority. Even if M1-2 is loaded after M2-1, the files in M1-2 are played first. * Files just under the folder are played first; e.g., even if A.mp3 was loaded last, A.mp3 is played first. * In the case of the structure shown at right, the order of successive playback on this unit is A.mp3 B.mp3 C.mp3 D.mp3 E.mp3 F.mp3 G.mp3.

If you select low Bit Rate for ripping, more songs will be ripped.
If there are songs you do not want to rip, remove the check mark for .
* Windows Media Player 9 and older versions cannot create MP3 music file. * Please see the homepage of the Microsoft company for details of download/update of Windows Media Player etc. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ windowsmedia/player/11/default.aspx * If you cannot create MP3 music files successfully or do not know how to operate the computer, please consult the computer manufacturer. See page 31 for transferring MP3 music file to this unit and page 32 for playback.
Start the computer beforehand.
Music files ripped (encoded) into the computer using Windows Media Player are saved in [My Music] folder of [My Document] if the destination to save has not been changed.

System requirements

Computer IBM PC/AT compatible machines Windows 2000 Professional SP4 OS Windows XP Home Edition/Professional and SP1, SP2 Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Ultimate USB port Interface (Operation cannot be guaranteed if you use a USB hub or extension cable.) Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers can not be used. Operation is not guaranteed on Windows environments other than OS specified above. Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS. Not compatible with multi-boot environments. Operation is not guaranteed on home-made computers. Operation is not guaranteed on 64-bit computers. When using Windows Media Player, your computer must fulfill the system requirements of Windows Media Player. Please consult Microsoft Corporation for details of Windows Media Player. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media and Windows Vista are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the U.S. and other countries. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S. 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 mark and mark do not appear in this document. Depending on the computer environment, malfunctions may occur (e.g. Audio data recorded on this unit cannot be used, etc.). 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.
Q & A (Frequently Asked Questions)

Question Answer

Symptom Playing There is no sound from the earphones or it is difficult to hear or noisy. Sound is distorted. No sound from the speaker. I hear noises.
Checkpoints Ensure the plug is inserted firmly. Wipe the plug clean. Please lower the microphone sensitivity ( page 14) or keep the distance from the recording sound source. There is no sound when you have connected earphones. Move a mobile telephone away from this unit when you use the two in the same area. Reduce noise ( page 19). Noise is reduced and listening may become easier.
Recorded sounds contain noise that makes it difficult to hear sounds. Others The power cannot be turned The battery may have run out. When you use a rechargeable battery, on. charge battery ( page 5). When you use a dry-cell battery, replace the battery with a new one. T h e p ow e r a u t o m a t i c a l ly When you do not operate for more than approx. 15 minutes, the turns off. power automatically turns off. When any button is pressed or [HOLD] switch is operated, the power turns on ( page 6). Cannot delete a file or folder. The file is protected ( page 13). The folder is already empty. This unit is not recognised by The OS on the computer may not be compliant with this unit ( page 34). The password has been set ( page 25). a computer. Is a battery in this unit? If it is not, insert a battery. is displayed and the When the voltage of the battery is too low, computer cannot recognise this unit ( page 37).
Sales and Support Information
(For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland) Customer Care Centre For customers within the UK: 3852 For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 8333 Visit our website for product information E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm, Friday 9:30am-5:30pm (Excluding public holidays). Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. Most major credit and debit cards accepted. All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. It couldnt be simpler! Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

XP: 44.1 kHz/44.1 kHz LP: 22.05 kHz/16 kHz EP: 11.025 kHz/8 kHz Recording Format MP3 Playable Bit Rate (MUSIC folder) 8 kbps to 320 kbps Playable Sampling 8 kHz to 48 kHz Frequency (MUSIC folder) Frequency Response XP: 180 Hz to 15,000 Hz (-10 dB Rec-Play, LP: 180 Hz to 6,200 Hz Monaural) EP: 180 Hz to 3,400 Hz Built-in Microphone S/N Ratio 40.5 dB (XP) Filter (JIS A) Jack USB USB2.0 (Hi-Speed) Audio Earphone 3.5 mm jack, 16 , Max. 3 mW Output Speaker output 20 mm, 8 , Max. 50 mW Built-in Memory RR-USGB1 RR-USGB1
Operating Temperature 0C to 40C 20% to 80% (non-condensing) Operating Humidity Rechargeable Temperature 5C to 35C 1 Usable capacity will be less.
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Product Identication Marking is located on the bottom of unit.
ONLY FOR AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND

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 manufacturers 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 (b) Video or Audio Heads and Stylii resulting from wear and tear in normal use (c) Shaver Heads or Cutters (d) Cabinet Parts (e) User replaceable Batteries (f) Thermal Paper, Toner/Ink Cartridges, Drums, Developer, Film (Ink/Ribbon), Film Cartridge, Printer Heads (g) Microwave Oven cook plates. (h) Kneader mounting shaft unit (bread bakery)
5. If warranty service is required you should: Telephone Panasonics 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 sizes greater than 66cm); Rear Projection TVs; Plasma/LCD televisions / displays (screen size greater than 103 cm) (b) Convection/Combination Microwave Ovens (c) Whiteboard (except portable type)
6. The warranties hereby conferred do not extend to, and exclude, any costs associated with the installation, deinstallation 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

Operating Instructions IC Recorder

Model No.

RR-US550 RR-US510
The illustration shows RR-US550.

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum perfor mance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

RQT9363-B

Features

Recording

Supplied accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of December 2008. These may be subject to change.) (For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland) To order accessories, refer to Sales and Support Information ( page 36). 1 USB cable [K2KZ4CB00012]

Meeting

Lesson Lecture

Dictation

Playing back to listen
Recorded file MP3 music file with speaker or earphones (not included)
Connecting this unit to a computer
Using a computer Copy/Organize (Delete) recorded files/ Play back to listen From a computer Transfer MP3 music files

RQT9363

Table of contents

Preparation

Features... 2 Supplied accessories.. 2 Part names... 4 Inserting the batteries.. 5 Turning ON/OFF the Power... 6 Hold function... 6 Setting the time... 7

Using with a computer

Connecting this unit to a computer.. 24 Opening the folder of this unit using a computer. 25 Importing the recorded les in this unit to a computer/Organizing les.. 26 Returning the les imported to the computer to this unit... 27 Listening to music on this unit (Transferring MP3 music les to this unit).. 28 Listening to music on this unit (Playing MP3 music les on this unit).. 29 Creating MP3 music les.. 30

Basic Operations

Recording settings.. 8 Switching recording position.. 8 Recording... 9 Playing... 10 Listening to the audio using earphones. 11 Deleting recorded les.. 12 Locking recorded les (File protection).. 13

Advanced Operations

Changing recording settings (Microphone sensitivity).. 14 Changing recording settings (Zoom microphone/Recording mode (XP/LP/SLP)). 15 Preventing unnecessary recording (VAS).. 16 Conrming possible (remaining) recording time. 16 Setting the playback speed control function. 17 Reducing noise (EQ setting).. 18 Slight return playback... 18 Repeat play/Successive play.. 19 A-B Repeat play... 19 Security functions... 20
System requirements.. 31 Q & A (Frequently Asked Questions).. 32 Troubleshooting guide.. 33 Sales and Support Information (For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland). 36 Care and use... 38 Maintenance.. 39 Specications... 40
Recording using an external microphone.. 22 Recording from other devices... 22 Recording to other devices.. 23 Cancelling the operation beep.. 23

Part names

Main unit
Recording indicator (red) LCD display FOLDER STOP + (Volume) u (Fast backward) q/g (Play/Stop/Enter) (Volume) i (Fast forward) Built-in speaker OPR/HOLD Recording position switch (ZOOM/NORMAL/MANUAL) REC/PAUSE MENU/REPEAT ERASE USB jack Built-in microphone External microphone jack (MIC) Headphone/earphone jack ( ) Stand When you perform zoom recording with the unit placed on the desk, etc., stable zoom effect can be obtained by putting up the stand.

(PLU MIC G IN PO WE R)

Zoom microphone Battery cover Hand strap hole

Display

Remaining memory/Recording level

XPLPSLP : Recording mode

: Microphone sensitivity
: Noise reduction : Playback speed control : Formatting : Folder
: Battery indicator : Delete : Security : File protection : VAS recording : Operation beep
: Zoom recording : Successive/Repeat play : Possible remaining recording time Recording (Playback) elapsed time/Possible remaining recording time/Remaining playback time/Current time etc. Clock/Recording (Playback) time/Recording date File number : Slight return playback

Inserting the batteries

Blinking
* If the batteries run out, blinks. Replace the batteries as soon as possible. * Remove the batteries from the unit if you will not use it for a long period of time. * Please replace batteries within approx. 30 seconds for preservation of the clock data.
2 AAA LR03 batteries (not included) Make sure the batteries face the right direction. * Use alkaline batteries.
Make sure to turn the power off before removing the batteries. If the batteries are removed while recording, deleting, etc, all data on this unit may be lost or this unit may be destroyed.
The remaining battery display shown below is displayed while recording or playing.

Turning ON/OFF the Power

OPERATION/HOLD Switch

Hold function

Button operations are ignored when you set Hold on. Switching Hold on/off Hold on

HOLD OPR

OPR: operation

Hold off

Turning the power ON Slide OPERATION/HOLD switch to OPR side, then the power turns on and the display lights on. Turning the power OFF Slide and hold OPERATION/HOLD switch to OPR side for 2 seconds. Also, when you do not operate the unit for more than approx. 15 minutes while the unit is stopped, is displayed and the power automatically turns off. * When batteries are inserted for the first time, blinks on the display. Please set the time ( page 7).
When the Hold function is on, button operation is ignored even if the unit is on ( is displayed). Accordingly, operation mistakes (i.e. Recording or playback stops midway.) can be prevented.

Setting the time

When is blinking When the time display is (blinking) or you change the time
Turn the power on ( page 6). Press STOP to stop the unit.

MENU/

REPEAT
Turn the power on ( page 6).

Press q/g.

Press +, to set the year and press q/g to enter.
Set month and day in the same way. Year Month Day The above illustration is a display example.
Press MENU/ REPEAT. Press +, to select and press q/g to enter. Follow step 2 , 3 and 4 shown at left.
(blinking) or is displayed.

(blinking)

Press u, i to select the time display and press q/g to enter.

[Folder] for this unit means locations in which recording (music) files are stored. There are 4 and 1 music folder in audio folders this unit. Using each folder according to the purposes of recording enables you to search files easily later. A maximum of 99 files can be saved into each audio folder to.
Switch modes according to situations ( page 8).
Select a folder for recording.
The folder is switched each time you press. (The factory setting is Select among ). When you select , recording is automatically saved in (If the folder already contains 99 files, the next folder with recordable space is used).

FOLDER

Recorded audio data from the starting point to the ending point is saved as a file. The saved data is called a file.

(Recording starts).

Recording resumes
Each time you press Pause
Display during recording Light stays on. (Blinks while paused.) The display changes depending on recording levels. Recording elapsed time (Blinks while paused.)

To stop: Press

* Even if you change the position of Recording position switch during recording, the setting will not be changed until the recording is complete. * Change the recording mode as necessar y ( page 15). * Do not block the holes of the zoom microphone and built-in microphone dur ing recording ( page 4).
Slide recording position switch to select a position.

Playing

Press to stop the unit. Select a folder ( right). Select a file ( right).

Select a folder

The folder is switched each time you press. Select among , , , , . Select the folder that contains the file to play.
Press q/g (Playback starts).

Adjusting the volume

Turn up the volume: Press +. Turn down the volume: Press. Volume range is 0 to 20. (The factory setting is 13.)

Select a le

Press u, i to select. Each time you press, the file number changes. File number
Operations during playback

Jump (Skip):

Press u, i. Press u midway while playing a file and the playback jumps to the beginning of the file. To return to the previous file, press u again within 1 second.
Fast backward/Fast forward (Search):

Press and hold u, i.

Stop: Press q/g or
When a file is selected, the recording information below is displayed. Recording date Recording start time Recording time Total number of files in the folder
Listening to the audio using earphones
Conrming the remaining time
The remaining time of the file being played is displayed for approx. 3 seconds.
Monitoring the recording progress

Adjusting the volume:

Insert securely. You can adjust the volume by pressing +, , but the recording level is not affected.
Built-in speaker Remaining playback time * The remaining playback time for the last approx. 3 seconds of file is not displayed.
Listening to the audio during playback
The audio during playback comes from the speaker. Listening may be difficult in noisy places due to the speaker output. In that case, connect earphones (not included). * The built-in speaker is turned off when earphones are connected.
Press and hold for 1 second or longer during playback.
Connect earphones (not included). (Sounds are monaural.) Plug type: 3.5 mm mini plug Recommended additional earphones: Panasonic RP-HV250 (the product number is correct as of December 2008.)

Deleting recorded files

Select a folder ( page 10).

while playing or

Press q/g to enter. Press u, i to select and press q/g to enter.
the unit is stopped. Press u, i to select the file.

Deleting one file

Deleting all files in one folder Deleting all files in folder A through D Deleting all files in all folders Formatting this unit
When deleting is complete, is displayed. It may take dozens of seconds until deleting is complete.

Formatting

If the unit is formatted, all existing files including protected files, music files, data files transferred from PCs, etc. are deleted. * Deleted files cannot be recovered. * You cannot delete a portion of a file. STOP * Press to stop the operation midway. * The file numbers displayed on this unit are moved forward after deleting files. * Both deleting and formatting data are not available when the remaining battery display shows (blinking).
: Protected files and files which cannot be played back on this unit cannot be deleted.
Locking recorded files (File protection)
Locked files cannot be deleted on this unit (except when formatting). Use this function to protect files. Select a folder ( page 10).

Press

to stop the unit. (blinking) is displayed.

Press MENU/ REPEAT.

Press u, i to select and press q/g to enter.
Press +, to select press q/g to enter.
Press u, i to select the file.
Selecting one file Selecting all files in one folder Selecting all files in all folders
Lock is performed. It may take dozens of seconds until locking is complete.

To cancel lock:

Follow step 1 to 4 , select enter in step 5.
* Press to stop the setting process midway. * is displayed for the locked files when the file is selected. * is not displayed when there is no file in the selected folder. * You cannot lock files when the remaining battery display shows (blinking).

Press q/g to enter.

Changing recording settings (Microphone sensitivity)
Set the Recording position switch to [MANUAL] ( page 8). STOP to stop the unit. Press
. and press q/g to enter.

(blinking) is displayed.

Press +, to select
Press u, i to select microphone sensitivity and press q/g to enter.

Low Normal High

MANUAL NORMAL ZOOM
Recording * Press position switch
to stop the setting process midway.
Changing recording settings (Zoom microphone/Recording mode (XP/LP/SLP))
Changing Zoom microphone setting
When the zoom is set to , the surrounding sound volume is lowered, and the sound in front is clearly recorded.
How to set the recording mode (XP/LP/SLP)

. and press q/g and

Press +, to select to enter.
Press q/g to enter. Press u, i to select among XP, LP and SLP and press q/g to enter.
Press u, i to select or press q/g to enter.

Zoom ON Zoom OFF

* Press to stop the setting process midway. * The zoom function does not work as long as a device is connected to the external microphone jack even if the zoom is set to ON on this unit. * When you perform zoom recording with the unit placed on the desk, etc., we recommend putting up Recording position switch the stand ( page 4).
* If noise bothers you when recording/playing in SLP mode, use XP or LP mode.
Set the Recording position switch to [MANUAL] ( page 8). STOP Press to stop the unit.

to stop the unit.

Preventing unnecessary recording (VAS)/Confirming possible (remaining) recording time

VAS (Voice Activated System) function
Recording stops automatically when silence continues for about 3 seconds. If the unit detects sound, the recording resumes.
Recording indicator STOP to stop the unit. MENU/ REPEAT Press FOLDER Press MENU/ REPEAT. STOP
Confirming possible (remaining) recording time

Then is displayed.

hour minute Remaining recording time second is displayed for approx. 3 seconds. When there is only a little remaining memory left while recording, the display is automatically changed to the remaining recording time display. The display while stopped shows approximate remaining memory. lights up in response to the remaining time. When there is only a little remaining memory left, blinks. When the remaining recording time falls below approx. 1 hour.
Remaining Press and hold recording time for 1 second or longer while recording or stopped.
Start recording to activate this function. When the VAS function is active and the recording is paused during recording, and the recording indicator blink.

Cancelling VAS function:

Select

and enter in step 3.

* Turn the function off when recording important matters. * Press
Setting the playback speed control function
Playback speed can be adjusted at 5 different speeds.
Press MENU/ REPEAT during playback.
(blinking) and SPEED (lighting) are displayed. (Only SPEED (blinking) is displayed when is selected.)
Press u, i to select playback speed.
When pressing i, the playback speed becomes faster and (blinking) moves to the right. When pressing u, the playback speed becomes slower and (blinking) moves to the left. 0.5 0.1.5 2
e.g. When playing back with 0.75 speed
* Press to stop the setting process midway. * When playing with speed other than 1 speed, the bar at the top blinks and SPEED lights up.
Press i to select SPEED and press q/g to enter.
Reducing noise (EQ setting)/Slight return playback
Reducing noise (EQ setting)
This function makes it easier to hear sounds during playback. You cannot make this setting when is selected.
Setting Slight return playback
Slight Return Playback function: When u is pressed during playback, the play point reverses about 5 seconds, and playback resumes from the point. Press
(blinking) and SPEED (lighting) are displayed.
After setting, playing. Select

is displayed while

Press u, i to select and press q/g to enter.
Cancelling Noise reduction (EQ setting):
Cancelling Slight return playback:
Select and enter in step 3.
* Press to stop the setting process midway. * Slight return playback cannot be done during A-B Repeat play ( page 19).
Repeat play/Successive play, A-B Repeat play
Repeat play/Successive play
Each time you press and hold MENU/ REPEAT for 1 second or longer while stopped, the playback style is switched as follows.

When the computer does not recognise this unit is displayed, enter the password ( page 21). If If is displayed, disconnect this unit from the computer once, replace the batteries and reconnect the unit to the computer.
Opening the folder of this unit using a computer
The illustrations show Windows XP (OS). The display may differ depending on the OS. Connect this unit to a Computer beforehand ( page 24).
2. Right-click to open the removable disk (this unit).
The folders (A to D, MUSIC) in this unit appear. (They are displayed as on this units screen.)
1. Click [Start] [My Computer].
3. Right-click to open the folder.
Recorded files in this unit appear.
A removable disk is an external storage device (SD memory card, USB memory etc.) connected to the computer. The components of the computer and the external storage device illustrated here is an example. The display may differ depending on the computer you are using. H indicated in Removable Disk (H:) is not a fixed character.
This unit is displayed as a removable disk.
Importing the recorded files in this unit to a computer/Organizing files
Open the removable disk (this unit) displayed on the computer screen and open the audio folder (A to D) beforehand ( page 25).
Importing recorded files to a computer
1. Select the recorded file in this unit, rightclick and select [Copy]. 2. Select a folder in the computer, right-click and select [Paste] to import to the computer.
Folder in this unit Folder in the computer
Do not change the folder names If you change the names of folders (A, B, C, D, MUSIC) of this unit, new A, B, C, D and MUSIC folders are generated when this unit is disconnected from the computer. The files in the folders with changed names cannot be played on this unit. * Using [drag and drop], you can import the files to the computer as well. * If the file is deleted, file numbers displayed on this unit are moved forward. * (blinking) is displayed during the data transmission. Never remove the USB cable while is blinking. File data or this unit may be destroyed, or all the data in this unit may be lost. * When this unit is removed from the computer or the power is turned on afterwards, is displayed for a moment while updating the file data. * Do not format this unit using a computer.
Playing recorded files on the computer:
Select the recorded file in this unit, right-click and select [Play].
Delete unnecessary files using the computer:
Select the recorded file in this unit, right-click, select [Delete] and [Yes] to enter.
Returning the files imported to the computer to this unit
Open the audio folder (A to D) of this unit beforehand ( page 25).

Returning recorded files to this unit from the computer
1. Select the recorded file imported to the computer ( page 26), right-click and select [Copy]. 2. Select the original folder in this unit, right-click and select [Paste] to return the recorded file.
Reload the files to the original folder that the files were imported from. When you reload the files to other folders, those files cannot be played on this unit. (Confirm the first character (A to D) of the file name matches the folder name (A to D).)
File naming rules (for recorded files on this unit)
The file name consists of [Folder name (1 byte, 1 character (A to D)) + File number (1 byte, 3 characters + Recording date (1 byte, 4 numbers)]. e.g. if the file is recorded as the first file in folder A on July 20, the name is A0010720.mp3. The second file on the same day is named as A0020720.mp3.
If you change file names, those files cannot be played on this unit. Return the file name to the original one or move the file to MUSIC folder.
Do not change the file names
* MP3 music files which were not recorded on this unit can be played only in MUSIC folder. If the file is returned to folder A to D, it cannot be played on this unit. (The file number is not displayed on the screen of this unit.) * Up to 99 files in folder A to D respectively can be played on this unit. Files over 99 cannot be played on this unit. * If you create folders in folder A to D, and put recorded files in the new folder, those files cannot be played on this unit. * The files that are returned to this unit are played back in the order the files are received. For example, even if the file is recorded first, the playback order becomes 5th if the file is reloaded from the computer at 5th.
Listening to music on this unit (Transferring MP3 music files to this unit)
You can enjoy music by transferring MP3 music files stored in the computer to this unit.
Transferring MP3 music files to this unit from the computer
Open MUSIC folder ( ) of this unit beforehand ( page 25).
Folder/file structure in MUSIC folder (example)

This is an example when M1 was loaded before M2 for M1 and M2, M1-1 was loaded before M1-2 for M1-1 and M1-2, C.mp3 was loaded before D.mp3 for C.mp3 and D.mp3.

MUSIC A M1 A M1-1 A

1. Select an MP3 music file or folder which has MP3 music files in the computer, rightclick and select [Copy]. 2. Select MUSIC folder of this unit, right-click and select [Paste] to transfer to this unit.
* The files in the folder that was created into the MUSIC folder are playable. However, note that playable folders are the ones on the 1st hierarchy and 2nd hierarchy only. Folders on the 3rd hierarchy and after are not playable. * The audio files and folders that are loaded to this unit are played back in the order the files and folders are received. But in case of the structure at right, files in M2 are played after all files in M1 are played since the loaded order of 1st hierarchy takes priority. Even if M1-2 is loaded after M2-1, the files in M1-2 are played first.
When two or more files are loaded at a time, those are loaded in an order decided by the computer.

C.mp3 D.mp3

M1-2 A

E.mp3 B.mp3

M2 A M2-1 A
This is not playable because this is on the 3rd hierarchy.

G.mp3 F.mp3 A.mp3

* Files just under the folder are played first; e.g., even if A.mp3 was loaded last, A.mp3 is played first. * In the case of the structure shown at right, the order of successive playback on this unit is A.mp3 B.mp3 C.mp3 D.mp3 E.mp3 F.mp3 G.mp3.
(M1, etc. represent a folder and A.mp3, etc. represent a file.) * (blinking) is displayed during data transmission. Never remove the USB cable while is blinking. File data or this unit may be destroyed.
Listening to music on this unit (Playing MP3 music files on this unit)
Remove the USB cable ( page 24). Turn the power on ( page 6). STOP to stop the unit. Press

File number

After selection, the length of the music and the total number of files in MUSIC folder are displayed.

Press q/g or

Press to select (MUSIC folder). Press u, i to select the file you want to listen.
* See pages 10 and 11 for playback operations. * In folder, you can play a maximum of 999 files. Files over 999 cannot be played on this unit. * The file name or folder name cannot be displayed. Successive numbers, starting (file number) are displayed from according to the order of playback. * Files other than files with MP3 format, such as WMA, AAC format files cannot be played. (The number is not displayed on screen.) * Copyright-protected MP3 music files cannot be played. * MP3 music files with variable bit rate m ay b e p l aye d , bu t t h e p l ay b a ck elapsed time display may differ from the actual time.

Creating MP3 music files

This unit is not equipped with the function or computer software to create MP3 file from music CD. You can create MP3 music files using separately sold computer software, etc. Windows XP or Windows Vista users can create MP3 music files using Windows Media Player 11. Following is the example of operating instructions when using Windows XP and Windows Media Player 11. See [Help] section of Windows Media Player for more details. (The display and operations may differ depending on the OS.) Start the computer beforehand.
1. Select [Start] - [All Programs] and start [Windows Media Player] on the computer. 2. Select [Rip] [Format] [mp3]. 3. Select [Rip] [Bit Rate] and select among [128kbps] (Smallest Size), [192kbps], [256kbps] and [320kbps] (Best Quality). 4. Select [Rip] [Rip CD Automatically When Inserted] and select [Never]. 5. Set music CD into the computer. 6. In for the album, add the check mark as .
Music files ripped (encoded) into the computer using Windows Media Player are saved in [My Music] folder of [My Document] if the destination to save has not been changed.
* Windows Media Player 9 and older versions cannot create MP3 music file. * Please see the homepage of the Microsoft company for details of download/update of Windows Media Player etc. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ windowsmedia/player/11/default.aspx * If you cannot create MP3 music files successfully or do not know how to operate the computer, please consult the computer manufacturer. See page 28 for transferring MP3 music file to this unit and page 29 for playback.
If you select low Bit Rate for ripping, more songs will be ripped.
7. Click [Start Rip] to begin ripping.
If there are songs you do not want to rip, remove the check mark .

System requirements

IBM PC/AT compatible machines Windows 2000 Professional SP4 OS Windows XP Home Edition/Professional and SP2, SP3 Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Ultimate and SP1 USB port Interface (Operation cannot be guaranteed if you use a USB hub or extension cable.) Even if the system requirements mentioned in this document are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. Operation is guaranteed only on compliant OSes. Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS. Not compatible with multiboot environments. Operation is not guaranteed on home-made computers. Operation is not guaranteed on 64-bit computers. When using Windows Media Player, your computer must fulfill the system requirements of Windows Media Player. Please consult Microsoft Corporation for details of Windows Media Player. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media and Windows Vista are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the U.S. and other countries. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S. 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 mark and mark do not appear in this document. Depending on the computer environment, malfunctions may occur (e.g. Audio data recorded on this unit cannot be used. etc.). Panasonic and Panasonic dealers cannot be held liable for any lost audio data or other direct or indirect damage except in cases of intentional of gross negligence. This model is not compatible with TRC/ADPCM format IC recorders made by Panasonic. Also, files recorded on this unit cannot be played on those IC recorders and/or cannot be read using Voice Editing software supplied with those IC recorders. You can transfer contents recorded on this unit to your PC without using the dedicated software. The computer software (Voice Editing) is not supplied with this unit. Computer

Using with a computer/Other
Q & A (Frequently Asked Questions)

Question Answer

Can I play recording files stored Can play if they are transferred to MUSIC folder ( page 27). on Panasonic IC recorders (RR-US950 and RR-US750)? Can I play recording files stored Cannot play because the recording format is different. on other Panasonic IC recorders than RR-US950 and RR-US750? Can I use audio editing software The Voice Editing cannot be used for this product because the (Voice Editing) included in other recording format differs from the format used for other Panasonic Panasonic IC Recorder? IC recorders. The recording format used for this product is MP3 format. This product is not compatible with the voice editing software (Voice Editing) supplied with Panasonic IC recorders using ADPCM and TRC format. Can I secure any folder in this Only folder A through D can be secured. MUSIC folder cannot be unit? secured. If the security lock is set when connected to a computer, the password authentication is necessary for the computer to recognise this unit. What kind of files can be played? Only MP3 file can be played. WMA, AAC and other files cannot be played. What kind of computers can be Windows 2000 (SP4), Windows XP, Windows Vista only. Please connected with this unit? refer to System requirements ( page 31). Can I do timer recording? No, you cannot. Can I divide a file or delete a No, you cannot. portion of a file?

Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. Symptom Checkpoints Battery Cannot use a battery that can be This unit considers the battery as empty even if there is actually still used on other equipment. power left in it. This is to preserve the clock setting. Operations No operation. Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted. You cannot operate on this unit when the unit is connected to a computer. The Hold function is on. Switch Hold off ( page 6). Cannot operate when appears. Display Please set the time ( page 7). , blinks. appears. There are 99 files in folder A, B, C, D. There is no remaining memory ( page 40). Delete unnecessary recording files, files and data other than MP3 files ( pages 12, 26). appears. If the batteries are extremely exhausted, is displayed even if the unit is connected to the computer and the computer does not recognise this unit. Disconnect this unit from the computer once, replace the batteries (If batteries are not inserted, insert batteries.) ( page 5) and reconnect it. This appears when updating data in this unit (e.g. after disconnecting appears. this unit from the computer, when turning the power on, etc.). N o r m a l d i s p l a y a p p e a r s When you do not operate for 60 seconds during setting operation, the during setting operation. setting in process is cancelled and normal display appears. appears. Format was performed on a computer, etc., or the file system is damaged. Perform format on this unit (The data is all erased after formatting is complete.) ( page 12).

g Allergies

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.

Maintenance

Clean this unit with a dry and soft cloth.
If the unit becomes too dirty, wring a cloth moistened in water, wipe the dirt with it and clean with a dry cloth. Do not use solvents including benzene, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergent, a chemical wiper, etc. This might cause the exterior case to be deformed or the coating to come off.

Specifications

Power Batteries Audio Sampling Frequency DC 3.0 V (2 AAA LR03 batteries) XP: 44.1 kHz LP: 16 kHz SLP: 8 kHz MPkbps to 320 kbps 8 kHz to 48 kHz
Recording Format Playable Bit Rate (MUSIC folder) Playable Sampling Frequency (MUSIC folder) Frequency Response (-10 dB, Rec-Play, Monaural) Built-in Microphone S/N Ratio USB Audio Output Audio Input
Battery life (may be less depending on the operating conditions.) Battery Recording mode Rec3 Play4 (AAA LR03) XP approx.32 h. approx.35 h. Alkaline LP approx.42 h. approx.35 h. battery2 SLP approx.45 h. approx.35 h. 2 Using Panasonic Alkaline battery. 3 When zoom microphone is off. 4 When audio is output from speaker (Volume: 13, EQ: off, playback speed control : x 1) Standard recordable time Recording RR-US510 RR-US550 Bit rate mode XP LP SLP 17 h.50 min. 35 h.40 min. 142 h.50 min. 4 h.10 min. 8 h.30 min. 34 h.10 min. 64 kbps 32 kbps 8 kbps
XP: 180 Hz to 15,100 Hz LP: 180 Hz to 6,700 Hz SLP: 180 Hz to 2,900 Hz 40.5 dB (XP) Filter (JIS A) USB2.0 (Hi-Speed) 3.5 mm, 16 , Max. 3 mW 20 mm, 8 , Max. 330 mW 3.5 mm; 0.80 mV plug in power RR-USMB1
Earphone Speaker output External Microphone
Max. Dimensions (W H D) 40.4 mm 110.6 mm 16.8 mm Cabinet dimensions (W H D) 39.0 mm 110.3 mm 15.1 mm Mass Approx. 65 g with battery Approx. 43 g without battery * Specifications are subject to change without notice.
RR-USMB1 Operating Temperature 0C to 40C Built-in Memory Operating Humidity 1 Usable capacity will be less.
20% to 80% (non-condensing)
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. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Product Identication Marking is located on the bottom of unit.

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