RR-XS350E - Voice recorder PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RR-XS350E PANASONIC

Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Web Site: http://panasonic.net © Panasonic Corporation 2012 Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance 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. Supplied accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of May 2012. These may be subject to change.) 1 USB extension cable [K2ZZ04Y00005] ■ For the United Kingdom and Ireland VQT4J69 customers (Sales and Support Information) Customer Communications Centre

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VQT4J69 Dear customer Recording This unit supports the Linear PCM (hereinafter referred to as “PCM”) recording. You can switch the microphone position to ZOOM to record with the sound in front of you emphasised. Recording settings optimised according to recording scene are provided, enabling you to turn on the power, select a recording setting, and then start recording immediately. Playing back to listen

• Playback of MP3 music files Shadowing convenient for language learning Noise in the reproduced sound is reduced Support for playback of files recorded with a device other than this unit Connecting this unit to a computer Move and organise recording/music/data files. Basic Operations Switching microphone position p. 11
• Recording p. 11
• Playing p. 13
• Deleting files and formatting Recording using the Timer VQT4J69 You can record at a specified time. p. 14

Table of contents VQT4J69 Advanced Operations

• Selecting the recording scene (SCENE SELECT) p. 15
• Changing the sound quality p. 16
• Switching microphone sensitivity p. 17
• Reducing low frequency noise during recording p. 17
• Preventing unnecessary recording (VAS) p. 18
• Recording at a specified time (TIMER RECORDING) p. 19
• Changing the playback speed p. 20
• A-B Repeat play p. 20
• Shadowing p. 21
• Playback from a specified position (TIME SEARCH) p. 22
• Repeat play (REPEAT) p. 22
• Reducing noise during playback (NOISE CANCEL) p. 23
• Using an SD Card p. 24
• Listening to music on this unit (MP3 music files) p. 25
• Dividing files p. 27
• Recording by connecting an external microphone p. 28
• Copying to other devices p. 29
• Recording from other devices p. 30
• Listening to the audio using earphones p. 31
• Using with a computer System requirements p. 33
• Connecting this unit to a computer p. 34
• Opening folders of this unit p. 36
• Importing files to a computer/Organising files p. 37
• File name p. 38
• Folder structure on this unit p. 40
• Transferring music files to this unit Built-in microphone Zoom/stereo switch LCD display REC * STOP g/RETURN u (Fast backward) – (Volume down) i (Fast forward) q OK FOLDER Built-in speaker ERASE/A-B& External microphone jack ( ) OPR/HOLD switch (OPR: Operation) 17 LINE/MIC switch 18 Recording indicator (Status indicator) 19 Headphone/earphone jack ( ) 20 Battery/SD card slot cover 21 Strap eyelet 22 USB plug 23 USB plug cover 24 SD card slot (When 20 is open) VQT4J69 p. 41

MENU + (Volume up) ENGLISH

Screen display The following explains the screen items. Some items may not be displayed simultaneously. Repeat play/A-B Repeat playback (➜ pages 20, 22) Folder name (➜ page 10) Battery indicator (➜ page 7) SD card (➜ page 10) Screen display during playback (➜ page 13) Recording sound quality (➜ page 16) Screen display during recording (➜ page 12) Status indication

• Indicates the recorded audio file number and other information. Recording scene (➜ page 15) VQT4J69 Status indication
• Indicates the time and other information. Menu setting items (➜ pages 9, 15-19, 21, 23 and 32)

The remaining battery level is displayed as below while this unit is operating. Blinking Battery/SD card slot cover 1 AAA LR03 battery (not supplied) Make sure the battery faces the right direction. Close the battery/SD card slot cover ( 4 and 5 ) ● If the battery runs out, “ ” blinks. Replace the battery as soon as possible. ” is ● When the battery runs out of power, “ indicated and then the power turns off automatically. ● Depending on the battery status or the operation content to use, even if the power turns off due to the battery exhaustion, this unit may be used for a while if turned on again. However, the unit may suddenly turn off during operation due to the low level of battery. ● Some level of battery is required when performing deleting files, formatting (➜ page 14), and dividing files (➜ page 27). If the battery indicator shows “ (blinking) and these operations are performed, the power turns OFF due to the battery exhaustion. ● Make sure to turn the power off before removing the battery.

• If the battery is removed while the unit is on, data may be lost or this unit may be damaged. Set the clock after inserting a battery for the first time or replacing the battery. (➜ page 9) ● Use an alkaline battery. ● Remove the battery from the unit if you will not use it for a long period of time. Open the battery/SD card slot cover ( 1 and 2 ) ENGLISH Inserting the battery

2012/05/25 11:47:54 Turning the Power ON/OFF Hold function OPR/HOLD switch:

Button operations are ignored when the Hold function is on. To switch the Hold function on: Slide the OPR/HOLD switch to the [HOLD] side during recording or playback. ” appears and the Hold function turns on.

Turning the power ON: Slide the OPR/HOLD switch to [ON] side to turn the power on. Then, the display lights on. Turning the power OFF: To switch the Hold function off: Slide the OPR/HOLD switch in the opposite direction of [HOLD]. ” appears and the Hold function turns off.

Slide the OPR/HOLD switch to [OFF] side while the unit is in the stop state. Auto power off: VQT4J69 The power automatically turns off after 30 minutes elapse when the unit is in a stop state. If the power is turned off by the auto power off function, slide the OPR/HOLD switch to the [OFF] side before turning the power on. Set the current date and time when turning this unit on for the first time. (➜ page 9) ● When the Hold function is on, operation is ignored even if the buttons are pressed while the power is ” is displayed), enabling you to prevent on (“ unintended operations such as the stopping of recording or playback. ● When recording or playback finishes while the Hold function is on, the power turns off automatically.

The clock is used as a file name (➜ page 38) or to preserve recording date and time information. Set the correct date and time. The date and time need to be set after the battery is replaced.

• After turning the power on for the first time after purchase or replacing the battery, proceed to step 3 . 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press u, i to select “DATE” and press [q OK] to enter. Press +, – to set ” (year) and press i.

• Set the last two digits of the year. (“12” in the case of 2012) 4 Press +, – to set “ press i. ” (month) and 5 Press +, – to set “ press i. ” (day) and 6 Press +, – to select the time display format and press i. Select “ ” for 24-hour display, and “ 12-hour display.
• The display format that is blinking is currently selected. ” for 7 Press +, – to set the hour and press 8 Press +, – to set the minute. To change the setting, press u, i to move between the items, and then press +, – again to make the setting. 9 Press [q OK] to enter.
• The date and time are set and the clock starts to operate. To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. VQT4J69

• Turn the power on. (➜ page 8) ENGLISH Setting the clock ● The clock operates with the monthly loss/gain of approx. 60 seconds at normal temperature. ● The clock setting will be lost if the battery is removed or completely exhausted.

File and Folder File Recorded audio data from the starting point to the ending point is saved as a file. The saved data is called a file. Status indicator

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN]. 1 Press [FOLDER]. Each press: Folder This is where files are stored. This unit has the following folders.
• “MIC” folder for microphone recording (➜ page 12).
• “LINE” folder for files recorded from other devices connected to this unit (➜ page 30).
• “MUSIC” folder for music (➜ page 25). Up to 199 files can be recorded in the “MIC” and “LINE” folders. Folders are created in the internal memory. When an SD card (➜ page 24) is inserted, folders are created in the same way on the SD card. In this manual, microSD/microSDHC card is written as “SD card”. VQT4J69 Selecting the folder ● When the “MUSIC” folder is selected for the first time after the unit is turned on, the status ” is displayed on the indicator blinks, “ screen, and the track list is updated.

Total playback time If no file has been transferred to the “MUSIC” folder, the current time is displayed. If the SD card is selected, “SD” is displayed on the screen. (See below) Switching between the internal memory and SD card Press and hold [FOLDER] for 1 second or more to select the memory. When the internal memory is selected When the SD card is selected

Microphone position STEREO Operates as an ordinary stereo microphone. ZOOM Records with the sound in front of you emphasised. ZOOM Recommended uses Suitable for recording events such as a meeting or performance by a large number of people. Suitable for recording events such as a lecture or interview, where sound is emitted from a specific direction. ● Do not switch the microphone position during recording. The sound that occurs when switching is performed is also recorded. ● The microphone position function operates when the built-in microphone is used. It does not operate when an external microphone is connected for recording (➜ page 28) or when a different device is connected for recording to this unit (➜ page 30). Note when recording This unit is equipped with a high-sensitivity microphone. Accordingly, if a breath or wind directly hits the microphone during recording, the wind-cutting sound may be recorded or voice may be difficult to hear.

1. This can be prevented

by blocking the wind with your body so that the wind does not directly hit the unit.

2. During dictation recording,

slightly move this unit from front of your mouth or keep distance. Keep distance Turning the LOW CUT FILTER (➜ page 17) to ON reduces the sound of low frequency range. This may help the reduction of the wind-cutting sound. ● Sound may jump during recording (especially PCM recording) depending on use conditions of the internal memory and SD card. Formatting them on this unit (➜ page 14) before recording is recommended. VQT4J69 You can switch the microphone position to ZOOM to record with the sound in front of you emphasised. Switch the microphone position depending on the use. ENGLISH Switching microphone position Recording

2012/05/25 11:47:56 Recording

• Turn the power on. (➜ page 8)
• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN]. 1 Press [REC *]. (Recording starts.) Each press: Pause Resume recording

• If you press [MENU] during recording or while recording is paused, the indication switches between the remaining recording time and elapsed recording time. Stopping recording: Press [STOP g/RETURN]. The recording indicator lights on. (Blinks while paused.) Number of file being recorded (Blinks while paused.) VQT4J69 Remaining recording time

● Before recording, check that there is sufficient battery power remaining. ● Change the sound quality or microphone sensitivity as necessary. (➜ pages 16, 17) ● A recording scene selection function is available for simultaneously retrieving all the recording settings recommended for the recording scene. (➜ page 15) ● If the file size exceeds 2 GB during recording, recording is stopped temporarily at 2 GB, and then recording is continued with a new file. Nothing is recorded during the time (approximately 2 seconds) between recording temporarily stopping and then restarting. ● Note if your finger or an object touches this unit during recording, the noise will be recorded through the microphone.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN].
• Select a folder. (➜ page 10)
• Select a file. (See below) Adjusting the volume Turn up the volume: Press +. Turn down the volume: Press –. Volume range is 0 to 20. (The factory setting is “12”.) If you turn the unit off with the volume set to 17 or more, the volume will be set to 16 next time the unit is turned on. ENGLISH Playing Operations during playback Displayed during playback Select a file Press u, i to select. Each time you press, the file number changes. File number 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 within approx. 1 second from the beginning of the file. Fast backward/Fast forward (Search): Press and hold u, i. To stop: VQT4J69 Press [STOP g/RETURN]. Each press of [STOP g/RETURN] changes the displayed information (remaining recording time/Total playback time (Length of the selected file (duration of time))/current time/date/recording time /recording date ). This is not displayed for the “MUSIC” folder.

Deleting files and formatting Delete unnecessary files.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN].
• Select the file or folder you want to delete. (➜ pages 10, 13) There are three methods to delete files. Select one file and then delete it. : Delete all files in the selected folder. (Files in subfolders and the actual folder cannot be deleted) : Delete all data such as all files in the internal memory or SD card and data in the folders displayed when the unit is connected to a computer. (format) 2 Press u, i to select the deletion method and press [q OK] to enter.
• When you want to delete only one file, select the method while making sure you do not accidentally select “ ” or

• If you selected “ ” for the deletion method, press u or i to select the internal memory ( ) or SD card ( ), press [q OK] to enter the selection, and then proceed to step 3 . 3 Press u, i to select “ and press [q OK] to enter.

The status indicator blinks during deletion. It may take several minutes until the deletion is complete.

• When “ ” appears, deleting or formatting is complete.
• Select “ ” to stop deleting or formatting.
• If you attempt to perform a format without inserting an SD card, “ ” is displayed. ● Deleted files cannot be restored. ● Save necessary files to the computer or external devices before formatting. ● Cancelling is not possible while formatting. ● Before deleting data, check that there is sufficient battery power remaining. ● Do not remove the battery or SD card while formatting. ) and folder deletion ( ), only files that can be played on this unit can be deleted. ● With file deletion ( However, Read-only music files transferred from the computer cannot be deleted using this unit. Delete them on the computer. (➜ page 37) ● The file numbers displayed on this unit are moved forward after file deletion (

This unit offers recommended recording settings for each recording scene. Selecting the recording scene enables easy recording with the most appropriate settings.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN].

Press [MENU]. Press u, i to select “SCENE” and press [q OK] to enter. Press +, – to select the recording scene and press [q OK] to enter. ENGLISH Selecting the recording scene (SCENE SELECT) (The factory setting is

The selected recording scene is displayed. To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. When [REC *] is pressed, recording is performed with the selected recording scene setting. g The factory setting of recording scenes Recording your own voice for pronunciation practice etc. XP: 192 kbps HI (high) OFF Recording other people’s voices for interviews or meetings etc. LP: 64 kbps LO (low)

Records sounds such as in classroom lectures etc. XP: 192 kbps HI (high)

● If you select “ ” in step 3 , the unit returns to the state immediately before starting setting of the recording scene, and the recording scene is not displayed. ● If you change settings such as the sound quality after the recording scene is set, the selected settings overwrite the “ ”, and the recording scene indication disappears. ● The recording scene operates when microphone recording is used. Recording scene does not operate when another device is connected and the LINE/MIC switch is set to [LINE] (➜ page 30). VQT4J69 Recording Scene Application Setting Item (page) Sound quality (16) Microphone sensitivity (17) Low cut filter (17)

Changing the sound quality You can change the sound quality. This allows you to provide the best sound quality for the particular purpose.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN].

Press [MENU]. Press u, i to select “MODE” and press [q OK] to enter.

Press +, – to select “PCM”, “XP”, “LP”, or “SLP” and press [q OK] to enter. (The factory setting is “XP”.) To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. The selected sound quality is displayed. ● Depending on the setting, the sound quality and remaining recording time (➜ page 51) will differ. High quality recording VQT4J69 Long recording Recording format PCM (44.1 kHz)

(MP3 64 kbps) SLP (MP3 32 kbps) ● When the sound quality is set to “SLP”, the recording becomes monaural.

Switch the microphone sensitivity according to the volume of the sound source. When the sound source volume is loud, set the sensitivity to “ ” (LOW). When it is low, set the sensitivity to “ ” (HIGH).

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN]. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press u, i to select “ ” and press [q OK] to enter. 3 Press +, – to select “ ” or “ : Sets the microphone sensitivity to the high level. : Sets the microphone sensitivity to the low level. (The factory setting is “ ”.) 4 Press [q OK] to enter. Sound of low frequency range is reduced during microphone recording. This is effective when reducing noise of air conditioning equipment, etc. while recording at a meeting, etc. (LOW CUT FILTER) ENGLISH Switching microphone Reducing low frequency sensitivity noise during recording

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN]. 1 Press [MENU]. ” (blinking) 2 Press u until “ is displayed and press [q OK] to enter. 3 Press +, – to select “On” and press [q OK] to enter. (The factory setting is “OFF”.) To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. When the microphone sensitivity is or , “ ” or “ ” is displayed respectively. VQT4J69 To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN].

Preventing unnecessary recording (VAS) When VAS (Voice Activated System) is set, if silence continues for approx. 2 seconds during microphone recording, the recording is paused automatically. If the unit detects sound, the recording resumes.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press Adjusting the VAS operation level: [STOP g/RETURN]. Press u, i during VAS recording. (The factory setting is “

Press +, – to select “On” and press [q OK] to enter. Press u, i to select “VAS” and press [q OK] to enter. (The factory setting is “OFF”.) “VAS” is displayed. ● You can adjust the sound detection level from 1 to 5. ● If the audio to record is low, increase the VAS value (sensitivity level). If the sound is loud, decrease the VAS value. To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. VQT4J69 To start VAS recording, press [REC *].

● For important recording, set the VAS setting to OFF. ● If the LOW CUT FILTER setting is ON, low frequency sound may be cut out and VAS recording may not activate. In this case, change the LOW CUT FILTER setting to OFF. (➜ page 17) ● If the recording is paused with no sound state, “VAS”, recording indicator, and “*” blink. When [REC *] is pressed from this recording pause state, the status is changed to normal recording pause state and “VAS” lights up.

5 Press +, – to select the minute for the time to start recording and press i. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press u, i to select “ ” and press [q OK] to enter. 3 Press +, – to select the recording time and press i.

: 30 minutes 1 hour : 2 hours : Until there is no empty space : Disable the timer setting 4 Press +, – to select the hour for the time to start recording and press i. 6 Press +, – to select the recording destination and press [q OK] to enter. : SD card : Internal memory To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. After you set a timer recording, “ ” is displayed. At 1 minute before the specified time, the “ ”, recording indicator, and “ ” blink and the unit enters the standby state. “ ” blinks during timer recording. If you press [STOP g/RETURN] during a timer recording or standby, you can cancel the timer recording. ● If the power is off at the specified time, the power turns on and the timer recording starts, and then the power turns off at the end time. If the unit is in a playback state, playback stops and the timer recording starts. ● During timer recording, only stop operation and volume adjustment can be performed. Switch the Hold function to off before operation if it is on. ● Timer setting is disabled when the battery is replaced. Therefore, readjust the setting after replacing battery.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN].
• If an SD card is selected as the recording destination, insert the SD card beforehand. (➜ page 24) ENGLISH Changing the playback speed A-B Repeat play The playback speed can be adjusted in 21 steps from the slow speed of 0.5 times normal speed (50%) to the fast speed of 2 times normal speed (200%). 1 Press [q OK] while playing. 2 Press u, i to adjust the playback speed. Playback speed

• i: Each press of this button increases the playback speed.
• u: Each press of this button reduces the playback speed. The playback speed can be adjusted in 10% steps for speeds faster than normal speed (100%), and 5% steps for speeds slower than normal speed (100%).
• Press [STOP g/RETURN] to return to normal speed (100%). VQT4J69 3 Press [q OK].

The setting value is confirmed. ● Normal playback may not be possible depending on the file. ● If you change the playback speed, NOISE CANCEL will not work. (➜ page 23) Playback repeats between the start point (A) and finish point (B) if those points are set.

• Set the shadowing function to OFF. (➜ page 21, steps 1 to 3 ) 1 Press [ERASE/A-B&] while playing. A-B Repeat indication The start point (A) is ” (lighting) set and “ and “ ” (blinking) are displayed. 2 Press [ERASE/A-B&] at the finish point (B). The display changes to ” (lighting) and repeat play starts. Cancelling A-B Repeat: Press [ERASE/A-B&] again. (A-B Repeat can also be cancelled with [STOP g/RETURN], u or i.) ● You cannot set A-B Repeat when the time between the start point (A) and finish point (B) is approx. 2 seconds or less. ● When only the start point (A) is set and playback continues until the end of the file, the end becomes the finish point (B) and A-B Repeat begins. ● A-B Repeat by setting the range using 2 files is not possible.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN]. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press u, i to select “ ” and press [q OK] to enter. 3 Press +, – to select “On” and press [q OK] to enter. The shadowing function turns on. (The factory setting is “OFF”.) To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. 4 Select the file you want to play with shadowing (➜ pages 10, 13) and press [q OK]. Practice No-sound section 5 Press [ERASE/A-B&]. The start point (A) is ” (lighting) set and “ and “ ” (blinking) are displayed. 6 Press [ERASE/A-B&] at the finish point (B). The indication changes to ” (lighting), shadowing starts, and A-B repeat playback and no-sound playback repeats. The shadowing icon lights on during A-B repeat playback, and blinks during no-sound playback. Shadowing icon Cancelling shadowing: Press [ERASE/A-B&] again. (Shadowing can also be cancelled with [STOP g/RETURN], u or i.) ● You cannot set shadowing when the time between the start point (A) and finish point (B) is approx. 2 seconds or less. ● When only the start point (A) is set and playback continues until the end of the file, the end becomes the finish point (B) and shadowing begins. ● Shadowing by setting the range using 2 files is not possible. VQT4J69 Shadowing is a learning method to repeat an example immediately after it is heard. You can use the shadowing function of this unit to repeat the A-B repeat section (example) and a no-sound section (practice). This is convenient for pronunciation or listening practice for language learning. ENGLISH Shadowing

Playback from a specified Repeat play (REPEAT) and hold [MENU] for at least position (TIME SEARCH) 1 Press approx. 2 seconds during playback Playback is possible from the time-specified position. 1 Press [MENU] during playback. Playback stops and the current playback position (time) is displayed. or while the unit is stopped. The repeat mode changes each time you press and hold [MENU] for at least approx. 2 seconds. Repeat indication 2 Set the playback start position. Press u, i to select “hour”, “minute”, and “second” and press +, – to change the values.

• Press [MENU] or [STOP g/RETURN] to enter the stop state. 3 Press [q OK]. Playback starts from the specified position. VQT4J69 Press [STOP g/RETURN] to stop the setting process midway. ● Time search playback applies only to the currently selected file. No indication: Plays back the files normally. Playback is performed from the selected file to the last file in one folder. The unit is stopped when the playback finishes. : Plays one file repeatedly. : Plays all files in the folder repeatedly. : For the “MIC” folder and “LINE” folder, the operation is the same as that for “ ”. For “MUSIC” folder (➜ page 40), all files (up to 999 files) within the folder are played repeatedly.

This function reduces noise during playback to make the target sound easier to hear.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN]. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press u, i to select “NC” and press [q OK] to enter. Type Effect OFF Does not perform noise reduction.

Performs a large amount of noise reduction.

Performs a small amount of noise reduction. ENGLISH Reducing noise during playback (NOISE CANCEL) 3 Press +, – to select the type of NOISE CANCEL and press [q OK] to enter. (The factory setting is “OFF”.) To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. VQT4J69 If this function is set to other than OFF, “NC” is displayed during playback. ● If you change the playback speed (➜ page 20), NOISE CANCEL will not work. ● During playback of a file with a sampling frequency of less than 16 kHz, NOISE CANCEL will not work.

Using an SD Card You can use a microSD/microSDHC card in addition to the internal memory. Use this unit to format a new SD card (➜ page 14) before use. Inserting the SD card

Turn off the power and open the battery/ SD card slot cover.

Insert the SD card and close the battery/ SD card slot cover. Align the SD card in the correct direction ( ) and insert it fully until a “click” sound is heard. VQT4J69 To remove the SD card: 1 Turn off the unit power and Terminal side down Terminal side ● You can switch between the internal memory and SD card by pressing [FOLDER] for more than 1 second when the stopped screen is displayed. (➜ page 10) ● This unit is compatible with 2 GB microSD cards, and 4 GB to 32 GB microSDHC cards. (As of May 2012) ● This unit may not operate correctly depending on the manufacturer or type of SD card. ● For details on SD cards that are confirmed to operate correctly according to our manufacturing standards, see the support site below. http://panasonic.net/support/ ● If “SD” is not displayed on the screen even though you inserted and selected an SD card, this unit did not recognise the SD card. Turn off the power and reinsert the SD card. ● Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. ● Recorded files cannot be copied between the internal memory and SD card. open the battery/SD card slot cover. 2 Gently push the SD card. 3 When the SD card protrudes slightly, slowly pull the card out.

Selecting a file from folder “MUSIC”: See page 10 for selecting a folder and page 13 for selecting a file.

Select the file and press [q OK]. File number in the selected folder Playback elapsed time When ALL REPEAT ( ) is set, the file number out of the total number of files is displayed. See page 13 for playback operations. ● When the “MUSIC” folder is selected for the first time after the unit is turned on, the status indicator blinks, “ ” is displayed on the screen, and the track list is updated. ● If the power is turned off when the “MUSIC” folder is selected, when the power is turned on again, the status indicator blinks, “ is displayed on the screen, and the screen becomes as shown above. ● Only MP3 files and PCM (WAV) files recorded on this unit can be played. ● The track information (ID3 tag , etc.) of a file is not displayed on the unit. ● In “MUSIC” folder, up to 199 files per one folder can be recognised and played back. If subfolders are created, number of files playable is reduced by the equivalent number of subfolders created. (For details on “Folder structure on this unit”, see page 40.) ● Copyright-protected MP3 music files cannot be played. ● MP3 music files with variable bit rate may be played, but the playback elapsed time display or bit rate display may differ from the actuality, or the repeat positions during A-B repeat may differ from the set positions. ● A file of 2 GB or more in size cannot be played back. ID3 tag: track name and other information stored in MP3 files. VQT4J69

• Transfer music files to this unit from the computer. (➜ page 41) ENGLISH Listening to music on this unit (MP3 music files)

Listening to music on this unit (MP3 music files) g About the “MUSIC” folder Folder cue function This function enables you to switch subfolders within the folder easily while playing back files in the “MUSIC” folder.

Press [FOLDER] during playback.

” is displayed. Total number of files in the selected folder Folder number

• The first track in the previous or following folder is cued. ” is being displayed, the playback
• While “ speed cannot be changed. Also, Fast forward/Fast backward operations are not available. VQT4J69 Cancelling folder cue:

The setting can be cancelled using any of the following methods. When this is cancelled, files can be skipped using u, i.

• Press [FOLDER] again.
• Press [STOP g/RETURN]. (Playback is completed.)

• The following folders are playback targets. - MUSIC folder - Folders other than MIC ( ), LINE ( ), and MUSIC The folder names in bold are displayed when the unit is connected to a computer (➜ page 40), and the folder names in parenthesis are displayed on the unit.
• The order of playback in the “MUSIC” folder is as below. 1 Files immediately under the MUSIC folder 2 Files in subfolders of the MUSIC folder 3 Files in folders other than MIC, LINE, and MUSIC - If multiple folders are contained, they will be played in the same order as that of their transfer from a computer to this unit. - When multiple files are transferred at a time, their playback will follow the order of transfer determined by the computer. - Adding numbers to the beginning of file names enables playback in your desired order. (➜ page 38) Note that deleting or adding a file or folder on a computer repeatedly may change the order of playback.
• The order of folder cueing (described on the left) is the cueing order of folders other than MIC, LINE and MUSIC after all of the folders in the MUSIC folder are cued. Examples of folders other than MIC, LINE, and MUSIC (➜ page 40) - Files (MP3 files or PCM files) recorded to an SD card with some Panasonic IC recorders other than this unit can be played with this unit if you just switch the SD cards using the procedure below. 1 Switch to the SD cards, and select the “MUSIC” folder (➜ page 10) 2 Cue the folder (described on the left) - The folders are for the playback of files recorded by a device other than this unit. This unit also plays back music files recorded with (or transferred by) some Panasonic Stereo System devices equipped with the USB recording function.

1 While playing, press [STOP g/RETURN] at the point where you wish to divide the file. 2 Press [MENU]. 3 Press u, i to select “DIV” and press [q OK] to enter. 4 Press +, – to select “ press [q OK] to enter. ” and While the file is being divided, the status indicator flashes. Then, the file is divided into 2 files and the playback stops at the beginning of the second file.

• When “ ” appears, file dividing is complete.
• Select “ ” to stop dividing. To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. ● Files within the “MUSIC” folder cannot be divided. ● A file length of approx. 2 seconds or more is necessary for dividing a file. ● You cannot divide a file at the beginning of the file. ● Divided files cannot be recovered. It is recommended that you make a backup of the file by copying it to a computer in advance. ● After the file is divided, the number of files in the folder increases by one. ● If there is no empty space in the internal memory or SD card or if 199 files have already been recorded, a file cannot be divided. ● For the file names displayed on a computer after the file is divided, see page 38. VQT4J69 You can divide 1 file into 2 files at a specified position. A necessary part can be extracted or an unnecessary part can be cut. ENGLISH Dividing files

Recording by connecting an external microphone Use this setting when recording by connecting an external microphone to the external microphone/Line-in jack of this unit.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN].

Connect the external microphone. External microphone (not supplied) Slide the LINE/MIC switch to [MIC]. Insert securely. Press [REC *] to start recording. See page 12 for recording operations. ● Read the operating instructions for the connected device. ● If the recording level is too low or high, adjust the microphone sensitivity. (➜ page 17) ● The built-in microphone of this unit does not work if another device is connected to the external microphone/Line-in jack. ● If the connected external microphone is monaural, the sound for one channel may only be recorded.

Connect the headphone/earphone jack ( ) of this unit with the audio input (mic) terminal of the external device with an audio cable. Audio Cable with resistor (not supplied)

Start recording on the external device. Play the file that you want to copy on this unit. Copying to other devices To audio input (mic) terminal ● Read the operating instructions for the connected device. ● Use the connection cable that matches monaural/stereo of the connected device. Wrong connection may cause recording trouble (i.e. Only 1 channel is copied.). ● The copied sound quality may differ from the sound quality of this unit. ● Adjust the volume on this unit to copy with a proper volume.

Recording from other devices This is the method to record to the “LINE” folder by connecting an external device to the external microphone/Line-in jack of this unit.

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN].

Slide the LINE/MIC switch to [LINE].

Press [STOP g/RETURN]. Connect the external device. Audio Cable without resistor (not supplied) Insert securely.

To audio output To LINE OUT (audio out) (headphone) terminal terminal Press [MENU]. Press i until “ (blinking) appears and press [q OK] to enter. Audio device

Press and hold [REC *] for 1 second or more. The unit enters the recording standby. VQT4J69

Press +, – to select line sensitivity and press [q OK] to enter. “ ” (high): When connecting to the headphone terminal of external device. “ ” (low): When connecting to the line output terminal of portable device. (The factory setting is “ ”.)

Play back the external device and adjust the input/output level. 1 If the level meter swings Number of file being recorded and “ ” is displayed, the volume of the external device is too high. Adjust the volume of the external device to the range that five or six “ ” are displayed, Level meter even if the volume is turned to the maximum. To reconfigure the line input settings, press [STOP g/RETURN] and proceed to step 2 again. 2 After you finish adjusting the input/output level, stop the sound source of the other device at the position where you want to start recording.

Press [REC *] to start recording. Play the external device. ● Read the operating instructions for the connected device. ● Disconnecting the audio cord during recording will stop recording. ● Change the sound quality as necessary. (➜ page 16) ● If “MIC” or “MUSIC” folder is selected and line input sound is being recorded, the folder will switch to “LINE” folder automatically and the recorded files by the line input are saved to the “LINE” folder. Connect stereo earphones (not supplied). Plug type: ø 3.5 mm stereo mini plug Recommended additional earphones: Panasonic RP-HV154, RP-HJE120 (the product number is correct as of May 2012.) Monitoring the recording in progress Adjusting the volume: You can adjust the volume by pressing +, –, but the audio that is recorded is not affected. Insert securely. Listening to the audio during playback The audio being played back is output from the speaker on the front of this unit. Listening may be difficult in noisy places due to the speaker output. In that case, connect stereo earphones (not supplied). ● The built-in speaker is turned off when earphones are connected. VQT4J69

ENGLISH Listening to the audio using earphones

Common menu The following are the settings used for both recording and playback. Common settings operation

• When the unit is not in the stop state, press [STOP g/RETURN]. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press u, i to select the setting item (“BEEP” or “LED”) and press [q OK] to enter.
• The setting item that is blinking is currently selected. 3 Press +, – to change the setting and press [q OK] to enter. To exit the setting screen, press [STOP g/RETURN]. BEEP (Beep sound) The button operation sound can be set. : Beep sound. : No beep sound. (The factory setting is “ ”.) ● Even if the beep sound is set to “ ”, the operation beep sound is not output during recording or while recording is paused. LED (Recording indicator) You can choose whether to set the recording indication light ON or OFF. : Lights. : Does not light. (The factory setting is “ ”.) ● Even if “LED” is set to “ ”, the indicator blinks during operations such as file deletion. VQT4J69 For details on “Setting the clock”, see page 9.

(As of May 2012) Computer

IBM PC/AT compatible machines, Macintosh

• Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional and Service Pack 2, Service Pack 3
• Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/ Ultimate and Service Pack 1, Service Pack 2
• Microsoft® Windows® 7 Starter/Home Basic/Home Premium/ Professional/Ultimate and Service Pack 1 Pre-installed version ENGLISH System requirements VQT4J69

• Mac OS X 10.2.8 - 10.7 Interface USB port (Operation cannot be guaranteed if you use a USB hub.) ∗ Even if the system requirements mentioned in this document are fulfilled, some personal computers cannot be used. ∗ (Macintosh) This software operates on the standard driver of OS. ∗ Operation is guaranteed only on a compliant OS. ∗ Operation is not guaranteed on an upgraded OS. ∗ Operation is not guaranteed on home-made 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. ∗ IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S. ∗ Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc. ∗ 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.

Connecting this unit to a computer You can copy files recorded on this unit to the computer.

• Start the computer beforehand.
• Turn the unit off beforehand. 1 Pull off the USB plug cover. Do not use the supplied cable with other devices. Caution: Use only the supplied USB extension cable with a ferrite core when connecting to computer. ● When the unit is connected to your PC, it can operate without the battery, because power is supplied by the computer. ■ The first time you connect the unit to your 2 Connect the unit to a computer using the USB port. Insert the USB plug straight in the same direction as that of the terminal.

Because multiple “Found New Hardware” messages will appear, do not disconnect the unit from your PC until all messages disappear. ■ Screen display during connection with PC During connection During file transfer Computer VQT4J69 This unit If the unit cannot be connected to the computer directly, use the USB extension cable (supplied). ● Do not use any other USB extension cables except the supplied one. Never remove the unit during data transfer. The file data or the unit may be damaged. The unit cannot be operated while connected to a computer.

● When the unit is connected to the computer, the computer may not start (restart). It is recommended that the unit is removed from the computer when starting (restarting) the computer. ● Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.

• When two or more USB devices are connected to one computer (excluding the mouse and keyboard in normal operation)
• When a USB hub is used
• When a USB extension cable other than the supplied one is used ● When the unit is connected to the computer, if you start (restart) the computer or the computer enters standby mode, the computer may not recognise the unit. Disconnect the unit and reconnect to the computer or reconnect the unit after the computer is restarted. ● Please see the Operating Instructions for the computer. ■ Disconnecting the unit ■ USB mass storage function This unit functions as USB memory and is recognised as a computer’s external storage device. Data files in the computer can be transferred and saved on this unit. VQT4J69 Double-click the icon (Windows XP: [ ], Windows Vista / Windows 7: [ ]) on the task tray at the bottom of the computer screen and follow the on-screen instructions to remove the unit. (The icon may not be displayed depending on the OS settings.) After the unit is removed, this unit turns off.

Opening folders of this unit The illustrations show Windows XP (OS). The display may differ depending on the OS.

• Connect this unit to a Computer beforehand. (➜ page 34)

2. Right-click to open the “IC RECORDER

(G:)” (this unit). (Folder structure on this unit ➜ page 40) The internal memory and SD card of this unit are displayed as the following names. Internal Memory: IC RECORDER SD card: IC REC SD

3. Right-click to open the folder.

This unit’s files are displayed. VQT4J69

If an SD card is not inserted or an SD card that was not formatted on this unit is inserted, [Removable Disk] is displayed.

• Connect this unit to a Computer beforehand. (➜ page 34) Importing files recorded on this unit 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 ● Using [drag and drop], you can import the files to the computer as well. ● Never disconnect the unit or remove the SD card while “ ” is displayed, otherwise this unit may be damaged. ● Do not format this unit or the SD card using a computer. ● File extensions displayed on the computer are “MP3” for MP3 recording files and “WAV” for PCM recording files. ● The “DATA” folder is used to store data files. You can see this folder on the computer, but this is not displayed on the screen of this unit. ● If you change the names of folders MIC (MIC_SD), LINE (LINE_SD), MUSIC, etc. of this unit on the computer, new MIC (MIC_SD), LINE (LINE_SD) and MUSIC folders are generated next time this unit is turned on. (The indications in the brackets are displayed when using the SD card.) If the folders are renamed, playback will be possible when you select the “MUSIC” folder on the unit. ENGLISH Importing files to a computer/Organising files Playing recorded files on the computer: Delete unnecessary files using the computer: Select the recorded file in this unit, right-click, select [Delete] and [Yes] to enter. VQT4J69 Select the recorded file in this unit, right-click and select [Play].

File name Names of files recorded on this unit: Example: Recording information: September 20, 2012, 17:20/folder MIC/MP3 001_120920_1720V0.MP3 1 File number (001 to 199) 2 Recording information (1-byte number, 6 characters)

3 45 6 3 Recording time (1-byte number, 4 characters) 4 Folder name (V or L) “_” (1-byte) V: MIC folder L: LINE folder 5 Keyword Number (0 in this unit) 6 File extension (.MP3/.WAV) A file name like the one above is displayed on the computer but a number such as 1 is displayed for a file on the screen of the unit. Automatic change of file name by file deletion/division: Deleting a recorded file on this unit will move subsequent files forward and file numbers are automatically reassigned. Example: When “002_120925_0905V0.MP3” is deleted 001_120920_1720V0.MP3 002_120925_0905V0.MP3 003_121003_1233V0.MP3 004_121231_1915V0.MP3 File number parts of all file names following the deleted file are changed. 1 file is newly added by dividing a file. The file numbers of the files followed by the added file are automatically moved backward and file number parts of those file names are changed.

If numbers are added at the beginning of file names in the MUSIC folder, playback is performed from the file with the smallest number in priority. Up to 3 digits of number can be identified. If additional methods differ such as 1, 01, 001, then “001 to 999” takes the first priority, “01 to 99” takes the second and “1 to 9” takes the third priority. You can change the order of playback according to your preference by adding numbers at the beginning of file names, such as 001musicA.MP3, 002musicB.MP3. The displayed order will also be the same as the playback order. For transferring files to the MUSIC folder, see page 41. For playback of such files, see page 25. VQT4J69 By returning the files imported to the computer to this unit, such files can be played back on this unit. (If file names are changed, those files cannot be played.) However, if the names of files on this unit have been changed by deleting files, etc., the files to be returned may duplicate the file numbers of files on this unit. In this case, the returned files may not be played back on this unit. When playing back after returning files that were once imported to the computer to this unit, playback by transferring those files to the MUSIC folder is recommended. (➜ page 41) File name in the MUSIC folder and order of playback: ENGLISH Returning the files imported to the computer to this unit:

Folder structure on this unit The “ ” and “ ” folders are displayed as MIC and LINE for the built-in memory (MIC_SD and LINE_SD for the SD card) on the computer, and recorded files in each of the folders are played back. ” folder is displayed as MUSIC etc. on a computer, and the files in the following folders are played back. The “

• Folders other than MIC, LINE, and MUSIC (➜ page 26) The “DATA” folder is used to store data files. You can see this folder on the computer, but this is not displayed on the screen of this unit. Folder hierarchy of this unit: Internal memory (SD card) DATA LINE (LINE_SD) MIC (MIC_SD) 001_120920_1720V0.MP3 002_120925_0905V0.MP3 MUSIC ✽ ✽ The MUSIC folder is used when transferring MP3 music files, etc. from the computer. You can create subfolders in the MUSIC folder. The structure example is shown as below. Internal memory (SD card) First hierarchy MUSIC Music 01.MP3 Artist A Music A.MP3 Third hierarchy Playback is available to the second hierarchy. Files on the third hierarchy and after cannot be played. Album A2-1 folder Example of folder structures other than MIC, LINE, and MUSIC “TIMER” Playback is “T1” available to the Meeting 01.MP3 second hierarchy. Files on the third “T2” hierarchy and after “VOICE” Meeting 02.MP3 cannot be played. Conference 01.MP3

You can enjoy music by transferring music files stored in the computer to this unit. This unit can play back MP3 and PCM (WAV) music files. Only PCM (WAV) files recorded on this unit.

• Open MUSIC folder of this unit beforehand. (➜ page 36)

1. Select a music file, right-click and select

2. Select MUSIC folder of this unit, right-click

and select [Paste] to transfer to this unit. Up to 199 of transferred files can be played on this unit. If subfolders are created, number of files playable is reduced by the equivalent number of subfolders created. ● Never disconnect the unit or remove the SD card while “ ” is displayed, otherwise this unit may be damaged. ● You can create subfolders in the MUSIC folder to transfer and play back files. For folder structure, see page 40. ● Music files cannot be played back even if they are transferred to the MIC (MIC_SD) or LINE (LINE_SD) folder. (The indications in the brackets are displayed when using the SD card.) VQT4J69 Transferring music files to this unit from the computer ENGLISH Transferring music files to this unit

Q & A (Frequently Asked Questions) Question Answer

• You can play files recorded on IC recorders using MP3 or PCM format by transferring them to “MUSIC” folder. (➜ page 41) But cannot play files with other formats (i.e. ADPCM and TRC formats) because the recording format is different. Can I use a manganese battery?

• A manganese battery and nickel-cadmium battery cannot be used. Panasonic recommends using an alkaline battery. VQT4J69 Can I play files recorded on other Panasonic IC recorders?

• This is displayed when you attempt to record more than the maximum number of files (199) that can be recorded. (➜ page 10)
• This is displayed when you attempt to record to the internal memory or SD card without free space. ENGLISH Error messages

• This is displayed when you attempt to play a file when there is no file in the folder.
• Replace the battery with a new one. VQT4J69

• Insert an SD card. (➜ page 24)

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

• The unit considers the battery to be empty at the point in time when the battery still be used on other equipment. level becomes low. Operations The unit does not start.

• Make sure the battery is correctly inserted. Remove the battery completely and then insert it back into the unit again. Also try replacing the battery with a new one.
• The Hold function is on. Switch Hold off. (➜ page 8)
• You cannot operate on this unit when the unit is connected to a computer. No operation.

• The Hold function is on. Switch Hold off. (➜ page 8)
• You cannot operate on this unit when the unit is connected to a computer. VQT4J69 Recording The memory is used completely earlier than expected.

• The length of time that recording is possible greatly differs depending on the sound quality. (➜ page 51) Select the sound quality according to the purpose of use. (➜ page 16)
• Is much data stored? Delete unnecessary files. (➜ page 14) Recording is suspended by itself.

• VAS is functioning. (➜ page 18) Howling occurs when listening to the recording in progress with earphones.

• Turn down the volume. (➜ pages 13, 31)
• Keep earphones and this unit separate. (➜ page 31)
• When you are using an external microphone, keep earphones and external microphone separate.

Recording ended halfway.

• If the unit receives a shock (e.g. it is dropped), if the battery comes off or the battery runs out during recording, recording data may not be updated.
• There may be no space left in the memory. Cannot record.

• Is there sufficient space in the memory?
• 199 recorded files (maximum recordable number) may be present in the folder. If the folder contains 199 recorded files, no more files can be recorded. ” is displayed during recording.

• Writing to memory may have become slow. Back up the files to a computer and then format the internal memory of this unit or the SD card. (➜ page 14)
• If the error persists even after formatting, check if compatibility of your SD card has been verified according to our manufacturing standards. (➜ page 24) Sound skipping on the recorded file.

• You formatted the internal memory of this unit or the SD card using the computer. If they are formatted using the computer, the optimum performance of this unit may not be achieved. Format it on this unit. (➜ page 14)
• This unit may not operate correctly depending on the SD card manufacturer or type of SD card.
• For details on cards that are confirmed to operate correctly according to our manufacturing standards, see the support site below. http://panasonic.net/support/
• VAS is functioning. (➜ page 18) Noise is heard from the recorded voice.

• If you brush this unit with your hand or an object touches this unit during recording, noise will be recorded through the microphone. Avoid contact of object during recording. ENGLISH Checkpoints VQT4J69 Symptom Recording

• Lower the microphone sensitivity (➜ page 17) or move further away from the recording sound source. If the sound is still distorted, set the LOW CUT FILTER to ON (➜ page 17) before recording. Recorded sounds contain noise that make it difficult to hear sounds.

• Move a mobile telephone away from this unit when you use the two in the same area.
• Set the LOW CUT FILTER to ON. Noise is reduced and listening may become easier. (➜ page 17)
• Set the optimal recording settings by changing the sound quality (➜ page 16) and microphone sensitivity (➜ page 17) and performing trial recordings. Recorded sound is too loud or too low.

• Switch the microphone sensitivity. (➜ page 17) Cannot perform timer recording.

• Is there sufficient space in the memory?
• 199 recorded files (maximum recordable number) may be present in the folder. If the folder contains 199 recorded files, no more files can be recorded.
• The unit cannot be operated when connected to a computer. Remove it from the computer.
• If another recording is in progress even if the timer recording start time comes, the current recording is prioritised. Stop the recording. However, if you are using the unit for operations other than recording, the timer recording is prioritised.
• Timer recording does not start if the recording destination was set to an SD card and the SD card was removed before the start time. VQT4J69 Recorded sound is distorted. There is a noise at the beginning of sound.

• There is no sound when you have connected earphones. (➜ page 31) Cannot hear any sound.

• Adjust the sound volume. (➜ page 13) A file in the “MIC” or “LINE” folder cannot be played.

• Has the file been renamed? Only files in the “MIC” and “LINE” folder that are named according to “Names of files recorded on this unit:” (➜ page 38) can be played. Even if a file has not been renamed, it cannot be played if its file number is the same as that of another file in the folder. Playback is possible if they are transferred to the MUSIC folder. (➜ page 41)
• The transfer destination is wrong. If the file transferred from the computer is stored in the MIC (MIC_SD) or LINE (LINE_SD) folder, it cannot be played back on this unit. Transfer the file to the MUSIC folder. (The indications in the brackets are displayed when using the SD card.) (➜ page 41) Cannot play a file in the “MUSIC” folder, or the playback is not correct.

• PCM (WAV) files recorded on this unit and MP3 files can be played on this unit. Other file formats such as WMA/AAC cannot be played.
• For playback of “MUSIC” folder, see page 40.
• In “MUSIC” folder, up to 199 files per one folder can be recognised and played back. (If subfolders are created, number of files playable is reduced by the equivalent number of subfolders created.) Transferred files exceeding the maximum number cannot be played. Playback speed is too fast or slow.

• You changed the playback speed. (➜ page 20) VQT4J69 No sound from the speaker. ENGLISH Symptom Playing

Playing There is no sound from the earphones or it is difficult to hear or noisy.

• Ensure the plug is inserted firmly.
• Wipe the plug clean. The selected file changes on its • If this unit is connected to a computer and then a file on the unit is deleted, the own. file selected on this unit may change. There is no sound during A-B • Is the shadowing function set to ON? (➜ page 21) repeat playback. ALL REPEAT ( be set. ) cannot Folder cue cannot be performed.

• You cannot use ALL REPEAT if you selected the 1000th or more file in the “MUSIC" folder. (➜ page 22)
• In the "MUSIC” folder, folder cue works on up to 999 files in total. (➜ page 26) E.g.) If folders containing 111 files each are saved, folder cue works on up to the ninth folder. VQT4J69 Others The power cannot be turned on.

• The battery may have run out. Replace the battery with a new one. (➜ page 7) The power automatically turns off.

• Is the AUTO POWER OFF function operating? (This function turns the power off if there is no operation for 30 minutes when the unit is stopped.) (➜ page 8) SD card cannot be recognised. • Was the SD card formatted using the computer, etc.? Format it on this unit. (➜ page 14) ” is displayed.
• The SD card is not properly inserted. Turn off the unit and reinsert the SD card. (➜ page 24) ” is displayed during deletion.

• You are trying to delete a file with the read-only file attribute. Connect the unit to a computer and then delete the file from the computer. (➜ page 37)

• If MP3 music files transferred from the computer are Read-only or subfolders are created in the “MUSIC” folder, they cannot be deleted on this unit. Delete them on the computer. (➜ page 37) Cannot divide a file.

• Play the file up to the position where you want to divide it, and then press [STOP g/RETURN]. (➜ page 27)
• Is there sufficient space in the memory?
• 199 recorded files (maximum recordable number) may be present in the folder. If the folder contains 199 recorded files, dividing a file is not possible.
• Is the recording time for the file too short? Use a file with longer recording length. A file length of approx. 2 seconds or more is necessary for dividing a file. This unit is not recognised by a computer.

• Connect this unit with the computer properly. (➜ page 34)
• Disconnect this unit from the computer and connect it again.
• The OS on the computer may not be compliant with this unit. (➜ page 33) The file name of the recorded file or recording date and time information differ from the real date and time.

• Set the clock. (➜ page 9) VQT4J69 Cannot delete a file or folder. ENGLISH Symptom Others

Specifications Power Dry-cell battery Audio Sampling frequency (The bracket [ ] shows the sound quality.)

44.1 kHz [PCM 44.1kHz]

44.1 kHz [XP: MP3 192kbps]

22.05 kHz [LP: MP3 64kbps]

16 kHz [SLP: MP3 32kbps] Linear PCM (16 bit)/MP3 16 kbps to 320 kbps (MP3) 8 kHz to 48 kHz (MP3) 45 Hz to 21,000 Hz 45 Hz to 21,000 Hz 45 Hz to 10,000 Hz 45 Hz to 7,500 Hz [PCM 44.1kHz] [XP: MP3 192kbps] [LP: MP3 64kbps] [SLP: MP3 32kbps] USB2.0 (Hi-Speed) DC 5 V / 150 mA ø 3.5 mm, 16 Ω, Max. 6 + 6 mW ø 20 mm, 8 Ω, 90 mW (RMS) Audio Earphone Output Speaker Output Audio External ø 3.5 mm, Input Microphone/ 1.26 mV plug in power Line-in Max. Dimensions (W × H × D)

40.1 mm × 112.7 mm × 15.6 mm

Cabinet Dimensions (W × H × D)

38.5 mm × 112.7 mm × 14.6 mm

Mass Approx. 50 g with battery Approx. 39 g without battery Operating 0 °C to 40 °C Temperature Operating Humidity 20% RH to 80% RH (No condensation) Internal Memory 2 GB Usable capacity will be less. VQT4J69 Recording format Playable bit rate (MUSIC Folder) Playable sampling frequency (MUSIC Folder) Frequency characteristic (-10 dB, during recording/playback) (The bracket [ ] shows the sound quality.) Built-in microphone S/N USB DC 1.5 V (1 AAA LR03 battery (alkaline battery))

When the Panasonic alkaline (AAA LR03) battery is used Sound quality PCM 44.1kHz (Stereo) XP 192kbps (Stereo) LP 64kbps (Stereo) SLP 32kbps (Monaural)

Battery life (may be less depending on the operating conditions.) Without recording monitor, Recording indicator: OFF, When using the internal memory When audio is output from speaker (Volume: 11, Playback speed control: 100%) Standard recordable time (may be less depending on the operating conditions.) Recording time approx. 3 h. approx. 22 h. approx. 67 h. approx. 134 h. ● Specifications are subject to change without notice. VQT4J69 Care and use To reduce risk of radio interference caused by headphone-, earphone- or microphone cables, only use adequate accessories with a cable length of less than 3 m. VQT4J69 g Unit

• Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat.
• 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, magnetised cards (bank cards, commuter passes) or other devices easily influenced by a magnet. g Batteries
• Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use the batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
• Align the poles ( and ) correctly when inserting the battery.
• Remove the battery if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

• 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 the AAA LR03 batteries out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Accidental swallowing of batteries can result in stomach and intestinal damage.
• When carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no metal objects such as necklaces are placed together with them. Contact with metal may cause short-circuiting which can cause a fire. For safety, carry the batteries in the battery carrying case.

g Notice for when transferring to another party, or disposing of the SD card or the unit If the internal memory and SD card are formatted or the data on them are deleted, such data cannot be played back, however, the data are not erased completely. If you want to erase the data completely for security, use a commercially sold data erasing software for computer. Or format the internal memory or SD card and then record up to the end to clear off the data. ENGLISH 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.
• microSDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. VQT4J69 g SD card compatibility microSD card and microSDHC card can be used on devices that support each card. (microSD card can also be used on devices that support microSDHC card.) Using on devices that do not support those cards may format the SD cards or erase the recorded contents. Also, computers or devices that do not support microSDHC card may display a message that encourages you to format the SD card. If you format the SD card, the data will be erased. Erased data cannot be recovered. Do not format the SD card.

Care and use Precautions for listening with the Headphones or Earphones

• 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 motorised 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 unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone. VQT4J69 CAUTION
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

• Be sure to use the supplied or recommended headphones or earphones. Based on EN 50332-2:2003

1) Maximum output voltage(earphone output) :

2) Wide band characteristic voltage(earphones):

75mV 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 benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergent, a chemical wiper, etc. This might cause the exterior case to be deformed or the coating to come off.

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation. ENGLISH -If you see this symbol- For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. VQT4J69 Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

Plasma/LCD televisions / displays (screen size greater than 103 cm) PRO-031-F11 Issue: 4.0 1 Innovation Road, Macquarie Park NSW 2113 ACN 001 592 187 ABN 83 001 592 187 Panasonic Australia Pty. Limited 01-01-2011 If you require assistance regarding warranty conditions or any other enquiries, please visit the Panasonic Australia website www.panasonic.com.au or contact by phone on 132 600 If phoning in, please ensure you have your operating instructions available. THIS WARRANTY CARD AND THE PURCHASE DOCKET (OR SIMILAR PROOF OF PURCHASE) SHOULD BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES If there is a major failure in regard to the product which cannot be remedied then you must notify us within a reasonable period by contacting the Panasonic Customer Care Centre. If the failure in the product is not a major failure then Panasonic may choose to repair or replace the product and will do so in a reasonable period of time from receiving notice from you. In addition to your rights under this warranty, Panasonic products come with consumer guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. If there is a major failure with the product, you can reject the product and elect to have a refund or to have the product replaced or if you wish you may elect to keep the goods and be compensated for the drop in value of the goods. You are also entitled to have the product repaired or replaced if the product fails to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. 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. 7. 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.

6. To claim warranty service, when required, you should:

• Telephone Panasonic’s Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website referred to below and use the Service Centre Locator for the name/address of the nearest Authorised Service Centre.
• Send or take 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:

5. Some products may be supplied with Ethernet connection hardware. The warranty is limited on such products

and will not cover (a) Internet and or DLNA connection / setup related problems (b) Access fees and or charges incurred for internet connection (c) The use of incompatible software or software not specically stipulated in the product operations manual; and (d) Any indirect or consequential costs associated with the incorrect use or misuse of the hardware, its connection to the internet or any other device.

4. This warranty does not cover the following items unless the fault or defect existed at the time of purchase:

(a) Cabinet Part(s) (e) DVD, Blu-ray or Recordable Discs (b) Video or Audio Tapes (f) Video / Audio Heads from wear and tear in normal use (c) SD cards or USB devices (g) Information stored on Hard Disk Drive, USB stick or SD card (d) User replaceable Batteries (h) DTV reception issues caused by TV Aerial / Cabling / Wall socket(s) etc

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), introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, ofce, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions or any foreign object or matter having entered the product.

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.

1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty

Panasonic or its 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. IBM PC/AT-kompatible Personal-Computer, Macintosh VQT4J69 Computer

Computer compatibili IBM PC/AT, Macintosh VQT4J69 Computer

Máquinas compatíveis com IBM PC/AT, Macintosh

• Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional e Service Pack 2, Service Pack 3
• Microsoft® Windows Vista® Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/ Versão pré-instalada Ultimate e Service Pack 1, Service Pack 2
• Microsoft® Windows® 7 Starter/Home Basic/Home Premium/Professional/ Ultimate e Service Pack 1 2 GB Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance 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. Supplied accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of May 2012. These may be subject to change.) 1 USB extension cable [K2ZZ04Y00005] ■ For the United Kingdom and Ireland VQT4J69 customers (Sales and Support Information) Customer Communications Centre
• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899
• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333
• For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.panasonic.co.uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays)
• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com.
• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK.
• It couldn’t be simpler!
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