Panasonic Mini Cassette Recorder Rq-l51, Rq-l31, Rq-l11 Operating Instructions

							Mini Cassette Recorder
Operating Instructions
Model No.RQ-L51
RQ-L31
RQ-L11
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RQ-L31
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read these instructions complete-
ly. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Rechargeable batteries (2). . . . . . . RFCT0002-H
Remove the rechargeable batteries from their
case before use.
AC adaptor/charger (1). . . . . . . . . . RFEA302C-S
¡To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368
or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
¡Use numbers indicated when asking for replace-
ment parts.
Supplied Accessories (RQ-L51 only)
pPanasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of
America 
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com
Panasonic Sales Company, Division of
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial
Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
©2001 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Taiwan
Power Source
Dry cell batteries
Use two R6/LR6, AA, UM-3 (not included) 
batteries.
Battery removal
Press the dside toward the ebattery terminal
and lift up.
AC power operation
Use the included AC adaptor/charger.
Use the Panasonic AC adaptor RP-AC31 
(optional).
≥The AC adaptor/charger consumes approx. 1.3 Weven when it is in standby mode.  To save power
when not in use, disconnect it from the AC power
outlet.
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A nickel cadmium battery that is recyclable powers
the product you have purchased.  At the end of its
useful life, under various state and local laws, it is
illegal to dispose of this battery into your municipal
waste stream.  Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this battery.
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Rechargeable batteries
For initial use after purchase or after a long 
interval (more than three months), make sure to
recharge the rechargeable batteries.
Use the included rechargeable batteries.RQ-L51
DC IN 3V
After recharging (about 2 hours), install the
charged batteries into the unit.
Note:
Do not recharge more than 8 hours at one time, or
the rechargeable batteries life may be shortened.
Rechargeable batteries and charger
≥Use only the included charger when recharging.
≥During recharging, it is normal for the charger
and the rechargeable batteries to become slightly
warm.
≥Avoid recharging or placing the rechargeable
batteries near sources of heat or humidity.
≥The included rechargeable batteries can be
recharged about 300 times. After that, their
operation time becomes shortened. That’s time
for replacing the rechargeable batteries.
≥Carry and store the rechargeable batteries in the
supplied battery carrying case to prevent contact
with metal objects.
≥Do not peel off the plastic covering on the
rechargeable batteries. This covering has been
fitted for your safety and removal can lead to
short-circuiting of the battery.AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Basic Operation
Recording
You can use normal position type tapes only.
The sound may not be recorded properly if high
position tapes and metal position tapes are used
with this unit.
[PLAY] is also depressed with [
£] in step 5.
Tape playback
You can use normal position type tapes only.
Others
∫Tape counter and reset button
The counter returns to “000” when the reset button is
pressed. The digits advance with the tape to provide
a reference to quickly find a desired portion of tape.
Note:
When you are resetting the tape counter, make
sure that you push the reset button firmly and that
the counter resets precisely to “000”.
∫
Auto Stop
During playback or recording, when the tape
reaches its end, the automatic stop system will re-
lease the playback and record buttons and auto-
matically turn off the unit.
Note:
¡Do not open the cassette holder during tape op-
eration.
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Function Operation
Stop Press [STOP].
Temporarily stop Set the [PAUSE]
selector to “PAUSE”.
To resume recording,
set it to off position.
∫
Follow up recording
Recording can be started during playback by sim-
ply pressing [£].
Function Operation
Stop Press [STOP].
Fast forward Press [FF/CUE].
Rewind Press [REW/REV].
When the tape reaches the end after fast forward
or rewind, press [STOP]to release the button.
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PAUSE
Recording/
Playback side
INSTALL BATTERIES.
INSERT A CASSETTE.
TAPE COUNTER
Reset
button
RELEASE [PAUSE].PRESS [PLAY].
ADJUST THE
[VOLUME]. RELEASE [PAUSE].
SET [VAS]
TO OFF.
BATTERY
CONDITION
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Two R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
(not included) batteries
Included rechargeable batteries
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MICjack
The serial number of this product can be found on
the back of the cassette compartment cover or in-
side the battery compartment.
Please note it in the space provided below and
keep as a permanent record of your purchase to
aid identification in the event of theft.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
RQTT0453-PF1201MA0
SELECT MIC LEVEL.
SELECT REC MODE.
1X: To record sound at a
normal speed.
3X: To record sound at
three times longer
than the normal
speed for long meet-
ings, etc. Select HIGH if you want
to record relatively soft
sounds.
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SELECT REC MODE.
Choose the same mode
you used for recording.
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							RECORDING
BATTERIES
MAINTE-
NANCE
PLAYBACKCue and review
Sound can be monitored at a high
speed as long as the [FF/CUE] (cue)
or [REW/REV] (review) is held down
during playback.
When the button is released, normal
playback will start.
The [BATT LEVEL]indicators light
during operation. As the charge re-
duces the lamps go out.When the batteries are weak
The indicator under “E” becomes dim
or turns off.
≥Avoid using or placing this unit near
sources of heat.  Do not leave it in an au-
tomobile exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and win-
dows closed.
≥To avoid product damage, do not expose
this product to rain, water or other liquids.
≥If a gritty noise is heard, wipe away the dirt
on the plug.≥Mobile phones can cause noise if used too
close to the unit. Separate if this occurs.
≥Avoid using or placing this unit near
sources of heat.
≥This speaker does not have magnetic
shielding.  Do not place it near televisions,
personal computers or other devices easily
influenced by magnetism.
Track system2 track, monaural
Recording systemDC bias, Magnet erase
Monitor systemFix
Power requirement
Battery: DC 3 V (two R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
batteries)
Rechargeable
battery:  DC 2.4 V
With two included
rechargeable batteries
AC:  120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption; 5 W
With included AC
adaptor/charger
With optional Panasonic AC 
adaptor RP-AC31
Frequency range
Playback:
180 Hz–7000 Hz
Rec/Playback:
250 Hz–6300 Hz
Tape speed
4.8 cm/s (1
7⁄8ips) and
1.6 cm/s (5⁄8ips)
4.8 cm/s (17⁄8ips)
Speaker3.6 cm (1
7⁄16")  4 ∞Jack
Input: 
MIC; 0.25 mV (150–600∞)
Output: EARPHONE; 8 ∞
Dimensions (W∑H∑D)
86.0q112.1q37.2 mm
(3
3⁄8"q47⁄16"q115⁄32")
Mass
199 
g(7 oz.) with
rechargeable batteries
163 g(5.7 oz.) without
batteries
157 g(5.5 oz.) without
batteries
Play time:
[When used at 25uC (77uF) on a flat, stable surface]
Alkaline dry cell batteries;
Recording: About 25 hours
Playback: About 17 hours ( )
About 18 hours ( )
Included rechargeable batteries
( only);
Recording About 10 hours
Playback About 7.5 hours
¡The play time may be less depending on the operating
conditions.
Note:
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
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Specifications
Listening caution
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, re-
duce volume or discontinue use.
Do not use while operating a motorized ve-
hicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is il-
legal in many areas.
You should use extreme caution or tem-
porarily discontinue use in potentially haz-
ardous 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.Sound can be deceiving. Over time your
hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher vol-
umes of sound. So what sounds “normal”
can actually be loud and harmful to your
hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equip-
ment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing
adapts.
To establish a safe level:
≥Start your volume control at a low setting.
≥Slowly increase the sound until you can
hear it comfortably and clearly, and without
distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable
sound level:
≥Set the dial and leave it there.
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Product Service
User memo: Side A
Tab for side BAdhesive tape Tab for side A
≥Align the poles (dand e) properly
when inserting the batteries.
≥Do not mix old and new batteries or
different types of batteries.
≥Do not recharge ordinary dry cell bat-
teries.
≥Remove the batteries if the unit is not
to be used for a long time.
≥Do not use the batteries if the cover-
ing has been peeled off.Mishandling of batteries 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 con-
tact with any part of your body.
≥If rechargeable batteries are to be
used, rechargeable batteries 
manufactured by Panasonic are 
recommended.
Battery level indicators
The sound is recorded automatically,
so there is no tape waste.
To use VAS , set the [VAS]selector to
“1” or “2” in step 4.1: If you wish to record lower levels of
sound than usual.
2: If you wish to record only the louder
sounds.
Note:
After using VAS , set the [VAS] selec-
tor to “OFF”
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The sound can be heard with an op-
tional earphone plugged into the
[EARPHONE]jack.
≥Plug type: 3.5 mm (
1⁄8in.) monauralNote:
≥You can not adjust the volume during
recording.
Removing the tab(s) of the cassette
(with a small screwdriver) will prevent
accidental erasure.To record again, cover the hole of the
tab with adhesive tape.
To record through an external microphone
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Record prevention
To record with VAS (Voice Activated System) function
Monitoring
A
AA
RQTT0453
Plug the external microphone (not in-
cluded) into the [MIC (PLUG IN
POWER)]jack.≥You can use a condenser micro-
phone without a built-in power supply.
≥Plug type: 3.5 mm (1⁄8in.) monaural
If the surfaces are dirty
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry
cloth.
≥Never use the alcohol, paint thinner or
benzine to clean this unit.
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read
the instructions that came with the cloth
carefully.
For a cleaner crisper sound
Clean the heads regularly to assure good
quality playback and recording. Use a clean-
ing tape (not included).
Panasonic Limited Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic
Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the Warrantor”) will
repair or replace this product with new or refurbished parts or
equivalent product, free of charge in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico,
in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows
(all time periods commence from the date of original purchase):
For one (1) year—Radio, Clock Radio, Radio with Tape
Player or Recorder, Speaker, IC Recorder
For ten (10) days—Batteries—(when applicable)—New re-
chargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable
batteries. Non-rechargeable batteries are not warranted.
For ninety (90) days—SD Memory Card—New SD card of the
same memory capacity in exchange for a defective SD Card for
ninety (90) days.
For assistance in the U.S.A. in obtaining repairs contact:
Panasonic Services Company 
Panasonic PLUS Department 
20421 84th Avenue South 
Kent, WA 98032 
Phone: 1-800-833-9626 
FAX: 1-800-237-9080
If repair is needed during the warranty period the purchaser
will be required to furnish a sales receipt/proof of purchase indi-
cating date of purchase.
Also, the purchaser will be responsible for shipping the unit to
the above address. This warranty is extended only to the origi-
nal purchaser.
For assistance in Puerto Rico contact, Panasonic Sales
Company.
Tel. (787) 750-4300
Fax. (787) 768-2910This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials
or workmanship which occur during normal use and does not
cover damage which occurs in shipment or failures which are
caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures
which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishan-
dling, misapplication, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, im-
proper maintenance, alteration, improper antenna, inadequate
signal pickup, maladjustment of consumer controls, modifica-
tion, line power surge, or commercial use of the product, or
damage that is attributable to acts of God, or service by anyone
other than a PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANYFactory
Servicenter.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDEN-
TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY
BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMI-
TATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS. ALL
EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO
THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not
apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
If you have a problem with this product that is not handled to
your satisfaction, then write to the Consumer Affairs Department
at the Company address indicated above.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric 
of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
If you ship the productCarefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Attach a postage-affixed letter, detailing the complaint, to the outside of the carton.
Do NOT send the product to the Executive or Regional Sales offices. They are NOT equipped to
make repairs.
Power consumption in
standby mode : 1.3 W
1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be ser-
viced by qualified service personnel if:
1.(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been
damaged; or
1.(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
1.(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
1.(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
1.(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet dam-
aged.
2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond
that described in these operating instructions. Refer all
other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.
3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing en-
sure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufac-
turer or parts that have the same characteristics as the
original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer
to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in
proper working condition.Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
Contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-
211-7262, or e-mail [email protected],
or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
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CAUTION
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