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Operating Instructions
RN-405
Model No.
RN-305
RN-202
This manual was printed
with soy based ink.
The illustrations show
RN-405
.
Power source
A
R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
B
DC IN 3V
Recording
RN-405
RN-305
VAS LEVEL
MONIT
RN-405
(8Ω)
RN-202
RN-305
PAUSE
PAUSE
2
OFF
OFF
FAST
VAS/
PLAY
FAST
PLAY
3
2.4
1.2
TAPE
SPEED
Basic operation
Function
Press [
Stop
Set [ PAUSE ] to PAUSE .
Temporary stop
To resume recording set it to °.
Recording for a long time
Set [TAPE SPEED] to [1.2].
ª Program time (with RT-60 MC microcassette
tape)
At [1.2]: 1 hour on one side
At [2.4]: 30 minutes on one side
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read these instructions complete-
ly. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Panasonic 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
c 2000 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Japan
P
Dry cell batteries
A
Use two R6/LR6, AA UM-3 (not included) bat-
teries.
Press in and down towards the minus end.
ª Battery removal
Press the + side towards the - battery terminal
and lift up.
AC power operation
B
Use Panasonic AC adaptor RP-AC31 (not includ-
ed).
≥When not in use, disconnect the AC adaptor from
the AC power outlet.
RN-405
MIC jack
4
(Built-in)MIC
REC
1
STOP
EJECT
Recording side
RN-405
REC/BATT
Operation
STOP, EJECT ] .
G
Note:
≥Use a tape with tabs in place.
≥The recording level is automatically adjusted.
≥The built-in microphone is omnidirectical, so that
recording is available in every direction.
Specifications
Power requirement
Battery:
AC:
Frequency response
Speaker:
Tape speed
p
Track system
Jack: Input:
Output:
Dimensions(WtHtD) 58.0k117.0k23.7 mm
Mass (without batteries)
RQT5405-P
F0100KB0
To playback tapes
2
RN-202
PAUSE
OFF
FAST
PLAY
3
2.4
1.2
TAPE
SPEED
RN-405
TAPE COUNTER
RESET BUTTON
Basic operation
Function
Stop
Fast forward or rewind
Temporary stop
To play faster than usual
Cue and review
Sound can be monitored at a high speed as long as
[5FF, CUE] (cue) or [6REW, REV] (review) is
held down during playback.
Note:
Set [TAPE SPEED] to the same setting as you
used for recording.
Troubleshooting Guide
BEFORE
CALLING
PROBLEM
No operations.
≥No sounds.
≥A gritty noise is heard.
Cannot hear sound-too noisy.
No recording.
Play time:
DC 3 V
[When used in hold mode, at 25oC (77oF) and on a flat
(two R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
and stable surface]
batteries)
Panasonic alkaline dry
DC IN 3 V with
cell batteries;
Panasonic AC adaptor
RP-AC31 (not included)
RN-202
500–3500 Hz
13
3.6 cm (1
⁄
z)
32
1.2 cm/s (
15
⁄
ips)
32
≥
The play time may be less depending on the
15
2.4 cm/s (
⁄
ips)
16
operating conditions.
2 track monaural
recording and playback
Note:
(
RN-405
only)
Specifications are subject to change without no-
MIC; 0.25 mV (200-600 h)
tice.
MONIT (8 h)
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
(2
5
⁄
5
⁄
15
⁄
zk4
zk
z)
16
8
16
; 130 g (4.6 oz.)
RN-202
RN-305
; 130 g (4.6 oz.)
; 134 g (4.7 oz.)
RN-405
RN-202
RN-305
RN-405
5
VOLUME/VAS LEVEL
VOLUME
RN-405
RN-305
PAUSE
OFF
VAS/
FAST
PLAY
Operation
During playback, press [
STOP, EJECT ] .
G
In the stop mode, press [ 5 FF, CUE ] (Fast forward) or [ 6 REW,
REV ] (Rewind) .
Set [ PAUSE ] to PAUSE .
To resume playback set it to °.
Set [FAST PLAY] to FAST PLAY.
When the button is released, normal playback will
start.
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below
for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing.
Some simple checks or a minor adjustment on your part may
eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the
remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer
to the directory of Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with
this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your
dealer for instructions.
For
detailed
instructions,
servicenter 1-800-211-7262 or web site (http://www.
panasonic.com).
CHECKPOINT
≥Have the batteries been installed with their polarities (+,
-) reversed?
≥Is the earphone plug firmly connected to [MONIT (8 h)]?
≥Is the plug dirty? (Wipe away the dirt from the plug.)
Separate the unit from mobile phones.
Have the tape's accidental erasure prevention tabs been
broken out?
Recording; About 14.5 hours
RN-305
Playback;
About 9 hours
RN-405
Recording; About 13.5 hours
Playback;
About 9 hours
4
REW
PLAY
REV
FF
CUE
1
STOP
EJECT
Playback side
contact
an
authorized
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Summary of Contents for Panasonic RN-405
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Page 1: Specifications
Note: Jack: Input: RN-405 only) America Specifications are subject to change without no- MIC; 0.25 mV (200-600 h) One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 tice. Output: MONIT (8 h) http://www.panasonic.com Mass and dimensions are approximate. Dimensions(WtHtD) 58.0k117.0k23.7 mm Panasonic Sales Company, Division of ⁄... -
Page 2: Limited Warranty
Purchase If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty For assistance in Puerto Rico contact, Panasonic Sales Company period, you may contact your dealer or Panasonic PLUS at the address or telephone number above.