Operating Instructions IC Recorder Model No. Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum perfor mance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. P RR-QR270 If you have any questions contact 1-800-211-PANA(7262) The warranty can be found on pages 32 and 33.
Instruction flow chart Recording This unit RQT9198 Playback 2 For IC Recorder operation… Recording Playing Page 12 Page 16
Table of contents become audio files Point 2 Recordings and the files are stored in folders. .. ............... a recording method Point 3 Choose that best suits the situation. .......................... Part names ........................................................ How to use the quick search dial .................... List of menus .................................................... Setting the time................................................. Canceling the operation beep ......................
Inserting batteries 1 3 2 AAA (LR03) batteries (not included) Make sure the batteries face the right directions. * Replace the batteries within 30 seconds to preserve the settings. (Recordings remain intact.) * The clock, however, will stop until the batteries have been inserted. * If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable batter ies manufactured by Panasonic are recommended. * When batteries are inserted, “ ” flashes on the display. Set Hold off ( right) and set the time ( page 11).
1 Before operating, switch Hold off, when finished, switch Hold on. When you set Hold on Button operations are ignored even if you press buttons by mistake. * When you set Hold on while recording or playing, “ ” appears for 2 seconds and the recording or playing display reappears. * When you set Hold on while the unit is stopped, “ ” appears for 2 seconds and the display turns off. 2 seconds later This unit has no power button.
Before use Point 2 Recordings become audio files and the files are stored in folders. A new audio file is created each time you record. File The created file is stored in a folder. * A maximum of 99 files can be stored in each folder. * Remaining recording time ( page 13) may become shorter than periods listed in this table.
Choose a recording method that best suits the situation. To record a low-level sound source… • Place the unit on a desk etc. closer to the source. • Use “L” microphone sensitivity for close proximity hand-held recording. Preparation 3 Meeting recording settings Microphone sensitivity Recording mode H (Far) L (Near) HQ (high quality)/ FQ (fine quality)/ SP (standard play) DICTATION RECORDING As the dictation recording settings are all factory-set, dictation can be recorded quickly and simply.
Part names bl bm 1 2 3 Microphone sensitivity Recording mode Recording level Battery indicator MIC (PLUG IN POWER) 4 Folder File MENU 5 Display (during recording) 6 Recording elapsed time 7 8 9 RQT9198 bk 8 1Built-in microphone 4Stop 7Erase 2Recording indicator 5Display 8Quick search dial 3Record/pause 6Folder/menu Hand strap hole bn 9Hold bmHeadphone/ earphone jack bkSpeaker blExternal microphone jack bnBattery cover
How to use the quick search dial In this manual A Dial: Turn the dial to right or left to select an item. A: Turn [ ]. B Joystick: B: Press [q/ g] to confirm. Press to confirm the item. *Avoid pressing too much when you turn the quick search dial. Preparation Basic operations Joystick operations (see above B for the confirming operation) Ú You can also select items by tilting the joystick. This manual explains dial operations in most sections. C: Tilt the stick to left and right.
List of menus [ ] [ HOLD ERASE ] FOLDER STOP REC/PAUSE 1 Press and hold [ FOLDER/ MENU] for 1 second or longer (while stopped) to display menus. 2 Turn [ ] and press [q/ g] to confirm. * Press [STOP] to stop an operation midway/cancel the setting. If an operation is not started within 60 seconds, unfinished settings are canceled.
” on the display), begin from step 4. * When the year is flashing (e.g. “ Hold 1 Set 2 Display the menu off ( page 4) While stopped, press and hold [ FOLDER/ MENU] for 1 second or longer. * 4 Set the time 3 Select “ ” Turn [ ] to select “ ” and press [q/ g] to confirm. ] and press [q/g] to confirm. (Press [STOP] after confirming 5.) Turn [ 1Year 2Month 3Day 4Time display (12/24H) 5Time → → → → * The clock operates with the monthly error margin of +/– 60 seconds at room temperature.
Recording [ ] [ HOLD ERASE FOLDER ] STOP REC/PAUSE Meeting recording Using different combinations of recording modes and microphone sensitivity levels, you can adjust audio quality according to recording situations. a Meeting 1 Select Recording folder (A, B, C or S) Press [ FOLDER/ MENU]. * Each time you press the microphone 4 Select sensitivity level RQT9198 1Press [q/g] to 12 display microphone sensitivity. 2Turn [ ] and press [q/ g] to confirm. H: Far 3 Press [STOP].
1 Select folder M 2 Press [ FOLDER/ MENU]. Record Confirming the remaining time When you press [ FOLDER/ MENU] while recording, the remaining recording time appears. * Press [REC/PAUSE]. * Each time you press Basic use Dictation recording As the dictation recording settings are all factory-set, dictation can be recorded quickly and simply. * To return to the initial menu, press [ FOLDER/ MENU] again. * Remaining recording time also appears when the time becomes very short.
Other recording methods g Listening to the recording in progress g Recording through an external microphone Connect earphones (not included). (Sounds are monaural.) Plug type: ø 3.5 mm (1/8") mini plug * The volume is fixed for recording. * When you attach an external microphone, the built-in microphone automatically goes off. Plug type: ø 3.
[ HOLD ERASE FOLDER ] STOP REC/PAUSE g Preventing unnecessary recording (VAS: Voice Activated System) Recording is automatically paused if there is no sound for more than 3 seconds. 1 Display the menu 2 Press and hold [ FOLDER/ MENU] for 1 second or longer. * Select “ ” Turn [ ] and press [q/ g] to confirm. 3 Select “ 1Turn [ ] and press [q/ g] to confirm. 2Press [STOP]. ” 4 Record ( page 12) * To turn the function “ ” flashes ” off, select “ when in step 3. the VAS function is active.
Playing 1 Select the folder Press [ FOLDER/ MENU]. [ RQT9198 g While a file is being played 16 [ HOLD 2 Select the file Turn [ ]. * Each time you press: ] * Af ter selection, information at the time of recording is displayed. ERASE ][[/]][p/o] FOLDER STOP REC/PAUSE 3 Play Press [q/ g]. * When you press [q/ g] again, playback pauses. Press once more to resume playback. Adjusting the volume Tilt the joystick to [[ / ]]. (Volume range is 0 to 20. Factory setting is 13.
Other playing methods Quick search Turn[ ] while playing. * You can search forward/backward quickly without sound (except the operation beep). * The fast forward and fast backward speed changes according to the dial turning speed. * To return to normal playback, stop turning. Slow search While playing, tilt the joystick to [p / o] and hold it in the position for 1 second or longer. * You can search slowly with sound. * To return to normal playback, release your finger.
Other playing methods [ ] [ HOLD ERASE FOLDER ] STOP REC/PAUSE g Playing files successively Files stored in the same folder are played successively. 1 Display the menu Press and hold [ FOLDER/ MENU] for 1 second or longer. * 2 Select “ALL” 3 ] and Turn [ press [q/ g] to confirm. Select “ 1Turn [ ] and press [q/ g] to confirm. 2Press [STOP]. * The unit plays all files in order from the selected one to the last one. * When the last file finishes, playback stops automatically.
Organizing files deleting menu Press [ERASE]. 2 Turn [ ]. Selecting a file All files in a folder All folders except S All folders 3 Delete Press and hold [ERASE] for 1 second or longer. When a file is deleted. Deleted files cannot be recovered. * Protected files cannot be deleted. Preparation: Play the file to be moved ( page 16). Display Files can be moved both Select the destination folder the moving ways among folders A, B Turn [ ]. menu and C.
Security function [ ] [ HOLD ERASE FOLDER ][p/o] STOP REC/PAUSE MEMO This unit has a security function. Password Folder S and password * Folder S is used to secure files. Once set, a password is necessary for playing files in this folder. * The password is a 4-digit number. You can set the password using any combination of numbers. To play files in folder S, enter the password you set.
1Press [ FOLDER/ MENU]. 2Select “ ”. * 2 Select a file to be played 1Turn [ ]. 2Press [q/ g] to confirm. 3 When the password matches Enter the password 1Enter the 4-digit password. 2Press [q/ g]. The password is temporarily released and the selected file in folder S is played. When the password is wrong The unit beeps twice ( page 11) and the password entry display reappears. When the password matches, the security function using the password is suspended for 10 minutes.
Recording to / from a cassette tape Read the operating instructions for the connected equipment. g Recording to a cassette tape recorder etc. Record Select the file to copy and play Audio cable (not included) MIC (PLUG IN POW ER) Monaural mini plug Stereo mini plug Stereo Stereo MICjack jack MIC Monaural mini plug Monaural mini plug Monaural Monaural MICjack jack MIC Audio cable (not included) g Recording from a cassette tape recorder etc.
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, refer to “Customer Services Directory” ( page 33). • Set the time. ( page 11) • This can occur after repeatedly recording and deleting files. -Unlock all your files, then delete all folders to remedy this ( page 19). • Ensure the plug is inserted firmly. • Wipe the plug clean.
Troubleshooting guide Symptom “FULL” appears. No sound from the speaker. Cannot delete a file or folder. Cannot move a file. Cannot play Cannot set timer recording. RQT9198 Timer recording does not work. 24 Checkpoints • There are 99 files in the folder. • There is no remaining recording time. -Delete unneeded files. ( page 19) • There is no sound when you have connected earphones. • The file is protected ( page 19). • The folder is already empty.
Reference RQT9198 Symptom Checkpoints Files created through timer • VAS may be “On” ( page 15). recording are shorter than periods set with the timer. Cannot use a battery that can be • This unit considers the battery as empty even if there is actually still used on other equipment. power left in it. This is to preserve the clock and other memory items. page 16). Noise is reduced and listening may Recorded sounds contain noise • Reduce noise ( become easier. Recording in the HQ mode is recommended.
Specifications Power requirement: Speaker output: Frequency response: DC 3.0 V (2 AAA size/LR03 batteries) 300 mW (max.) 300 Hz to 5,000 Hz (HQ mode) 300 Hz to 3,400 Hz (FQ mode) 300 Hz to 2,700 Hz (SP mode) 37 dB (HQ mode) Earphone, ø 3.5 mm (1/8"); 0.5 mW (max.) 16 Ω Mic, ø 3.5 mm (1/8"); 0.56 mV plug in power ø 20 mm (25/32") 8 Ω Built-in Microphone S/N Ratio: Output jack: Input jack: Speaker: Dimensions (W x H x D): Max dimensions; 39.3 mm x 105.5 mm x 17.
Maintenance Clean this unit with a dry and soft cloth. • If the unit becomes too dirty, wring a cloth moistened in water, wipe the dirt with it and clean with a dry cloth. • Do not use solvents including benzene, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergent, a chemical wiper, etc. This might cause the exterior case to be deformed or the coating to come off. -If you see this symbol- CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Care and use To reduce risk of radio interference caused by headphone-, earphone- or microphone cables, only use adequate accessories with the cable length less than 3 m (9.8 ft). 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.
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. g 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, reduce volume or discontinue use. Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
Product Service 1. Damage requiring service – The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (b) The unit has been exposed to rain; or (c) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or (d) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged. 2. Servicing – Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel. 3.
When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached. RR-QR270 MODEL NUMBER ______________________ SERIAL NUMBER ______________________ User memo: DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER RQT9198 The serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Limited Warranty Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Portable Audio Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. 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 exclusions may not apply to you. Service in Puerto Rico Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.
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FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
