Panasonic RQ-L31, RQ-L11 - Mini Cassette Recorder Manual

Power Source

Insert two R6/LR6, AA, UM-3 (not included) batteries.

Battery condition indicators

The [BATT LEVEL] indicators light during operation. As the charge reduces the lamps go out.

When the batteries are weak
The indicator under "E" becomes dim or turns off.

AC power operation

Connect only Panasonic AC adaptor RP-AC31 (not included).

Cautions

• Align the poles ( and ) properly when inserting the batteries.
• Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.
• Do not recharge ordinary dry cell batteries.
• Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be used for a long time.
• Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if the covering 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 contact with any part of your body.

• If rechargeable batteries are to be used, rechargeable batteries manufactured by Panasonic are recommended.
• Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high volume.
• To avoid product damage, do not expose this product to rain, water or other liquids.
• Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
• Mobile phones can cause noise if used too close to the unit. Separate if this occurs.
• This speaker does not have magnetic shielding. Do not place it near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.

Erasure prevention

Use a screwdriver or similar object to break out the tab.

To re-record on a protected cassette
Cover the hole with adhesive tape.

Maintenance

If the surfaces are dirty
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

• Never use 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. Use a cleaning tape (not included).

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

To make recording

Only normal position tapes can be used. The sound may not be recorded properly if high position tapes and metal position tapes are used with this unit.
Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material may infringe copyright laws.

1. Open the cover and insert the cassette.
   1. Recording side
      
2. Set the [PAUSE] selector to OFF position.
3. (RQ-L31 only)
   Select [MIC LEVEL].
   Select [HIGH] if you want to record relatively soft sounds.
4. (RQ-L31 only)
   Select [REC MODE].
   1 : To record sound at a normal speed.
   3 : To record sound at three times longer than the normal speed for long meetings, etc.
5. (RQ-L31 only)
   Set the [VAS] selector to [OFF].
6. Press [ ].

[PLAY] is also depressed with [ ].
Use a tape with tabs in place.
The recording level is automatically adjusted.

To stop recording

Press [STOP].

To temporarily stop recording

Set the [PAUSE] selector to ON position.
To resume recording, set it to OFF position.

To record with VAS (Voice Activated System) function

RQ-L31 only

The sound is recorded automatically, so there is no tape waste.
To use VAS function, set the [VAS] selector to [1] or [2] in step 5.

1. If you wish to record lower levels of sound than usual.
2. If you wish to record only louder sounds.

Note:
After using the VAS function, set the [VAS] selector to [OFF].

To record through an external microphone

RQ-L31 only

Plug the external microphone (not included) into the [MIC (PLUG IN POWER)] jack.

• You can use a condenser microphone without a built-in power supply.

Follow up recording

Recording can be started during playback by simply pressing [ ].

Monitoring

The sound can be heard with an optional monaural earphone plugged into the [EARPHONE] jack.

Note:

• You can not adjust the volume during recording.

To playback the tape

Only normal position tapes can be used.

1. Insert the tape.
   1. Playback side
      
2. Set the [PAUSE] selector to OFF position.
3. (RQ-L31 only)
   Select [REC MODE].
   Select the same mode you used for recording.
4. Press [PLAY].
5. Adjust the volume.

To stop playback

Press [STOP].

To fast forward and rewind

Press [FF/CUE] or [REW/REV].
The tape will rapidly move in the direction of the arrow.

• When the tape reaches the end after fast forward or rewind, press [STOP] to release the button.

Cue and review

Sound can be monitored at a high speed for as long as [FF/CUE] (cue) or [REW/REV] (review) is held down during playback.
When the button is released, normal playback will start.

Auto Stop

During playback or recording, when the tape reaches its end, the automatic stop system will release the playback and record buttons and automatically turn off the unit.

Tape counter and reset button

RQ-L31 only
The digits return 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".
• Do not open the cassette compartment cover during tape operation.

Remove the head spacer before operation.

Specifications

Track system:		2 track, monaural
Recording system:		DC bias, magnet erase
Monitor system:		Fix
Frequency range
Playback:		180–7000 Hz
Rec/Playback:		250–6300 Hz
Power output
RQ-L31:		450 mW (RMS...max.)
RQ-L11:		420 mW (RMS...max.)
Tape speed
RQ-L31:		4.8 cm/s / 1.6 cm/s
RQ-L11:		4.8 cm/s
Jacks:
Output:		EARPHONE (8 )
Input (RQ-L31 Only):		MIC, 0.25 mV (150–600 )
Speaker:		3.6 cm 4
Power requirement:
Battery:		DC 3 V (two R6/LR6, AA, UM-3 batteries)
AC:		3 V with optional AC adaptor RP-AC31
Dimensions (WtHtD):		86.0k112.1k37.2 mm
Mass (without batteries):
RQ-L31:		163 g
RQ-L11:		157 g

(When used in hold mode, at 25°C, on a flat, stable surface)
Alkaline dry cell batteries;
Recording; About 25 hours
Playback; About 17 hours (RQ-L31)
About 18 hours (RQ-L11)
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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