≥Align the poles (+ and -) properly when fluid contacts and may cause a fire. Concerning the hold function HOLD BATTERY inserting the batteries. If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, con- ≥Do not recharge ordinary dry cell batteries. sult your dealer. This function prevents the unit from operat- During hold state on the main unit ≥Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte ing inadvertently. used for a long time. comes in contact with any part of your body. ≥Do not use the batteries if the covering has ≥If rechargeable batteries are to be used, been peeled off. ≥The function on the main unit and the re- rechargeable batteries manufactured by Mishandling of batteries can cause elec- mote control are independent of each Panasonic are recommended. trolyte leakage which can damage items the other. If a button on the main unit is pressed... Battery condition indicator The indicator is shown whenever the radio When the battery is weak is on or a tape is traveling. The indicator will flash and then: When the cassette holder is closed Note: BATT TAPE Playback will be ready to start from the for- ≥When closing the cassette holder, be sure BATT ward side. to push the cassette holder firmly against the unit, and turn [OPEN, LOCK] until it ≥When you start a tape or radio reception, Auto reverse locks. the indicator scrolls 2 times before it lights. Unless [2, OFF∫] is pressed, the unit plays ≥Do not open the cassette holder during ≥When you press [BATT CHECK r5] in the 3 sides of the tape and then automatically tape operation. stop mode, the indicator scrolls 2 times ≥Leaving the unit in this condition erases stops. and lights for about 5 seconds. the contents of the memory. ≥The indicator may show a lower amount of ≥Replacing the batteries within 30 seconds charge during some operations. will retain any stored information. ≥Avoid using or placing this unit near Caution when using the included head- CAUTION sources of heat. Do not leave it in an auto- phones (RQ-SW99V only) RADIO mobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long ≥Do not wear the headphones with the To obtain better reception period of time with doors and windows VMSS unit to the front. FM: FM RECEPTION AM: closed. ≥Do not allow children or people who are Extend the unwell or not in full control of their faculties NORMAL CITY ≥To avoid product damage, do not expose headphone cord. this product to rain, water or other liquids. to wear these headphones. ≥If you feel nauseous while using the head- phones, discontinue use immediately. Listening caution ∫ When a station is tuned in Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher vol- How to receive an FM broadcast clearly umes of sound. So what sounds “normal” Set [FM RECEPTION] to [NORMAL]. FM TUNING EST. 1924 can actually be loud and harmful to your When the FM reception is impaired, or there hearing. is interference from a powerful station, set it Do not play your headphones or earphones Guard against this by setting your equip- to [CITY]. at a high volume. Hearing experts advise ment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing against continuous extended play. adapts. Preset tuning If you experience a ringing in your ears, re- To establish a safe level: duce volume or discontinue use. ≥Start your volume control at a low setting. Frequencies of up to 20 radio stations (10 To select a memory channel from 6 to 10 Do not use while operating a motorized ve- ≥Slowly increase the sound until you can each for AM and FM) can be stored in the 1. Press [BATT CHECK r5]. hicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is il- hear it comfortably and clearly, and without memory. legal in many areas. distortion. 5 You should use extreme caution or tem- Once you have established a comfortable ∫ Memory presetting porarily discontinue use in potentially haz- sound level: 2. Within 10 seconds press and hold one of ardous situations. ≥Set the dial and leave it there. ∫ (Available only from the main unit) the memory buttons for about 2 seconds. Even if your headphones or earphones are 1. Tune in the station to be stored. For example (Memory channel 7): the open-air type designed to let you hear 2. Set [MAIN, SUB, HOLD] to [SUB]. [BATT CHECK r5] # [2] outside sounds, don’t turn up the volume so 3. Press and hold one of the memory high that you can’t hear what’s around you. buttons ([1], [2], [3], [4], [5]) for about 2 seconds. ∫ To recall a preset station (From the main unit) 1. Set [MAIN, SUB, HOLD] to [SUB]. MAINTENANCE If the surfaces are dirty 2. Press a memory button. Memory 2. To select a memory channel from 6 to To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry ≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine buttons 10, press [BATT CHECK r5] and within cloth. to clean this unit. 10 seconds press a memory button. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft ≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read 2. ≥Release the memory button within 2 cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution or the instructions that came with the cloth seconds. a weak detergent solution. carefully. 3. 3 beeps can be heard. (From the remote control) During reception, press [r] or [s]. Memory M For a cleaner crisper sound channel Note: Clean the heads regularly to assure good Use a cleaning tape(not included). Pressing [BATT CHECK r5] while "r5" is quality playback. displayed clears it. When using overseas Product Service Allocations need to be changed according to ∫ How to adjust the allocation Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair the unit yourself. Refer User memo: the area. settings servicing to qualified personnel only. DATE OF PURCHASE Every time the following procedure is per- ∫ (Available only from the main unit) DEALER NAME While playing the radio ∫ Product information formed, the allocation setting changes as DEALER ADDRESS 1. Set [MAIN, SUB, HOLD] to [MAIN]. For product service, product information or assistance with product oper- follows: 2. While pressing [BATT CHECK r5], ation, refer to the servicenter directory. FM 0.2 MHz, AM 10 kHz(------] TELEPHONE NUMBER (original setting) | press and hold [5, RADIO ON/BAND] for ; | about 3 seconds. FM 0.1 MHz, AM 10 kHz | ≥The changed allocation settings (FM and ; | then AM) are displayed. FM 0.05 MHz, AM 9 kHz----------} Note: Technical Specifications Converting the allocation erases the stations previously stored in memory. Radio frequency range: FM; 87.9–107.9 MHz Play time: (0.2 MHz steps) BASS [When used in hold mode, at 25oC (77oF) VMSS (RQ-SW99V only) or S-XBS does not 87.5–108.0 MHz ≥The effect may be reduced with some on a flat, stable surface] function for AM reception. sources. (0.1 MHz/0.05 MHz steps) Panasonic alkaline dry If you press [BATT CHECK AM; 520–1710 kHz (10 kHz steps) r5, VMSS/ ≥The best effect is obtained by allowing the cell battery; Tape; About 28 hours S-XBS] (RQ-SW99V) or [BATT CHECK 522–1629 kHz (9 kHz steps) r5, VMSS unit to directly contact the neck. Radio; About 32 hours S-XBS] (RQ-SW88V) during AM reception, Depending on how the unit is worn, the ef- Frequency range: 40–18000 Hz (Normal) “E.” is shown on the display. fect can be reduced. Tape speed: 4.8 cm/s (17⁄8 ips) Jack: Output; HEADPHONES ≥The play time may be less depending ≥If you experience a ringing or discomfort in VMSS (RQ-SW99V only) on the operating conditions. your ear while listening in VMSS mode, re- Power requirement: Battery; DC 1.5 V (R6/LR6, AA, UM-3 battery) Boosts the low frequency range. duce volume or turn the VMSS mode OFF. Dimensions (WtHtD): 81.1a111.3a28.5 mm (33⁄16qa43⁄8qa11⁄8q) The VMSS unit of the included VMSS Mass (without battery): 180 g (6.3 oz.) headphones vibrate, making the S-XBS unit sound seem more vigorous. Boosts the low frequency range. Raising the volume intensi- ≥If distortion occurs, turn down the volume. Note: fies the effect. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Sales Company, Division Company, Division of Matsushita of Matsushita Electric Corporation If you ship the product Electric Corporation of America Panasonic Audio Products of Puerto Rico, Inc. One Panasonic Way, Ave. 65 de InfanterÍa, Km. 9.5 Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Limited Warranty San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 carton. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (when applicable) or a dealer installed cartridge or stylus. The warranty does not Attach a postage-affixed letter, detailing the complaint, to the outside of the carton. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will repair this product with new or re- cover damages which occur in shipment or failures which are caused by products furbished parts in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship, free of not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accident, misuse, charge, in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico as follows ( all time periods start from the abuse, neglect, mishandling, faulty installation, misapplication, set-up adjust- Do NOT send the product to the Executive or Regional Sales offices. They are NOT date of original purchase ) : ments, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper operation or maintenance, equipped to make repairs. COMPACT DISC PLAYERS, RADIOS, VIDEO CD PLAYERS, RADIO CAS- improper antenna, inadequate signal reception or pick-up, alteration, modifica- SETTE PLAYERS/RECORDERS (with and without CD Players), CASSETTE tion, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning damage, commercial RECORDERS, MICROCASSETTE RECORDERS/TRANSCRIBERS AND IC use, such as; hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the prod- RECORDERS—labor and parts for one (1) year. uct, or service by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC au- thorized Servicenter, or damage that is attributable to acts of God. ACCESSORIES—HEADPHONES, CARTRIDGES, MICROPHONES, ADAPTERS— labor and parts for ninety (90) days. LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS Customer’s Record BATTERIES—(when applicable)—New rechargeable batteries in exchange for There are no express warranties except as listed above. defective rechargeable batteries for ten (10) days. Non-rechargeable batteries Model Dealer’s THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE- No. Name are not warranted. QUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACKS—(when applicable)—New rechargeable ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING WITH- Serial battery packs in exchange for defective rechargeable battery packs for ninety OUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS. ALL EX- No. (90) days. Non-rechargeable battery packs are not warranted. PRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF or MERCHANTABILITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE Carry-in or mail-in service in the U.S.A. can be obtained during the warranty LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. period by contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Code Dealer’s Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory. Or call toll free, 1-800-211-7262 to No. Address damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above ex- locate a PASC authorized Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-in service in Puerto Rico clusions or limitations may not apply to you. Date can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales of Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other Purchase rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required before warranty service is If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you rendered. may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your sat- isfaction, then write to the Panasonic Consumer Call Center at the company ad- This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workman- dress above or call toll free 1-800-211-7262. ship which occur during normal use and does not cover normal wear to the stylus RQTT0383-P