Panasonic RX ES23 User Manual

Operating Instructions  
Portable Stereo CD System  
Model No. RX-ES29  
RX-ES23  
Table of Contents  
Supplied Accessories...........................................2  
Precautions ..........................................................2  
Caution for AC Mains Lead ..................................3  
Maintenance.........................................................3  
CD Selection ........................................................3  
Location of Controls .............................................4  
Use of Batteries....................................................6  
Power Sources .....................................................6  
Memory Batteries.................................................6  
The Radio.............................................................7  
CDs and MP3.......................................................8  
Cassette Tape Play.............................................10  
Cassette Tape Recording...................................10  
Setting the Clock ................................................12  
The Play and Record Timer ...............................12  
The Sleep Timer.................................................13  
Sound Quality.....................................................14  
3-D Sound with the Sound Virtualizer ................14  
Troubleshooting..................................................15  
Technical Specifications .....................................15  
Note:  
“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.  
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please  
read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for  
future reference.  
[_E_] [EB] [GN]  
RQT7912-1B  
Caution for AC Mains Lead  
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.  
Figure A  
Figure B  
(For United Kingdom)  
(“EB” area code model only)  
Fuse cover  
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.  
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug  
for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in  
this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure  
that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is  
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark  
Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.  
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.  
Figure A  
Figure B  
Fuse  
(5 ampere)  
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure  
that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse  
cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is  
obtained.  
Fuse  
(5 ampere)  
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local  
dealer.  
Maintenance  
If the surfaces are dirty  
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.  
CAUTION!  
Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.  
Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions  
that comes with the cloth carefully.  
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR  
THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE  
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT  
OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A  
DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE  
CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE  
SOCKET.  
For a cleaner crisper sound  
Clean the heads after every 10 hours of use to assure good  
quality playback and recording.  
Use a cleaning tape (not included).  
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as  
stated below.  
Cassette tape care  
Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get  
caught in the mechanism.  
Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should  
be taken up before the tape is played.  
Endless tapes can get caught up in the deck’s moving parts if  
used incorrectly.  
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with  
the following code:  
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.  
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured  
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as  
follows:  
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the  
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or  
Blue.  
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the  
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or  
Red.  
CD Selection  
Choose CDs with this mark: (A).  
This unit can play CD-DA (digital audio)  
A
format audio CD-R and CD-RW that have  
been finalized (a process that enables  
CD-R/CD-RW players to play audio CD-R and CD-RW)  
upon completion of recording. It may not be able to play  
some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording.  
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE  
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER  
E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR  
GREEN/YELLOW.  
Do not  
use CDs in irregular shape.  
use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with  
adhesive exuding from under labels and stickers.  
attach scratch-proof covers or any other kind of accessory.  
write anything on the CD.  
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF KEEP DRY.  
Before use  
Remove the connector cover.  
clean CDs with liquids. (Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.)  
use CDs printed with label printers available on the market.  
How to replace the fuse  
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains  
plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and  
follow the instructions below.  
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.  
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7 CD recording mode button (CD REC MODE)....... (l 11)  
8 Play timer/record timer button ( PLAY/REC) .... (l 13)  
9 Clock/timer button (CLOCK/TIMER) ............... (l 12, 13)  
Location of Controls  
Main Unit  
: CD program/clear, tuner preset button  
1 Deck  
( MEMORY CLEAR) ........................................... (l 7, 9)  
2 Deck eject button (< DECK) .................................(l 10)  
• Press [< DECK] to open the deck.  
; Speaker  
Note:  
(The unit comes on.)  
• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding.  
Do not place them near televisions, personal computers  
or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.  
Then, load a cassette and close the deck by hand.  
3 Record/record pause button (¥/;) ................(l 10, 11)  
< Standby/on switch (  
)
4 Cassette play button (1TAPE)..............................(l 10)  
• Press [1TAPE] to start play.  
5 Band button (TUNER BAND) ...................................(l 7)  
• Press [TUNER BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.  
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice  
versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small  
amount of power.  
= Sound equalizer button (SOUND EQ)................... (l 14)  
6 CD play/pause button (CD 1/;).........................(l 8, 9)  
• Press [CD 1/;] to start play.  
> Tuning/CD search, Rewind/fast-forward buttons  
(REW/–/6, 5/+/FF)................................... (l 7, 8, 10)  
Plays to the end of the CD and stops.  
• Press [CD 1/;] to pause halfway during play.  
Press again to resume play.  
Remote Control  
When the unit is supplied with AC Power, the button such as 4  
function in the same way as the controls on the main unit. To  
save power, the unit cannot be turned on from the remote  
control when batteries are used.  
1 Transmission window  
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range  
of 7 meters directly in front of the unit.  
2 Sleep timer button (SLEEP)...................................(l 13)  
3 Numeric buttons...............................................(l 7, 8, 9)  
4 CD/MP3 play mode/FM mode button  
(PLAY MODE)..............................................(l 7, 8, 9, 11)  
5 Auto scan button (AUTO SCAN)..............................(l 7)  
6 Display select button (DISPLAY).....................(l 10, 12)  
• Press [DISPLAY] to display the clock on the Display  
panel B.  
7 Preset channel select/album skip buttons  
(C /: ALBUM, ALBUM9/D ).......................(l 7, 8)  
8 Tuning/CD skip, search/MP3 track skip/clock, timer  
adjust buttons (–/:, 9/+)...................(l 7, 8, 9, 12)  
9 MP3 intro play button (INTRO) ................................(l 9)  
: Tape counter reset button (C.RESET) ..................(l 10)  
• Press [C.RESET] to reset the tape counter.  
The counter resets to “000”.  
2
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8
9
:
4
5
6
; Rewind/fast-forward buttons  
(6/REW, 5/FF )................................................(l 10)  
< Sound virtualizer button (S.VIRTUALIZER)..........(l 14)  
3
4
8
6
5
R6, AA, UM-3  
(not included)  
2
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A
7
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9
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? CD/Tape mode select/stop button  
B Display panel  
(TAPE/CD) .............................................(l 8, 9, 10, 11)  
• Press [TAPE/CD] to stop play.  
C CD tray open/close button (< CD) ................... (l 8, 11)  
• Press [< CD] to open the tray.  
@ Time adjust, Preset channel select/CD track select dial  
(The unit comes on.)  
Load a CD and press [< CD] to close the tray.  
(TIME/PRESET TUNE  
TRACK SKIP  
).......(  
l
7, 8, 9, 11, 12)  
D Standby indicator (Í) (RX-ES29)  
A Volume control buttons (+, – VOLUME)........(l 7, 8, 10)  
• Press [+, – VOLUME] to adjust to the desired volume  
for CD, Tuner or Cassette.  
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this  
indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the  
unit is turned on.  
Standby/on indicator (Í/I) (RX-ES23)  
The indicator lights green when the unit is turned on.  
When the AC power supply is used, it functions as an AC  
connection indicator. (The indicator colour changes to red  
when the unit is turned off.)  
e.g. CD  
E CD tray  
F Remote control signal sensor (SENSOR)  
7 m  
Use  
30°  
30°  
Keep the transmission window and the  
unit’s sensor free from dust.  
Operation can be affected by strong light  
sources, such as direct sunlight, and the  
glass doors of cabinets.  
Batteries  
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote  
control.  
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a  
long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.  
Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control  
even when held close to the front panel.  
PHONES  
Do not  
To Use Headphones (not included)  
put heavy objects on the remote control.  
Reduce volume before connection.  
take the remote control apart.  
Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo  
spill liquids onto the remote control.  
Note:  
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent  
hearing damage.  
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Use of Batteries  
Memory Batteries  
If this unit is not used for a long period of time or is used  
only from an AC power source, remove all the batteries  
to prevent potential damage due to possible battery  
leakage.  
Memory batteries retain memory (clock/timer/CD/radio  
settings) during power supply interruption.  
These batteries do not power the unit.  
* Memory batteries are not included.  
Align the poles (+ and –) correctly when inserting the  
batteries.  
Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of  
batteries.  
To replace the batteries (3)  
The memory batteries last for about 1 year.  
Connect the unit to AC power before replacing the batteries.  
Extend the memory battery life by always pressing [  
turn the unit off before disconnecting the unit from the AC  
power source or replacing the power batteries.  
] to  
Do not recharge ordinary dry cell batteries.  
Do not heat or disassemble the batteries. Keep them away  
from flame or water.  
Do not keep together with metallic objects such as  
necklaces.  
To remove the batteries (4)  
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.  
Do not use batteries if the covering has peeled off.  
Lift the negative end of the number 4 battery to remove  
batteries.  
Mishandling of batteries can damage other items, cause  
damage to the unit, and may cause a fire through  
short-circuiting or electrolyte leakage.  
(1)  
If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.  
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with  
any part of your body.  
2
AC IN  
1
Power Sources  
FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY.  
READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON  
PAGE 3 BEFORE CONNECTION.  
(3)  
(R6/LR6, AA, UM-3)  
2
1
To operate the unit on AC power (1)  
3
4
Connect the AC mains lead.  
1: Household AC outlet  
2: AC mains lead (included)  
To use batteries (not included) (2)  
Disconnect the AC mains lead from unit to operate on battery  
(2)  
(R20/LR20, D, UM-1)  
power.  
4
3
1
2
The remote control cannot turn the unit on when batteries are  
used.  
6
5
7
8
To remove the batteries [A]  
Open the battery cover, insert a finger into the hole in the  
bottom of the unit and push the batteries out.  
Battery life  
[A]  
” flashes on the display when the batteries are  
running down.  
Then, the unit turns itself off and displays “U01”.  
Replace all the batteries with new ones.  
(4)  
2
1
4
3
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REW  
Preset tuning  
The Radio  
Up to 16 stations can be set in the FM and AM band.  
Preparation:  
When using batteries, press [  
Press [TUNER BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.  
[1] Press [REW/–/6] or [5/+/ FF] to tune to the  
].  
required station.  
[2] Press [ MEMORY CLEAR].  
Manual tuning  
[3] While “  
” is flashing  
Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE TRACK SKIP ] to select  
the channel and press [ MEMORY CLEAR] or on  
remote control, press the numeric buttons to select  
channels.  
For channels 1 to 9, press the corresponding number.  
For channels 10 to 16, press [S10], then the two digits.  
[1] Press [REW/–/  
6] or [5  
/+/FF] to select a station.  
To tune automatically  
Press and hold [REW/–/6] or [5/+/FF] until the  
frequency starts changing rapidly.  
Auto tuning may be interrupted when there is excessive  
interference.  
To cancel auto tuning, press [REW/–/6] or  
[5/+/FF] once again.  
If “  
” goes off during presetting, return to step [1].  
[2] Press [+, – VOLUME] to adjust volume.  
To select channels  
To use auto scan  
You can search for a station by listening to all tuned-in stations  
for 8 seconds each.  
Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE TRACK SKIP ] to  
select the channel or on remote control, press the  
numeric buttons to select channels.  
[1] Press [AUTO SCAN].  
To use preset scan  
[2] Press [AUTO SCAN] when you find the desired  
station.  
Auto scan ends when it reaches the original frequency again.  
You can search for a station by listening to all preset channels  
for 8 seconds each.  
To stop during the process, press [AUTO SCAN].  
[1] Press and hold [C /: ALBUM] or [ALBUM 9/  
To improve FM sound quality  
D ] until “PS” appears on the display.  
Press [PLAY MODE] to display “  
”.  
[2] Press [C /: ALBUM] or [ALBUM 9/D ] when  
you find the desired channel.  
Preset scan ends after searching through each preset channel  
once. To stop during the process, press [C /: ALBUM] or  
[ALBUM 9/D ].  
Monaural sound is selected and noise reduces when reception  
is weak.  
Press [PLAY MODE] again to cancel the mode.  
To improve reception  
FM : Change the length and direction of the antenna.  
AM : Change the direction of the unit.  
To skip the preset channel,  
1 Select the desired station.  
2 Press [ MEMORY CLEAR].  
FM  
AM  
3 While “  
” is flashing  
Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE TRACK SKIP ] to display  
“– –”.  
4 Press [ MEMORY CLEAR].  
To select the skipped channel,  
Press the numeric buttons.  
AM reception is briefly interrupted if [< DECK] is pressed.  
To improve reception when using the unit in a building or  
vehicle, place it near a window.  
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TAPE CD  
CD  
REW  
Advanced CD and MP3 Functions  
CDs and MP3  
To play a disc [CD-DA] [MP3]  
Preparation:  
Press [TAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode.  
Remote control only  
[1] Press [< CD] to open the  
Direct access play [CD-DA] [MP3]  
tray.  
Starts play from a selected track.  
(The unit comes on.)  
Label must face upward  
(l right).  
Load a CD and press [< CD]  
to close the tray.  
Press the numeric buttons to select and play your desired  
track.  
For 2-digits number: press [S10] once, then the 2 digits.  
For 3-digits number: press [S10] twice, then the 3 digits.  
A
B
[2] Press [CD 1/;] to start play.  
Plays to the end of the CD and stops.  
When playing MP3, “MP3” is  
displayed.  
A: Track number  
B: Elapsed play time  
Repeat play and Random play [CD-DA]  
Repeat : plays a track or all tracks repeatedly.  
Random : plays each track once in the random order.  
e.g. MP3  
Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.  
n ,  
: (1 track- repeat)  
(No display)  
: (All-track repeat)  
]
#
[3] Press [+, – VOLUME] to adjust volume.  
]
===  
, n  
(===  
One touch play (when using AC power)  
When a CD is loaded, press [CD 1/;].  
Press [CD 1/;] to start play if in the stop mode.  
Random can only be selected in the stop mode.  
The play mode is also cancelled if the CD tray is opened.  
To  
Operations  
stop play  
pause play  
skip tracks*  
Press [TAPE/CD].  
To  
Operations  
Press [CD 1/;] during play.  
Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE  
TRACK SKIP ] clockwise  
(forward) or counter-clockwise  
(backward). On remote control,  
press [–/:] or [9/+].  
Press and hold [REW/–/6] or  
[5/+/FF] during play.  
repeat the desired  
track  
Press [PLAY MODE] to select  
”.  
repeat programmed  
tracks  
1 Start program play. (l 9)  
2 Press [PLAY MODE] to select  
”.  
Press [PLAY MODE] until  
” and “ ” are cleared.  
Press [PLAY MODE] to clear  
”.  
search through tracks  
[CD-DA]  
cancel repeat play  
cancel random play  
On remote control, press and hold  
[–/:] or [9/+] during play.  
skip album [MP3] *  
Press [REW/–/  
On remote control, press  
ALBUM] or [ALBUM  
6
]
or  
[5/+/FF].  
[C  
/:  
If cancelled during play, play  
continues to the end of the CD.  
9
/
D
].  
* For skip tracks and skip album,  
Press [CD 1/;] to start play if in the stop mode.  
Notes: (For Random Play)  
Random play cannot be used together with program play.  
Search can be done within the current playing tracks.  
During play you cannot select tracks with the numeric buttons  
and skip to tracks which have already been played.  
Note:  
Keep this unit away from radios and televisions if interference  
occurs.  
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Repeat play and Album play [MP3]  
Program play [CD-DA] [MP3]  
You can program up to 24 tracks.  
You can play (  
) or repeat play (  
) tracks  
only in the selected album.  
On the main unit  
Preparation:  
Press [TAPE/CD] to switch to CD stop mode.  
Press [PLAY MODE] before or during playback to  
select the desired mode.  
[1] Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE TRACK SKIP ] to  
,
select the track.  
]
#
#
#
[2] Press [ MEMORY CLEAR].  
C: Programmed track  
C
D
OFF (no indication)  
(====n  
D: Play sequence  
(  
): play all tracks in the selected album one time.  
: play all tracks in the selected album repeatedly.  
[3] Repeat step [1] and [2] to  
(  
)
program other tracks.  
You can select another album with album skip.  
You cannot use random play with MP3.  
[4] Press [CD 1/;] to start play.  
e.g. MP3  
On the remote control  
MP3 Intro play  
Intro functions allow you to start playing the 1st track of all  
album for 10 seconds each in the stop mode.  
Preparation:  
Press [STOP ] to switch to CD stop mode.  
[1] Press [PROGRAM/ CLEAR].  
appears on the display.  
Press [INTRO] to start intro play.  
Intro function is cancelled after playing the 1st track of last  
album in the disc. To stop during the process, press [INTRO]  
or [TAPE/CD].  
[2] Press the numeric button(s) to select the desired  
track.  
For 2-digits number: press [S10] once, then the 2 digits.  
For 3-digits number: press [S10] twice, then the 3 digits.  
Repeat this step to program other tracks.  
This unit can play MP3, a method of compressing audio  
without affecting audio quality.  
[3] Press [CD 1/;] to start play.  
ª When creating MP3 files to play on this unit  
Disc format: ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 (except for  
extended formats)  
The program remains intact even if play is stopped or the unit is  
turned off. “Cd-P” for [CD-DA] or “P” for [MP3] appears when play  
is stopped to indicate the contents are in the memory.  
Title names and album names are not displayable on  
this unit.  
To  
Operations  
ª Limitation on MP3  
cancel*  
Press and hold [ MEMORY  
CLEAR] in the CD stop mode  
until “CLEAR” is displayed.  
On remote control, press and  
hold [PROGRAM/ CLEAR].  
This unit is compatible with multi-session but if there  
are a lot of sessions it takes more time for play to  
start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to  
avoid this.  
This unit cannot play files recorded using packet  
write.  
If a CD-ROM format CD contains MP3 and files other  
than MP3, only the MP3 files will be playable.  
Depending on how you create MP3 files, they may  
not play in the order you numbered them or may not  
play at all.  
check the program  
contents (while  
“Cd-P” for [CD-DA] or  
“P” for [MP3] is  
Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE  
TRACK SKIP ].  
On remote control, press  
[–/:] or [9/+].  
displayed)  
* The mode is also cancelled if the CD tray is opened.  
Notes:  
“FULL” is displayed  
If 24 tracks have already been programmed.  
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed  
from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.  
“– –:– –” is displayed [CD-DA]  
You can still program and play tracks if the total elapsed play  
time of the program exceeds 200 minutes.  
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TAPE CD  
REW  
Volume and sound quality in recording  
Recording level is set automatically.  
Recordings are unaffected by changes to sound quality.  
Cassette Tape Play  
[1] Press [< DECK] to open the deck.  
To display the tape counter while recording  
(The unit comes on.)  
Load a cassette and close the  
deck by hand.  
A: Side to be played back facing  
up.  
B: Insert the cassette with the  
exposed tape facing you.  
A
B
Press [DISPLAY].  
Each time you press the button in the CD or radio mode:  
n ,  
Present state  
Present time  
Tape counter  
]
#
#
]
===============n  
To reset the tape counter  
Press [C.RESET].  
[2] Press [1TAPE] to start play.  
[3] Press [+, – VOLUME] to adjust volume.  
The counter resets to “000”.  
To  
Operations  
Erasure prevention  
The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent  
recording. To record on the tape again, cover as shown.  
stop play  
Press [TAPE/CD].  
start one touch play*  
Press [1TAPE] when a cassette is  
loaded.  
fast-forward  
rewind  
Press [5/+/FF]. On remote  
control, press [5/FF].  
A Side A  
B Tab for side “B”  
C Tab for side “A”  
D Adhesive tape  
A
Press [REW/–/6].  
On remote control, press  
[6/REW].  
A
B
C
* when using AC power.  
D
To erase recordings  
1 Press [< DECK] to open the deck and insert the cassette  
with the side to be erased facing up.  
Cassette Tape Recording  
Before Recording  
2 Press [TAPE/CD] to switch to TAPE mode.  
3 Press [¥/;].  
Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording pre-recorded  
tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material may  
infringe copyright laws.  
Recording CDs  
Notes:  
Normal recording  
Use household AC power or new batteries when recording to  
avoid poor recordings caused by the batteries running down.  
Televisions can cause interference to recordings made on  
this unit if they are too close to each other.  
Preparation:  
Wind on the leader tape.  
[1] Press [< DECK] to open the deck.  
[2] Press [TAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode.  
Selection of tapes  
Use normal position tapes.  
High position and metal position tapes can be played, but the  
unit will not be able to record or erase correctly.  
[3] Press [¥/;] to start recording.  
CD play and recording start at the same time.  
The cassette stops when the CD finishes.  
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1-REC [CD-DA] [MP3]  
Records a selected track from the CD and stops.  
To  
Operations  
stop recording  
pause recording  
Press [TAPE/CD].  
Press [¥/;].  
Preparation:  
Wind on the tape to where you want to start recording.  
continue recording  
from another CD on  
the same cassette  
1 Press [< CD] and replace  
the CD.  
[1] Press [TAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode.  
[2] Press [CD REC MODE] to display “1-REC”.  
2 Press [¥/;].  
Press again to resume  
recording.  
[3] Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE TRACK SKIP ] to  
select the track you want to record.  
[4] Press [¥/;] to start recording.  
record selected tracks  
skip unwanted tracks  
1 Do step [1] and [2], then  
program the tracks. (l 9)  
CD play and recording start at the same time.  
2 Press [¥/;].  
To  
Operations  
1 Press [¥/;] to pause  
recording. (The CD also  
pauses.)  
stop recording  
Press [TAPE/CD].  
(The CD also stops.)  
continue recording  
from another CD  
1 Press [< CD] and replace the  
CD.  
2 Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE  
TRACK SKIP ] so the  
next track you want to record is  
displayed.  
2 Do steps [3] and [4].  
record a track in play  
1 Press [CD REC MODE] to  
display “1-REC”.  
3 Press [¥/;] to resume  
2 Press [¥/;].  
recording.  
Recording starts from the  
beginning of the track and stops  
when the track finishes.  
ALL-REC [CD-DA]  
Records the whole CD or selected tracks. When the tape  
finishes before CD, recording and CD pauses for you to resume  
recording on the opposite side.  
Note:  
Recording and CD will stop when the tape reaches its end,  
even if the track has not finished.  
[1] Press [TAPE/CD] to switch to CD mode.  
[2] Press [CD REC MODE] to display “ALL-REC”.  
Each time you press the button:  
n ,  
Recording the Radio  
Preparation:  
To record from the beginning of the tape;  
Wind on the leader tape.  
To record from part or half way through the tape;  
Wind on the tape to where you want to start recording.  
ALL-REC  
1-REC  
OFF  
]
#
#
]
==========n  
The display shows the tape length needed.  
“C – – – –” indicates the tape needed exceeds 100 minutes.  
You can still record, but some tracks may not be recorded if  
the tape is not long enough.  
[1] Load a cassette with the side for recording  
facing up.  
[3] Press [< DECK] to open the deck and load a  
cassette with the side for recording facing up.  
[2] Tune to the station.  
[4] Press [¥/;] to start recording.  
The unit rewinds the tape, records 10 seconds of silence,  
and then starts recording.  
[3] Press [¥/;] to start recording.  
To  
Operations  
stop recording  
pause recording  
Press [TAPE/CD].  
To stop recording, press [TAPE/CD]. The CD also stops.  
Press [¥/;].  
Press again to resume recording.  
If a track is interrupted at the end of the side facing up,  
Recording and CD pauses.  
To reduce noise when recording AM (Beat Proof function)  
To  
Operations  
Remote control only  
record the track again  
on the opposite side  
1 Press [< DECK], flip the  
cassette, and insert it.  
1 Press [PLAY MODE] while recording.  
Each time you press the button:  
bP1 ,-. bP2  
2 Press [¥/;]*.  
* The unit records 10 seconds of silence, and resumes  
recording from the beginning of the cut-off track.  
Choose the setting with the least noise.  
Note:  
Random play and repeat play cannot be used with  
ALL-REC”.  
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TAPE CD  
Setting the Clock  
The Play and Record Timer  
You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you  
up (play timer) or to record a radio station (record timer).  
This is a 24-hour clock.  
[1] Press [  
] to turn the unit on.  
Preparations:  
Turn the unit on and set the clock.  
[2] Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.  
Each time you press the button:  
For play timer, prepare the music source (tape/CD/radio) for  
listening, and set the volume.  
For record timer, check the cassette’s erasure prevention tab  
(l 10) and load the cassette with the side for recording facing  
up. Tune to the radio station (l 7), and set the volume.  
n ,  
Original display  
ON  
PLAY  
#
OFF  
PLAY  
REC  
CLOCK  
#
]
]
OFF  
REC  
ON  
#
(n  
#
[3] Within 10 seconds  
Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE TRACK SKIP ] to  
set the time or on remote control, press [–/:]  
or [9/+].  
To set the start and finish times  
[1] Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select the desired timer  
function.  
[4] Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to start the clock.  
ON  
ON  
PLAY: to set the play timer  
REC : to set the record timer  
The original display is restored shortly after.  
Proceed to step [2] before these indicators stop flashing  
(about 10 seconds).  
Note:  
The clock may lose or gain some time over a period.  
Readjust if necessary.  
[2] Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE TRACK SKIP ] to  
set the start time and then press [CLOCK/TIMER].  
To display the clock  
Remote control only  
Press [DISPLAY].  
[3] Turn [TIME/PRESET TUNE TRACK SKIP ] to  
set the finish time and then press [CLOCK/  
TIMER].  
The start and finish times are now set.  
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To turn the timer on  
[4] Press [ PLAY/REC] to display the timer  
indicator.  
The Sleep Timer  
Remote control only  
Each time you press the button:  
You can set the unit to turn off after certain time. (e.g. when you  
want to fall asleep while listening to music.)  
n ,  
PLAY  
REC  
No display (OFF)  
]
#
#
]
Press [SLEEP] to select the time (minutes).  
Each time you press the button:  
================n  
PLAY: to turn the play timer on  
n ,  
SLEEP 30  
SLEEP 60  
SLEEP 90  
]
n
#
#
REC: to turn the record timer on  
(The indicator does not appear if the start and finish times  
have not been set.)  
]
SLEEP OFF  
SLEEP 120  
#
===  
,===  
“E” appears if the clock has not been set.  
To  
cancel  
Operations  
[5] Press [  
] to turn the unit off.  
The unit must be off for timer to operate.  
The record timer comes on about 30 seconds earlier than  
the set time.  
Press [SLEEP] to select  
SLEEP OFF”.  
check the remaining  
time  
Press [SLEEP] once.  
The remaining time is shown for  
about 5 seconds.  
To  
Operations  
Press [ PLAY/REC]. (l A)  
Press [CLOCK/TIMER]. (l B)  
cancel the timer  
change the setting  
Press [SLEEP] to select the new  
time.  
check the settings*  
A: When the unit is on to clear the timer indicators from  
the display. (The timer comes on at the set time  
everyday if the timer is on.)  
Notes:  
You can use sleep timer in combination with play and record  
timer.  
B: The settings are shown in the following order:  
Start time > Finish time > Music source > Volume  
> Original display  
Make sure the unit is off before the play and record timer’s  
start time.  
Sleep-off time shall have higher priority than timer-off time.  
* While the unit is in standby mode and connected to the  
household mains socket.  
To change the settings (when unit is on)  
To  
Operations  
change the times  
Do steps [1], [2], [3] and [5].  
change the source or  
volume  
1 Press [ PLAY/REC] to clear  
the timer indicator.  
2 Make changes to the source or  
volume.  
3 Do steps [4] and [5].  
You can enjoy your desired source after you have set the  
timer.  
Turn the unit off before the timer’s start time.  
Note:  
The play and record timers cannot be used together.  
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SOUND EQ  
Sound Quality  
You can choose one of four types of sound quality.  
3-D Sound  
with the Sound Virtualizer  
1 Heavy: Adds punch to rock  
2 Clear: Clarifies higher sounds  
3 Soft: For background music  
4 Vocal: Adds gloss to vocals  
Remote control only  
You can create a three-dimensional sound field when listening  
to stereo sound.  
Press [S.VIRTUALIZER].  
Press again to cancel.  
Press [SOUND EQ] to select a setting.  
Each time you press the button:  
n ,  
: ON  
OFF  
=====#  
]
]
1 Heavy > 2 Clear  
==========n  
e
l
l
l
l
v
1
2
3
4
Notes:  
3 Soft  
This feature does not affect recordings.  
The actual effect depends on the source played.  
v
4 Vocal  
v
EQ-OFF (cancelled)  
Note:  
Changes to sound  
quality do not affect  
recordings.  
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RQT7912  
Troubleshooting  
Before requesting for service, make the following checks. If you cannot fix the unit as described below, or if something not listed  
here occurs, refer to the enclosed directory to locate an Authorized Service Center convenient to you or contact your dealer.  
Reference pages are shown as an example (l 3).  
Common problems  
“E” is displayed.  
Indicates incorrect operation. Read the instructions.  
“U01” is displayed.  
Replace the batteries or use household AC power. (l 6)  
Power batteries have not been inserted. Insert them or use household AC power.  
(l 6)  
“U02” is displayed.  
CD  
CD will not play or CD display is  
incorrect.  
Place the CD with label facing up. (l 8)  
Wait for 1 hour for condensation to dry and try again.  
Certain sections are not played  
properly.  
Clean the CD. (l 3)  
Replace the CD if it is scratched, warped, or nonstandard.  
Cassette deck  
Recording is not possible.  
Poor sound quality.  
If the cassette’s tabs have removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. (l 10)  
Clean the heads. (l 3)  
Radio  
Interference may be caused by other equipment or the use of its remote control.  
Turn the other equipment off or keep this unit away from them.  
A lot of noise or tuning difficulty.  
Remote Control  
Check to ensure the batteries are inserted correctly. (l 4)  
Replace the batteries if they are worn. (l 4)  
The remote control does not work.  
The unit cannot be turned on from  
the remote control.  
Turn the unit on from the main unit if you are using batteries to power the unit.  
(l 4, 6)  
Technical Specifications  
Radio  
Frequency range  
FM  
AM  
General  
Speakers  
(RX-ES29) 8 cm 5.4 ™ k 2  
(RX-ES23) 8 cm 2.7 ™ k 2  
87.50s108.00 MHz (50 kHz steps)  
522s1629 kHz (9 kHz steps)  
Jacks  
Output  
CD player  
Sampling frequency  
Decoding  
Beam source  
Bølgelengde  
Laserstyrke  
No. of channels  
Wow and flutter  
D/A converter  
PHONES: 3.5 mm stereo (16s32 )  
44.1 kHz  
16 bit linear  
Semiconductor laser (wavelength 780 nm)  
780 nm  
Power requirement  
AC  
230s240 V, 50 Hz  
Power consumption: (RX-ES29) 30 W  
(RX-ES23) 23 W  
Ingen farlig stråling sendes ut  
2-channel, stereo  
Battery  
12 V [Eight R20/LR20 (D, UM-1) batteries]  
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.  
Below measurable limit  
MASH (1 bit DAC)  
Memory back-up for computer/clock  
6 V [Four R6/LR6 (AA, UM-3) batteries]  
Tape recorder  
Track system  
Monitor system  
Recording system  
Erasing system  
Frequency range  
Normal position  
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.  
529 mm (W) k 144 mm (H) k 276 mm (D)  
(RX-ES29) 4.4 kg without batteries  
Stereo  
Variable sound monitor  
AC bias  
Dimensions  
Mass  
(RX-ES23) 3.9 kg without batteries  
Multi Pole magnet  
Power consumption in standby mode (RX-ES29) 2.7 W  
50s14000 Hz  
(RX-ES23) 2.3 W  
Notes:  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
Mass and dimensions are approximate.  
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Utstyret bør plasseres i nærheten av AC-stikkontakten,  
og støpslet må være lett tilgjengelig hvis det skulle  
oppstå problemer.  
CAUTION!  
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A  
BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER  
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL  
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC  
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING,  
ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER  
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION  
VENTS.  
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION  
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,  
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.  
DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES,  
SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.  
DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY  
FRIENDLY MANNER.  
SUOMI  
VAROITUS!  
ÄLÄ ASENNA TAI LAITA TÄTÄ LAITETTA  
KABINETTITYYPPISEEN KIRJAKAAPPIIN TAI  
MUUHUN SULJETTUUN TILAAN, JOTTA TUULETUS  
ONNISTUISI. VARMISTA, ETTÄ VERHO TAI MIKÄÄN  
MUU MATERIAALI EI HUONONNA TUULETUSTA,  
JOTTA VÄLTETTÄISIIN YLIKUUMENEMISESTA  
JOHTUVA SÄHKÖISKU- TAI TULIPALOVAARA.  
ÄLÄ PEITÄ LAITTEEN TUULETUSAUKKOJA  
SANOMALEHDELLÄ, PÖYTÄLIINALLA, VERHOLLA  
TAI MUULLA VASTAAVALLA ESINEELLÄ.  
ÄLÄ ASETA PALAVAA KYNTTILÄÄ TAI MUUTA  
AVOTULEN LÄHDETTÄ LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.  
HÄVITÄ PARISTOT LUONTOA  
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment  
and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance  
coupler shall remain readily operable.  
VAHINGOITTAMATTOMALLA TAVALLA.  
NORSK  
VAROITUS!  
ADVARSEL!  
LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ  
KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA  
ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1  
YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE  
APPARATET MÅ IKKE PLASSERES I EN BOKHYLLE,  
ET INNEBYGGET KABINETT ELLER ET ANNET  
LUKKET STED HVOR VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE  
ER UTILSTREKKELIGE. SØRG FOR AT GARDINER  
ELLER LIGNENDE IKKE FORVERRER  
LASERSÄTEILYLLE.  
VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE, SÅ RISIKO FOR  
ELEKTRISK SJOKK ELLER BRANN FORÅRSAKET AV  
OVERHETING UNNGÅS.  
APPARATETS VENTILASJONSÅPNINGER MÅ IKKE  
DEKKES TIL MED AVISER, BORDDUKER, GARDINER  
OG LIGNENDE.  
PLASSER IKKE ÅPEN ILD, SLIK SOM LEVENDE LYS,  
OPPÅ APPARATET.  
BRUKTE BATTERIER MÅ KASSERES UTEN FARE  
FOR MILJØET.  
VAROITUS:  
TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI TUOTETTA  
KOHTAAVAN MUUN VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMISEKSI EI  
LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE, KOSTEUDELLE,  
VESIPISAROILLE TAI ROISKEELLE, EIKÄ NESTETTÄ  
SISÄLTÄVIÄ ESINEITÄ, KUTEN ESIMERKIKSI  
MALJAKOITA, SAA ASETTAA LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.  
Laite tulee asettaa lähelle verkkopistorasiaa ja  
pistokkeen täytyy olla sellaisessa asennossa, että  
siihen on helppo tarttua ongelman sattuessa.  
ADVARSEL!  
DETTE PRODUKTET ANVENDER EN LASER.  
BETJENING AV KONTROLLER, JUSTERINGER ELLER  
ANDRE INNGREP ENN DE SOM ER BESKREVET I  
DENNE BRUKSANVISNING, KAN FØRE TIL FARLIG  
BESTRÅLING.  
DEKSLER MÅ IKKE ÅPNES, OG FORSØK ALDRI Å  
REPARERE APPARATET PÅ EGENHÅND. ALT  
SERVICE OG REPARASJONSARBEID MÅ UTFØRES AV  
KVALIFISERT PERSONELL.  
ADVARSEL:  
FOR Å REDUSERE FAREN FOR BRANN, ELEKTRISK  
STØT ELLER SKADER PÅ PRODUKTET, MÅ DETTE  
APPARATET IKKE UTSETTES FOR REGN, FUKTIGHET,  
VANNDRÅPER ELLER VANNSPRUT. DET MÅ HELLER  
IKKE PLASSERES GJENSTANDER FYLT MED VANN,  
SLIK SOM BLOMSTERVASER, OPPÅ APPARATET.  
(En)  
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  
RQT7912-1B  
F1204Ks0  

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