Operating Instructions Portable Stereo CD System Model No. RX-DBT30 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions thoroughly before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future reference. Bluetooth Operations in these instructions are described with controls on the main unit. Your unit may not look exactly the same as illustrated. GA RQT9967-G CAUTION!
This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. Use only the recommended accessories. Do not remove covers. Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated. Do not obstruct this units ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains and similar items. Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit. The mains plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately. Oceania & Israel This unit is intended for use in moderate climates. South East Asia This unit is intended for use in tropical climates. This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please increase separation between this unit and mobile telephone. Safety precautions Avoid using or placing this unit near sources or heat. Do not leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long time with the doors and windows closed as this may deform the cabinet. Avoid cuts, scratches, or poor connections in the AC mains lead, as they may result in possible fire or electric shock hazard. Also, excessive bending, pulling or splicing of the lead should be avoided. Do not unplug the AC adaptor by pulling on the lead. To do so may cause premature failure or shock hazard. Do not operate this unit in a bathroom, as a potential shock hazard may result. When not in use, disconnect the AC mains lead from the household mains socket. Compliance with FCC regulation This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. interference to from that to which the receiver is connected. help.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. SURGE PROTECTORS: It is recommended to use a surge protector for AC connection. Lightning and power surges ARE NOT covered under warranty for this product. Product ldentification Marking is located on the bottom of the unit. Use of batteries If this unit is not used for a long period of time or 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. Make sure to match the + and on each battery to the
+ and signs in the unit battery compartment. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not use different types of batteries at the same time. Do not take apart or short circuit the batteries. Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. Do not use batteries if the covering has been peel off. Do not heat or expose to flame. Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which may cause a fire. CAUTION!
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
, Table of contents Safety precautions .................................................. 2 Maintenance ............................................................ 2 Use of batteries ....................................................... 2 Supplied accessories ............................................. 3 Power sources ........................................................ 3 Overview of controls .............................................. 4 Using your CD system ........................................... 5 Pairing with a Bluetooth device ........................... 5 Playing audio from a Bluetooth device ............... 5 To play the radio ..................................................... 5 Setting radio station presets ................................. 6 Playing audio from a connected audio device .... 6 To play a CD ............................................................ 6 To control CD playback ......................................... 6 Repeating a track or CD ........................................ 6 To play tracks in random order ............................ 6 Program CD/MP3 playback ................................... 7 Compatible CD ....................................................... 7 Compatible MP3 files ............................................. 7 Troubleshooting guide .......................................... 8 Specifications ........................................................ 9 About Bluetooth .................................................... 9 Warranty ................................................................ 10 Supplied accessories Check and identity the supplied accessories. 3 x AC mains lead For Australia, New Zealand For Thailand For Singapore, Malaysia, Israel 1 x AC Adaptor Power Sources Using the household mains socket Using the household mains socket To household mains socket AC mains lead
(included) V AC power adaptor
(included) V Connect the DC cord of the AC power adaptor firmly to the unit and connect the suitable AC mains lead firmly to the household mains socket. Note The included AC power adaptor is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Using batteries (not included) Using batteries (not included) Press towards while inserting the battery.
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_ Model No. RX-DBT30 Portable Stereo CD System DC IN 9V 1.8A 6 LR14 BATTERIES 9V Panasonic Corporation Made in China This unit can be powered by either the included AC power adaptor, or by using six C sized alkaline batteries
(not included). This unit only operates on batteries when the AC power adaptor is unplugged. Use only alkaline batteries. When to change the batteries When to change the batteries When the battery indicator begins flashing, replace all six of the batteries. USB charging port USB charging port This CD system included a USB port placed on the rear. The USB port supports powering and charging most USB devices. (USB cable sold separately). 3 Standby/on switch Using your CD system To turn your CD system unit on or off Press [ ] power button. Selecting the audio source Press the [Source] button one or more times until the audio source you want appears on the LCD. You can select:
FM FM radio band AM AM radio band CD CD player Paired Bluetooth device AUX IN Device connected to the AUX IN jack. Selecting the sound mode You can select a sound (equalizer) mode to automatically adjust the sound for the type of music you are playing. Press the [Sound] button one or more times until the sound mode you want appears on the LCD. You can select JAZZ, POP, CLASSIC, ROCK. Pairing with a Bluetooth device To pair with a Bluetooth device 1. On your CD System, press the [Source] one or more times until the indicator appears of the LCD. 2. Make sure that your Bluetooth device is turned on and within 33 feet (10 meters) of your CD System. 3. On your CD System, press the [ ] Bluetooth pairing button. Your CD System enters pairing mode, and the Bluetooth LED blinks. Your CD System remains in pairing mode for 19 minutes or until it pairs with a Bluetooth device. 4. On the Bluetooth device, start pairing mode, then select RX-DBT30. See the instructions that came with the device for information pairing. 5. If you are asked for a password, enter 0000. When pairing is complete, the Bluetooth LED on your CD System lights solid. 6. To disconnect from the paired Bluetooth device, press and hold the [ ] Bluetooth pairing button on your CD System for three seconds and it will display CLEAN BT. Your CD System disconnects from the Bluetooth device and enters pairing mode again. 7. To reconnect your CD System to a paired device, search for and select RX-DBT30 on the Bluetooth device while the CD System is in pairing mode. Note:
Your CD System can store pairing information for eight devices. When your CD System is in Bluetooth pairing mode, it automatically reconnects to the last paired device when the device is turned on, in Bluetooth pairing mode, and within 33 feet (10 meters) of your CD System. If you want to reconnect with another previously paired device, make sure the device is within range, turn it on, and put it in pairing mode. Then press the
[ ] Bluetooth pairing button. Your CD System searches for the pairing information and pairs with the device. Playing audio from a Bluetooth device To play audio from a Bluetooth device 1. On your CD System, press the [Source] button one or more times until the indicator appears on the LCD. 2. Make sure that the Bluetooth device has been paired to your CD System. See Pairing with a Bluetooth device section. 3. To control playback from the Bluetooth device, on your CD System:
Press the [ ] play/pause button to start or pause playback. Your CD System plays the audio files on the Bluetooth device. Rotate the [Volume] knob to increase or decrease the volume. Press the skip forward button to go to the next song. Press and hold this button
[Tune +/ ]
to fast forward. If the current song has played less than two seconds, press the skip backward button to go to the previous song. If the song has played more than two seconds, press this button to go to the beginning of the song. Press and hold this button to fast reverse.
[Tune / ]
_ Press
button to stop playback. Note: Cant activate PLAY MODE & PROGRAM function at Bluetooth mode. To play the radio
[Tune +/ ]
1. Press the [ ] power button to turn on your CD System. 2. Press the [Source] button one or more times until AM, FM appears on the LCD.
[Tune /
3. Press the skip forward or skip backward button to go to the next higher or lower radio frequency. When your CD System detects a strong FM signal, STEREO appears on the LCD. OR Press and hold the skip forward or skip backward button for two second to automatically tune to the next higher or lower radio station. 4. Rotate the [Volume] knob to increase or decrease the volume.
[Tune / ]
[Tune +/ ]
_ Note: To improve reception:
For FM reception, raise and extend the FM antenna. You may have to reposition the antenna for best reception. For AM reception, turn your CD System slightly until reception improves. If the power AC adapter is connected to the power outlet, move the CD System away from the AC adaptor. 5 blinks on the LCD. This function allows you to program up to 20 tracks for CD and MP3 files to be played in the desired order. When 20 tracks have programmed. The LCD will show FULL for three seconds. Note:
Programming can only be performed when playback is stopped. 1. In stop mode, press the [Memory/Program]
button. The track number P01 000 will show on LCD.
[Tune+ / ]
2. Press the or button to select a track number. 3. Press the [Memory/Program] button to confirm. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other tracks. 5. To play the program, press the [ ] play/pause
[Tune / ]
_ button. 6. In play mode, press the [ ] button once to go back to the program mode and the total program tracks will show on LCD. 7. In stop mode, to clear display the program and then press the [ ] stop button, the LCD will show CLEAR for three seconds and exit to normal. Note:
In MP3 mode press [Memory/Program] button to display ID3 information for one cycle and then show back to play mode. When ID3 is scrolling, press [Memory/Program]
button, the LCD will show back to playtime at once. Compatible CD A disc with the CD Logo. This unit can playback discs that conform to the CD-DA format. This unit may not be able to play some discs due to the condition of the recording. Note about using a Dual Disc The digital audio content side of a Dual Disc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible. Note on CDs This unit can access up to 99 tracks. This unit can play MP3 files and CD-R/RW due to the condition of the recording. Do not use irregularly shaped disc. Do not use disc with labels and stickers that are coming off or with adhesive exuding from under labels and stickers. Do not attach extra labels or stickers on the disc. Do not write anything on the disc. Compatible MP3 files Supported format: files with the extension mp3 or MP3. Compatible compression rate : Between 16 kbps and 320 kbps (stereo). Depending on how you create the MP3 files. They may not play in the order you numbered them or may not play at all. CD-R/RW Maximum number of tracks and albums: 999 tracks and 999 albums (Excluding Root folder). Disc formats :
- ISO9660 level 1 and level 2
(except for extended formats).
- Does not support files recorded in Universal Disc Format (UDF). If the disc includes both MP3 and normal audio data (CD-DA), the unit plays the type recorded in the inner part of the disc. This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write. Note on MP3 Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as albums. This unit can access up to 999 tracks, 999 albums. Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats). To play in a certain order, prefix the folder and file names with 3-digits numbers in the order you want to play them. Limitations on MP3 play If you have record MP3 on the same disc as CD-DA, only the format recorded in the first session can be played. Some MP3s may not be played due to the condition of the disc or recording. Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you recorded them. It does not support MP3 album selection. Auto off This unit will turn to Standby mode automatically if there is no sound and it is not being used for approximately 19 minutes. 7 the CD contains not supported data Refer to compatibility on page 7 Power supply DC 9V (DC IN terminal) Panasonic cannot be held responsible for data and/or information that can possibly be compromised during a wireless transmission. F This system conforms to the frequency restrictions
- Taking apart or modifying the main unit.
Restrictions of use z z this system with unit is located too close to other Bluetooth m laboratories, etc.). The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Limited Warranty ( ONLY FOR AUSTRALIA) Panasonic Warranty 1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or its Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour, if in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period. 2. This warranty only applies to Panasonic products purchased in Australia and sold by Panasonic Australia or its Authorised Distributors or Dealers and only where the products are used and serviced within Australia or its territories. Warranty cover only applies to service carried out by a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre and only if valid proof of purchase is presented when warranty service is requested. 3. This warranty only applies if the product has been installed and used in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations ( (as noted in the operating instructions) under normal use and reasonable care (in the opinion of Panasonic). The warranty covers normal domestic use only and does not cover damage, malfunction or failure resulting from use of incorrect voltages, incorrect installation, accident, misuse, neglect, build-up of dirt or dust, abuse, maladjustment of customer controls, mains supply problems, thunderstorm activity, infestation by insects or vermin, tampering or repair by unauthorised persons (including unauthorised alterations), introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions or any foreign object or matter having entered the product. tenibaC (a)
(b) Video or Audio Tapes
(c) SD cards or USB devices
(d) User replaceable Batteries etc
(e) Video / Audio Heads from wear and tear in normal use
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(g) Information stored on Hard Disk Drive, USB stick or SD card
(h) DTV reception issues caused by TV Aerial / Cabling / Wall socket(s) 4. This warranty does not cover the following items unless the fault or defect existed at the time of purchase:
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,DVD csiD rt(s) 5. Some products may be supplied with Ethernet connection hardware. The warranty is limited on such products and will not cover s ro
(a) Internet and or DLNA connection / setup related problems
(b) Access fees and or charges incurred for internet connection The use of incompatible software or software not specifically stipulated in the product operations manual;
(c) and any other device.
(d) Any indirect or consequential costs associated with the incorrect use or misuse of the hardware, its connection to the internet or 6. To claim warranty service, when required, you should:
Telephone Panasonics Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website referred to below and use the Service Centre Locator for the name/address of the nearest Authorised Service Centre. Send or take the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase receipt as a proof of purchase date. Please note that freight and insurance to and / or from your nearest Authorised Service Centre must be arranged by you. Note that home or pick-up/delivery service is available for the following products in the major metropolitan areas of Australia or the normal operating areas of the nearest Authorised Service Centres:
Plasma/LCD televisions / displays (screen size greater than 103 cm) 7. The warranties hereby conferred do not extend to, and exclude, any costs associated with the installation, de-installation or re-installation of a product, including costs related to the mounting, de-mounting or remounting of any screen, (and any other ancillary activities), delivery, handling, freighting, transportation or insurance of the product or any part thereof replacement of and do not extend to, and exclude, any damage or loss occurring by reason of, during, associated with, or related to such installation, de-installation, re-installation or transit. Panasonic Authorised Service Centres are located in major metropolitan areas and most regional centres of Australia, however, coverage will vary dependant on product. For advice on exact Authorised Service Centre locations for your product, please telephone our Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator. In addition to your rights under this warranty, Panasonic products come with consumer guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. If there is a major failure with the product, you can reject the product and elect to have a refund or to have the product replaced or if you wish you may elect to keep the goods and be compensated for the drop in value of the goods. You are also entitled to have the product repaired or replaced if the product fails to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. If there is a major failure in regard to the product which cannot be remedied then you must notify us within a reasonable period by contacting the Panasonic Customer Care Centre. If the failure in the product is not a major failure then Panasonic may choose to repair or replace the product and will do so in a reasonable period of time from receiving notice from you. THIS WARRANTY CARD AND THE PURCHASE DOCKET (OR SIMILAR PROOF OF PURCHASE) SHOULD BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES If you require assistance regarding warranty conditions or any other enquiries, please visit the Panasonic Australia If phoning in, please ensure you have your operating instructions available. website www.panasonic.com.au or contact by phone on 132 600 Panasonic Australia Pty. Limited ACN 001 592 187 ABN 83 001 592 187 1 Innovation Road, Macquarie Park NSW 2113 01-01-2011 PRO-031-F11 Issue: 4.0 10 RQT9967-G