Panasonic rc 6299 owners manual

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FM-AM Clock Radio

Operating Instructions

Model No. FIG-6299
RCnGZBB

The illustrations show RG6299.
Before connecting. operating or adjusting this product. please read these

instructions completely.

Please keep this manual for future reterence. III
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. Division ot «an.
Matsuohtta Electric Corporation at America '*
One Panasonic Way Semucus. New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.oom

Panasonic Sales Company. Division of Matouohlta Electric ot

Puerto Rico, Inc. ("P80")

Ave. 65 de lnfenteria, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park. Carolina.
Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambisr Drive. Mississauga. Ontario LJW 2T3
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Emit: misfit: ta Electric Industrial Co Lid ROT5392-1P
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oThe lollowing mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit,

a CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with anowhead symbol within

an equilateral triangle. is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the products enclosure that may be oi suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence at
important operating and maintenance (serviung)

instructions in the literature accompanying the ap-
pliance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK 0R PRODUCT DAMAGE, Do NOT
expose THIS APPLIANCE 1'0 RAIN,
SPLASHING, DRIPPING on MOISTURE.

Precautions

Before using this unit please read these operating instructions carettlly.
Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit rise" as well
as the safety suggestions listed below.

Attsrwards keep them handy for future reiarence.

Safety

1. Power Source-Jhe unit should be connected to power supply only oi
the type described in the operating instmcllons or as marked on the
unit.

2. Polarization-if the unit is equipped with a polarized AC power plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the other). that plug will lit into the AC
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. it y0u are unable to Insert
the plug iully into the outlet. try reversing the plug. It the plug should still
tail to fit. contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the selety purpose oi the polarized plug.

3. Power Cord Protection-40 power supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them. Never take hold of the plug or cord it your hand is wet.
and always grasp the plug body when connecting or disconnecting it.

4. Nonuse Periods-When the unit is not used. turn the power oil. When
left unused tor a long period of time. the unit should be unplugged trom
the household AC outlet.

lnstailationm

IEnvironment

1. Water and Moisture-Do not use this unit near water-lot example,
near a bathtub. washbowl. swimming pool. or the like. Damp basements
should also be avoided.

2. Heat-The unit should be sltuated away from heat sources such as
radiators and the like. It also should not be placed in temperatures less
than 5°C (4! F) or greater than 35C (95F).

IPiacemem

1. Ventilation-The unit should be situated so that its location or position
does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Allow to cm (4') clearance
from the rear oi the unit.

2. Foreign Material-Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into
and liquids are not spilled into the unit, Do not subject this unit to
excessive smoke, dust. mechanlcal vibration. or shock.

3. Magnetism-The unit should be situated away from equipment or
devices that generate strong magnetic fields.

t. Stacking-Do not place heavy objects. other than system components.
on top of the unit,

5. Sur'eoe-Place the unit on a ilat. level surface.

6. Cam and Stands-The unit should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manulacturer.

The unit and cart combination should be moved with
care. Quick stops. excessive force, and uneven surlaces
may cause the unit and cart combination to ovenum.

7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting-The unit should not be mounted to a wall
or ceiling. unless specified in this operating instructions.

Maintenance

Clean the cabinet. panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly moistened
with mild detergent solution.

Do not use any type of abrasive pad. scouring powder or solvent such as
alcohol or benzlne.

Service

1. Damage Requiring Service-The unit should be senriced by qualified

service personnel when:

(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged: or

(b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or

(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or

(d) The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance; or

(e) The unit has been dropped. or the enclosure damaged.

2. Servicing-The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that
described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be
reierred to an authorized service personnel.

For the address of an authorized mum:
In the USA. 1W211-7262 or web site
(hwy/www.mmcniccom)

in Canada 905-624-5505 or web site
(www.partasonic.cs)

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a Back ol the unit

\I/
rang
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Bottom of the unit
(No battery cover is used.)

(Dem/5mm ,
6 W 9" (Not included)

.While pressing

or:

TIME

RC-6299 only

BRIGHTNESS
HIGH - . LOW

\
3
:2 Radio dial A
(Plug in firmly.) "ME SET w mug w

@FM ®AM

_u

Extend and change the direction ol
the AC power cord.

L

m Press. wmb Pressand hold.

Power supply

Using AC power cord fl

Dry cell memory back-up battery (not included) E
This battery saves the clock and alarm settings ii there is a power
interruption

It the power is interrupted

OThe time display clears until the unit is turned on again.The clock can
gain or lose up to six minutes an hour while the power is interrupted.

0The radio and radio alarm do not work while the power is interrupted.
The beep alarm continues to function. '

Replacing the battery

OThe service life ol this battery is approximately 1 year.

Oll, alter a power interruption. the display llashes after turning the unit on
again, the battery needs to be replaced.

BEE

aAIign the poles (@ and (9) property when inserting the battery.

000 not heat or disassemble the batteries. Do not allow them to contact
flame or water.

DFtemove the battery it the unit is not to be used for a long time.

Mishandling oi battery can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage
items the lluid contacts and may cause a tire,

ll electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.

Wash thoroughly with water il electrolyte comes in contact with any part cl
your body.

Setting the time

While pressing and holding [-, TIME SET], press [FWD] or [REV] to
set the time.

[FWD]: Increases the time by one-minute units.

[FlEV]: Decreases the time by one-minute units.

Olncrease the speed by also pressing [FAST],

OThe seconds are reset to zero whenever [FWD] or [REV] is pressed.

ITlme display
AM : PM indicator does not light.
PM : PM indicator lights,

ITo check the second display

Press [DOZE].

The time display changes to show the last digit of the minutes and the
seconds while [DOZE] is pressed.

IChanging the brightness oi the time display
[HIGH] : For a bright display.
[LOW] : For a dim display.

Listening to the radio , [a

The radio dial lights when the radio is on,

lUslng earphone (not included)
Sound will not be heard lrom the speaker.
Plug type : 3.5 mm (V: in.) monaural

Ila gritty noise is heard, wipe away the dirt on the plug.

ITo adjust antenna E [3-03

In turn off
Press [-. TIME SET].

REE

These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near
televisions, personal computers or other devices easily influenced by
magnetism.