Portable Stereo CD System Operating Instructions Model No. RX-D29 RX-D27 Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. These operating instructions fundamentally explain the operation of RX-D29.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Supplied accessories Table of contents Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated when ordering replacements or optional accessories from your Panasonic dealer. In the U.S.A. to order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 11. AC power supply cord (polarized) (RJA0065-1D) ....................... 1pc. Remote control transmitter .......................................................... 1pc.
Power sources The unit can be powered with household AC power or dry cell batteries (not included). Insert memory batteries (not included) to save the current time, stored timer settings and radio stations. Memory back-up Using a household AC outlet Using batteries (not included) Connect the AC power supply cord firmly to the unit and the outlet. The unit cannot be powered by batteries if the AC power supply cord is connected.
Controls Main unit: Remote control: The functions of the buttons without descriptions are the same as on the main unit. Tape mode/standby switch (TAPE/OFF) Press [TAPE/OFF] and stop the tape to turn the unit off. The unit is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet.
Listening to radio broadcasts Normal tuning 2 Preset tuning Preset the stations (20 FM and 12 AM) to make tuning simpler. 1 3 4 2 1 RX-D29 2 1 3 1 Press [TUNER/BAND –AUTO PRESET] to select “FM” or “AM”. RX-D27 (Unit comes on.) ○ ○ 2 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ (Omit this step if using the remote control) If “ ” is on the display, press [TUNE MODE] to clear it.
Listening to CDs Normal play 3 Program play You can program up to 24 tracks. 12 4 2 1 1 Push [ CD OPEN/CLOSE] to open the CD lid and insert the CD. 3 Remote control only Ensure CD is stopped before programming. 1 Label must face upward. ○ Press [PGM/CLEAR]. ○ 2 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Enter the track number with the numbered buttons.
Playing MP3 RX-D29 only This unit can play MP3, a method of compressing audio without overly hurting audio quality. When creating MP3 files to play on this unit Disc formats: ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 (except for extended formats) CD-ROM drive Naming tracks and albums 001album 1 001track.mp3 002track.mp3 003track.MP3 001track.mp3 (or .MP3) 002album 2 Starting play from an album (album skip) 004track.mp3 005track.
Recording You can record radio broadcasts or CDs. Before recording • This unit is suitable for recording normal tapes, but it cannot record onto high and metal position tapes to their full potential and prior recordings will not be erased correctly. • The recording level is set automatically. • Take up the leader tape before proceeding. To stop recording Press [ / STOP/EJECT ]. (The CD does not stop.) To stop recording temporarily Press [ PAUSE ]. (The CD does not stop.
Using the timers (Remote control only) To cancel the timer (when the unit is on) Press [TIMER SET/CHECK] to clear the timer indicator from the display. The timer comes on at the set time everyday if the timer is on. 5 1-3 4 To change the settings (when the unit is on) 2·3 To change the play times Perform steps 1, 2, 3 and 5. To change the source or volume 1. Press [TIMER SET/CHECK] to clear the timer indicator from the display. If the settings are shown, press one more time. 2.
Using headphones (not included) Turn down the volume and connect the headphones to the [PHONES] jack. Audio software Take note of the following points to extend the life of your equipment. Always read the instructions provided with the software. Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8”) stereo Discs Choose discs with this mark: Continued use of irregular shaped CDs can damage the unit. P ~ S NE HO Note Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage.
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 11 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on page 3 if you reside in Canada. Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers 4 . Common Problems The unit doesn’t work on batteries.
