Panasonic of North America RPBT10R Bluetooth Handsfree User Manual
Panasonic Corporation of North America Bluetooth Handsfree
User Manual

Operating Instructions
Digital Wireless Earphones
Model No. RP-BT10
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting 
this product, please read the instructions 
completely. Please keep this manual for 
future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
 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.    
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s 
instructions.
 8)  Do not install near any heat sources such 
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce 
heat.
 9)  Do not defeat the safety purpose of 
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized 
plug has two blades with one wider than 
the other. A grounding-type plug has two 
blades and a third grounding prong. The 
wide blade or the third prong are provided 
for your safety. If the provided plug does not 
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)  Protect the power cord from being walked 
on or pinched particularly at plugs, 
convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus.
11)  Only use attachments/accessories specified 
by the manufacturer.
12)  Unplug this apparatus during lightning 
storms or when unused for long periods 
of time.
13)  Refer all servicing to qualified service 
personnel. Servicing is required when 
the apparatus has been damaged in any 
way, such as power-supply cord or plug 
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or 
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the 
apparatus has been exposed to rain or 
moisture, does not operate normally, or has 
been dropped.
14)  Do not operate the appliance which has a 
damaged output cord or enclosure or plug. 
15)  Always unplug the appliance when not in 
use.
16)  The appliance is designed to supply Audio/
Video equipment, for indoor use only.
17)  Do not cover the equipment when in use.
18)  The main plug used as disconnect device 
from the mains so the disconnect device 
shall remain readily operable.
19)  Do not expose to dripping or splashing and 
do not place objects filled with liquids on 
the apparatus.
20)  Do not exceed the manufacturer’s 
specification when in use.
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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR 
ELECTRIC SHOCK, 
●  
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO 
RAIN OR MOISTURE. APPARATUS SHALL 
NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR 
SPLASHING AND NO OBJECTS FILLED 
WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL 
BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
●  USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED 
ACCESSORIES.
●  
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); 
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE 
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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.
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The socket outlet shall be installed near the 
equipment and easily accessible. The mains 
plug of the power supply cord shall remain 
readily operable. To completely
disconnect this apparatus from the AC 
Mains, disconnect the power supply cord 
plug from AC receptacle.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is  incorrectly 
replaced. Replace only with the same or 
equivalent type recommended by the 
manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the 
manufacturer’s instructions.
A nickel metal hydride battery 
that is recyclable powers the 
product you have purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-
BATTERY for information on 
how to recycle this battery
The receiver (handsfree unit) is certified under 
FCC ID: ACJRPBT10R. The FCC ID is also 
located on the battery cover and inside the battery 
compartment.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other 
Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the 
European Union. 
If you wish to discard this 
product, please contact your 
local authorities or dealer and 
ask for the correct method of 
disposal.
FCC 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 interference to 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.
•  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• 
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC caution: To maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded interface cables must be used 
with this equipment. Operation with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables may result in 
interference to radio and TV reception. Any changes or modifications not approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:  Panasonic
Model no.:  RP-BT10
Responsible Party:   Panasonic Corporation of North America 
    One Panasonic Way 
    Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:     Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
  Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
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Supplied Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied 
accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when 
asking for replacement parts. “As of June 2007”
To order accessories, refer to the “Panasonic 
/ Technics Accessory Limited Warranty” on 
page 29.
□ AC adaptor .................................................. 1
 (RFX8772)
□ USB power cable ......................................... 1
 (RFX5956)
□ Earphones with ear pads ............................. 1
  White: (RFX5891), Black: (RFX5891-K)
  • M size ear pads put on earphones
The model number and serial number of this 
product can be found on either the back or 
the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided 
below and keep for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER       RP-BT10
SERIAL NUMBER
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
Product service
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or 
repair the unit yourself. Refer servicing to 
qualified personnel only.
Product information
For product service, product information or 
assistance with product operation, refer to 
the servicenter directory.
Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................... 2
Supplied Accessories .................................................................................. 6
Features ...................................................................................................... 8
Precautions ................................................................................................. 9
Basic flow of operations ............................................................................  11
Parts and their functions ............................................................................ 12
Preparations (prior to use) ......................................................................... 13
Listening to music on your iPod® ...............................................................  15
Talking on your cellphone .......................................................................... 18
Listening to music on your cellphone ........................................................ 21
List of lamp displays .................................................................................. 23
How to dispose of the unit ......................................................................... 24
Maintenance ..............................................................................................  24
Troubleshooting .........................................................................................   25
Specifications ............................................................................................ 28
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Features
*2 
 Do not work with all the cellphones which 
incorporate Bluetooth wireless technology.
iPod nano 2nd G  iPod 5th G (Video)
iPod nano 1st G
iPod 4th G (color Display)
iPod 4th G iPod mini
*1 Made for 
Precautions
AC adaptor
Handle the AC adaptor carefully. Improper 
handling is dangerous.
●  Do not touch it with wet hands.
●  Do not place heavy objects on top of it.
Be sure to use the supplied AC adaptor.
Battery
●  The rechargeable battery can be recharged 
about 300 times. If its operating time 
becomes extremely short, you should 
consult the dealer about exchange of the 
rechargeable battery. (RP-BP65HP-1)
●  Do not heat or expose to flame.
●  Carry and store the rechargeable battery in 
the battery carrying case to prevent contact 
with metal objects.
●  Do not peel off the covering on battery and do 
not use if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of battery can cause electrolyte 
leakage which can damage items the fluid 
contacts and may cause a fire.
●  Keep the battery, out of the reach of children 
to prevent them from being swallowed.
●  Digital wireless earphones for iPod®*1
●  
Compatible with some cellphones which incorporate 
Bluetooth wireless  technology (answer call) and 
also compatible with some music cellphones which 
incorporate Bluetooth wireless technology*2
●  High quality and Low noise sound
●  2-way battery charge (USB/AC adaptor)
●  Custom fit with 3 sizes of ear pads (S/M/L)
Note:  The latest iPod
®
 software versions are required.
*G means generation
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Precautions
The unit
This unit uses the 2.4 GHz radio frequency 
band (Bluetooth). However other wireless 
equipment may use the same frequency. Be 
sure to take note of the following to prevent 
radio wave interference from other equipment.
Restriction of use
For use only in your country.
Range of use
The range of use is up to approximately 10 m 
(30 ft.). The range may be less depending on 
the structure of the building, the environment 
and any obstacles between the receiver and 
the transmitter. Such obstacles as reinforced 
concrete walls and metal doors, in particular, 
obstruct the transmitter’s signals.
Interference from other equipment
Due to radio interference, malfunctions such as 
sound distortion may occur if the unit is placed 
too close to other equipment. We recommend 
keeping the unit as far away as possible from 
the following devices:
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Bluetooth devices other than this unit, wireless 
LAN, microwaves, office automation devices, 
digital cordless telephones and other electronic 
devices
The unit is designed to automatically avoid 
radio interference from these household 
devices. However the sound will be broken 
when radio interference occurs.
Using the unit
●  Do not drop, hit or otherwise subject the 
transmitter or receiver to strong shocks of 
any kind. This may cause damage.
●  Do not expose the unit to water or other 
liquids as it may cause damage.
●  Do not use near microwave ovens, 
pacemakers or other industrial, chemical or 
medical equipment.
●  Do not use inside an aircraft, as this may 
compromise the safety of the aircraft.
●  
Keep the ear pads, out of the reach of children 
to prevent them from being swallowed.
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Basic flow of operations
 Connect the transmitter to the iPod®.
Connect it to the iPod®’s dock connector.
(Refer to page 15.)
•  Prior to shipment from the 
manufacturing plant, the 
transmitter and receiver pair is 
registered.
 Setting the pair
Use a Bluetooth connection for the receiver and 
transmitter that has been connected to the iPod®.
The pair setting is performed 
automatically.
(Refer to page 15.)
 Listening to music
•  You can listen to the music played by the iPod® with 
the receiver.
•  You can play, pause and control the music in other 
ways with the receiver. 
(Refer to page 16.)
 Registering the device pair
The receiver and Bluetooth cellphone must be registered 
for the parties to be connected.Once they have been 
registered, they need not be registered again.
(Refer to page 18.)
 Setting the pair
Use a Bluetooth connection for the receiver and 
Bluetooth cellphone.
(Refer to page 19.)
 Talking on the phone
You can now operate the receiver and receive incoming 
calls.
(Refer to page 20.)
Listening to music Talking on the phone
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Parts and their functions
Transmitter
Receiver, microphone and earphones
 Connector:  
Connect this to the iPod
®
’s dock connector.
 Lamp:  This indicates the status of the device.
(Refer to page 23.)
 Transmitter button:  This is operated when setting 
the pair.
   : PLAY/PAUSE
  : Forward
  : Backward
    : Use this to increase the volume level.
  :  Use this to reduce the volume level. Also use it 
to register the pair.
  Lamp:  This indicates the status of the device. 
(Refer to page 23.)
 DC IN socket:  Connect the accessory AC adapter or 
USB cable here.
 ( Be sure to use the AC adapter or USB cables that 
have been provided as an accessory. Trouble or 
malfunctioning may result if a product such as one 
with different plug polarities is used instead.
 Reset switch: (Refer to page 25.) 
 AUDIO OUT (line out) connector: 
  Connect the headphones with the 3.5 mm plug to 
this connector.
Microphone
:  The microphone used when talking on 
the phone is built-in.
 MIC button:  Use this to turn the power on or off, start 
talking when receiving an incoming call 
or end talking to terminate the call, set 
the pairing, etc.
 Stereo earphones (L / R)
Preparations (prior to use
)
Charging (only the receiver)
The unit (receiver) contains a rechargeable nickel-hydrogen battery.
Recharge this battery prior to use.
When using the AC adapter to recharge the battery
 Connect the AC adapter to the receiver.
  The receiver’s lamp (purple) lights up.
  When charging is completed, the lamp goes off.
Caution:  •  
Be sure to use the AC adapter that is supplied as an accessory.
 •  Use the AC plug of the AC adapter at a   90- or 
180-degree angle. Do not use the AC plug bent at other 
angles, as this will result in faulty contact.
When connecting the USB cable to a PC to recharge the battery
  Connect one end of the USB cable to the receiver and the other end to the PC.
  The receiver’s lamp (purple) lights up.
  When charging is completed, the lamp goes off.
Caution: Be sure to use the USB power cable that is supplied as an accessory.
Notes:  •  During charging, the rechargeable battery will heat up: this is normal and not indicative of trouble.
 •  Charge the battery in an ambient temperature from 0 to 40°C. Otherwise, the battery may not fully charge.
 •  The transmitter receives its power from the iPod® so there is no need to recharge it.
 •  During charging, the receiver’s reception functions do not work.
 •  To prevent overcharging, repeated charging is not possible.
Before charging again after fully charging, use the unit for at least 20 to 30 minutes. (If charging is 
restarted immediately after fully charging, charging will automatically stop after about 1 minute.)
Approximate charging times and charge retention times
Charging time Audio playback time Continuous standby time
Approx. 3 hours Approx. 4.5 hours Approx. 25 hours
 •  The continuous operating time of the transmitter depends on the charging capacity of the iPod®.
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Preparations (prior to use
)
Concerning the connection of the stereo earphones (L, R)
Insert the input plug of the stereo earphones into the AUDIO OUT connector for use.
How to fit the stereo earphones into your ears properly
If the earpieces are not fitted snugly into your ears, you may not obtain a good seal or hear bass sounds. Fit them 
into your ears snugly for a better sound quality listening experience.
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Lift the upper part of your left ear lobe 
using your right hand (and vice versa).
  Twist slightly and gently push the 
earphones in.
Concerning the ear pads
Your earphones are fitted with M size ear pads at the time of their purchase.
If you feel that they are too small or too large for your ears, replace them with the S or L size pads.
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Listening to music on your iPod®
Setting the pair
As soon as the receiver and transmitter power are turned on, the pair setting is performed automatically.
  Connect the transmitter to the dock 
connector on the bottom of the iPod®.
• The iPod®’s power is now automatically turned on.
  Press and hold the MIC button on the 
receiver for 2 seconds.
•  The receiver’s power is now turned on, and the lamp 
(red) blinks slowly.
  Press and hold the Transmitter button on 
the transmitter for 2 seconds.
•  The transmitter’s lamp (red) starts blinking rapidly, and 
when the pair setting is completed, the lamps (blue) 
on the transmitter and receiver start blinking slowly to 
indicate that the pair setting has been completed.
Note: •  
To establish pairing again after pairing has been 
released or the transmitter’s power was turned 
off, press and hold the Transmitter button on 
the transmitter for 2 seconds. The pair setting is 
restored.
Note: 
•  Discontinue use if you experience discomfort. Continued use may cause rashes or other allergic reactions.
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Listening to music on your iPod®
Operating the receiver
As soon as the pairing has been set, the iPod® can be operated by remote control.
   Play/pause :  Each time this is pressed, the mode is 
switched.
Next/Fast-forward
 :  Press this once to skip to the next track; 
Press and hold it down to fast-forward.
   Previous/Rewind :  
Press this once to return to the beginning of 
the previous track; Press and hold it down to 
rewind.
   Volume (up) :  
Use this to adjust the volume level in 16 steps.
   Volume (down) :  
Use this to adjust the volume level in 16 steps.
•  Some operations may not be supported depending on the player 
you are using.
•  When you pause operation using the receiver, the iPod® screen 
flashes approximately every 20 seconds. This is to prevent the 
power from automatically turning off, and it is not a malfunction.
•  The earphone volume depends on the receiver side, so changing 
the iPod® volume does not change the earphone volume.
•  Even if you change the volume with the receiver, the iPod® volume 
display does not change.
Winding up an operation session
 Press and hold the MIC button on the receiver for 6 seconds.
The receiver’s power is turned off, the pairing setting is released, and the lamp 
goes off.
 • The iPod®’s power turns off automatically.
Lamp
OFF
If you also establish pairing with a Bluetooth cellphone, you can receive calls to 
your Bluetooth cellphone while listening to music on your iPod®.
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Talking on your cellphone
Registering the device pair
In order to establish the wireless connection between the receiver and Bluetooth cellphone, the receiver and 
cellphone pair must be registered.
•  
Operations involving the receiver
 Press and hold the MIC button on the receiver for 2 seconds.
  The receiver’s power is turned on, and its lamp (red) starts blinking slowly.
 Press and hold the [-] button on the receiver for 6 seconds.
  The lamp (red) starts blinking rapidly.
Caution:   While the lamp (red) blinks rapidly (for about 60 seconds), register the pairing of the 
receiver and Bluetooth cellphone. Repeat step   if the lamp (red) starts blinking 
slowly.
•  
Operations involving the Bluetooth cellphone
 Using your cellphone, conduct a Bluetooth device search.
Caution:  •  
A list of detected devices is displayed on the cellphone screen, and “RP-BT10R 
Panasonic” is displayed for the receiver.
If “
RP-BT10R Panasonic
” is not displayed, repeat the procedure from step  .
 •  If you are requested to input the pass key, input “0000.”
Notes:  •  
For further details on conducting the Bluetooth device search, refer to the operating 
instructions of your cellphone.
 •  Once the pairing has been registered, it need not be registered again. 
 • 
 It may not be possible to register the pairing with some cellphones because they use 
a different data transfer format.
Setting the pair
In order to establish the wireless connection between the receiver and Bluetooth cellphone, the receiver and 
cellphone pair must first be registered.
Before operating the units, check the following points.
•  Has the pairing of the receiver and cellphone you are about to use been registered? (Refer to page 18.)
 Press and hold the MIC button on the receiver for 2 seconds.
  The receiver’s power is turned on, and its lamp (red) starts blinking slowly.
  Establish a “hands-free” connection by performing the Bluetooth 
connection operation on your cellphone.
•  When the pair setting is completed, the receiver’s lamp (blue) starts blinking 
slowly.
•  To establish pairing again after pairing has been released or the receiver’s 
power was turned off, press the MIC button on the receiver once, then check the 
connection with the cellphone.
Note:
•   For further details on the Bluetooth connection operation, refer to the operating instructions of your cellphone.
Hands
-free
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Talking on your cellphone
Talking on the phone
Receiving incoming calls
  You will hear the incoming call tone when someone calls 
the number of your cellphone.
-  To talk to the other party, Press the MIC button on the 
receiver.
-  To switch the call to your cellphone, Press and hold the 
MIC button on the receiver for 2 seconds after the 
call has been connected.
-  To refuse the call, Press and hold the MIC button on the receiver for 2 seconds during the call tone.
Hanging up
 Press the MIC button on the receiver. The call is now terminated.
Notes:  •   If you receive a call while music is playing on the iPod®, the iPod® music will be temporarily suspended, 
and you will hear the incoming call tone.
 •  When the call is terminated, the iPod® music will resume.
Adjusting the call volume
The call volume can be adjusted by pressing the [+] and [-] buttons.
Notes:  •  The call volume cannot be adjusted during call standby.
 •  You can select separate settings for the call volume level and music play level.
Winding up an operation session
 Disconnect the Bluetooth connection using your cellphone.
Note:  •  For further details on disconnecting the Bluetooth connection, refer to the operating 
instructions of your cellphone.
 Press and hold the MIC button on the receiver for 6 seconds.
  The receiver’s power is turned off, and its lamp (red) goes off.
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Listening to music on your cellphone
Setting the pair
In order to establish the wireless connection between the receiver and Bluetooth cellphone, the receiver and 
cellphone pair must first be registered.
Before operating the units, check the following points.
•   Has the pairing of the receiver and cellphone you are about to use been registered? (Refer to page 18.)
  Press and hold the MIC button on the receiver for 2 seconds.
  The receiver’s power is turned on, and its lamp (red) starts blinking slowly.
  Establish the “audio” connection by performing the Bluetooth 
connection operation on your cellphone.
  Perform the audio playback operation using the above cellphone.
  When the pair setting is completed, the receiver’s lamp (blue) starts blinking slowly.
 •  Perform the operation for transmitting to the Bluetooth device.
 •  The receiver starts receiving, and the playback sound can be heard through 
the earphones.
Note:  •  For further details on the Bluetooth connection, refer to the operating 
instructions of your cellphone.
MIC
Audio
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Listening to music on your cellphone
Operating the receiver
Once the pairing is set, the music play functions of your 
cellphone can be operated by remote control   .
(Same as for iPod®: page 16)
Notes:  •  Some cellphones may cancel the pairing when 
playback is stopped on the cellphone side while 
listening to music.
 •  
For further details on the operations after receiving 
a call while listening to music, refer to the operating 
instructions of your cellphone.
Winding up an operation session
  Disconnect the Bluetooth connection using your cellphone.
Note: •   For further details on disconnecting the Bluetooth connection, refer to the 
operating instructions of your cellphone.
  Press and hold the MIC button of the receiver for 6 seconds.
  The receiver’s power is turned off, and its lamp (red) goes off.
List of lamp displays
Receiver
Lamp Device status Remarks
Lights (purple) Now charging
Off Charging completed
Lights alternately blue and red. Low battery charge Under operation
Off While power is off
Blinks slowly (red) While power is on (no pairing) Power turns off after 3 minutes.
Blinks rapidly (red) When pairing is being set (*1)
Blinks slowly (blue) When pairing is set successfully
Blinks slowly (blue) When an incoming call is received
Blinks slowly (blue) While talking
*1 If the device that is trying to be connected cannot be found, the lamp blinks rapidly for a maximum of 60 seconds 
or so, after which it blinks slowly again.
Transmitter
Lamp Device status Remarks
Off While power is off
Blinks slowly (red) While power is on (no pairing) Power turns off after 3 minutes.
Blinks rapidly (red) When pairing is being set (*1)
Blinks slowly (blue) When pairing is set successfully
*1 If the device that is trying to be connected cannot be found, the lamp blinks rapidly for a maximum of 60 seconds 
or so, after which it blinks slowly again.
xxxxxxx
ㄦMIC
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Maintenance
The unit (receiver) uses a rechargeable nickel-hydrogen battery. (RP-BP65HP-1)
To protect the environment and conserve valuable resources, when disposing of the unit, remove its rechargeable 
nickel-hydrogen battery and take it to a recycling center.
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
•  Never use alcohol, paint thinner, or benzine to clean this unit.
•  Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.
How to dispose of the unit
How to remove the battery
•  When the rechargeable battery is to be replaced, consult with your dealer.
 Use a   screwdriver to undo the screw on the back panel of the 
unit (receiver), and remove the battery lid.
 Remove the rechargeable battery.
Caution:  •  Unless the unit is to be disposed of, do not remove the battery lid.
 •  Check that the rechargeable battery has completely discharged 
before removing it.
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Troubleshooting
Before requesting service, make the below 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 
“Panasonic / Technics Accessory Limited 
Warranty”
 on page 29. Take the unit when you visit your dealer.
Problem Possible cause and suggested remedy
I can’t hear any sound.
The sound is barely 
audible.
I hear a lot of noise.
The sound keeps breaking 
up.
• Something is wrong with the wireless communication.
• Is power being supplied to the unit and device connected to it?  (Is the unit’s lamp 
blinking in blue?)
•Have you temporarily suspended play using the receiver or iPod®?
• 
Has the transmitter been inserted all the way into the docking connector of the iPod
®
?
• Is the transmitter’s connector dirty?
• Has the input plug of the stereo earphones been inserted all the way (into the 
AUDIO OUT connector)?
• Is the plug dirty?
• Noise may be heard due to the effect of the cellphone.
• 
Depending on the specifications and settings of your cellphone, the sound may break 
up or data communication may not be possible when you operate your cellphone.
• Is a Bluetooth-enabled device other than this unit being used? Do not use the two 
devices at the same time.
The unit doesn’t work.
•
 Has the battery in the receiver or the device connected discharged? If it is, recharge it.
• No power is supplied while the unit is being charged.
• 
Connect the transmitter firmly to your iPod®, and reset the receiver. (The pairing 
information is not erased by this operation.) Then perform the pair setting again.
*  Reset operation: Insert a paper clip or other thin rod-type object into the hole on 
the receiver and press until there is the feeling of a button being pressed.
I can’t register the (pairing 
of the) device.
• 
Did you allow more than one minute to elapse after setting the unit to the device registration 
mode? The pair setting is automatically released if you allow more than one minute to elapse.
•
 Set the pairing with the unit and connected device placed as close to each other as possible.
I can’t use my cellphone 
to communicate.
• Is your cellphone set to auto response or answering machine mode?
• Have you set the volume level for the incoming tone and for receiving calls too low?
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Problem Possible cause and suggested remedy
The rechargeable battery is 
hot while it is being charged.
The battery will become somewhat hot: this is normal and not indicative of trouble.
I can’t connect a device 
even though I have 
already registered it.
<iPod®>
• Re-register the transmitter and receiver pairing.
1,  Connect the transmitter to the iPod®. 
2,  Press and hold the transmitter button for 2 seconds.
The transmitter’s lamp (red) starts blinking rapidly.
3,  Press and hold the MIC button on the receiver for 2 seconds.
The receiver’s power is now turned on, and the lamp (red) blinks slowly.
4,  Press and hold the [-] button on the receiver for 6 seconds.
The receiver and transmitter lamps (red) start blinking rapidly.
• 
When re-registering the pairing: Wait for about 7 seconds. Step 5 is not necessary.
•  When registering the pairing for the first time (when replacing the unit with a 
new one): Go to step 5.
5,  Press the transmitter button twice quickly.
When the pair setting has been re-registered, the transmitter lamp (blue) and 
receiver lamp (blue) will blink slowly.
If failed, power off both devices and try again.
<Cellphone>
Re-register the cellphone and receiver pairing. Refer to “Registering the device pair” 
on page 18.
Charging is not terminated 
even though the time for 
a complete charging has 
elapsed.
This process may take approximately 3 hours or so depending on the level of the 
battery’s remaining charge.
Charging stops 
immediately.
To prevent overcharging, repeated charging is not possible.
Before charging again after fully charging, use the unit for at least 20 to 30 minutes. 
(If charging is restarted immediately after fully charging, charging will automatically 
stop after about 1 minute.)
■If wireless communication is not possible or is disconnected, check the following.
a) Has the battery in the unit or connected device discharged?
b) Is power being supplied to the unit and device connected to it?
c)  If there is an obstacle between the receiver and the transmitter or connected device, avoid or remove it.
d)  Is a wireless device, microwave oven, etc. that operates on a frequency in the 2.4 GHz band being used near 
the receiver, transmitter or connected device?
e)  Place the receiver, transmitter and connected device as close to one another as possible.
f)  Change the position or direction of the receiver, transmitter or connected device.
g) Have you registered the device with the cellphone and transmitter?
h) Are the registered cellphone, transmitter and unit set to the wireless communication standby status?
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible cause and suggested remedy
I can use the unit only for 
a short time even after 
charging.
• 
The unit may be usable just for a short time when its battery is first charged or when 
it is charged after the unit has not been used for a prolonged period. The battery’s 
charging capability will be restored after a few charges.
• The battery will discharge if the power switch is kept at the “on” setting.
•
 If the play time available is extremely short even after the battery has been charged, 
it means that the rechargeable battery has reached the end of its service life (after 
about 300 charges). For more information on replacing the rechargeable nickel-
hydrogen battery, consult with your dealer.
The sound cut out while 
music was playing. • Did you receive mail or a message (R/F)? Check your cellphone.
Sound copyright-protected 
by SCMS-T (a copy 
protection technology) 
cannot be played.
• This is not supported by the unit.
• iPod®: The latest iPod® software versions are required.
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Specifications
● Bluetooth specification : version 2.0 
● Output : Power Class 2 
● Carrier frequency : 2.4 - 2.483 GHz 
● Operation distance : up to 10 m (33 ft.) 
●  Compatible Bluetooth Profiles : A2DP 
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), 
AVRCP 
(Audio Video Remote Control Profile)
, 
HSP (Head Set Profile), 
HFP (Hands Free Profile) 
● Audio Codec : SBC 
● Battery : Ni-MH (1.2 V, min 620 mAh)  
● Playback time : 4.5 hours 
● Charge time : 3 hours 
● Total cord length : 0.6 m (2.1 ft.) 
● Plug (Earphones) : 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) 
● Dimensions (W × H × D) : 
  Receiver   24.0 mm × 54.0 mm × 24.1 mm 
(15/16 in. × 2-1/8 in. × 15/16 in.)
Transmitter
  62.3 mm × 31.0 mm × 11.0 mm 
(2-7/16 in. × 1-1/4 in. × 7/16 in.)
● Mass (Weight) : 
  Receiver  Approx. 30.4 
 (1.1 oz.)
Transmitter
 Approx. 11.4   (0.4 oz.)
● AC Adaptor : 
   Input      AC 120 V, 60 Hz
   Output     DC 4.8 V, 720 mA
Power consumption
 6 W
*  Specifications are subject to changes without 
notices.
Listening caution
Do not play your earphones at a high volume. Hearing 
experts advise against continuous extended play.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce 
volume or discontinue use.
Pay attention to the surrounding environment 
(traffic) when using the earphones while walking.
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle.
It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many 
areas.
You should use extreme caution or temporarily 
discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing 
“comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. 
So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and 
harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by 
setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE 
your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
•  Start your volume control at a low setting.
•  Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it 
comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
• Leave it there.
FOR U.S.A.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of 
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic  Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, 
Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in 
materials or workmanship,  Panasonic Consumer Electronics 
Company or Panasonic  Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as 
"the warrantor") will,  for the length of the period as follows, which 
starts with the date of original purchase ("warranty period"), replace it 
with a new or a refurbished product.
During the "Parts" warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. 
You must carry-in or mail-in your product, during the warranty period. 
If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. 
This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in 
U.S.A. or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original 
purchaser of a new product which was not sold "as is". A purchase 
receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for 
warranty service.
Limited Warranty limits And Exclusions
 The warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or 
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or 
cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages 
which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products 
not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents,  
misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling,  misapplication, alteration, faulty 
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, 
improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, 
modification, rental use of the product, serviced by anyone other than 
a Factory ServiCenter or other Authorized Sevicer, or damage that is 
attributable to acts of Gods.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED 
UNDER "LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE".  THE WARRANTOR 
IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR 
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, 
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF GOODWILL, 
PROFITS OR REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR 
ANY ASSOCIATED  EQUIPMENT,  COST  OF  SUBSTITUTE 
EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME COSTS, OR CLAIMS OF ANY PARTY 
DEALING WITH BUYER FOR SUCH DAMAGES. (As examples, this 
excludes damages for lost time, cost of having someone remove or 
re-install an installed unit if applicable, travel to and from the servicer. 
The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.)  ALL 
EXPRESS AND IMPLIED  WARRANTIES,  INCLUDING  THE 
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE 
PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusions or limitations of incidental or 
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied 
warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have 
others rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this 
product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact 
your dealer or ServiCenter. If the problem is not handled to your 
satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's Consumer Affairs 
Department at the address listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE  WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS 
LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
AVC200704
Panasonic / Technics Accessory Limited Warranty
Product
Headphones, Earphones, Headset, 
Microphone, Speaker System, 
Cable, Rechargeable Battery
Parts
Ninety (90) days
Service
Carry-in or 
Mail-in
For assistance in U.S.A.,
please visit our Web Site at : http://www.pstc.panasonic.com
or, send your request by E-mail to : npcparts@us.panasonic.com
You may also contact us directly at : 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) or 
1-800-237-9080 (Fax) (Monday - Friday 9 am - 8 pm, EST.) 
Panasonic Service and Technology Company : 20421 84th 
Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032  ( For hearing or speech impaired 
TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277 )
For assistance in Puerto Rico, please contact at : (787) 750-4300 
(Phone) or (787) 768-2910 (Fax)  Panasonic  Puerto Rico, Inc.
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●  The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd. is under license. 
  Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
●  iPod® is a trademark of Apple Inc.,registered in the U.S. and other countries.
© 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in China
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Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com
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