Panasonic Digital Wireless Stereo Headphones Owner’s Manual

Basic Owner’s Manual
Manuel d’utilisation Fonctions de base

Model No. RP-HD305B

Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

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In Canada: www.panasonic.ca/english/support

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 does not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do does not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do does not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do does not defeat the safety purpose of the 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 the 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. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
    
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. 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.

Safety precautions

A lithium-ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). 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.
   FCC ID: ACJ-RP-HD305B
   Model: RP-HD305B
   IC: 216A-RPHD305B
   This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
   This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation exposure limitsset forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules as this equipment has very low levels of RF energy.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
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.
  Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
  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.

Suppliers Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: RP-HD305B
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark,
NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact: http://shop.panasonic.com/support

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

CONFORMS TO
UL STD. 60065
CERTIFIED TO CSA STD.
C22.2 NO. 60065
CONFORME À LA NORME CAN/CSA
C22.2 NO. 60065

Emergy Verified

Unit

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 the recommended accessories.
  
• Do not remove covers.
  
• Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
• Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat.
• Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
• Do not listen with this unit at high volume in places where you need to hear sounds from the surrounding environment for safety, such as at railroad crossings, and construction sites.
• Keep this unit away from something susceptible to magnetism. Such devices as a clock may not operate correctly.

Allergies

• Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the ear pads or any other parts that directly contact your skin.
• Continued use may cause rashes or other allergic reactions.

Use only the supplied USB charging cord when connecting to a computer.

Remove the right ear pad to view authentication information. (1)
Authentication information ( a) is indicated on the speaker plate portion (b), which becomes visible when the right ear pad (R side) is removed.
(2) To attach the ear pad, fit part d of the earpad into part c. (3) Do not pull the ear pad with force when attaching or removing.

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. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc.
QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.
Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries. aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., registered in the United States and other countries.
Other system names and product names appearing in this document are in general the registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective developer companies.
Note that the TM mark and® mark do not appear in this document.

Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR U.S.A.)

Panasonic Products Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product that was not sold “as is”.

Mail-In Service--Online Repair Request
Online Repair Request
T o submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at http://shop.panasonic.com/support

When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at http://shop.panasonic.com/support as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up-to-date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMERS WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits and Exclusions
This 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 that occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures that 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, the introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

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.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation 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 other 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 Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to:
Consumer Affairs Department
Panasonic Corporation of North America
661 Independence Pkwy
Chesapeake, VA 23320
PARTS AND SERVICES, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR CANADA)

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.

This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.

IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE A WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This 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 that occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures that 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, the introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT
WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.)

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory.

CONTACT INFORMATION
For product operation and information assistance, please visit our the Support page:
www.panasonic.ca/english/support
For defective product exchange within the warranty period, please contact the original dealer.

User memo:

Part names

1. Audio input terminal
2. [SOUND] button
3. [i] button
4. button
5. [j] button
6. Charging terminal (DC IN)
7. Power/pairing LED
8. [()] button*
9. Microphone
10. Ear pads
11. Raised dot indicating the left side
    *: Standby/ON

Charging

The rechargeable battery (installed in the unit) is not charged initially. Charge the battery before using the unit.
Connect this unit to a computer ( a) using the USB charging cord (supplied) (b).

• The power/pairing LED (c) lights in red when charging is in progress. When charging is completed, the power/pairing LED will
  go out.
• It takes approx. 5hours to charge the battery from empty to full.
• Check the direction of the terminals and plugin/out straight holding onto the plug. (It may result in malfunction by the deforming of the terminal if it is plugged in obliquely or in the wrong direction.)
• It is not possible to turn the power on or connect to Bluetooth® devices during charging.
• Make sure the computer is turned on and is not on standby or sleep mode.
• Do not use any other USB charging cords except the supplied one.
• When the battery level starts to run low, the blinking power/pairing LED will turn from blue to red, and as it drops further, you will be notified by one beep every 1minute.
  * When the battery runs out, an English guidance message will be heard and the power will turn off.
  *If you press [()] twice quickly, an English guidance message will be heard and you can check the battery level.

Turning the power on/off

Press and hold [()] (a) of this unit for approx.
3seconds until the power/pairing LED (blue) (b) blinks.

• A beep will sound, and the power/pairing LED (blue) will blink slowly.
  To turn the power off
  Press and hold [I()] for approximately 3seconds. An English guidance message will be heard, and the power will be turned off.
• If the unit is not connected to a Bluetooth® device, an English guidance message will be heard and turn off the unit automatically approximately 5minutes after you have stopped using it. (Auto power off)

Connecting a Bluetooth® device

Bluetooth ® pairing

1. In the power-off state, press and hold [()] of this unit until the power/pairing LED blinks.
   –When pairing a device for the first time: approx. 3seconds
   –When pairing a second or subsequent devices: approx. 5seconds
   • This unit will start to search for a Bluetooth® device to connect to, and the power/pairing LED will light alternately in blue and red.
2. Turn on the power of the Bluetooth® device, and enable the Bluetooth® function.
3. Select “RP-HD305B” (a) from the Bluetooth® device’s menu.
   • If prompted for a passkey, input the passkey “0000 (four zeros)” of this unit.
   • When the power/pairing LED (blue) blinks twice every approx. 2seconds, pairing (registration) is completed. (Connection established)
   • If the connection to a device is not established within approximately 5minutes, the unit will be turned off. Perform pairing again.

Connecting a paired Bluetooth® device

1. Turn on this unit.
2. Perform steps 2 and 3 of “Bluetooth ® pairing”. (→above)
   • When the power/pairing LED (blue) blinks twice every approx. 2seconds, pairing (registration) is completed. (Connection established)

Using the headphones

When using the functions below that are indicated with the [] mark, connect the Bluetooth® device and the unit.
Listening to music [] Select and play the music on the Bluetooth® device.
•The unit’s headphones will output the music or the audio of the video being played back.

Remote controlling (Available only if your Bluetooth® device supports “AVRCP” Bluetooth® profiles) [] (Operation example)

Play / Pause: Press [ ] ( a).
Increase the volume: Press [+] ( b).
Decrease the volume: Press [-] ( c).
Forward to the start of next track: Press [] twice quickly.
Return to the start of current track: Press [] three times quickly.
Fast forward: Press [] twice quickly; hold the second press.
Fast rewind: Press [] three times quickly; hold the third press.

• The volume can be adjusted in 31levels (16 levels during calls).
  When the maximum or minimum volume is reached, a beep will sound.
  Selecting the sound mode []
  This changes the sound quality of the music or video being played back.
  Press the [SOUND] ( d) button on this unit.
• Each press of this button changes the sound quality.
  –Bass Enhancer: Produces a more dynamic sound effect with enhanced bass.
  –Clear Voice: Produces a sound effect that makes human voices, such as vocals and dialogues, clear to listen to.
  –OFF: Turns off sound effects.
• The setting immediately before the power is turned off is stored.
• You will be notified by audio guidance when the mode is switched.
• This may not be effective depending on the music or video being played back.

Troubleshooting

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the checkpoints, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on the front page if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “CONTACT INFORMATION” on the front page if you reside in Canada.

No sound.

• Make sure that the unit and the Bluetooth ® device are connected correctly.(→ D )
• Check if music is playing on the Bluetooth® device.
• Make sure that the unit is turned on and the volume is not set too low.
• Pair and connect the Bluetooth® device and the unit again. (→ D )
• Check if the Bluetooth® compatible device supports the “A2DP” profile. For details on profiles, see “Listening to music” in “Owner’s Manual (PDF format)”. Also, refer to the operating manual for the Bluetooth® compatible device.
• If there is more than one active Bluetooth® device around this unit, it may be connected to the wrong one, so check that it is connected to the correct one.
  Low volume.
• Increase the volume of the unit. (→ E )
• Increase the volume on the Bluetooth® device.
  The sound from the device is cut off. / Too much noise. / Sound quality is bad.
• The sound may be disrupted if signals are blocked. Do not fully cover this unit with the palm of your hand, etc.
• The device may be out of the 10 m (33ft.) communication range. Move the device closer to this unit.
• Remove any obstacle between this unit and the device.
• Switch off any wireless LAN device when not in use.

The device cannot be connected.

• Delete the pairing information for this unit from the Bluetooth® device, then pair them again. (→ D )

You cannot hear the other person.

• Make sure that the unit and the Bluetooth ® enabled phone are turned on.
• Check if the unit and the Bluetooth® enabled phone are connected.(→ D )
• Check the audio settings of the Bluetooth® enabled phone. Switch the calling device to the unit if it is set to the Bluetooth® enabled phone. (→ D )
• If the volume of the other person’s voice is too low, increase the volume of both the unit and the Bluetooth ® enabled phone.
  Cannot make a phone call.
• Check if the Bluetooth® compatible device supports the “HSP” or “HFP” profile. For details on profiles, see “Listening to music” and “Making a phone call” in “Owner’s Manual (PDF format)”. Also, refer to the operating manual for the Bluetooth® enabled phone.
  The unit does not respond.
• This unit can be reset when all operations are rejected. To reset the unit, connect the unit to a computer using the USB charging cord. (The pairing device information will not be deleted.)
• The power cannot be turned on when the detachable cord (supplied) is connected.(→ E )

Cannot charge the unit.

• Is the USB port you are currently using working properly? If your the computer has other USB ports, unplug the connector from its current port and plug it into one of the other ports.
• If the measures mentioned above are not applicable, unplug the USB charging cord and plug it in again.
• If the charge time and operating time become shortened, the battery may have run down. (Number of charging times of the installed battery: Approximately 300)
  The power/pairing LED does not light during charging. / Charging takes longer.
• Is the USB charging cord connected firmly to the USB terminal of the computer? (→ B )
• Make sure to charge at a room temperature between 10oC and 35oC (50oF and 95oF).
  The power does not turn on.
• Is the unit being charged? The power cannot be turned ON during charging. (→ B )
• The power cannot be turned on when the detachable cord (supplied) is connected. (→ E )
  The audio guidance language has changed.
• The audio guidance language can be switched. (Press and hold [j] and
  [()] for at least 5seconds.) It is possible to switch the audio guidance between English and French.

Specifications

General

Bluetooth® sectio

Headphone section

Speaker section

1. It may be shorter depending on the operating conditions.
2. The time required to charge the battery from empty to full.
   • Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
http://shop.panasonic.com

TQBM0496
F0319SK1039

More detailed operating instructions are available in “Owner’s Manual (PDF format)”.
To read it, download it from the website.
https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/accessories/oi/rp_hd300b/
•Click the desired language.

https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/accessories/oi/rp_hd300b/

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Only for the U.S.A.:
To order accessories, refer to “Limited Warranty” on the rear page.
Only for Canada:
To order accessories, contact the dealer from whom you
have made your purchase.
1xUSB charging cord
1xDetachable cord

Expressions used in this document

• The product illustrations may differ from the actual product.