Panasonic RP-BTD10 - Digital Wireless Stereo Headphones Manual

Part names

The product illustrations may differ from the actual product.

1. Power /Pairing button
2. LED indicator light*
   • The number of blinks or color notifies the status of the unit.
     (* hereafter referred to as "LED")
3. Audio input terminal
   • Connect the detachable cord (supplied) to this terminal when using the unit as wired headphones.
4. Microphone
5. RESET hole
6. Charging terminal (DC IN)
   • Connect the USB charging cord (supplied) to this terminal when charging.
7. Call
8. NFC touch area
9. Previous
10. Volume +
11. Next
12. Volume –
13. Play/Pause
14. Left speaker
15. Right speaker

Note

• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
• Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user's ears.
• Do not use any other USB charging cords except the supplied one.
• Do not use any other detachable cords except the supplied one.
• When using the unit, do not cover the left speaker with the palm of your hand. The Bluetooth connection may be blocked.

Charging

The rechargeable battery (installed in the unit) is not charged initially. Charge the battery before using the unit.

1. Connect this unit to a computer using the USB charging cord
   • During charging, the LED on the left speaker will light in red. When charging is completed, the LED will go out.
   • Charging will take approximately 4.5 hours from empty state to fully charged.

Note

• The Bluetooth^® feature cannot be used when this unit is connected to a computer using the USB charging cord.
• Recharge in a room temperature between 10°C and 35°C (50ºF and 95ºF).
• The power cannot be turned on while charging.
• Do not use any other USB charging cords except the supplied one.

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

Turning the power on/off

1. Press and hold the power button for approximately 2 seconds
   • A beep will sound and the LED on the left speaker will blink.
     

To turn the power off

• Press and hold the power button for 2 seconds or more. A beep will sound and the power will be turned off.

Note

• When the unit is not operated for approximately 5 minutes, the power will automatically turn off. (See "Auto power off")

Connecting a Bluetooth^® device

To establish a wireless connection, register the unit with Bluetooth^® compatible devices.

Preparation on the Bluetooth^® device

• Turn on the power, and enable the Bluetooth® feature.
• Place the device within 1 m (3.3 feet) from the unit.
• Check the device operation in its operation instructions, as required.

Power on for the first time

1. Turn on the unit
   • The unit will start searching for the Bluetooth^® device to connect to, and the LED on the left speaker will blink in blue and red alternately. (Only one operation after purchase)
2. When the unit ("RP-BTD10") is detected by the Bluetooth^® device, select it
   • If prompted for a passkey, input "0000 (four zeros)".
   • If the Bluetooth® profile selection screen appears, select the "A2DP" profile. If "A2DP" is not supported or if you want to just use phone calls, select the "HSP" or "HFP" profile. (For details on profiles, see "Listening to music" and "Making a phone call")
3. Check the connection with the Bluetooth^® device on the unit
   • First the LED on the left speaker lights in blue and repeats on and off. When the connection is established, blinking pattern will change.

Connection after the second time

<Connect the same Bluetooth^® device>
When the unit is turned on, it will search for the previously setup Bluetooth^® device and automatically start connecting to it. First the LED on the left speaker lights in blue and repeats on and off. When the connection is established, blinking pattern will change.

<Connect a different Bluetooth^® device>
Disable the Bluetooth^® feature on the previously connected device. Check that the unit is turned off. Press and hold the pairing button for approximately 5 seconds. The unit will start searching for other Bluetooth^® device. The LED on the left speaker will blink in blue and red alternately. A beep will sound.
Continue steps 2 and 3.

Note

• If connection to a device is not established within approximately 5 minutes, the unit will be turned off. Start from step 1 again.
• 2 or more Bluetooth® devices cannot be connected to the unit at the same time.
• You can pair up to 8 devices with this unit. If a 9th device is paired, the device with the oldest connection will be replaced. To use it, pair it again.

One-Touch Connection (Connecting by NFC)

For NFC-compatible Android™ devices only
The NFC (Near Field Communication) feature allows this unit to connect easily to an NFC-compatible Bluetooth^® device. Just touch this unit with your Bluetooth^® device to automatically turn on this unit, pair the Bluetooth^® device, and establish a connection.

Preparation
Turn on the NFC feature of the Bluetooth^® device.

1. Start the application to play music/video on the Bluetooth® device
   • Follow on-screen instructions on your device.
2. Touch and hold your device on the NFC touch area of this unit (until a pop-up window on your device indicates that the connection is established)
   • The unit is turned on. First the LED on the left speaker lights in blue and repeats on and off. When the connection is established, blinking pattern will change.
   • If the connection is not established, change the position to touch.
3. Start playing music/video on your Bluetooth^® device

Connecting to another device
Touch this unit with another device to establish a new Bluetooth^® connection. The previously connected device will be automatically disconnected.

Listening to music

If the Bluetooth^® compatible device supports the "A2DP" and "AVRCP" Bluetooth^® profiles, music can be played back with remote control operations on the unit.

• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile): Transmits audio to the unit.
• AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile):
  Allows remote control of the device using the unit.

1. Connect the Bluetooth^® device and the unit
2. Select and play the music on the Bluetooth^® device
   • The selected music is output to the speakers of the unit.

Operating time of battery

Operating time may be less depending on the operating conditions.

Note

• Bluetooth® devices that support aptX^® can transmit higher quality music.

Attention

• The unit might leak sound depending on the volume level.
• When the volume is increased to near maximum level, music may sound distorted. Decrease the volume until the distortion is cleared.

Remote controlling

You can control the Bluetooth^® device using the unit.

• Depending on Bluetooth^® devices, some functions below do not work, or work differently via operation of the unit.

(Operation example)

Play/Pause
	Press	Play/Pause
Previous/Next
	Press during playback	Return to the start of current track
	Press and hold	Rewind
	Press during playback	Forward to the start of next track
	Press and hold	Fast forward
Volume
+	Press	Increase the volume
	Press and hold	Increase the volume continuously
−	Press	Decrease the volume
	Press and hold	Decrease the volume continuously

Note

• The volume can be adjusted in 15 levels.
  When the maximum or minimum volume is reached, a beep will sound.

Making a phone call

With Bluetooth^® enabled phones (cell phones or smartphones) that support the "HSP" or "HFP" Bluetooth^® profile, you can use the unit for phone calls.

• HSP (Headset Profile):
  This profile can be used to receive monaural sounds and establish two-way communication using the microphone on the unit.
• HFP (Hands-Free Profile):
  In addition to the HSP functions, this profile has the incoming and outgoing calls function.

1. Connect the Bluetooth^® enabled phone and unit
2. When answering an incoming call
   Press Call on the unit and answer the call
   • During an incoming call, ringtone will sound from the speaker and the LED will blink.
   • (HFP only) To reject the incoming call, press and hold Call until the ringtone stops.
     

When making an outgoing call
Make an outgoing call on the Bluetooth^® enabled phone

• Also refer to the operating manual for the Bluetooth enabled phone.
  (Checking and operation steps on the unit are explained below)
• During an outgoing call, ringtone will sound from the speaker and the LED will blink.
• To cancel the outgoing call, press Call .
  A beep will sound.
• (HFP only) When the phone is idle, press and hold Call for approximately 2 seconds. An outgoing call will be made to the last dialed number. One short click will sound from the speaker and the LED will blink.

3. Start talking
   • The LED will repeatedly blink 2 times during a call.
   • The volume can be adjusted during a phone call. For setting instructions, see the "Remote Control" section.
4. Press Call to end the phone call
   
   • A beep will sound.

Note

• There may be instances when hands free setting needs to be done on the Bluetooth^® enabled phone.
• Depending on the Bluetooth^® enabled phone, you may hear incoming and outgoing call ringtones of the phone from the unit.
• (HFP only) Press and hold the Call on the unit for approximately 2 seconds. The calling device will be switched between the Bluetooth® enabled phone and the unit.

Useful functions

Resetting the unit

This unit can be reset when all operations are rejected. Connect the unit to a computer using the USB charging cord. Then press the RESET hole with a thin, pointed object. Check that the LED (red) goes out. Keep pressing the RESET hole for approximately 5 seconds to reset the unit. All the previous operations will be canceled. (The pairing device information will not be deleted.)

Auto power off

If the unit is silent for approximately 5 minutes and operations for Bluetooth^® devices are idle during that period, a beep will sound and the power will be automatically turned off.

LED indicator light

When the battery level is low during use of the unit, the blue blinking LED on the left speaker will change to red. A beep will sound every 1 minute. When the battery runs out, the power will turn off.

Restoring to the factory settings

When you want to delete all pairing device information, etc., you can restore the unit to the factory settings (original settings upon purchase).

1. Turn off the unit
2. Press and hold the power button and Previous for 5 seconds or more simultaneously
   • The LED on the left speaker will light in red for approximately 2 seconds. The unit will restore to the factory settings.

Maintenance

Clean this unit with a dry and soft cloth.

• Do not use solvents including benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergent, a chemical wiper, etc. This might cause the exterior case to be deformed or the coating to come off.

About Bluetooth^®

Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/or information that is compromised during a wireless transmission.

Frequency band used
This unit uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band.

Certification of this unit

• This unit conforms to frequency restrictions and has received certification based on frequency laws. Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary.
• The actions below are punishable by law in some countries:
  • Taking apart/modifying the unit.
  • Removing specification indications.

Restrictions of use

• Wireless transmission and/or usage with all Bluetooth^® equipped devices is not guaranteed.
• All devices must conform to standards set by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
• Depending on the specifications and settings of a device, it can fail to connect or some operations can be different.
• This system supports Bluetooth^® security features. But depending on the operating environment and/or settings, this security may not be sufficient. Transmit data wirelessly to this system with caution.
• This system cannot transmit data to a Bluetooth® device.

Range of use
Use this unit at a maximum range of 10 m (33 feet).
The range can decrease depending on the environment, obstacles or interference.

Interference from other devices

• This unit may not function properly and troubles such as noise and sound jumps may arise due to radio wave interference if this unit is located too close to other Bluetooth^® devices or the devices that use the 2.4 GHz band.
• This unit may not function properly if radio waves from a nearby broadcasting station, etc. is too strong.

Intended usage

• This unit is for normal, general use only.
• Do not use this system near an equipment or in an environment that is sensitive to radio frequency interference (example: airports, hospitals, laboratories, etc.).

Safety precautions

Unit

• 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.

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.

Allergies

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

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 "Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)" if you reside in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico, or refer to "CONTACT INFORMATION" if you reside in Canada.

General

The unit does not respond

• Press RESET hole while connecting the USB charging cord to the charging terminal (DC IN).

Power supply and charging

Cannot charge the unit

• Make sure the computer is turned on and is not on standby or sleep mode.
• Is the USB port you are currently using working properly? If your 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.
• Is the LED blinking in red? There is a charging malfunction if the LED is blinking.
• If the LED is blinking fast in red even when the unit is being recharged in a room temperature within 10°C and 35°C (50 ºF and 95 ºF), the battery may have run down. (Number of recharging times of the included battery: Approximately 500.)

LED does not light during charging/Charging takes longer

• Is the USB charging cord (supplied) connected firmly to the USB terminal of the computer?

The power does not turn on

• Is the unit being charged? The power cannot be turned ON during charging.
• Is the detachable cord connected? The power cannot be turned on when the detachable cord is connected to the unit.

Bluetooth^® device connection

The device cannot be connected

• Delete the pairing information for this unit from the Bluetooth^® device, then pair them again.

Sound and audio volume

No sound

• Make sure that the unit and the Bluetooth^® device are connected correctly.
• 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.

Low volume

• Increase the volume of the unit.
• Increase the volume on the Bluetooth^® device.

Sound from the device is cut off/Sound quality is bad

• 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 (33 feet) 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.
• A communication problem may arise if the battery is not fully charged. Charge the unit.

Phone Calls

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.
• 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.
• If the volume of the other person's voice is too low, increase the volume of both the unit and the Bluetooth® enabled phone.

Specifications

1. It may be shorter depending on the operating conditions.
2. Time taken to recharge from empty to full.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(As of February 2014)

Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico:
To order accessories, refer to "Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)".

Only for Canada:
To order accessories, contact the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

• 1 Detachable cord [RFX0H75]
• 1 USB charging cord [RFX0H76]