Panasonic AG-520F User Manual

1  POWER SOURCE CAUTION
  Operate only from power source indicated on unit or in 

this manual. If uncertain, have your Electric Utility 
Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify 
your home power source.

2  POWER CORD PLUG
  For safety, this unit has a polarized type plug (one 

wide blade), or a three-wire grounding type plug. 
Always hold the plug fi rmly and make sure your hands 
are dry when plugging in or unplugging the AC power 
cord. Regularly remove dust, dirt, etc. on the plug.

POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
The plug fi ts into outlet one way. If it cannot be fully 
inserted, try reversing it. If it still will not fi t, have an 
electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not tamper 
with the plug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
The plug requires a three-hole grounding outlet. 
If necessary, have an electrician install the proper outlet. 
Do not tamper with the plug.

3  POWER CORD
  To avoid unit malfunction, and to protect against 

electrical shock, fi re or personal injury:

  -  Keep power cord away from heating appliances and 

walking traffi c. Do not rest heavy objects on, or roll 
such objects over the power cord.

  -  Do not tamper with the cord in any way.
  -  An extension cord should have the same type plug 

(polarized or grounding) and must be securely 
connected.

  -  Overloaded wall outlets or extension cords are fi re 

hazards.

  -  Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or 

cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should 
be replaced by a qualifi ed electrician.

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
  Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat 

generated during operation. If blocked, heat 
build-up may result in a fi re hazard or heat damage to 
cassettes.

  For your protection:
  a. Never cover ventilation slots while unit is ON, or 

operate unit while placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or 
other soft surface.

  b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case or 

rack, unless properly ventilated.

 

Do not place unit over or near a heater or ra di a tor, in 
di rect sunlight, etc. If unit is sud den ly moved from a 
cold place to a warm place, mois ture may condense in 
unit and on the tape caus ing damage.

6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
  •  Never place unit on support or 

stand that is not fi rm, level, and adequately strong. 
The unit could fall causing serious injury to a child or 
adult and damage to the unit.

  •  Move any appliance and cart 

combination with care. Quick 
stops, excessive force, and 
uneven 
surfaces may cause objects to 
overturn.

  •  Carefully follow all operating 

instructions.

Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a new location, 
refer again to the INSTALLATION section of these safe guards.

1  KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE, 

such as vases, sinks, tubs, etc.

unplug unit and have it inspected by a qualifi ed service 
technician before use.

3  ELECTRICAL STORMS
  During a lightning storm, or before leaving unit unused for 

extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the 
power source as well as the antenna and cable system.

4  WHEN UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
  •  DO NOT OPERATE IF:
  -  liquid has spilled into unit.
  -  unit was dropped or otherwise damaged.
  -  unit emits smoke, malodors, or noises.
  Immediately unplug unit, and have it inspected by a service 

technician to avoid potential fi re and shock hazards.

  •  Never drop or push any object through openings in unit. 

Touching internal parts may cause electric shock or fi re 
hazard.

  •  Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from unit to 

avoid electrical interference.

5  USING ACCESSORIES
  Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to 

avoid risk of fi re, shock, or other hazards.

6 CLEANING UNIT
  Unplug unit. Use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to 

gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning fl uids, 
aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into unit 
and cause electrical shock. Any substance, such as wax, 
adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to 
greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal 
parts.

1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT YOURSELF
  If, after carefully following detailed operating in struc tions, the unit 

does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove 
covers, or make any adjustments not described in the manual. 
Unplug unit and contact a qualifi ed service tech ni cian.

2 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
  Make sure the service technician uses only parts specifi ed by the 

manufacturer, or have equal safety char ac ter is tics as original 
parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes may result in fi re, 
electric shock, or other hazards.

3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING
  After unit is serviced or repaired, request that a through safety 

check be done as described in the manufacturer’s service 
literature to ensure video unit is in safe operating condition.

1  SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
  An outside antenna or cable system must be properly grounded to 

provide some protection  against built up static charges  and voltage. 
Section 810 of  the National Electrical Code,  ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada,  
part 1 of the Canadian  Electrical 
Code) provides  information 
regarding proper  grounding of 
the mast and supporting 
structure, grounding of the 
lead-in wire to an antenna 
discharge unit, size of grounding 
conductors, location of antenna 
discharge unit, con nec tion to 
grounding electrodes, and 
requirements for the grounding electrode.

  Locate an outside antenna system well away from power lines and 

electric light or power circuits so it will never touch these power sources 
should it ever fall. When installing antenna, absolutely never touch power 
lines, circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.