3RQT7967IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead these operating instructions carefully before using theunit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and theapplicable safety instructions listed below. Keep theseoperating 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. Install in accordancewith the manufacturer’s instructions.8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heatregisters, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)that produce heat.9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized orgrounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades withone wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has twoblades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or thethird prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plugdoes not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician forreplacement of the obsolete outlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinchedparticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the apparatus.11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by themanufacturer.12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table specified by themanufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution whenmoving the cart/apparatus combination toavoid injury from tip-over.13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or whenunused for long periods of time.14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicingis required when the apparatus has been damaged in anyway, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquidhas been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, doesnot operate normally, or has been dropped.Product Service1. Damage requiring service — The unit should be servicedby qualified service personnel if:(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has beendamaged; or(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a markedchange in performance; or(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.2. Servicing — Do not attempt to service the unit beyond thatdescribed in these operating instructions. Refer all otherservicing to authorized servicing personnel.3. Replacement parts — When parts need replacing ensurethe servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer orparts that have the same characteristics as the original parts.Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, orother hazards.4. Safety check — After repairs or service, ask the servicer toperform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in properworking condition.Product informationFor product information or assistance with product operation:Contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at905-624-5505, or vist the website (www.panasonic.ca), or anauthorized Servicentre closest to you.Listening CautionSelecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve justpurchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’stime to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitementyour equipment offers. This manufacturer and the ElectronicIndustries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want youto get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safelevel. One that lets the sound come through loud and clearwithout annoying blaring or distortion--and, most importantly,without affecting your sensitive hearing.We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure toexcessive noise.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 levelBEFORE 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 comfortablyand clearly, and without distortion.Once you have established a comfortable sound level:≥ Set the dial and leave it there.Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearingdamage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening fora lifetime.EST. 1924