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E-1IMPORTANT
“Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television
programmes, video tapes and other materials may
infringe the rights of copyright holders and
contravene copyright laws.”
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion or fire if battery is
mistreated.
• Replace only with same or specified type.
• Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire.
• Do not store in temperatures over 60 °C.
• Use specified charger for rechargeable
batteries.
• Do not recharge the battery if it is not a rechargeable type.
For memory back up battery
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.Replace only with the same or equivalent
type.
• Refer replacement back-up battery to qualified service personnel.
indicates safety information.

WARNING:
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY
FROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY
IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED
TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING
LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID
CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do not
install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in
cabinet or any other confined space. To prevent
risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to
overheating, ensure that curtains and any other
materials do not obstruct the ventilation.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,
USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
ONLY.
For U.S.A. and Canada
Operating precaution
Operation near any appliance which generates strong
magnetic fields may give rise to noise in the video and
audio signals. If this should be the case, deal with the
situation by, for instance, moving the source of the
magnetic fields away from the unit before operation.
A rechargeable battery that is recyclable powers the product you have pu\
rchased.
For U.S.A. - California Only
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perc\
hlorate Material–special
handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
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For U.S.A. and Canada
FCC NOTICE (USA)
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Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: AJ-PCS060G
Trade Name: PANASONIC
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaOne Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support contact: Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company 1-800-524-1448
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this dev\
ice must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instruc\
tions and do not make any unauthorized
modifications.
CAUTION:
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 protectio\
n against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequ\
ency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radi\
o 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 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 th\
at to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The user may find the booklet “Something About Interference” avail\
able from FCC local regional offices helpful.
FCC Warning:
To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use onl\
y shielded interface cables when
connecting to host computer or peripheral devices. Also, any unauthorize\
d changes or modifications to this equipment
could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as
they may be hazardous.
7. Water and Moisture — Do not use this video unit near water — for example near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near
a swimming pool, and the like.
8. Accessories — Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video
unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult,
and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and
should use a mounting
accessory recommended by
the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart
combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops,

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excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
9. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation
of the video unit and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered.
Never place the video unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface, or near or over a radiator or heat
register. This video unit should not be placed in a built-
in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions
have been adhered to.
10. Power Sources — This video unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or
local power company. For video units intended to be
operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to
the operating instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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E-3

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENTGROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA 
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC 
– NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
FCC Warning:  Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void t\
he user ’s
authority to operate.
11. Grounding or Polarization  — This video unit may be
equipped with either a polarized 2- wire AC
(Alternating Current) line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other) or 3-wire grounding type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.
The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
The 3-wire grounding type plug will fit into a grounding
type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.
12. 
Power-Cord Protection  — Power-supply cords should
be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding  — If an outside antenna
or cable system is connected to the video unit, be sure
the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Part 1 of the Canadian
Electrical Code, in USA Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, provides information with respect to
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, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
14.  Lightning  — For added protection of this video unit
receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to
the video unit due to lightning and power-line surges. 15. Power Lines 
— An outside antenna system should not
be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall
into such power lines or circuits. When installing an
outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16.  Overloading  — Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
17. Objects and Liquids  — Never push objects of any kind
into this video unit through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind onto the video unit.
18. Servicing  — Do not attempt to service this video unit
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service  — Unplug this video unit
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the video unit.
c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the video unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the video unit to its normal operation.
e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in performance  – this indicates a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts  — When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
21.  Safety Check  — Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this video unit, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the video unit
is in safe operating order.
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For EuropeOperating precaution
Operation near any appliance which generates strong
magnetic fields may give rise to noise in the video and
audio signals. If this should be the case, deal with the
situation by, for instance, moving the source of the
magnetic fields away from the unit before operation.
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion or fire if battery is mistreated.
• Replace only with same or specified type.
•  Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire.
•  Do not store in temperatures over 60  °C.
•  Use specified charger for rechargeable batteries.
•  Do not recharge the battery if it is not a
rechargeable type.
For memory back up battery
•  
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
•  Refer replacement back-up battery to qualified
service personnel.
WARNING:
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY
FROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY
IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED
TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING
LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID
CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do not
install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in
cabinet or any other confined space. To prevent
risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to
overheating, ensure that curtains and any other
materials do not obstruct the ventilation.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,
USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
ONLY.
IMPORTANT
“Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television
programmes, video tapes and other materials may
infringe the rights of copyright holders and
contravene copyright laws.”
indicates safety information.
DO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVERS BY UNSCREWING THEM.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the covers. No user \
serviceable parts inside. 
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Attention/Attentie
• Batteries are used for the main power source and memory back-up in the \
product.
At the end of their useful life, you should not throw them away.
Instead, hand them in as small chemical waste.
•  Voor de primaire voeding en het reservegeheugen van het apparaat wordt g\
ebruikgemaakt van een
batterij.
Wanneer de batterij is uitgeput, mag u deze niet gewoon weggooien, maar \
dient u deze als klein
chemisch afval weg te doen.

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Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equip\
ment (private
households)
This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that use\
d electrical andelectronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products\
 to designated collection
points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternati\
vely, in some countries
you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the \
purchase of an equivalent
new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources\
 and prevent any potential
negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwi\
se arise from
inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for fu\
rther details of your
nearest designated collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in acc\
ordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please conta\
ct your dealer or supplier for further
information.
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 authoriti\
es or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.

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Contents
Read this first!









E-1
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS E-2
Overview 












E-7
Features 












E-7
Included accessories 






E-7
Options 












E-7 For better performance







E-8
AJ-PCS060G  E-8
Hard disk  E-8
Cleaning  E-9
Maintenance  E-9
AC adapter  E-9
Battery pack  E-9
Getting Started
Control reference guide 





E-10
Front  E-10
Top  E-11
Right side  E-11
Left side  E-12
Back  E-12
Copying











E-13
Turning the unit ON and OFF E-13
Inserting P2 cards E-13
Ejecting P2 cards E-13Write-protection on P2 cards
E-14
HDD capacity indicator E-14
Battery level indicator E-15
Copying from P2 cards to the HDDE-15
Canceling copy operations E-17
Formatting 










E-17
Formatting P2 cards E-17
Formatting the HDD E-18
Auto power OFF during use 



E-18
Using the AJ-PCS060G
Connecting to a computer 




E-19
Overview of dedicated software


E-21
Starting and closing P2Store Manager


E-22
P2Store Manager screens 




E-23
HDD page  E-23
S.M.A.R.T page  E-25
Setup page  E-26
Upgrade page  E-27
Updating procedure E-28
Connecting to a Computer
ERROR LED display 






E-29
Troubleshooting 








E-31 Specifications










E-32
Troubleshooting and Reference
• Microsoft and the Microsoft logo, Windows are registered trademarks or t\
rademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and other countries. 
•  Apple, Macintosh, and the respective logos are registered trademarks or \
trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc. in the United States and other countries. 
•  Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corpo\
ration in the United States and
other countries. 
•  Other product names or corporate names in this manual are either tradema\
rks or registered trademarks
of their respective owners. In this manual, the trademark symbol  ™and registered symbol 
®are
omitted.  
						

							
E-7
Overview
1) Shock Resistance• If a disk operation (such as copying) is in progress when the sensor d\
etects that the unit
is hit or dropped, the hard drive head is automatically parked to protec\
t the disk and data. 
•  The hard disk is also protected by impact-absorbing materials. However, \
no guarantee
against damage or data loss is implied. 
The AJ-PCS060G is a dedicated portable hard disk unit for AJ-P2C series \
P2 memory cards. It
features a USB 2.0 (Type B) interface for data transfer with a compute\
r. 
Data from P2 camera-recorders can easily be copied to the 60 GB internal\
 hard disk. 
Options
•  Battery pack CGR-D16 (1,600 mAh)
CGA-D54 (5,400 mAh)
•  AC adapter AG-B15
Features
• P2 card slot 
•  Internal 2.5  60 GB hard disk
•  Improved shock resistance from an acceleration sensor and protective mat\
erials around the
hard disk 
1)
•  High-speed copying of P2 card data directly to the hard disk
•  Fast data transfer to a computer via the USB 2.0 cable 
Included accessories
• Install Manual ........................................................................\
....................................... ...............1
• Ferrite core ........................................................................\
......................................... .................1
• CD-ROM  [Includes P2 Driver, P2 Card Manager, Install Manual and Operating Instructions (this manual)] ......................................................1 
						

							
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ENGLISH
For better performance
The unit’s internal hard disk is protected by materials to withstand impact or dr\
ops better.
However, please understand that no guarantee against damage or data loss\
 is implied. 
AJ-PCS060G
The unit houses a hard disk drive ( “HDD ”). 
Take the following precautions during setup and use to protect the HDD a\
nd data stored on it
from data loss or interrupted operation. 
The HDD is a high-precision device. Operating conditions may pose a risk\
 of partial damage,
and in a worst-case scenario, there is a serious risk that data cannot b\
e read or recorded. 
Thus, please do not consider the internal HDD a permanent storage place \
for data. Use it as a
temporary storage device until you can back up data on other storage med\
ia. 
•  Do not subject the unit to vibration or impact during use. (Otherwise, \
the HDD may be
damaged.)
•  Do not use the unit where vibration occurs or put it on unstable surfac\
es.
•  Do not use it in enclosed areas without air circulation, where operating\
 heat cannot be
dissipated.
•  Do not subject it to extreme changes in temperature.
à Using the unit where the temperature changes suddenly poses a risk of co\
ndensation. Using
the unit with internal condensation may damage the HDD. Ensure a fairly \
constant room
temperature, where any temperature changes occur at less than 20 
°C (68  °F) per hour.
•  Do not use the unit in extremely humid places.
•  Do not remove the battery pack or unplug the AC adapter when the power \
is on. 
•  Before transferring the unit elsewhere, always turn the unit OFF by hold\
ing the [POWER] button
for at least 2 seconds and waiting for it to finish shutting down.
Wait until it has stopped moving completely (about 2 minutes), and pro\
tect it from vibration and
impact in transit. (After turned OFF, the HDD will continue spinning fr\
om inertia for a while.)
•  Do not use the unit at altitudes lower than  –90 m ( –300 feet or lower), or higher than 3,000 m
(10,000 feet or higher) above sea level.
As optional accessories, use a recommended battery pack and AC adapter.
Hard disk
Recorded data
If the HDD is damaged, data recorded on it will be lost. Always keep an \
extra copy of important
data on separate storage media. See page E-21 for instructions on backin\
g up data.
Erasure of HDD data before disposal or transference of the unit 
When you dispose of the unit or transfer it, we urge you to take respons\
ibility for erasing any
important data on the HDD. This will avoid any problems from leaked info\
rmation. 
Dispose of the HDD after bringing it near a strong magnetic field and br\
eaking it with a
hammer or other means to make it unreadable.
Note that Panasonic cannot be liable for data lost from HDD failure or o\
ther problems, or
for other direct or indirect loss.  
						

							
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For better performance (continued)
Never clean the unit with solvents such as benzene, thinner, or alcohol \
• Before cleaning, remove the battery pack or unplug the AC adapter. 
•  Cleaning the unit with solvents may damage the outer case or cause the \
paint to peel. 
•  Use a clean, soft dry cloth to wipe away dust or dirt. If the unit becom\
es quite dirty, wipe it with
a cloth dampened in diluted neutral detergent after wringing the cloth w\
ell. Use a dry cloth to
wipe it dry. 
•  If you use a chemically treated dust cloth, follow the precautions for \
use.
Use the optional AC adapter (AG-B15). 
Read the user’s manuals of all accessories carefully
before use.
Note: When using an AC adapter, attach the included ferrite core
near the base of the battery-type connector on the DC cable
connected to the unit. Be sure to wind the cable around the
ferrite core twice, as shown, at time of attachment.
If you do not use the ferrite core, other devices may be
affected by the unit.
AC adapter
Cleaning
The unit’s internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a high-performance par\
t that is subject to
maintenance.
To keep the unit in optimal condition, we recommend that you inspect it \
regularly and bring it to
the place of purchase for periodic maintenance. 
Ask your dealer for further details about periodic maintenance. 
Request periodic maintenance under this guideline. See page E-24 for ins\
tructions on checking
the operating time. 
Tips:• In some cases, the content of the HDD is cleared during maintenance, so\
 any data will be lost. 
Before maintenance, always back up needed data on separate storage media\
.   
Please understand that you will not be compensated for lost data. 
•  You will not be compensated for data stored on the HDD in the case of HD\
D failure. Lost data cannot be
recovered. 
The HDD is for temporary storage of data, and we recommend backing up ne\
eded data promptly.
Every 2,000 hours of use
Maintenance
Use the optional Battery pack. 
Read the users manuals of all accessories carefully before use.
Battery pack 

Battery-type connector
on the DC cable Ferrite core
Wind twice
around and
close it