Panasonic Digital Video Camcorder PV-GS36 Operating Instructions

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„ LCD Monitor/Viewfinder/Lens Hood 
LCD Monitor•  In a place with drastic temperature changes, 
condensation may form on the LCD Monitor. Wipe 
it with a soft dry cloth.
•  If your Camcorder is extremely cold when you turn 
its power on, the image on the LCD Monitor is 
slightly darker than usual at first. However, as the 
internal temperature increases, it goes back to the 
normal brightness.
  Viewfinder•  Do not direct the Viewfinder or Lens to the sun. 
Internal components may be seriously damaged.
• 
When the Camcorder is used with a large capacity 
Battery attached to it, it is not practical to look in the 
Viewfinder from behind the Battery.
Lens Hood•  When you wish to attach the Tele Conversion 
Lens (not supplied), Wide Conversion Lens (not 
supplied), MC Protector (not supplied), or ND Filter 
(not supplied), rotate these in a clockwise direction.
•  If you push the [W/T] Lever toward [W] during 
recording with the filter and conversion lens 
attached to the Camcorder, 4 corners of the 
image may become dark (vignetting). For details, 
please refer to the operating instructions of your 
accessories.
Before Requesting Service 
(Problems and Solutions)
Power/Body
The Camcorder power cannot be turned on.
•  Is the battery fully charged? Use a fully charged 
battery.
•  The battery protection circuit may have operated. 
Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 
10 seconds. If the Camcorder still cannot be used, 
the battery is faulty.
•  Is the LCD Monitor or the Viewfinder open?
The Camcorder power is turned off 
automatically.
•  If you set [  POWER SAVE] to [5 MINUTES] 
and do not operate the Camcorder for about 
5 continuous minutes, the power is automatically 
turned off for tape protection and power 
conservation. To resume recording, turn the [OFF/
ON] switch to [OFF]. Then turn it to [ON] again. 
(p. 23) Also, if you set [ 
 POWER SAVE] to 
[OFF], the power does not automatically turn off.
The Camcorder power does not stay on long 
enough.
•  Is the battery low? If the remaining battery power 
indication is flashing or the message [LOW 
BATTERY] is displayed, the battery has run 
down. Charge the battery or attach a fully charged 
battery. (p. 12)
•  Has condensation occurred? When you carry the 
Camcorder from a cold place into a warm place, 
condensation may occur inside it. If so, the power 
is turned off automatically, disabling all operations 
except for taking cassettes out. Wait until the 
condensation indication disappears. (p. 59)
Battery runs down quickly.•  Is the battery fully charged? Charge it with the AC 
adaptor. (p. 11)
•  Are you using the battery in an extremely cold 
place? The battery is affected by ambient 
temperature. In cold places, the operating time of 
the battery becomes shorter.
•  Has the battery worn out? The battery has a 
limited life. If the operating time is still too short 
even after the battery is fully charged, depending 
on the usage, the battery has worn out and can no 
longer be used. Extremely high precision technology is employed 
to produce the LCD Monitor screen featuring a 
total of approximately 105,000 pixels. The result 
is more than 99.99 % effective pixels with a 
mere 0.01 % of the pixels inactive or always lit. 
However, this is not a malfunction and does not 
affect the recorded picture.
Extremely high precision technology is employed 
to produce the Viewfinder screen featuring a 
total of approximately 113,000 pixels. The result 
is more than 99.99 % effective pixels with a 
mere 0.01 % of the pixels inactive or always lit. 
However, this is not a malfunction and does not 
affect the recorded picture. 
						

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Auto focus function does not work.•  Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus 
mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted.
•  There are some recording subjects and 
surroundings for which the auto focus does not 
operate correctly. (p. 64) If so, use the manual 
focus mode to adjust the focus. (p. 38) 
•  Is the MagicPix function set? When the MagicPix 
function is working, focusing shifts into the manual 
mode.
Indications
A sentence is displayed in red or yellow in 
the screen center.
•  Read the contents and respond to them. (p. 57)
The remaining tape time indication 
disappears.
•  The remaining tape time indication may disappear 
temporarily during Still Advance Playback or other 
operation. If you continue ordinary recording or 
playback, the indication is restored.
The remaining tape time Indication does not 
match the actual remaining tape time.
•  If scenes of less than 15 seconds are continuously 
recorded, the remaining tape time cannot be 
correctly displayed.
•  In some cases, the remaining tape time indication 
may show remaining tape time that is 2 to 
3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape 
time.
A function indication such as mode 
indication, remaining tape time indication, or 
time code indication is not shown.
• If you set [  SETUP] >> [  DISPLAY] >> [OFF], 
indications other than the tape running condition, 
warning, and date indications disappear.
Playback (Sound)
Sound is not played back from the built-in 
speaker of the Camcorder.
•  Is the volume too low? During playback, push 
the [–  / VOL +] lever to display the volume 
indication and adjust it. (p. 39)
Different sounds are reproduced at the same 
time.
•  Have you set [  SETUP] >> [  12bit AUDIO] >> 
[MIX]? If you set [  AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] and 
dub audio to a recorded tape, you can hear the 
sound on recording and the sound dubbed at a 
later time. To hear the sounds separately, set to 
[ST1] or [ST2]. (p. 39)
•  Have you set [ 
 SETUP] >> [  AUDIO OUT] >> 
[STEREO] and reproduced a picture containing 
the main sound and sub sound? Set to [L] to hear 
main sound, and set to [R] to hear the sub sound. 
(p. 23)
The Camcorder cannot be operated though 
powered up.
The Camcorder does not operate normally.
•  The Camcorder cannot be operated unless you 
open the LCD Monitor or extend the Viewfinder.
•  Remove the cassette and then press the 
[RESET] button. (p. 64) If normal conditions 
are not restored yet, turn off the power. Then, 
about 1 minute later, turn on the power again. 
(Conducting the above operation when the Access 
Lamp is on may destroy the data on the card.)
The cassette cannot be removed.•  Does the power lamp comes on when opening the 
cassette cover? (p. 14) Make sure that the battery 
and the AC adaptor are properly connected. 
(p. 11)
•  Is the battery in use discharged? Charge the 
battery and remove the cassette.
•  Close the cassette cover completely, and fully 
open it again. (p. 14)
No operation other than cassette removal 
can be performed.
•  Has condensation occurred? Wait until the 
condensation indication disappears. (p. 59)
Recording
Recording does not start although power is 
supplied to the Camcorder and the cassette 
is correctly inserted.
•  Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on 
the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), 
recording cannot be performed. (p. 15)
•  Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new 
cassette.
•  Is the Recording Mode set? When in the Playback 
Mode, recording cannot be performed. (p. 25)
•  Has condensation occurred? No operation other 
than cassette removal can be performed when 
condensation occurs. Wait until the condensation 
indication disappears. (p. 59)
•  Is the cassette cover open? If the cover is open, 
the Camcorder may not operate normally. Close 
the cassette cover. (p. 14)
The screen has changed suddenly.•  Has the demonstration started? In the Tape 
Recording mode, if you set [  DEMO MODE] 
>> [ON] without inserting a cassette or a card, 
the demonstration starts. For normal use, set this 
function to [OFF]. (p. 24)
A cassette cannot be inserted.•  Has condensation occurred? Wait until the 
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Others
The indication disappears, the screen is 
frozen, or no operation can be performed.
•  Turn off the power to the Camcorder. If the power 
cannot be turned off, press the [RESET] button 
(p. 64), or detach the battery or AC adaptor and 
then reattach it. After that, turn on the power 
again. If normal operation is still not restored, 
detach the power connected, and consult the 
dealer who you purchased the Camcorder from.
[PUSH THE RESET SWITCH] is displayed.•  An irregularity in the Camcorder has been 
automatically detected. Remove the cassette or 
the card for data protection and then press the 
[RESET] Button with the protection on the Lens 
Cap. The Camcorder will be activated.
•  An irregularity in the Camcorder has been 
automatically detected. Remove the cassette or 
the card for data protection and then press the 
[RESET] Button. The Camcorder will be activated.
•  If you do not press the [RESET] Button, the power 
to the Camcorder is turned off automatically about 
1 minute later.
•  Even after you press the [RESET] button, the 
indication may still appear repeatedly. If so, 
the Camcorder needs repair. Detach the power 
connected, and consult the dealer who you 
purchased the Camcorder from. Do not attempt to 
repair the appliance by yourself.
Even if connected by the USB cable, the 
Camcorder is not recognized by the PC.
•  Is the USB driver installed? For information, refer 
to pages 47~48.
When the USB cable is disconnected, an 
error message will appear on PC.
•  For Windows: To disconnect the USB cable 
safely, double-click the [] icon in the task tray 
and follow the instructions on the screen.
•  For Macintosh: To disconnect the USB cable 
safely, drop the [NO_NAME] icon which appeared 
when you connected the Camcorder with the USB 
Cable into the recycle bin.
Playback (Pictures)
Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images 
during cue or review playback.
•  This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video 
systems. It is not a malfunction.
Horizontal stripes appear on images during 
cue and review playback.
•  Horizontal stripes may appear depending on the 
scene, but this is not a malfunction.
Although the Camcorder is correctly 
connected to a TV, playback images cannot 
be seen.
•  Have you selected video input on the TV? 
Please read the operating instructions of your TV 
and select the channel that matches the input 
terminals used for the connection.
Playback picture is not clear.•  Are the heads of the Camcorder dirty? If the 
heads are dirty, playback image cannot be clear. 
Clean the heads by using the head cleaner for 
digital video. (p. 59)
•  If the terminal for the AV cable is soiled, noises 
may appear on the screen. Wipe the soil off the 
terminal with a soft cloth, and then connect the 
cable to the AV terminal.
•  Is a picture containing a copyright protection 
signal (copy guard) being recorded? When 
a protected picture is played back by the 
Camcorder, mosaic-like patterns appear on the 
picture.
Card
Recorded pictures are not clear.
•  Have you set [  BASIC] >> [  PICT. QUALITY] 
>> [  (Normal)]? If recording is done with it set 
to [  (Normal)], pictures with fine details may 
include a mosaic-like pattern. Set [  PICT. 
QUALITY] >> [  (High)]. (p. 27)
A file recorded on a card cannot be deleted.•  Is the file locked? Locked files cannot be deleted. 
(p. 43)
•  For the SD Memory Card, if its write protect switch 
is set to [LOCK], then deletion is disabled. (p. 15)
Photoshot playback images do not look 
normal.
•  The picture may be damaged. In order to prevent 
the loss of image data, backing up on a cassette 
or a personal computer is recommended.
Even if a card is formatted, it cannot be used.•  Either the Camcorder or the card may be 
damaged. Please consult a dealer.
During playback, [UNPLAYABLE CARD] is 
displayed.
•  The image was either recorded in a different 
format, or data is damaged. 
						

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Using the RESET button
2  Undo Grip Belt end 1 and pull Lens Cap 
Cord 2 downward to loosen Grip Belt.
3 Use projection 3 on the Lens Cap to press 
the [RESET] Button 4.
Explanation of Terms
„ Digital Video SystemIn a digital video system, images and sounds are 
converted into digital signals and recorded on a 
tape. This complete digital recording is capable of 
recording and playback with minimal image and 
sound deterioration.
In addition, it automatically records data, such as 
Time Code and Date/Time, as digital signals.
Compatibility with S-VHS or VHS CassettesBecause this Camcorder employs a digital system for 
recording image and sound data, it is not compatible 
with conventional S-VHS or VHS video equipment 
that employs an analog recording system.
The size and shape of the Cassettes are also 
different.
Compatibility with Output SignalsBecause AV signal output from the AV signal output 
Jack is analog (the same as conventional video 
systems), this Camcorder can be connected with 
S-VHS or VHS video or a TV for playback.
„ Focus 
Auto Focus AdjustmentThe Auto Focus System automatically moves 
forward and backward the focusing lens inside the 
Camcorder to bring the subject into focus so that the 
subject can be seen clearly.
However, the Auto Focus System does not function 
properly for the following subjects or under the 
following recording conditions.
Please use the Manual Focus Mode instead.
1)  Recording a subject whose one end is 
located closer to the Camcorder and the 
other end farther away from it
•  Because Auto Focus makes adjustments at 
the center of an image, it may be impossible 
to focus on a subject that is located in both 
foreground and background.
2)  Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty 
glass
•  Because the focus is on the dirty glass, the 
subject behind the glass will not be focused.
3)  Recording a subject in dark surroundings•  Because the light information that comes 
through the lens decreases considerably, the 
Camcorder cannot focus correctly.
4)  Recording a subject that is surrounded by 
objects with glossy surfaces or by highly 
reflective objects
•  Because the Camcorder focuses on the objects 
with glossy surfaces or on highly reflective 
objects, the subject may become blurry.
5)  Recording a fast-moving subject•  Because the focus lens-inside moves 
mechanically, it cannot keep up with the 
fast-moving subject.
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3
1  Open the LCD Monitor.
The Warning/Alarm indication [  ] appears 
when the Camcorder is operated in the Web 
Camera mode.
•  Did you press the [MENU] Button, the Recording 
Start/Stop Button or the [PHOTO SHOT] Button? 
You cannot use the menu or record onto the 
Tape/Card in the Web Camera mode.
•  Did you attempt to play a tape without inserting it? 
Insert a tape.
•  Did you attempt to play a tape with copyright 
protection (copy guard)? Pictures of the tape 
with copyright protection (copy guard) cannot be 
displayed on the PC. (The audio of the tape can 
be played.)
•  Is the USB Driver installed? (pp. 47~48) 
						

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6)  Recording a subject with little contrast•  Because the Camcorder achieves focus based 
upon the vertical lines of an image, a subject 
with little contrast, such as a white wall, may 
become blurry.
„  Time CodeTime Code signals are data that indicate time 
measured in hours, minutes, seconds, and frames
(30 frames per second). If this data is included in a 
recording, an address is assigned to each image on 
the tape.
•  The Time Code is automatically recorded as a part 
of the sub-code at each recording.
•  When a new (previously unrecorded) Cassette is 
inserted, the Time Code automatically starts from 
zero. If a recorded Cassette is inserted, the Time 
Code picks up from the point where the last scene 
was recorded. (In this case, when the Cassette 
is inserted, the zero display [0h00m00s00f] may 
appear, but the Time Code starts from the previous 
value.)
•  The Time Code cannot be reset to zero.
•  Unless the Time Code is continuously recorded 
from the beginning of a tape, accurate editing may 
not be possible. To ensure that the Time Code will 
be recorded with no breaks, we recommend the 
use of the Blank Search Function (p. 26) before 
recording a new scene. 
						

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Specifications
Digital CamcorderInformation for your safety
AC Adaptor
Information for your safety
Mass and dimensions are approximate values.
Specifications may change without prior notice. Recording Format:
Mini DV (Consumer-use Digital Video SD 
Format) 
Tape Used:
6.35 mm digital video tape
Recording/Playback Time:
SP: 80 min.; LP: 120 min. (with DVM80)
Video
Recording System:
Digital Component
Television System:
EIA Standard: 525 lines, 60 fields NTSC color 
signal
Audio
Recording System:
PCM Digital Recording
16 bit (48 kHz/2ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4ch)
Image Sensor:
1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor
Lens:
Auto Iris, F1.8 to F3.9, Focal Length; 1.9-57 mm, 
Macro (Full Range AF)
Filter Diameter:
30.5 mm
Zoom:
30:1 Power Zoom
Monitor:
2.5-inch LCD
Viewfinder:
Color Electronic Viewfinder
Microphone:
Stereo
Speaker:
1 round speaker 20 mm
Standard Illumination:
1,400 lx
Minimum Required Illumination:
2 lx (MagicPix Mode)
Video Output Level:
1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Audio Output Level (Line):
316 mV, 600 Ω
Mic Input:
Mic sensitivity -50 dB (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
USB:
Card reader/writer function, USB 2.0 compliant
(Full-Speed)
No copyright protection supportPower Source:
DC 7.9/7.2 V
Power Consumption:
Recording
4.2 W
Digital Interface:
DV Input/Output Jack (IEEE1394, 4-pin)
Dimensions:
Approx. 69 (H) × 82 (W) × 120 (D) mm
Approx. 2-11/16 (H) × 3-1/4 (W) × 4-3/4 (D) inch
Mass:
Approx. 0.41 kg (0.90 lbs.)
(without Battery and DV cassette)
Operating Temperature:
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Operating Humidity:
10 % to 80 %
Card Memory Functions
Recording Media:
SD Memory Card 
(8 MB /16 MB /32 MB /64 MB / 128 MB /256 MB 
/512 MB /1 GB/2 GB (Maximum))
Still picture recording file format:
JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, 
based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF 
corresponding
Still Image Size:
640 × 480 pixels (VGA)
WEB Camera
Compression:
Motion JPEG
Image Size:
320 × 240 pixels (QVGA)
Power Source:
AC 110 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption:
19 W
DC Output:
DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Camcorder Operation)
DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery Charging)
Dimensions:
61 (W) × 32 (H) × 91 (D) mm
2-6/16 (W) × 1-4/16 (H) × 3-9/16 (D) inch
Mass:
Approx. 0.11 kg (0.24 lbs.)
Please confirm the latest information on the 
following website.
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs
(This Site is English only.) 
						

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  Camcorder Accessory System
Accessory # Figure Description Price
PV-DAC14AC Adaptor with AC Cable and DC CablesCall For 
Pricing
CGR-DU06A/1B
640 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery 
PackCall For 
Pricing
CGA-DU12A/1B
1 150 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion 
Battery PackCall For 
Pricing
CGA-DU21A/1B
2 040 mAh/Rechargeable Lithium Ion 
Battery PackCall For 
Pricing
PV-DDC9
DV Interface Cable (i.LINK)
(4-pin to 4-pin)$55.00
RP-SDK02GU1A
RP-SDK01GU1A
RP-SDK512U1A
RP-SDH256U1A
RP-SDQ02GU1A
RP-SDQ01GU1A
RP-SD512BU1A
RP-SD256BU1A
RP-SD128BU1A
RP-SD064BPPA
RP-SD032BPPA
Pro High Speed 2 GB SD Memory Card
Pro High Speed 1 GB SD Memory Card
Pro High Speed 512 MB SD Memory Card
Super High Speed 256 MB SD Memory CardHigh Speed 2 GB SD Memory Card
High Speed 1 GB SD Memory Card
High Speed 512 MB SD Memory Card
High Speed 256 MB SD Memory Card
High Speed 128 MB SD Memory Card
High Speed 64 MB SD Memory Card
High Speed 32 MB SD Memory CardCall For 
Pricing
BN-SDPC3E
SD PCMCIA Adaptor
(compatible with MultiMediaCard)Call For 
Pricing
PV-HB002
Carrying CaseCall For 
Pricing
•  Please refer to page 68, when placing an order.
*NOTE:  Accessories and/or model numbers may vary by country. Please consult your local 
dealer. 
						

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TO OBTAIN ANY OF OUR CAMCORDER ACCESSORIES YOU CAN DO ANY OF THE 
FOLLOWING:
VISIT YOUR LOCAL PANASONIC DEALER
OR
CALL PANASONIC’ S ACCESSORY ORDER LINE AT 1-800-332-5368 
[6 AM-5 PM M-F, 6 AM-10:30 AM SAT, PACIFIC TIME]
OR
MAIL THIS ORDER TO: PANASONIC SERVICES COMPANY ACCESSORY ORDER OFFICE
20421 84th Avenue South Kent, WA. 98032 4. Shipping information (UPS delivery requires complete street address)Please photocopy this form when placing an order.
2. Items Ordered 1. Camcorder Model #
Accessory # Description Price Each Quantity Total Price
Subtotal
Your State & Local Sales Tax
Shipping & Handling 6.95
Total Enclosed
3. Method of payment (check one)
Check of Money Order enclosed (NO C.O.D.SHIPMENTS)
VISA
MasterCard
DiscoverCredit Card #
Expiration Date
Customer Signature
Make Check or Money Order to: PANASONIC ACCESSORIES
(Please do not send cash)
Ship To:
Mr.
Mrs.
Ms.
First Last
Street Address
City State ZipPhone #:
Day
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  Camcorder Accessory Order Form 
						

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  Request for Service Notice
Request for Service Notice:
Please photocopy this form when making a re quest for service no tice.
In the unlikely event this product needs service.
• Please in clude your proof of purchase.
  (Failure to do so will delay your repair.)
•  To further speed your repair, please provide an 
explanation of what is wrong with the unit and any 
symptom it is exhibiting.
Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to:
Panasonic Services Company
410B Airport Road
Elgin, IL 60123-9333
Attn: Camcorder Repair 
						

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  Limited Warranty
PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, 
DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF 
NORTH AMERICA
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF 
PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC.,
AVE. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial 
Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic/Quasar Video Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty CoverageIf your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or 
Panasonic Sales Company (collectively 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, or (b) 
replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
Product Parts Labor Service Contact Number
CamcorderOne (1) Year (except CCD 
Image Sensor)
CCD Image Sensor - 6 (Six) 
MonthsNinety (90) Days
Ninety (90) DaysCarry-In or Mail-In 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
DVD/VCR Deck, 
A/V MixerOne (1) Year Ninety (90) Days Carry-In or Mail-In 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
TV/VCR, TV/DVD, 
TV/DVD/VCR 
CombinationOne (1) Year (except CRT)
CRT - Two (2) YearsNinety (90) Days
Ninety (90) DaysCarry-In: 21” CRT and Smaller
In-Home or Carry-In: 22” CRT and 
Larger1-800-211-PANA(7262)
TV/HDR 
CombinationOne (1) Year (except CRT) 
CRT - Two (2) YearsNinety (90) Days
Ninety (90) DaysIn-Home or Carry-In 1-888-843-9788
Rechargeable 
Batteries
(in exchange for 
defective item)Ten (10) Days Not Applicable Carry-In or Mail-In 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Tape
(in exchange for 
defective item)Five (5) Days Not Applicable Carry-In or Mail-In 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
Memory Cards 
(in exchange for 
defective item)Ninety (90) Days Not Applicable Carry-In or Mail-In 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. 
You must carry-in or mail-in your product or arrange for in-home service, as applicable, during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable 
batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only ap plies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or 
Puer to Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or 
other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.
Carry-In, Mail-in or In-Home ServiceFor Carry-In, Mail-In or In-Home Service (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic 
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.
In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include 
removal or re-installation of an installed product. It is possible that certain in-home repairs will not be completed in-home, but will require 
that the product, or parts of the product, be removed for shop diagnosis and/or repair and then re turned.
Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or 
cosmetic damage, nor does it cover markings or retained images on the picture tube resulting from viewing fixed images (including, among 
other things, letterbox pictures on standard 4:3 screen TV’s, or non-expanded standard 4:3 pic tures on wide screen TV’s, or onscreen 
data in a stationary and fixed location). The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which 
are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which 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, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the 
product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter 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, cost of having someone 
remove or re-install an installed unit if applicable, or travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory or 
recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are 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 Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your 
satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE (INCLUDING COST OF AN IN-HOME SERVICE CALL, WHERE APPLICABLE) WHICH ARE NOT COVERED 
BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.