2Read this first !For AG-BS300Pindicates safety information.WARNING:y TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THISEQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.y TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAYFROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLYIN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSEDTO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHINGLIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUIDCONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.WARNING:THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED.To ensure safe operation, the three-pin plugmust be inserted only into a standard three-pinpower outlet which is effectively groundedthrough normal household wiring.Extension cords used with the equipmentmust have three cores and be correctly wiredto provide connection to the ground. Wronglywired extension cords are a major cause offatalities.The fact that the equipment operatessatisfactorily does not imply that the poweroutlet is grounded or that the installation iscompletely safe. For your safety, if you are inany doubt about the effective grounding of thepower outlet, please consult a qualifiedelectrician.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,within an equilateral triangle, is intended toalert the user to the presence of uninsulated“dangerous voltage” within the product’senclosure that may be of sufficientmagnitude to constitute a risk of electricshock to persons.The exclamation point within an equilateraltriangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating andmaintenance (servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying the appliance.CAUTION:The mains plug of the power supply cord shallremain readily operable.The AC receptacle (mains socket outlet) shallbe installed near the equipment and shall beeasily accessible. To completely disconnectthis equipment from the AC mains, disconnectthe mains plug from the AC receptacle.CAUTION:In order to maintain adequate ventilation, donot install or place this unit in a bookcase,built-in cabinet or any other confined space. Toprevent risk of electric shock or fire hazarddue to overheating, ensure that curtains andany other materials do not obstruct theventilation.CAUTION:y KEEP THE TEMPERATURE INSIDE THERACK TO BETWEEN 5 °C TO 40 °C (41 °F TO104 °F).y BOLT THE RACK SECURELY TO THEFLOOR SO THAT IT WILL NOT TOPPLEOVER WHEN VTR IS DRAWN OUT.CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIESONLY.CAUTION:Excessive sound pressure from earphonesand headphones cause hearing loss.CAUTION:This apparatus can be operated at a voltage inthe range of 100 - 240 V AC.Voltages other than 120 V are not intended forU.S.A. and Canada.CAUTION:Operation at a voltage other than 120 V ACmay require the use of a different AC plug.Please contact either a local or foreignPanasonic authorized service center forassistance in selecting an alternate AC plug.