2VQT3W38Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity tothank you for purchasing this PanasonicHigh Definition Video Camera. Please readthese Operating Instructions carefully andkeep them handy for future reference.Please note that the actual controls andcomponents, menu items, etc. of your HighDefinition Video Camera may looksomewhat different from those shown in theillustrations in these Operating Instructions.∫ Caution for AC mains leadFor your safety, please read the followingtext carefully.This appliance is supplied with a mouldedthree pin mains plug for your safety andconvenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted inthis plug.Should the fuse need to be replaced pleaseensure that the replacement fuse has arating of 5-ampere and that it is approved byASTA or BSI to BS1362.Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSImark Ì on the body of the fuse.If the plug contains a removable fuse coveryou must ensure that it is refitted when thefuse is replaced.If you lose the fuse cover the plug must notbe used until a replacement cover isobtained.A replacement fuse cover can be purchasedfrom your local dealer.If a new plug is to be fitted please observethe wiring code as stated below.If in any doubt please consult a qualifiedelectrician.IMPORTANTThe wires in this mains lead are coloured inaccordance with the following code:Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.As these colours may not correspond withthe coloured markings identifying theterminals in your plug, proceed as follows:The wire which is coloured Blue must beconnected to the terminal which is markedwith the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.The wire which is coloured Brown must beconnected to the terminal which is markedwith the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHERWIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICHIS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BYTHE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOUREDGREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.Information for Your SafetyCAUTION!IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG ISUNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKETOUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THEFUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED ANDTHE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSEDOF SAFELY.THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVEREELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFFPLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY13-AMPERE SOCKET.