Panasonic NV-MX500B Operating Instructions Manual

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-2-Dear Customer,We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera. Please read these OperatingInstructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference. Please note that the actual controls and components, menuitems, etc. of your Movie Camera may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these OperatingInstructions.Information for Your SafetyAs this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in wellventilated place; do not install this equipment in aconfined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or productdamage, do not expose this equipment to rain, moisture,dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filledwith liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on theequipment.Movie Camera≥The rating plate is on the underside of the MovieCamera.AC Adaptor≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC Adaptor.Caution for AC mains leadFor your safety, please read the following text carefully.This appliance is supplied with a moulded three-pinmains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-amperefuse is fitted in this plug.Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure thatthe replacement fuse has a rating of 5-amperes and it isapproved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on thebody of the fuse.If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you mustensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If youlose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until areplacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse covercan be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FORTHE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THEFUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUTOFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICALSHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTOANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiringcode as shown below.If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.ª IMPORTANTThe wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordancewith the following code:Blue: NeutralBrown: LiveAs the colours of the wires in the mains lead of thisappliance may not correspond with the colouredmarkings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceedas follows:The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected tothe terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter Nor coloured BLACK.The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connectedto the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letterL or coloured RED.Under no circumstances should either of these wires beconnected to the earth terminal of the three-pin plug,marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol Ó.ª Before UseRemove the ConnectorCover as follows.ª How to replace theFuse1) Remove the Fuse Coverwith a screwdriver.2) Replace the fuse andattach the Fuse Cover.ConnectorCoverFuseCoverFuseOperating Instructions≥Windows is a trademark or registered trademark ofMicrosoft Corporation U.S.A.≥SD Logo is a trademark.≥Leica is a registered trademark of Leica microsystems IRGmbH and Dicomar is a registered trademark of LeicaCamera AG.≥All other company and product names in the operatinginstructions are trademarks of their respective corporations.Files recorded on a MultiMediaCard or SD Memory CardIt may not be possible to play back the files on this MovieCamera recorded on and created by other equipment or viceversa. For this reason, check the compatibility of theequipment in advance.Pages for referencePages for reference are indicated by dashes either side of anumber, for example: -00-Use only the recommended accessories.ª WARNINGTo prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover (orback); there are no user serviceable parts inside. Referservicing to qualified service personnel.ª Carefully observe copyright laws.Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or otherpublished or broadcast material for purposes other thanyour own private use may infringe copyright laws. Evenfor the purpose of private use, recording of certainmaterial may be restricted.