Read this first!8 - ENGLISHImportantInformationCAUTION:■ POWERWhen disconnecting the power cord, be sure to hold the power plug and power connector.If the power cord itself is pulled, the lead will become damaged, and fire, short-circuits or serious electricshocks will result.When not using the projector for an extended period of time, disconnect the power plug from the walloutlet and remove the batteries from the remote control.Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet before carrying out any cleaning and replacing the unit.Failure to do so may result in electric shock.■ ON USE/INSTALLATIONDo not place heavy objects on top of the projector.Failure to observe this will cause the projector to become unbalanced and fall, which could result in damage orinjury. The projector will be damaged or deformed.Do not put your weight on this projector.You could fall or the projector could break, and injury will result.■z Be especially careful not to let young children stand or sit on the projector.Do not place the projector in extremely hot locations.Doing so will cause the outer casing or internal components to deteriorate, or result in fire.■z Take particular care in locations exposed to direct sunlight or near stoves.Do not place your hands in the openings beside the optical lens, while shifting the lens.Failure to observe this could cause injury.When lifting or carrying the projector, do not hold the lens hood and lens.Doing so may damage the projector.Always disconnect all cables before moving the projector.Moving the projector with cables still attached can damage the cables, which will cause fire or electric shocksto occur.Use the lens specified by Panasonic.Using the lens other than the specified one will result in malfunctions.■z Before attaching the lens, check the projector model no. and optional lens model no. and use the lenssuitable for the projector.■z For details, consult your dealer.■ ACCESSORIESDo not use the old lamp unit.If used it could cause lamp explosion.If the lamp has broken, ventilate the room immediately. Do not touch or bring your face close to thebroken pieces.Failure to observe this will cause the user to absorb the gas which was released when the lamp broke andwhich contains nearly the same amount of mercury as fluorescent lamps, and the broken pieces will causeinjury.■z If you believe that you have absorbed the gas or that the gas has got into your eyes or mouth, seekmedical advice immediately.■z Ask your dealer about replacing the lamp unit and check the inside of the projector.Do not attach wet air filter.Doing so may result in electric shocks or malfunctions.■z After washing the air filter, dry it thoroughly before attaching to the projector.Ask your dealer about cleaning inside the projector once a year.Continuous use while dust is accumulated inside the projector may result in fire.■z For cleaning fee, ask your dealer.