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∫IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected
to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances should either of these wires
be connected to the earth terminal of the three-pin
plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol
Ó.

∫Before Use

Remove the Connector
Cover as follows.

∫How to replace

the Fuse

1. Remove the Fuse Cover
with a screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse and
attach the Fuse Cover.

∫ WARNING

Do not remove the cover (or back); there are no user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel.

∫ Carefully observe copyright laws.

Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other
published or broadcast material for purposes other
than your own private use may infringe copyright
laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of
certain material may be restricted.
Dear Customer,
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Movie Camera.
Please read these Operating Instructions carefully and keep them handy for future reference.
Please note that the actual controls and components, menu items, etc. of your Movie Camera
may look somewhat different from those shown in the illustrations in these Operating
Instructions.
Information for Your Safety
Movie Camera
≥The rating plate is on the underside of the Movie
Camera.
AC Adaptor
≥The rating plate is on the underside of the AC
Adaptor.
≥As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in
well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in
a confined space such as a bookcase or similar
unit.
≥To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product
damage, do not expose this equipment to rain,
moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure that no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the equipment.

Caution for AC mains lead

For your safety, please read the following text
carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three-pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience. A
5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure
that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-amperes
and it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on
the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If
you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used
until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement
fuse cover can be purchased from your local
Panasonic Dealer.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE
FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME
THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND
THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF
SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL
SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED
INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring
code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
Fuse
Connector
Cover
Fuse
Cover

Operating Instructions

≥These Operating Instructions apply to models NV-VZ14,
NV-VZ15, and NV-RZ15.
≥The illustrations used in these Operating Instructions
show model NV-VZ15, however, parts of the explanation
refer to different models.
≥Depending on the model, some functions are not
available.
≥All company and product names in the operating
instructions are trademarks of their respective
corporations.

Use only the recomended accessories.