Panasonic SV-MP30V operating instructions Following Applies only in the U.S.A, Appliance

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,

Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

ONLY FOR U.S.A.

EST. 1924

Listening caution

Allergies

Batteries

Cautions

• Leave some slack in the cord of the earphones and the neck lanyard if you wind them around the		THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:
unit.
		CAUTION:
Do not;
• disassemble, remodel, drop, or allow the unit to get wet.		This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
• use or store in locations directly exposed to sunlight, corrosive gases, a heat vent, or a heating		device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
appliance.		These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
• use or store in humid or dusty locations.		residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
• use force to open the battery lid.		and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
		interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
		not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
• Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not use if the covering has been peeled off.		or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
• Align the poles + and - correctly when inserting batteries.		is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Remove batteries if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time.		• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Do not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble, or subject to excessive heat.		• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.		• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
		• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
		FCC Caution:
Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with the earphones or any other parts that directly		• To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions.
contact your skin. Continued use may cause rashes or other allergic reactions.		• Use only the provided shielded interface cables when connecting to computer.
		Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority
		to operate this device.
	Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high	This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
	volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous	conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
	extended play.	accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
	If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume	Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
	or discontinue use.	One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ, 07094 USA
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.		Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
		This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones or other products
Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-air type designed to let you hear outside
sounds, don’t turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around you.		during operation. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of		product and the mobile telephone or other product.
sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
• Start your volume control at a low setting.
• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:		THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:
• Leave it there.
		Notice: This product has parts that contains a small amount of mercury.
Caution:		It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of these materials may be
• Use only the provided shielded interface cables when connecting to computer.		regulated in your community due to environmental considerations.
• To reduce risk of radio interference caused by headphone-, earphone- or microphone cable,		For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the
only use adequate accessories with cable length less than 3 m.		Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>
		Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.,
		Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
		San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Portable Audio Products Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

Product or Part Name	Parts	Labor
All Portable Audio Products except item listed below	One (1) Year	One (1) Year
Rechargeable batteries (in exchange for defective item)	Ten (10) Days	Not applicable

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must mail-in your product during the warranty period. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.

Mail-In Service

For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:

Panasonic Services Company

Customer Servicenter

Suite B

4900 George McVay Drive

McAllen, TX 78503

For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached.

Customer Services Directory

For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and Customer Service inquiries please visit Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

You can purchase parts, accessories, locate your nearest servicenter and more by visiting our Web Site or E-mail us via web: http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/support/customerfeedback.asp Contact:

1-800-211-PANA (7262),

Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm; Saturday–Sunday 10 am–7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.

THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Accessory Purchases

1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only)

1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)

(Monday–Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032

(Accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Check)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

Service in Puerto Rico

Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Servicenter:

Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park,

Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910

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