Operating instructions
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RQTV0105
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 
limits  for a Class B digital  device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to  provide reasonable  protection 
against harmful  interference in a residential installation.  This 
equipment generates, uses and  can radiate radio frequency 
energy 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  or 
television reception, which can be determined by turning  the 
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase  the  separation  between  the  equipment  and 
receiver.
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.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment 
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation 
is  subject  to  the following  two conditions:  (1)  This  device 
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must 
accept any  interference received, including interference that 
may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
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The lightning flash  with arrowhead symbol, 
within  an equilateral triangle,  is  intended 
to  alert  the  u s er  to  the  presence   of 
uninsulated “dangerous voltage”  within the 
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient 
magnitude to  constitute a risk of  electric 
shock to persons.
The exclamation point  within an equilateral 
triangle  is  intended  to  alert  the  user  to 
the presence  of important operating and 
maintenance (servicing)  instructions in  the 
literature accompanying the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1)  Read these instructions.
2)  Keep these instructions.
3)  Heed all warnings.
4)  Follow all instructions.
5)  Do not use this apparatus near water.
6)  Clean only with dry cloth.
7)  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance 
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) 
that produce heat.
9)  Do  not  defeat  the  safety  purpose  of  the  polarized  or 
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with 
one  wider  than the other. A grounding-type plug  has two 
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the 
third  prong are  provided  for your safety.  If  the provided 
plug does not fit into  your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)  Protect  the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
particularly  at plugs, convenience receptacles,  and  the 
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11)  Only  use  attachments/accessories  specified  by  the 
manufacturer.
12)  Use  only  with  the  cart,  stand,  tripod, 
br a c ke t ,   o r  t ab l e   s p ec i f ie d   b y   t h e 
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. 
When a cart is used,  use  caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
avoid injury from tip-over.
13)  Unplug this apparatus  during  lightning storms or  when 
unused for long periods of time.
14)  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing 
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any 
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid 
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, 
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does 
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE 
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC —NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
  NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS 
INSIDE.
  REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety 
instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK 
OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS 
APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR 
SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH 
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON 
THE APPARATUS.
The socket outlet shall be  installed  near  the equipment and 
easily  accessible  or the  mains  plug  or an appliance coupler 
shall remain readily operable.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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