(Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.) This operating instruction book is designed for use with models PV-20DF64 and PV-27DF64. Illustrations in this manual show the PV-27DF64. Fea tures may vary, so please read care ful ly. TV / DVD Combination...
To order accessories, call toll free 1-800-332-5368. 1 Remote Control (EUR7724010) 2 Batteries “AA” For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Safety Precaution Be sure to read the following cautions carefully. WARNING ■...
Table of Contents Getting Before Using ...2 Started Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité ...4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS ...6 Information (Unit) ...8 Information (Disc) ...9 Location of Controls ... 11 Connections ...14 Initial Setup -Ready to Play- ...18 Operation Tuning TV ...19 TV Operation ...22 MTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System ...24 TV Timer Features ...25...
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CAUTION: UNIT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS UNIT USES A VISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE THE UNIT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED. WHEN THIS UNIT IS PLUGGED TO THE WALL OUTLET, DO NOT PLACE YOUR EYES CLOSE TO THE OPENING OF THE DISC TRAY AND OTHER OPENINGS TO LOOK INTO THE INSIDE OF THIS UNIT.
- Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by a qualified electrician. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat generated during operation.
USING THE UNIT Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a new location, refer again to the INSTALLATION section of these safe guards. 1 KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE, such as vases, sinks, tubs, etc. 2 IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STRONG IMPACT, unplug unit and have it inspected by a qualified...
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo DST (Daylight Saving Time) Unit auto adjusts clock for DST (Daylight Saving Time.)
Read the disc’s (DVD-Video) instructions carefully. DVD-R discs Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized* on a Panasonic DVD video recorder are played as DVD-Video on this unit. DVD-RAM DVD-RAM discs DVD-RAM discs must meet the following conditions for this unit to be able to play them.
• Areas that are humid or dusty. • Near heat (i.e. heater, radiator, etc.). For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Region Management Information This unit is designed and man u fac tured to respond to the Region Management Information that is recorded on a DVD disc.
Location of Controls Remote Control Buttons OPEN / CLOSE Opens or closes the disc tray. POWER Turns the unit on or off. Displays the TV status and DISPLAY clock. In DVD mode, displays disc and unit information. Displays the last channel you RAPID TUNE were watching.
Skips one chapter or track. Goes SKIP+ to next menu screen. OPEN/CLOSE Opens or closes the disc tray. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo <Model PV-20DF64 unit shown> Receives infrared signal from Remote Sensor remote control.
Rear View <Model PV-27DF64 unit shown> When plugged into an AC outlet, this unit 1 AC Power Plug consumes 1.5 W of electric power in OFF condition. Optical digital audio output Outputs audio signal. connector (Digital) Audio Output Connector Outputs audio signal.
In from CABLE For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Antenna Antenna Mixer Cable Box...
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Connecting the “1, 2” AV Input Terminals Connects VCRs and other peripheral equipment AV Input terminal 1 is used Video Audio Notes • Similar connections are available at the “1, 2” AV input terminals. • AV Input terminal 2 is located on the front of the unit.
Connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital or DTS decoders to enjoy surround sound. OPTICAL Speakers (example) For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Firmly connect the cable to the connector. Amplifier with built in Dolby Digital or DTS decoders.
Pro Logic from the same DVD movies that provide full 5.1 channel Dolby Digital soundtracks, as well as from titles with the Dolby Surround mark. For information on Panasonic Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound Decoders please contact your local dealer. IMPORTANT NOTE:...
If you use a DSS receiver, it must be turned off. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo • Function buttons are void during Initial Setup. • If Auto Clock Set takes more than 30 minutes,...
Tuning TV ACTION SELECT ▲ ▼◄► CH▲ ▼ Automatic Channel Setting 1 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. 2 Press ▲ ▼◄► to select “CH.” SELECT: 3 Press SET. ANTENNA : CABLE AUTO SET WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY:OFF SELECT: 4 Press press SET to set your antenna system (“TV”...
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3 Press SET. 4 Press ▲ ▼ to select “AUTO CLOCK SET,” then press SET. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Manual Clock Setting 1 Press ACTION to display MAIN 2 Press ▲ ▼◄► to select “CLOCK.”...
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Time Zone Adjust (Only when Auto Clock is set.) 1 Press ▲ ▼◄► to select “CLOCK.” SELECT: 2 Press SET. SELECT: 3 Press ▲ ▼ to select “TIME ZONE ADJUST” and press SET to subtract or add hour(s) as necessary. SELECT: 4 Press ACTION twice to exit.
TV CH 69 and CABLE CH 125 represent the highest channels in memory. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Press INPUT. The display will change as follows. NUMBER keys 100 key 1 Press ACTION for MAIN MENU.
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Using the Number and 100 keys When selecting CABLE channels 100 to 125 with the NUMBER keys, first press the 100 key, and then enter the remaining two digits. Example 1: To select channel 125, first press the 100 key, then 2, then 5. Example 2: To select channel 12, first press the 1 key, then 2.
• “SAP” is selected with first press of AUDIO. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo The following are possible audio broadcast types and on-screen displays. The signal being received is indicated with a “...
TV Timer Features DISPLAY SELECT ▲ ▼◄► TIMER ON-TIMER Indicator ON-TIMER This unit can be set to automatically power on in one of 2 modes (TV or Disc.) 1 Press TIMER to display SET TIMER screen. 2 Press ▲ ▼ to select “ON TIMER.” 3 Press SET to display ON TIMER screen.
2 Press ▲ ▼◄► to select “TV.” 3 Press SET to display SET UP TV screen. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 4 Press ▲ ▼ to select “CAPTION”. 5 Press SET to display CAPTION screen.
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Caption On Mute Feature Closed Caption narration, if available, is displayed when MUTE button is pressed for silence. 1 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. 2 Press ▲ ▼◄► to select “TV.” 3 Press SET to display SET UP TV screen.
4 Press ▲ ▼ to select “SET UP VIDEO/AUDIO.” 5 Press SET to display. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 6 Press ▲ ▼ to select “VIDEO MENU.” 7 Press SET repeatedly to select desired mode.
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Video Adjustment Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. 1 Press ▲ ▼◄► to select “TV.” 2 Press SET to display SET UP TV screen. SELECT: 3 Press ▲ ▼ to select “SET UP CAPTION INPUT SELECT VIDEO/AUDIO.” SET UP VIDEO/AUDIO DVD VOL ADJUST :+2 4 Press SET to display.
Weak Signal Display Feature ACTION SELECT ▲ ▼◄► For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo When “ON” is selected, the picture is displayed even when a broadcast signal is weak or non-existent. 1 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU.
V-Chip Control Features ACTION SELECT ▲ ▼◄► V-Chip Control Feature is... This unit has a built-in V-Chip Control which allows you to block unwanted TV usage based on US MOVIES, US TV PROGRAMS Ratings, Canadian English Language Ratings and Canadian French Language Ratings.
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2 Press SET to set “ON” or “OFF.” V-Chip Control is activated. OFF: V-Chip Control is deactivated. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 3 Press ▲ ▼ to select “CHANGE SETTINGS.” NUMBER...
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US TV PROGRAMS Ratings 1 Press ▲ ▼ to select “US TV PROGRAMS.” • “NEXT PAGE” displays CANADIAN V-Chip setting menu. Please refer to pages 34-35 for more details on Canadian tapes or broadcasts. 2 Press SET to set “ON” or “OFF.” US MOVIES US TV PROGRAMS SELECT:...
4 Press SET to set “ON” or “OFF.” V-Chip Control is activated. OFF: V-Chip Control is deactivated. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 5 Press ▲ ▼ to select “CHANGE SETTINGS.” NUMBER 6 Press SET to keys display screen.
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Canadian French Language Ratings 1 Press ▲ ▼ to select “NEXT PAGE.” 2 Press SET to display screen. US MOVIES US TV PROGRAMS SELECT: 3 Press ▲ ▼ to select “CANADIAN FRENCH.” 4 Press SET to set “ON” or “OFF.” CANADIAN ENGLISH :OFF CANADIAN FRENCH SELECT:...
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If a program or movie exceeds the ratings you have set, a message will appear on a black background and sound is muted. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo ■ Temporarily Deactivate V-Chip NUMBER...
Display Feature TV Status & Clock Display Press DISPLAY to display or remove the overlay. 12:00PM STEREO MONO RATING:PG-13 1 Receivable Broadcast Types (See page 24.) 2 Rating level 3 Current Time 4 Channel Channel Display When you change channels, channel number will be displayed.
• Hold disc by its edges only (page 10) with printed side up and use guides to place into tray. Use 3″(8 cm) or For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 5 Press PLAY to start play. Disc tray NUMBER keys...
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• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. Using the NUMBER keys DVD-V DVD-RAM When a NUMBER key is used in disc mode, it performs a different operation from TV mode.
DVD. 2 Press ▲ ▼◄► or NUMBER keys to select an item. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 3 Press SET or PLAY to access. • Step 3 not necessary when using NUMBER keys.
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• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. Audio Soundtrack Language DVD-V You can change the audio soundtrack language, selected at Settings for DVD Operation, to a different language if available.
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• When no subtitles are offered, “-” will be displayed instead of the language number. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 2 Press SUB TITLE, ▲ ▼, or NUMBER keys to select desired language.
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• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. Information Display DVD-V DVD-RAM When DISPLAY is pressed, On-Screen Displays show disc information and unit information.
5 Press PLAY to start play. Disc tray closes automatically. • Play begins from the first program title recorded on the DVD-RAM. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 6 Press PLAYLIST or D.NAVI to display OPEN / CLOSE Play List or Direct Navigator menu for easy title or scene selection.
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• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. Play List DVD-RAM If the DVD-RAM features a Play List, your preselected list of favorite scenes is displayed for easy access.
Cursor moves to the right. Change the item by pressing ▲ ▼ or the NUMBER keys, and press SET. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo NUMBER keys 1 Press DISPLAY twice in Play or Stop 2 Press SET to enter.
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• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. Disc information screen 2 1 Press DISPLAY in Play or Stop mode to display “On-Screen Display.” TRACK 2 Press SET to enter selected item.
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3 Press SET to enter selected item. Cursor moves to the right. Change the item by pressing ▲ ▼ or the NUMBER keys, and press SET. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo NUMBER keys PROGRAM: 1...
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• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. Unit information screen 3 DVD-RAM 1 Press DISPLAY twice in Play or Stop mode to display “On-Screen Display.”...
“PLAY MODE.” 5 Press SET to display PLAY MODE screen. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 6 Press ▲ ▼ to select “PROGRAM 7 Press SET to display screen. NUMBER keys CLEAR 8 Press ▲...
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• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. Program Repeat Play 1 Do steps 1-11 on page 50. 2 Press DISPLAY to display Disc Information screen.
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ACTION SELECT ▲ ▼◄► ANGLE For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo DVD Volume Adjust DVD-V Some DVDs are recorded at lower than average volume levels. For these DVDs, this unit can be set so that the average volume is increased automatically.
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• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. V.S.S. (Virtual Surround Sound) DVD-V DVD-RAM Enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using two front speakers only.
4 Press ▲ ▼ to select “DISC LANGUAGES.” 5 Press SET to display DISC LANGUAGES screen. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 6 Press ▲ ▼ to 7 Press SET NUMBER keys MAIN MENU LOCK LANGUAGE...
• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. Language Code List Language Code Abkhazian 6566 Afar 6565 Afrikaans 6570 Albanian 8381 Ameharic 6577 Arabic 6582...
2 Press ▲ ▼◄► to select “DVD.” 3 Press SET to display DVD MAIN MENU. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 4 Press ▲ ▼ to select “AUDIO OUTPUT.” 5 Press SET to display AUDIO OUTPUT screen.
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• When appears on the screen while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) OFF: Normal audio range is selected. (Factory preset) For dynamic sound even at low volume. This is useful for late-night listening.
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2 Press ▲ ▼◄► to select “DVD.” 3 Press SET to display DVD MAIN MENU. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo 4 Press ▲ ▼ to select “TV MODE.” 5 Press SET repeatedly for mode.
Warning and Instruction Displays These displays will alert you to a missed operation or provide further instructions. PLEASE SET CLOCK BY PRESSING ACTION KEY PLEASE CHECK THE DISC, AND FOR STAINS OR SCRATCHES ON DISC THIS DISC MAY NOT BE PLAYED IN YOUR REGION THIS TYPE OF DISC CANNOT BE PLAYED.
ACTION, PLAY, SELECT, SET POWER, etc. buttons cannot be selected... For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo CORRECTION Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet. Set POWER button to ON. Auto power-off (shut off) occurs after about 5 min. in DVD mode with no operation, or if there is no broadcast signal in TV or Playback mode.
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(ANGLE Indicator on unit lights up). If you cannot resolve the problem, please call the Customer Satisfaction Center for product assistance at 1-800-211-PANA(7262). To locate an authorized servicenter call toll free 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Page 41-42...
Conexión del terminal de entrada AV Conecta videograbadores y otros equipos periféricos Se usa el terminal Video For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Antena Antena Mezclador Caja de cables...
Guía rápida de uso en español - Funcionamiento del televisor - Configuración inicial (listo para reproducir) Por favor realice todas las conexiones del cable o antena antes de conectar la alimentación. Enchufe el cable de alimentación de la unidad en un tomacorriente de CA. Presione POWER en el control remoto o unidad.
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“LINEA1” o “LINEA2”. 4 Presione ACTION dos veces para salir de este modo. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo LINEA1: Se exhibe la señal de la fuente conectada al terminal de entrada AV1.
Guía rápida de uso en español - Funcionamiento del disco- Reproducir disco 1 Presione POWER en el control remoto o en la unidad. 2 Presione DVD para ajustar el modo remoto a DVD. 3 Presione OPEN/CLOSE. • Si ya está insertado un disco, vaya al paso 5. (Dependiendo del disco, la reproducción puede comenzar automáticamente.) 4 Coloque un disco en la bandeja de...
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For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Idioma de la banda sonora DVD-V Puede cambiar el idioma de la banda...
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Lista de reproducción DVD-RAM Si entre las características del DVD-RAM se incluye una lista de reproducción, a fin de brindar un fácil acceso se exhibe su lista preseleccionada de escenas favoritas. (El funcionamiento puede variar de acuerdo a como editó el DVD-RAM.) 1 Presione PLAYLIST en el modo de reproducción / detención para exhibir el menú...
Panasonic/Quasar Video Products 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...
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 Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@panasonic.com...
30 frames per second. For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Frame still and field still Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving picture.
28 kg (61.7 lbs.) (PV-20DF64) 48 kg (105.8 lbs.) (PV-27DF64) 604 mm (23-3/4″) x 523 mm (20-5/8″) x 503 mm (19-3/4″) (PV-20DF64) 760 mm (29-7/8″) x 645 mm (25-3/8″) x 511 mm (20-1/8″) (PV-27DF64) 12 cm (5″) single-sided, single-layer 12 cm (5″) single-sided, double-layer 12 cm (5″) double-sided, double-layer...
DVD button ... 11 DVD Volume Adjust ... 52 Enter Secret Code ... 31 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo Forward/Reverse Chapter/Track Skip ...39 Forward/Reverse Rapid Scene Search ...39 Frame by Frame Picture ...39 Important Safeguards and Precautions ...
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NOTES For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo...
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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company (“PSC”), Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 Printed in Indonesia San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985...