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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca Operating Instructions DVD Burner VW-BN1 Model No.
Things You Should Know Thank you for choosing Panasonic! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information on the right.
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Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Panasonic Model No.: VW-BN1 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) VW-BN1 (ENG)
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AC adaptor This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V. ≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only. ≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
AC cable during use. ≥ Panasonic will not be liable for any damages sustained directly or indirectly from the use or failure of this product. Panasonic will also not be liable for any losses of data caused by this product.
∫ Discs that can be used on this unit Discs that can be used for copying when you connect this unit to a compatible Panasonic Camcorder are 12 cm (5z) non-cartridge type DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, ® DVD-R, DVD-R DL (dual layer on single side), CD-RW and CD-R.
≥ Discs recorded on this unit may not be playable on other products. In such cases, play back the disc on this unit instead. ≥ When using DVD-RW, DVD-R or DVD-R DL do not perform the following as it may make the disc unusable.
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked. – Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes. ≥ Do not place in the following areas: – In direct sunlight. – In very dusty or humid areas. – Near a heater. – Locations susceptible to significant difference in temperature (condensation can occur).
¬ Power supply Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor A. Connect the AC cable to the AC outlet. Connect the AC adaptor to this unit’s DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN 5.0 V]. ≥ The power lamp B lights up. ≥...
¬ Copying from a Camcorder to a DVD disc Connect this unit to a compatible Panasonic Camcorder and copy the motion video/pictures to a DVD disc. ≥ Use the Mini AB USB Connection Cable to connect this unit to a compatible Panasonic Camcorder.
¬ Playing back a copied DVD disc on a Camcorder If you connect this unit and a compatible Panasonic Camcorder, you can play back the DVD disc that you copied motion video/ pictures to. ≥ To play back the disc, connect the same Camcorder that you connected when copying to it.
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Panasonic Camcorder.) Start copying/playback. ≥ Use the software supplied with a Panasonic Camcorder to copy/play back the motion video/pictures. ≥ Read the operating instructions of the software for information about how to copy/play back.
¬ Cautions for Use ∫ About this unit The unit and disc become warm after long operation, but this is not a malfunction. Keep the unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
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Put this unit near the outlet to make it easy for the interrupting device (plug) to reach it. ∫ About the disc ≥ If there is dust, a scratch, or dirt on disc or if it is warped, the following phenomena may occur: –...
If you un-finalize a DVD-RW, it can be used for recording. (If you un-finalize a DVD-RW and then use it again when copying from a compatible Panasonic recorded scenes may be deleted.) ≥ Is the memory of the disc full? >...
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Problem Even if connected by the USB cable, this unit is not recognized by the When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on The PC will not start up. A region code setting screen appears when trying to play a DVD video.
¬ Specifications DVD Burner: Information for your safety Power source: Power consumption: Compatible media Interface Buffer capacity Dimensions Mass (Weight) Operating temperature 5 oC to 35 oC (41 oF to 95 oF) Operating humidity Data writing rate Data reading rate AC adaptor: Information for your safety Power source:...
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (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...
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For Carry-In, Mail-In (prepaid) or In-Home Service (as applicable) in the United States call toll free contact number listed above or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. In-Home service, if applicable, requires clear, complete and easy access to the product by the authorized servicer and does not include removal or re-installation of an installed product.
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.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
Request for Service Notice: Mail this completed form and your Proof of Purchase along with your unit to: Panasonic Camera and Digital Service Center (For USA Only) • Please include your proof of purchase.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3...