Read this first, Warning, Caution – Panasonic AG-HPX172EN User Manual
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DO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVERS 
BY UNSCREWING THEM.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING:
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY
FROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY
IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED
TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING
LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID
CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.
WARNING:
Always keep memory cards or accessories
(coin battery, microphone holder screws,
microphone holder adapter, ferrite cores,
INPUT terminal cover) out of the reach of
babies and small children.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE
THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION:
In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do
not install or place this unit in a bookcase,
built-in cabinet or any other confined space. To
prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due
to overheating, ensure that curtains and any
other materials do not obstruct the ventilation.
CAUTION:
Do not lift the unit by its handle while the tripod
is attached. When the tripod is attached, its
weight will also affect the unit’s handle, possibly
causing the handle to break and hurting
the user. To carry the unit while the tripod is
attached, take hold of the tripod..
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion or fire if battery is mistreated.
For Battery Pack
• Replace only with same or specified type.
• Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire.
• Do not store in temperatures over 60°C.
• Do not leave the battery in an automobile
exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of
time with doors and windows closed.
• Use specified charger.
For Battery of Remote Controller
• Replace battery with part No. CR2025 only.
• Do not recharge the battery.
• Do not disassemble or dispose of in fire.
• Do not store in temperatures over 60°C.
Camera-Recorder
The rating plate is on the underside of the 
viewfinder.
AC Adapter
The rating plate is on the underside of the AC 
Adapter.
Disconnect the AC mains plug from the AC 
mains socket when not in use.
CAUTION:
THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY 
CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE.
THE AC RECEPTACLE (MAINS SOCKET 
OUTLET) SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR 
THE EQUIPMENT AND SHALL BE EASILY 
ACCESSIBLE.
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS 
EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, 
DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD PLUG 
FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE.
CAUTION:
Do not jar, swing, or shake the unit by its 
handle while the conversion lens or another 
accessory is attached.
Due to the added weight of the conversion 
lens, any strong jolt to the handle may damage 
the unit or result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
EXCESSIVE SOUND PRESSURE FROM 
EARPHONES AND HEADPHONES CAN 
CAUSE HEARING LOSS.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the unit in direct contact with the 
skin for long periods of time when in use.
Low temperature burn injuries may be suffered 
if the high temperature parts of this unit are 
in direct contact with the skin for long periods 
of time.
When using the equipment for long periods of 
time, make use of the tripod.