Operating Instructions
Important safety information
To prevent severe injury or loss of life or property, and to 
ensure proper and safe operation of your product, read 
this section carefully before using the product.
Preventing fire, electric shock and short circuits
● Leave installation work to the dealer. Installation 
work requires technical knowledge and 
experience. Electrical connection work should be 
performed by certified personnel only. Failure to 
observe this may cause fire, electric shock, injury, 
or damage to the product. Consult the dealer.
● For Australia/New Zealand only:
VL-PS240 or VL-PS2410 only:Installation must 
only be by a registered electrician. Wiring must be 
performed according to AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules.
● Use only the power supply unit VL-PS240 or 
VL-PS2410.
● Do not place objects on the power cables. Install the 
product where no one can step or trip on the power 
cables.
● Do not allow the power cables to be excessively 
pulled, bent or placed under heavy objects.
● Make sure all connections from the power outlet to the 
power supply unit are secure.
● Never touch the power supply unit and power cables 
with wet hands.
● Do not use the power supply unit for outdoor 
installations (it is for indoor use only).
● Do not disassemble or modify the product. Refer 
servicing to an authorised service centre when service 
is required. Disassembling the product or manipulating 
the product in a way not described in the 
documentation may expose you to dangerous voltages 
and other risks.
● Do not touch the product or the power supply unit 
during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk 
of electric shock from lightning.
● Never install wiring during a lightning storm.
● Do not connect non-specified devices.
● Do not connect a power cable to a terminal that is not 
specified in this document.
● When opening holes in walls for installation or wiring, 
or when securing the power cable, make sure you do 
not damage existing wiring and ductwork.
● Do not make any wiring connections when the power 
outlet is turned on.
● Do not install the product and power supply unit in the 
following places:
– Places where the product and power supply unit may 
be splashed with water or chemicals
– Places where there is a high concentration of dust or 
high humidity
● Do not push any objects through the openings of the 
product.
● If any of the following conditions occur, disconnect the 
power supply unit from the power outlet, and then refer 
servicing to an authorised service centre.
– The product emits smoke, an abnormal smell or 
makes unusual noise
– The power cables are damaged or frayed
– Metal objects have been dropped inside the product
● When existing wires are used, it is possible that they 
contain AC voltage. Contact an authorised service 
centre.
Preventing accidents
● Name plate buttons may become a choking hazard. 
Keep name plate buttons out of reach of children. If 
you suspect a child has swallowed a name plate 
button, seek medical advice immediately.
Preventing accidents, injuries, and property damage
● Do not use the product in unstable areas or areas 
prone to strong vibrations. This may cause the product 
to fall, resulting in damage to the product or injury.
● Make sure you turn off the power at the breaker before 
performing any wiring work.
● Always connect power cables to the appropriate 
connection terminals. Incorrectly connecting the power 
cables may damage the power supply unit.
● To prevent the power cables from disconnecting and to 
prevent electric shock, secure the power cables using 
the included cable binders and attach the cable 
covers.
● Insert the power cables firmly all the way into the 
terminals. If the cables are not inserted all the way, 
heat may be generated.
● If the wiring passes outdoors, use a conduit and a 
surge protector.
● If the wiring passes underground, use a conduit, and 
do not make any connections underground.
● Install the product securely adhering to the instructions 
in this document to prevent it from falling off the wall. 
Avoid installing onto low-strength walls, such as 
gypsum board, ALC (autoclaved lightweight concrete), 
concrete block, or veneer (less than 18 mm thick) 
walls.
● The power supply unit is used as the main disconnect 
device. Ensure that the power outlet is installed near 
the product and is easily accessible.
● Do not put your ear(s) near the speaker, as loud 
sounds emitted from the speaker may cause hearing 
impairment.
Important safety instructions
When using this product, basic safety precautions should 
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or 
personal injury.
Use only the power supply unit indicated in this document.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Privacy and rights of portrait
When installing or using the product, please take into 
consideration the rights of others with regard to privacy.
● It is generally said that “privacy” means the ability of an 
individual or group to stop information about themselves from 
becoming known to people other than those whom they 
choose to give the information. "Rights of portrait" means the 
right to be safe from having your own image taken and used 
indiscriminately without consent.
● Please observe the legal regulations (data protection, video 
surveillance) in your country during use.
Disclaimer
● To the maximum extent permitted by law, Panasonic 
assumes no responsibility for injuries or property damage 
resulting from failures arising out of improper installation or 
operation inconsistent with this document.
Other important information
● When you leave the product unused for a long period of time, 
unplug it from the power outlet.
● If you stop using this product, remove it from the walls to 
prevent it from falling off.
● When power fails, this product cannot be used.
● Panasonic may not be liable for damages due to external 
factors such as power failures.
General information
● In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment 
supplier in the first instance.
● After removing the product and any included items from the 
packaging, store, dispose, or recycle the packaging as 
necessary. Note that certain types of packaging may be a 
suffocation or choking hazard.
Graphical symbols for use on equipment and their 
descriptions
Disposal of Old Equipment (Only for European 
Union and countries with recycling systems)
This symbol (1) on the products, packaging, and/
or accompanying documents mean that used 
electrical and electronic products must not be 
mixed with general household waste. For proper 
treatment, recovery and recycling of old products,
please take them to applicable collection points in accordance 
with your national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save
valuable resources and prevent any potential negative
effects on human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling,
please contact your local municipality. Penalties may be
applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in
accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment,
please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside
the European Union
This symbol (1) is only valid in the European Union. If you wish 
to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or 
dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
For India only
Declaration of Conformity with the requirements of
the E-Waste (Management) Rules
The Product is in conformity with the requirements of the 
reduction of hazardous substances of the E-Waste Rules. The 
content of hazardous substance with the exemption of the 
applications listed in SCHEDULE II of the E-Waste Rules:
1. Lead (Pb) – not over 0.1% by weight;
2. Cadmium (Cd) – not over 0.01% by weight;
3. Mercury (Hg) – not over 0.1% by weight;
4. Hexavalent chromium (Cr6+) – not over 0.1% by weight;
5. Polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) – not over 0.1% by weight;
6. Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) – not over 0.1% by 
weight.
Disposal information
For the purpose of recycling to facilitate effective 
utilization of resources, please return this product 
to a nearby authorized collection centre, registered 
dismantler or recycler, or Panasonic service centre 
when disposing of this product. Please see the
Panasonic website for further information on collection centres, 
etc., or call the toll-free number below.
Website:
http://www.panasonic.com/in/corporate/sustainability/
panasonic-india-i-recycle-program.html
Service helpline: 1800 103 1333 or 1800 108 1333
For Europe
For information of Compliance with EU relevant Regulatory 
Directives,
Contact to Authorised Representative:
Panasonic Testing Centre
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
http://www.ptc.panasonic.eu/doc
Ecodesign information
Ecodesign information under EU Regulation (EC) No. 
1275/2008 amended by (EU) Regulation No. 801/2013. From 1 
January 2015.
Please visit here: http://www.ptc.panasonic.eu/erp
Click [Downloads] → [Energy related products information 
(Public)]
Power consumption in networked standby and guidance are 
mentioned in the web site above.
This device is classified as a HiNA device (networked 
equipment with high network availability), according to 
Ecodesign requirements.
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1. Alternating current (A.C.) 2. Direct current (D.C.)
3. Protective earth 4. Protective bonding earth 5. Functional 
earth 6. For indoor use only 7. Class 
Ⅱ
 equipment (equipment 
in which protection against electric shock relies on Double 
Insulation or Reinforced Insulation) 8. “ON” (power) 9. “OFF” 
(power) 10. Stand-by (power) 11. “ON”/“OFF” (power; 
push-push) 12. Caution, risk of electric shock
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